This is the season of hibernation, time to rest and restore, as nature teaches us. It’s a time to tend to our nervous systems and engage in activities that support our overall health. Warmth is one of the ways that you can soothe and ease your nervous system. This may include warm baths, cozy blankets, warm drinks, warmth from the sun on your face, and our favourite way is Sauna! We encourage you to prioritize your mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being during this winter hibernation season and remember to listen to your body!
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Health Benefits of Hypnotherapy
Some of us are struggling with stress related mental health issues. Hypnotherapy can help reduce stress, change how we look, manage stressors and improve coping skills as we learn how to get our needs met. Learning self-hypnosis can reduce anxiety and depression. Having a personalized hypnotherapy audio recording designed just for you can make a significant change in your life. The subconscious mind is the giant within. Learn how to reprogram yours to live a better life. Hypnotherapy is quick and effective. It leaves the client feeling calm, clear and confident. Contact me to find out more.
Heart Health at Pharmasave
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, often goes unrecognized and untreated because there are no symptoms. Your pharmacist can help you reduce your risk for heart attack and stroke, by: 1. Reviewing your medications, helping you take them as prescribed and managing potential side effects. 2. Teaching you how to use a blood pressure monitoring device properly and testing your blood pressure regularly. 3. Advising you how to maintain a healthy weight, and a diet that’s low in sodium. and 4. Guiding you through a step-by-step quit smoking plan. Learn more about how to keep your blood pressure under control by speaking with your pharmacist.
Enhancing Shelter Pet’s Lives Together
Feeling lonely and love animals? Volunteer at an animal shelter! Providing enrichment for pets living at a shelter reduces stress-induced behaviours, which are often barriers to adoption. Dog walking, cat cuddling, filling Kongs with peanut butter and brushing is an amazing way to add value to a pet’s life by providing an environment more stimulating and challenging. The best part of volunteering is knowing you have supported an animal in need plus it just feels good to know you contributed to the wellbeing of a pet. Interested in volunteering? Give us a shout!
Building Love for Fitness
Developing a love for exercise is a gradual process; my client took a year to eagerly anticipate workouts. Positive life changes, particularly in health, demand more time than expected. To sustain a heart-healthy lifestyle, altering your attitude towards exercise is crucial. Initially, it might feel like a slow journey, but eventually, you’ll find fulfillment in workouts. Shifting your perspective transforms exercise from a chore to a source of joy. Embrace the gradual revelation that a life without exercise feels incomplete, and you’ll understand the enthusiasm of those dedicated to fitness.
How’s Your Focus?
Many with ADHD struggle with the ability to focus for longer periods of time, especially on mundane tasks. There are many options to improve. Mindful meditation helps train your brain to eliminate distractions. Medications can help to improve the connectivity of your neurotransmitters making it easier for signals and thoughts to get through which increases the efficiency of your focus. Exercise can also increase the brains’ ability to concentrate by increasing levels of dopamine and norepinephrine in the brains which helps to regulate the attention system. ADHD Coaching can help find solutions that work for you.
Coldest Night of the Year Fundraising Event
Coldest Night of the Year (CNOY) is an annual event that supports people experiencing homelessness within Regina. This fundraiser helps YWCA Regina provide shelter, care, and holistic support to women and families experiencing homelessness to heal and find hope. CNOY 2024 takes place on February 24th, 2024 – drawing individuals together to support the cause through raising money as well as taking part in a 2 km or 5 km walk. Across Canada, over 190 communities are involved with CNOY, supported by people who care about their communities and the most vulnerable people who live in them. Learn more + get involved at cnoy.org/regina
Words to Live By
“Isn’t it funny how day by day nothing changes, but when you look back everything is different.” C.S. Lewis
Words to Live By
“We are not the survival of the fittest. We are the survival of the nurtured.” – Louis Cozolino
Creamy Avocado Coconut Soup Recipe
Discover the perfect blend of creamy indulgence and health with our Creamy Avocado Coconut Soup recipe! Gather 2 ripe avocados and a can of coconut milk (approx. 13.5 oz) alongside 2 heads of broccoli. Begin by peeling and pitting the avocados, then scoop the flesh into a blender with the broccoli. Pour in the entire can of coconut milk and blend until a smooth, creamy texture emerges. For a cooler experience, chill the soup for at least 30 minutes before serving. Elevate its presentation with optional garnishes like a sprig of mint, a drizzle of olive oil, or a pinch of black pepper.
Who and When to Ask for Help
If you or a loved one are finding that a situation is affecting your physical or mental health, and making you feel less in control and more isolated, it may be time to ask for help. Forgetfulness can also be an indication that something is wrong, when it comes to things like missed appointments or missed medications. It can be hard to accept change, but asking for help is a sign of strength, not of weakness. Getting assistance can help make your or your loved one’s day easier, safer, and healthier. In-home care can be a great option!
