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Scott has a variety of keynote topics that all revolve around our capacity for self-compassion and the tools we all need for our emotional and mental wellbeing

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Embracing Our Humanity & Cultivating Self-Compassion

In today’s fast-paced and ever-changing world, many professionals in the workplace quietly carry the weight of responsibility, often prioritizing the needs of others above their own. As winter quickly approaches, the pressure to meet deadlines, manage teams, and adapt to shifting demands can sometimes feel overwhelming. With the constant influence of technology, societal expectations, and an unpredictable environment, it’s easy to feel drained and disconnected from oneself.

In this talk, Scott shares his practice of self-compassion and invites professionals to turn their care inward. Using mindful self-compassion techniques and evidence-based insights from neuroscience, Scott explores how the body, mind, and heart are intricately linked in the experience of burnout and workplace fatigue. He reminds us that, just as we show kindness to colleagues and clients, we can offer it to ourselves.

Scott speaks to a deeper truth—that when we allow our hearts to open, we can cultivate a connection with others that exchanges energy rather than depletes it. In this talk, Scott will offer gentle, actionable steps to help professionals reconnect with their own well-being, enabling them to not only excel in their roles but also nourish their mind and body in a more sustainable and meaningful way.

What the Talk Includes:
  • Scott's Untold Story of Depression & Healing
  • Understanding Mindful Self-Compassion & Mental Health
  • The Neuroscience Behind Kindness & Mindfulness
  • Practical Self-Compassion Techniques for the Workplace & Home
  • An Open Q+A Discussion on Stress & Remedies for Health

Scott has been featured at a variety of conferences, including:

  • McMaster University - Inspiring from Within
  • TDSB - Mental Health Well-Being Routines in the Adolescent & Teens 
  • University of Guelph - Be Well Be Safe
  • Made of Millions - Dear Manager Event
  • Stop the Stigma - Toronto Catholic District School Board
  • Kindred - Mind Matters
  • Canadian Mental Health Association - National Conference
  • The International Kids Help Phone Conference
  • TEDxYouthToronto
  • TEDxRHHS
  • YouTube Summit VidCon - Mental Health, Mindfulness and You
  • McGill University – Students in Mind
  • HRD Mental Health Canada
  • Ontario Petroleum Contractors Association - Safety Forum

Latest Testimonials

Scott Ste Marie gave our office a refreshing and very real perspective on what mental health means, along with some practical coping tools to deal with stress both at home and in the workplace. I would definitely recommend Scott to any employer looking to educate and help the staff on what is one of the most important issues in the workplace today.”

- Gary Hopkins, CEO of Air Charter Service Canada 

We have a very diverse workforce of men and women from different backgrounds, at various ages, with varying opinions about mental health but that wasn't a roadblock for Scott. His session connected with all employees who attended and weeks later we received feedback that employees were still using the tools he provided. Our company hit the mark by providing Scott Ste Marie as a resource and I would encourage other companies to do the same. If you want to invest in your employee’s wellbeing, Scott should be top of your list."

- Melanie Britton, CarFax Canada

Scott used his sense of humour to be incredibly relatable and remove any discomfort around a topic that is often stigmatized. Our attendees most appreciated his ability to connect with audience members on a personal level while bringing a sense of inclusivity and communal strength to the group.”

- Liam Randhawa, Founder of Project Spaces

Scott isn't afraid to take risks and explore topics that are outside of the "norm". It is hard to find speakers that can take a popular topic, and bring new ideas around it. I would recommend Scott to anyone who is looking for an energetic, creative speaker that will engage with the audience and leave them with things to think about."

- Mary-Lyn Kieffer, Director at Made of Millions Foundation

From my very first interaction with Scott, it was undeniably clear that he is doing the work he was put on this planet to do. His passion and connected nature shines through so brightly. I’ve been putting on speaking events for a handful of years now, some really big names, and Scott blew them all out of the water."

- Jamie Harvey, Manager of Health & Wellness at Loyalty One

Scott’s passion, speaking about living with depression and anxiety is one of the best talks I have
heard. He is engaging and heart-felt, sharing stories and experiences that we can all relate to. I
would recommend Scott to speak to speak to any organization so you can see and experience
firsthand his passion for not only speaking about mental illness but sharing his important story.
Scott, thank you for being YOU!"

- Jill Aimone, LMS Administrator at Crisis Prevention Institute

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