Helping people stay socially fit through wonder and awe
Shielding against loneliness and creating places of belonging and inclusion
Using the power of art, storytelling, and science, we facilitate ways to connect with others naturally.
Our mission is to foster a sense of belonging within schools and workplaces and bridge healthcare with the community through social prescriptions.
Our Wonder Gatherings promote social fitness and connection.
Workshops and gatherings grounded in evidence-based practices of Positive Psychology and The Positive Humanities.
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Workplace
Employee well-being. Psychological Health & Safety Advisor (Canadian Mental Health Association). Positive Psychology Practitioner.
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Healthcare, Art, Community: Social Prescribing Design & Consulting
Well-being pathways for doctors to refer non-clinical patients experiencing loneliness, anxiety, depression, and more vulnerable populations to art and community-based programming, evidence-based through positive psychology.
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Wonder Gatherings & Social Connection
Designed to cultivate meaningful social connection, relatedness, and compassionate engagement in workplaces, schools, and communities (virtual & in-person).
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Keynote Speaker, MC, and Webinars
Corporate and private events, school and university talks. Evidence-based.
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Wonder Junction Members Area - COMING SOON!
Paula Toledo’s lost song “How Long (Will it Take)”. Music, art, writing, well-being practices.
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"Collision Conference provided a perfect stage for (Paula) to share her strength in a compelling way, and her words left a lasting impact on the audience. Not only is her story of resilience impressive, but the work she’s done to build that resilience in others is admirable. I would highly recommend Paula as a speaker and writer, a thought leader in promoting creativity and play as a way to nurture empathy, resilience and well-being."
Teresa Brewer, VP Corporate Communications (former)
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“Paula demonstrated an in-depth understanding of Positive Psychology and its application in designing effective well-being programs for employees. Her insights were not only valuable but also delivered with a remarkable clarity that resonated well with our audience. Beyond her expertise, Paula was an absolute pleasure to work with. Her professionalism and dedication to delivering high-quality content were evident throughout our collaboration."
Andrea McLeod, Marketing Director at Carebook
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"The workshop was a major success. Many people expressed how much they appreciated the intentions of the workshop as they had learned interesting things about themselves and their co-workers. The impact of the workshop continues to linger in a very positive way."
Lindsay Callan, Conference Director University of British Columbia, Division of Continuing Professional Development Faculty of Medicine
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"I took away so much on a personal and professional level. We’ve had professionals come in and share facts and research on things like resilience, courage, and the importance of play and connection. But Paula Toledo really embodied all those things and more."
Nafisah Hosein, Special Education Tech. Lester B School Board, Montreal, Quebec
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"The Wonder experience she curated was a bridge to connect employees to each other’s true authentic nature. Paula effectively nurtured a supportive environment that positively affected the team’s ability to contribute in a bold and innovative way."
Stephen McNicholls, Founder/CEO SMcN Consulting
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"I had no idea what to expect, which made the evening that much more exciting. Our group was amazing and we got to know each other quickly - feeling safe and relaxed will do that! The host and founder, Paula Toledo, is a truly magical and inspiring person."
Julie Sabine, CMO Inkblot Therapy
“Her story is one of hope. One of incredible determination to not only get through the hardest days, but to stand up for herself and live the life she wanted to live. Paula is on a mission to share how she achieved this and pass on the positive daily habits she carries with her today.”