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Happy Thoughts

In the philosophy called Science of Mind, “We teach how to think, not what to think”. When you truly understand how you create your life with your thinking, you unlock the power of life. When you think about something for a long time and add strong feelings to it, an experience is created. Life responds by mirroring your beliefs. This is the ‘How’ part of all of life. We encourage an awareness of ‘What’ you think. When you begin to think with awareness, and deliberately, the result is empowerment and a happier life. You are always free to choose what to think. And when you understand infinite good is possible, you will wisely choose your ‘What’. Did you know reactions are thoughts? And usually negative in nature. These negative thoughts resonate in your body. These thoughts cause deeper wrinkles, diminished health, and less joy.

Rev. Anne Ahokangas
cslwinnipeg.org

Black Seed Oil

Black seed (Nigella sativa) is the new preferred therapeutic oil prized for its immune-boosting and antibacterial benefits to reduce respiratory, viral, and digestive ailments. This oil has been used medicinally in Middle Eastern cultures for millennia. Anecdotally, it’s been said to “cure everything except for death!” And the research is starting to back that up. Studies show that this versatile oil can regulate the immune system, benefit blood sugar, and has anti-cancer activity (Butt et al, 2010). Even though it’s known for its medicinal power, it can be used in cooking and food preparation. Look for a cold-pressed black seed oil and for a synergistic blend, use oregano oil and black seed oil together. Look for a combination with vitamins A and D added to give your immune system the best tools to beat the bugs!

Cassie Irwin
Enerex.ca

Summer and Vitamin D

Summer weather has finally arrived, and many of us are enjoying the longer summer days, and spending more time outside. Did you know that even with the summer weather, you might not be getting adequate amounts of vitamin D? Sunscreen can block up to 90% of the vitamin D conversion on sun-exposed skin, and clothing will prevent adequate vitamin D production as well. Individuals with digestive problems and autoimmune conditions such as multiple sclerosis often require higher levels of vitamin D than the average person does. Vitamin D plays an important role in bone and muscle health, healthy immune function, and good mental health. We live in a climate of extremes, and ensuring you have optimal levels of vitamin D throughout the year is an easy way to support good health. Arranging seasonal, periodic testing and evaluation by your naturopathic doctor will ensure your levels are optimal all year long!

Dr. Cory Storm, ND
TheNatureDoctors.ca

Foundation of Mental Health

Did you know that our ability to experience happiness and satisfaction in life is related directly to our self-esteem? We learn to love ourselves to the extent that we have been loved. How we love and accept ourselves affects our relationships and our ability to love others. Our beliefs and the extent to which we value ourselves is a product of our past experiences, and influences how we feel about ourselves today. Low self-esteem may contribute to depression, anxiety, and decreased productivity and social interaction. The good news is that you can learn to change your beliefs about yourself. As your self-esteem increases, so does your enthusiasm, creativity, energy, and happiness. Self-esteem is the foundation of mental health! Take that first step towards building a healthy foundation by attending a Self-Love & Acceptance Group.

Tracy Sparham, BSW, RSW
sheatreewellness.com

What are Cataracts?

Behind the iris is a lens, which helps your eye focus light. In the majority of the population, this lens is transparent. However, aging, certain diseases, trauma to the eye, medications, and environmental factors such as air pollution and UV light can cause this lens to discolour or develop opacities. These changes are called cataracts and they affect the ability of the eye to focus light, much like a fingerprint on glasses or dirt on a window. If the cataract matures, many people notice blurry vision that is not correctable with glasses. Other symptoms of cataracts are glare, halos, and changes to colour vision. Once the vision loss is affecting daily activities, cataract surgery may be considered.

