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Music & The Brain

Why is it that music has such power? Because music is processed in the brain in nearly every area! Not only is the auditory cortex activated, but so is the amygdala and hippocampus (music and memory), the limbic system (pleasure and motivation) – releasing dopamine, and the motor system! A lot is happening, and often at the same time. There is improved communication between different brain regions, making music therapy a wonderful alternative therapy for those with brain injuries and other neurological conditions. For example, music therapists might work on improving motor skills, communication, and cognitive function after strokes.

Félicitations Emily ! Congrats Emily!

Emily Messier reçoit la bourse #JeMérite 2025 pour son engagement envers l’égalité et sa force à surmonter les défis. Son parcours fait preuve qu’avec détermination et courage, elle peut avancer malgré les obstacles. Découvrez son parcours inspirant sur //centrevictoria.ca/bourse. Emily Messier receives the #JeMérite 2025 scholarship for her commitment to equality and her strength in overcoming challenges. Her journey shows that with determination and courage, she can move forward despite obstacles. Discover her inspiring story at //centrevictoria.ca/bourse

September Trivia

.1 – In holistic wellness, what term describes the body’s natural ability to heal itself? 2. – Which fruit contains an enzyme that can break down proteins and is often used as a meat tenderizer? 3. – What pigment gives orange carrots their distinctive color, and is a precursor to vitamin A in the human body?

Book Club

Cleaning Up Your Mental Mess: 5 Simple, Scientifically Proven Steps to Reduce Anxiety, Stress, and Toxic Thinking by Dr. Caroline Leaf. Toxic thoughts, depression, anxiety-our mental mess is frequently aggravated by a chaotic world and sustained by an inability to manage our runaway thoughts. But we shouldn’t settle into this mental mess as if it’s just our new normal. There’s hope and help available to us, and the road to healthier thoughts and peak happiness may actually be shorter than you think. DrLeaf.com

Ways to Empower Relationships

Wanting to strengthen your relationships? Allow them to feel cherished and thought of often. By reaching out and telling them what you really enjoy and like about them, it makes them feel appreciated. Taking someone for granted leads to complacency and dulls the relationship connection. Everyone wants to be seen, acknowledged and celebrated even if they don’t say so. Most of us are conflict avoidant, so having a clearing model that is easy to use when differences arise is necessary to help work things through. Taking full ownership of our feelings, naming the specific behaviors that upset us and asking for what you need instead of blaming or becoming defensive is a game changer. Every relationship at some point needs to clear resentment or misunderstandings, when you can do it quickly and efficiently, they don’t build up.

Healthy Blueberry Crisp

Healthy Blueberry Crisp. Preheat oven to 350°F. In a bowl, toss 4 cups fresh or frozen blueberries with 1 tbsp maple syrup, 1 tsp lemon juice, and 1 tbsp cornstarch. Pour into a baking dish. In another bowl, mix 1 cup rolled oats, 1/3 cup almond flour, 1/4 cup chopped nuts, 1/2 tsp cinnamon, and 2 tbsp coconut oil or butter until crumbly. Sprinkle over berries. Bake for 30–35 minutes until golden and bubbly. Serve warm, with Greek yogurt. Enjoy!

Breathe, Heal, and Restore

Immerse yourself in the ultimate relaxation oasis designed to enhance respiratory health and boost immune resilience. The HaloUNO™ facilitates detoxification, aids skin conditions, alleviates chronic pain, accelerates recovery, and eases tension and stress. Bask in your favourite tunes, breathing techniques, or guided meditation as you embark on a path to healing. This innovative therapy combines the natural benefits of halotherapy with a calming environment to support your physical and emotional well-being. Whether you’re seeking relief from congestion, improving your skin, or simply unwinding, HaloUNO™ offers a restorative experience that rejuvenates body and mind—naturally and effortlessly.

Local Health Spotlight

Universal Home Care empowers older adults to live healthy, independent lives through personalized in-home care. Our team of Registered Nurses, Personal Support Workers, Foot Care Specialists, and rehabilitation professionals provide both medical and non-medical services tailored to each individual’s needs. From medication management and wound care to companionship, housekeeping, meal planning, and specialized therapies, our approach is always client-centered. We also offer physical rehabilitation services including personal training, injury recovery, and fall prevention programs. By outlining your goals, we build a care plan that works for you—ensuring comfort, dignity, and quality of life at home.

Heal the Mind, Connect to the Body

Discover the transformative power of mind-body connection through holistic practices like EFT, Qigong, mindfulness, and somatic healing. I guide clients in developing body awareness to address conditions like fibromyalgia, autoimmune challenges, chronic tension, and emotional imbalances. Mind-body practices not only reduce stress but also improve circulation, support the immune system, and aid in emotional release. By reconnecting with the body’s natural wisdom, clients learn to release tension, regulate emotions, and build resilience. This approach fosters a supportive, grounded feeling, allowing individuals to harmonize with their body’s rhythms. Heal from within and experience profound clarity, strength, and balance.