What would feed your soul today? Self care in these changing times.
By Amber Young, Registered Massage Therapist and Yoga Teacher. For thousands of years our ancestors have connected with the stars to help presence themselves upon the earth, and to remember to slow down and listen. The wisdom that travels through to us when we give ourselves quiet space, and connect with our natural world,…
Read MoreIncreasing Generosity Increases Your Happiness
By Moira Hutchison, Intuitive Coach, Meditation & QiGong Teacher and Hypnotherapist. All life has ups and downs. However, whenever you offer something to someone out of sincere generosity, you can count on people saying “yes.” That can give you a sense of harmony and fulfillment. Try modeling generosity. Practice it. Make a habit of going…
Read MoreAre You Headed in the Right Direction in Life?
By Moira Hutchison, Intuitive Coach, Meditation & QiGong Teacher and Hypnotherapist. People tend to wonder if their life is headed in the right direction when things aren’t going well for them. That presupposes that people enjoy a sense of ease when life goes well for them. They don’t feel the need to question their life when…
Read MoreNature as medicine: unlocking the health benefits of time in nature
By Dr. Ellen Conte, ND. A growing body of evidence highlights the powerful impact of spending time in nature on both physical and mental health. We’ll explore these benefits and discuss practical and actionable ways to bring more nature into daily life. What is meant by “time in nature”? Time in nature typically…
Read MoreThe Importance of Breast Massage
By Amber Young, Registered Massage Therapist. Your whole self is important to consider in your care, every part of you contributes to the experience of your wholeness. The parts we walk around with and a deep honouring for the parts of us that have changed or that we have lost over the years. I…
Read MorePerimenopause and Menopause: Understanding the Transition and How to Thrive
By Noha Zaghlol, Nurse Practitioner. Do You Need to Wait a Year After Your Last Period to Start Hormone Therapy? Absolutely not! This common misconception leads to unnecessary suffering. The best time to start bio-identical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) is as soon as you begin experiencing perimenopausal symptoms. Perimenopause is the transitional phase where hormone…
Read MoreStasis: The Rhythm of Winter
By Lisa Paterson, Yoga Therapist, Movement & Meditation Teacher, Retired Psychotherapist. Hello, dear people. I often feel a bit off at the start of a new year. I think, in part, this is because it doesn’t always feel like a new year to me. For those of us in the northern hemisphere, we’re in the middle of…
Read MoreStrategies to Personalize Your Self-Care Practice
By Moira Hutchison, Intuitive Coach, Meditation & QiGong Teacher and Hypnotherapist. You and your friends probably have your own favorite coffee drinks and TV shows. It makes sense that your ideal self-care checklist would look different too. Maybe you love adult coloring books but think that they are boring. Maybe they want to check into…
Read MoreNew Year’s Resolutions: Tips for a healthier 2025
By Mark Legacy, CCRP. Happy New Year! For many people, the new year is a time to set new personal goals and resolutions. If you are looking to make changes in your life, New Year’s resolutions can be a great place to start. When we set goals, we often start on a landmark date, with…
Read MoreSummer Skin Health: A Naturopathic Guide to Healthy Glowing Skin
By Dr. Anna Bullen, ND. In the summer months when the weather is glorious it can be tempting to soak up as much sunshine as you can before the cold seasons return. While some sun exposure can be beneficial, it’s important to use strategies to prevent skin cancer and keep your skin healthy. It…
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