THE SCIENCE BEHIND MANIFESTATION
Isn’t it awesome when you discover something new; a new book or a new concept and all of a sudden you see it referenced everywhere. I remember when I first bought my little Kia, I was so happy with it! And just like that, I began to notice other Kias on every road I...
Plunging Into The New Year!
WE DID IT! January 1st, 2022 Polar Plunge! Woo Hoo!!! ‘Weekly cold plunges have been better than I ever could have imagined!’ - am I really saying this? I almost can't believe it myself! It's been amazing to be able to change my mindset, my habits and behaviours to...
I Believe
It’s Christmas Eve and I am reflecting on how quickly things can change. Our family was hoping to celebrate this year’s Christmas with a sit-down dinner with our extended family tonight. We have carried on this Christmas Eve tradition as our European ancestors did. We...
Happiness Comes From Within
This year our family celebrated a simple Thanksgiving outdoors. I am fortunate to have hosted our family gathering this weekend on our 100-acre property amidst the beauty of nature’s burnt oranges and reds at this time of fall. We sat in comfy chairs, placed in a...
Stress: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly
Written by Simone Usselman-Tod My chosen career was in the medical field as a Diagnostic Medical Radiation Technologist. I learned how to deal with critical situations and be part of a team helping people who were seriously injured and who were struggling to survive....
Don’t Let Fear Hold You Back
All of us struggle with fear and worry from time to time. In fact, in many cases, fear is actually a good and healthy thing. It causes us to wear seatbelts and try to eat healthy. It keeps us from doing things that will hurt us, like getting too close to a fire or...
Your Mind Is A Garden
Victoria Day weekend, observed by most of Canada since 1845, celebrates Queen Victoria's birthday on May 24. Many people are unaware that Canada is the only country in the world to celebrate Victoria Day, often referred to as the 'May Two-Four' long weekend. Despite...
Nurturing Belonging
Guest blog written by Joy Seunarine. I open the door and step into the ward as I approach my next client. I am at Sunnybrook Veterans Centre where I provide massage therapy to its’ residents. Loud shouting is heard demanding that he be taken back to his bed....
The Most Life Threatening Condition of our Time
Guest blog written by Tammy Adams. As humans we are living more stressed than ever before. While our ancestors experienced elements of fear and life threatening situations, they did not live their daily lives in this state. It was referred to as fight or flight for a...
Nature’s Spring Reset
A hike this morning in nature refuels my soul and invites me to appreciate the beauty of the natural world that surrounds me. A walk in nature is a powerful reset following a busy week working as a Stress Management Coach and supporting clients though their...
The Power of Community
Written by Simone Usselman-Tod. Communities play an important role in every aspect of our lives. Communities are created not only through our friendships and our families, communities are created through our connections in our neighbourhoods, in our schools, in our...
Shine The Light and Transform Your Life
We all know how important learning and growing is as we navigate the challenges that life presents. Sometimes our world throws us more adversity and challenges than we can handle and we decide it's time to make a change! What do you want to improve this year? Your...