The New Year is a great time for integrating new habits and rituals into our every day routine. And we don’t have to overhaul our lives all in one go either. In fact, small changes done consistently over time can add up to dramatic results in our overall health and wellbeing. Check out the list below to see if there ar…
The new year is a time for setting new goals, but they aren’t always easy to achieve. Use this goal calendar to help you reach your goals for 2016.
The New Year is around the corner and with the New Year comes New Year’s Resolutions. Many people use this time to declare resolutions or goals; however, for many people, the resolutions and the excitement that comes with them go to the wayside after the second week of January. It is possible to succeed at your New Yea…
The New Year is around the corner and with the New Year comes New Year’s Resolutions. Many people use this time to declare resolutions or goals; however, for many people, the resolutions and the excitement that comes with them go to the wayside after the second week of January. It is possible to succeed at your New Yea…
The holiday season can be an extremely stressful time of year. With work deadlines looming, a packed social events calendar and hosting responsibilities, it’s very easy to lose yourself in the chaos. Take small steps to keep up your health and lifestyle routines and remember you don’t have to take the ‘all-or-nothing’…
Healthy aging is a topic that concerns many and with summer on its way out and fall routines coming back in, it’s a great time to bring some focus back to your health. It is possible to implement simple, life changing strategies to slow down the hands of time. Let’s explore some of my favorite strategies for increased…
Ahhh Summertime cottage living, camping, sitting by the lake, lounging by the pool, drinks on the patio, paddling in the canoe, there is so much to do out-of-doors when the days are long and the weather is warm. It’s a wonderful time to be outside being active and enjoying nature, if you can handle the insects. But how…
Our ability to successfully interact and connect with the people in our lives can positively influence our emotions, behavior, mental outlook, and overall health in innumerable ways. This is what is referred to as “Social Wellness”, and it involves engaging in and enjoying positive interactions with others, while also…
It is estimated that cigarette smoking will cause about 450 million deaths worldwide in the next 50 years. In Canada, over 37,000 people die each year from tobacco use. It is a well-known fact that cigarette smoking and other forms of tobacco use are addictive. Nicotine is classified as the potent mood-altering drug in…
About 15 years ago I did a quick survey in a nearby grocery store and the results were shocking. I wanted to find out what ingredients were in the most popular brands of household cleaners dish liquid, laundry liquid, stain remover, toilet bowl cleaners, etc. I walked in with a pad of paper ready to take notes and walk…