As I settled into a staycation last week with the idea of being aimless, I observed that everything started with Easter week-end and it was busy. Loose ends to tie up in business, my famous coffee cake to provide one day, and the whole shebang dinner to produce on the next. Monday came and I […]
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Are you ready to rewrite your story of health and vitality? I’ve been reflecting on the incredible journey of certain students mastered a daily yoga routine and experienced incredible transformations—physically, mentally, and spiritually. These stories are a testament to the life-altering potential adopting a yoga lifestyle. Brandy, a professional in her 30’s with a calm […]
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I’m looking up at the hill as I put one foot in front of the other, my legs feel like lead weights and there’s sweat dripping into my eyes. This was years ago on Salt Spring Island, when I was training with a group who practiced martial artists, dance, yoga and working out. It was […]
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Riding the waves of anger, sadness and pain are part of the journey Gratitude practices are among the most powerful tools for healing, yet it’s important to allow your emotions full expression and not suppress them in times of difficulty. A young friend on Facebook, let’s call her Anastasia, recently revealed that she has been […]
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Did you know there’s a new and improved way to practice gratitude that can transform your life? Neuroscience has shown that telling stories about people who gratefully receive from you or others has a profound impact on your nervous system, even more than being grateful for yourself. Take my mother-in-law as an example. Despite her […]
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The practice of gratitude as a tool for happiness has been in the mainstream for years. Long-term studies support gratitude’s effectiveness, suggesting that a positive, appreciative attitude contributes to greater success in work, greater health, peak performance in sports and business, a higher sense of well-being, and a faster rate of recovery from surgery. But […]
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In a world filled with demands and opportunities, understanding the cycle of motivation, reward, and rest can be your key to a fulfilled life. Let’s unravel the captivating cycle that drives your actions, emotions, and well-being. Stress is a motivator, it increases adrenaline giving you your “get up and go”. You have two systems one […]
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Join us for an unforgettable Lunch and Learn experience: “Happiness Happens” 🌈 Discover the secrets to cultivating joy, spreading positivity, and finding happiness in every moment! 🌟 Are you ready to unlock the door to a happier, more fulfilling life? At our “Happiness Happens” event, we’re diving headfirst into the science and art of happiness, […]
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Stuffed into a tiny change room at the maternity ward hospital and struggling into a nursing bra, I burst into tears. The reality in the mirror was a shock. That baby weight clung to me for years, and what helped me the most was a gradual re-focus on myself and my needs. Here is my […]
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