Community News
Fear of Intimacy

Often, we avoid intimacy out of fear and miss something that could be amazing for our happiness and well-being. The reality is that at a human level, all relationships end, whether through changes in life situations or because one of the parties made his/her transition to the “other side” of life.
One of the things we can explore before we enter into a close friendship or sexual relationship with someone is what our expectations are of each other. Most of the challenges couples and friends have are because they never asked each other what their expectations were.

Rev. Anne Ahokangas
www.cslwinnipeg.org

Hope, Stability, Happiness, Love

Are you missing some of this in your life? Life sometimes throws us curveballs that cause stress, negative thinking, depression, anxiety, and difficulty coping. Counselling provides you with an opportunity to talk about your concerns in a safe, confidential environment and helps you gain increased hope, stability, happiness, and love. Group therapy helps you realize you are not alone, while providing an opportunity to connect with others for support and change. Tracy Sparham, BSW, RSW, Sparham Counselling, SheaTreeWellness.com

Real Beauty Benefits of Collagen with BioSil™

BioSil™ is clinically proven to reduce wrinkles, increase skin elasticity, thicken and strengthen hair, and strengthen nails. BioSil™ is not “made out of collagen,” it “generates collagen” through your body’s own natural pathways. That means the collagen you add is collagen with your own DNA fingerprint. That’s why BioSil™ helps you look beautiful, youthful, and healthy – naturally! Starting at age 21, collagen diminishes by 1% per year. That’s when the vital collagen “mesh” begins to loosen. By age 30, the signs of reduced collagen on skin, hair and nails become visible. BioSil™ has been through the most rigorous testing procedure known, the double-blind, placebo controlled, university-conducted clinical trial. Here’s what they found: BioSil™ Clinical Trial Results:
• Thickens Hair
• Strengthens Hair
• Reduces Fine Lines and Wrinkles
• Improves Skin Elasticity
• Strengthens Nails
Now see what BioSil can do for you! Take it from Christie Brinkley: “I take BioSil™ every day, and I am amazed at the difference I see in my skin, hair and nails!”
Aviva Natural Health Solutions. AvivaHealth.com

Is Your Toothpaste Toxic?

Did you know that your mouth is one of the most absorbent places in your entire body? While you’re brushing, the ingredients in your toothpaste enter your mouth and gums, which are the gateway to every system in your body. This is why you need to be very careful when choosing toothpaste. Many brands contain questionable ingredients that you’re far better off avoiding. Modere’s toothpaste received the Environmental Working Group’s (EWG) gold standard verification. • Sugar-free • Fluoride-free • Water-soluble abrasives clean without damaging tooth enamel • Supports healthy looking teeth and gums • Our non-toxic formula means it is safe for the whole family • Natural peppermint oil freshens breath. Valdine Doering, Modere, www.Valdine.ca

Vision and Alzheimer’s Disease

Many people are aware that Alzheimer’s disease (early onset or late onset) is caused by an amino acid plaque named amyloid beta. However, there are very few who are aware the plaque may blind the old. Recent studies indicate the plaque may cause two blinding ailments. One is macular degeneration, and the other is glaucoma. Macular degeneration, characterized by progressive loss of central vision leading to irreversible blindness, affects about 50 million individuals globally. Studies have shown that some kinds of glaucoma, not all kinds, may be related to the pathogenic plaque. Supplements are available for removing or neutralizing the plaque. Yong Han Lee, ReVitamins of Charleswood, Facebook.com/revitamins

Community Event

Nov. 4, 9-5 p.m. Understanding the Face I See workshop. Use face reading techniques to predict your future, detect health conditions, and reveal your true character! 236 Lanark St. Cost: $150. Register early, as space is limited.

Time to Exercise Smarter

We know about the many physical benefits of strength training, such as stronger muscles, tendons, ligaments, and bones; lower blood pressure; and increased flexibility and lung capacity. But did you know that strength training has added mental benefits?
People who participate in strength training on a regular basis are found to have increased self-esteem, energy, and productivity. In addition, those who strength train report better sleeping patterns, decreased stress levels, and decreased bouts of depression.
Many studies have proven that resistance-based exercise is a very effective way to achieve your health and fitness goals. ARX Fit Studios, ArxFitStudios.com

Mindful Holiday Eating

It’s not the shortbread or chocolates that’ll get you. It’s what you THINK about the shortbread and chocolates that’ll do it every year. It’s the extreme all or nothing thinking, the good food/bad food mindset. Mindful eating is the middle ground. Less food provides more joy and satisfaction. The questions to ask yourself this season before eating and drinking are: 1. Am I hungry? 2. How hungry am I? 3. What do I REALLY want? 4. How much will satisfy my hunger/craving, while leaving me feeling peaceful? 5. How do I want to feel in my body after I’m done eating? Lisa Kehler, Off Your Plate Nutrition, OffYourPlateNutrition.ca

Conquer Your Past

Conquer your past and control your destiny. It is never too late to change your life for the better and there is no better time than now. Your mind is the most powerful tool you have. It controls your body and your thoughts. Your subconscious is both your worst enemy and your best friend. It is the problem, and it is the solution. You have the power to choose. How effective and fast does hypnotherapy work? The American Health Magazine provided this comparison:
• Psychoanalysis: 38% recovery after 600 sessions
• Behavior Therapy: 72% recovery after 22 sessions
• Hypnotherapy: 93% recovery after 6 sessions
Sherry Wilkinson, Winnipeg Hypnotherapy, WinnipegHypnotherapy.com

Decreasing Debt-Related Stress

Consumer debt is at an all-time high and dealing with debt can be a lonely, frightening, and stressful experience. Some ways to manage debt-related stress include:
• If you are carrying balances on your credit cards, stop using them immediately and start making payments, starting with the card that has the highest interest rate.
• Talk to your financial institution to see if they have any suggested solutions to help you manage your debt.
• If your financial institution can’t assist you, select a credit counselling organization to help you evaluate your entire financial situation. This should be a local organization that does face-to-face counselling. Confirm with the Consumer Protection Office of Manitoba that the organization is licensed by the Province of Manitoba.
Brian Denysuik, CREDITAID, creditaid.ca

Community Event

Every Wednesday at 7 p.m. Heart Mind Spirit Recovery Program. A special spiritually based recovery program for all addictions. Everyone is welcome. Centre for Spiritual Living, 625 Spruce St.