Through our work together, I have gained practical resources (books, podcasts, and music) and been introduced to many learned active practices to honor my loss and the life of my friend (grief rituals and writing exercises). I attribute much of the closeness I still feel to my late friend to Aurena’s brilliance, skills and guidance. …

Are you a mental health practitioner? Would you like to practice public speaking, improve your communication, and develop leadership skills? Viva is proud to host a branch of Toastmasters for mental health professionals. Toastmasters International is a non-profit organization dedicated to teaching public speaking and leadership skills. At Toastmasters you will: Viva Toastmasters meets at …