Dr. Ashley Britton, Independent Optometrist
Linden Ridge Eye Care
LREyeCare.ca

Get More from Vacations

Do you find it takes you up to three days to get into “vacation mode”? Summertime is vacation time, and your time away is far too precious to spend it trying to “hurry up and relax”. Once you do wind down, do you often get sick? The go-go-go nature of our lives means that once your system has a chance to calm down, your immunity also goes down the tubes at the same time, leading to illness or exhaustion. Floating therapy before your vacation can help you get your mind and body back into balance so that you can actually be more present on your vacation. And isn’t that what vacations are really for?

Leah & Brad, FloatCalm.com

Meet an Intuitive Matchmaker

As a matchmaker with over 23 years of experience, I have facilitated thousands of matches that originated from a strong feeling. I am gifted with very keen intuition and have learned not to question it. Often, I meet a client and know exactly who their match is. I have told people by phone, prior to meeting them, that I suspect I know who their ideal match is. Sure enough, that hunch ends up being the start of a forever relationship. A year ago, a man walked into my office and I immediately knew who his match was. I contacted her and encouraged her to give him a call. She did, and it was one of the best choices she has made. I was just a guest at their wedding. Their connection is spectacular, their love is deep, and their respect for one another is tremendous.

Lianne Tregobov, Intuitive Matchmaker, CamelotIntroductions.com

Healthy Sleeping Habits

If you have increased muscle aches and pains through your lower back or neck in the morning, the way you are sleeping may be contributing to your pain. Sleeping on your back with a small pillow under your knees maintains the natural spinal curve and can relieve extra pressure through your lower back. Lying on your side with your knees slightly bent and with a pillow between your legs is also a good position to maintain a neutral spine. It is best to try to avoid stomach sleeping, as this causes increased pressure through your lower back and extra torque through your neck. Firm mattresses and pillows are supportive and allow your spine to stay neutral and prevent your head from bending side to side. Be sure to ask your physiotherapist for sleeping posture tips that will work for you at your next appointment!

Kristy Maksymyk BMR-PT, Prairie Trail Physiotherapy, PrairieTrailPhysio.ca

Removing Dental Amalgam

Dental amalgam has been around for decades and was the treatment of choice for teeth that had dental decay. It remains a good material, but today there are other options. When removing dental amalgam due to structural issues or recurrent decay, there are often questions about the mercury and how it is removed safely to minimize exposure to yourself and the environment. There are guidelines in place to help prevent the mercury from being washed down the drain and entering our environment through units in the dental office. As well, from a personal protection standpoint, dental dams, high volume suction, and water irrigation all prevent the ingestion of the components from dental amalgam when it is being removed.

Dr. Ken Hamin
ReflectionsDentalHealth.ca

Diet – a 4-Letter Word!

The human brain is an amazing and powerful tool. It has the capacity to heal, imagine, and reason. In fact, its main job is our survival. Given this fact, doesn’t it make sense that dieting, which is starving yourself a little, would go against the very nature of survival? Is it any wonder diets don’t work? Dieting also encourages us to eat the wrong foods and sometimes become addicted to them because our brain believes it is helping us. Our society has evolved, but a part of our brain hasn’t kept up. Add this to all of the unhealthy food choices we have available, and you can see a disaster in the making. The good news is the same brain will, with the right coaching, turn that around for you and make it all attainable. Connecting and coaching the subconscious mind is a natural alternative to pills, surgery, and diets.

Sherry Wilkinson
WinnipegHypnotherapy.com

What is Ganban-Yoku?

Ganban-yoku is a very popular form of thermal relaxation therapy in Japan. It uses rare stones found only in certain areas of the world. They release therapeutic warmth once they are heated, and help relax the body and mind. The stones are embedded in comfortable, smooth slab beds. They are heated gently by a hydronic water system. Many people compare the Ganban-yoku experience to relaxing on the beach on a warm day. What is unique about the treatment is the kind of sweat Ganban-yoku produces. Silky sweat is perspired during the session and does not have stickiness or smell, and we recommend not taking a shower after the treatment, and patting dry. This silky sweat acts as a natural lotion, leaving your skin smooth, radiant, and glowing.

PoccaPocaSpa.com