Treating your body with kindness and speaking to it positively are powerful steps toward better health. Instead of criticizing, try offering words of appreciation for all it does for you daily. Acknowledge its strength, resilience, and the incredible work it performs, even when you feel unwell. This practice isn’t just about feeling good; it actively influences your well-being. Positive self-talk can reduce stress, improve your mood, and even support physical healing. When you nurture a respectful relationship with your body, you foster a deeper connection, leading to more mindful choices in nutrition, movement, and rest. Start today by thanking your body for its unwavering support.
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Switch Up Your Workouts
To prevent mid-summer workout plateaus, integrate new strength exercises and stretches into your routine. *Hire a Personal Trainer to help with new ideas! *Take advantage of the outdoors with activities like kayaking, paddle boarding, swimming or cycling. *Establish Winding-Down Rituals: As days shorten, start preparing for the transition to autumn by disconnecting from screens one hour before bed. *Leverage Local Resources: Take advantage of outdoor spaces and parks for morning yoga or evening walks. Check out your local fitness facility, like Valley Health Fitness, for strength training or a fitness class or plan a hike on local trails.
Profile: Beautiful Smiles Denture Clinic
Stephanie Yeats joined the Beautiful Smiles Denture Clinic team in 2010 and acquired the business a couple of years ago, bringing with her over 35 years of experience in the dental field. She is joined by skilled denturist Hannah Craig. To better serve patients, the clinic has locations in Duncan and Chemainus. At Beautiful Smiles, we are dedicated to building dentures that look natural, fit well, and stand the test of time. Our passion for our patients is what drives us, and we’re proud to have helped over 16,000 people rediscover their smiles.
Hear Life More Fully
Hearing loss often develops gradually, making it easy to overlook the early warning signs. If you frequently ask others to repeat themselves, struggle to follow conversations in noisy places, turn the television up louder than everyone else, or notice ringing in your ears, it may be time for a hearing assessment. Many people assume others are mumbling when the real issue is reduced hearing. Early detection can make a significant difference in communication, relationships, and overall quality of life. If these signs sound familiar, book a professional hearing evaluation and discover solutions that can help you reconnect with the sounds that matter most.
Travelling with Dentures
This summer, when you travel, be sure you are prepared for denture care. Bring a sealable container, a soft-bristle toothbrush, toothpaste, denture cleanser, adhesive, and any other items that you use regularly. If you have stored your old dentures dry, they will need to be soaked for up to 24 hours in water with a little Listerine in it. Always inspect the bathroom before you leave to be sure that you have everything. If you can find a denturist at your destination before you get there, you will at least have eliminated one concern. Contact them and note their hours.
The Link Between Nutrition & Aging
Up to half of older adults are at risk for malnutrition, a condition that makes them vulnerable to increased risk of falling, slower recovery times, repeat hospitalizations, and possibly death. Thankfully, older adults, their caregivers, and loved ones can take several steps to better understand the factors that influence their nutritional needs and create a personalized plan for healthy eating: consulting a doctor or registered dietitian, focusing on nutrient-rich staples, staying hydrated, and addressing food insecurity. Comfort Keeper caregivers can help prepare nutritious, sustaining meals to help older adults maintain independence.
Reset (Not Restrict) in August
As summer begins to wind down, it’s a wonderful opportunity to check in with your health before the busyness of fall arrives. Small, consistent choices can create lasting change, especially during perimenopause and menopause when your body is asking for a different kind of support. Through acupuncture, nutrition, mindset, and lifestyle guidance, I help women restore balance, improve energy, support hormone health, and feel at home in their bodies again. You don’t have to do it alone. This month, choose to nourish yourself, embrace progress over perfection, and take one step closer to feeling your very best.
Unlock Your Home’s Equity
Act Now! Equity Advantage Mortgages allow homeowners over 55 to unlock their home equity. Homeowners across Canada are turning to these products in record numbers, with loans increasing to $11 billion in 2026 from just $1 billion ten years ago. Many homeowners now have the freedom to use their home equity for aging in place, enhancing retirement income, funding travel, or providing early inheritance to family members. Contact me to find out more. As a local expert who has lived and worked on Vancouver Island for 40 years, I can answer all your questions and find the best service provider for you.
Recharge with RAYD8 Regen
RAYD8 Regen is a gentle, non-invasive therapy designed to recharge your body at the cellular level. Using scalar energy, bio-magnetic fields, and light frequencies, it restores balance, vitality, and optimal function throughout the body. By supporting your body’s natural healing processes, RAYD8 Regen helps reduce pain, ease stress, promote detoxification, and enhance overall energy flow. Many clients describe feeling lighter, calmer, and more grounded after each session, as if their whole system has been gently reset. Sessions are relaxing and comfortable, giving your body the space it needs to unwind and recharge deeply. Please reach out for more information.
Do you Feel Overwhelmed?
Are you feeling emotionally overwhelmed? This is a state of being that can be difficult to manage. It can prevent you from performing daily tasks and also your ability to think and act rationally. A number of things can cause emotional overwhelm including stress, traumatic events or relationship issues. Let’s explore how to release these emotions for better health – physically, emotionally, mentally or spiritually. As a Certified Body/Emotion Code Practitioner, Permelia can help you release unprocessed negative (trapped) emotions to create calm and bring back your sense of peace.
SOS Monthly Fundraiser
Win big and give back with SOS’s 50/50 Monthly Online Draw! Proceeds from this exciting raffle help residents of all ages thrive across District 69. Half of the jackpot goes directly to the lucky winner, and the other half supports SOS programs and services, so everybody wins! The first pot reached $1,540, giving the winner $770! Ticket prices are 1 for $10, 4 for $20, 20 for $50, or 50 for $100. Open to BC residents ages 19+. Know your limit, play within it. Get your tickets now and help SOS meet needs in the Oceanside area. rafflebox.ca/raffle/sos-d69. Licence #172984
