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Stay Active This Holiday Season

The holidays are a joyful time, but long hours of shopping, decorating, and sitting at family gatherings can leave your body stiff and sore. Physiotherapy can help you maintain mobility, manage aches, and prevent injury during this busy season. Simple stretches, posture awareness, and mindful movement while lifting or carrying heavy items can make a big difference. Even short, daily exercises can keep muscles strong and joints flexible. Prioritizing your physical health now means more energy to enjoy celebrations and a smoother transition into the New Year.

Stay Connected This Season

The Holidays are a time for connection, whether it’s sharing stories around the dinner table or enjoying music and laughter with loved ones. But if hearing loss is making it harder to follow conversations, you may feel left out. Don’t let missed words mean missed moments. At Amplifon Hearing Care Experts, we provide free hearing tests and personalized hearing solutions to help you fully participate in the celebrations. With today’s advanced, comfortable hearing aids, you can enjoy every sound of the season. Make this December the start of a brighter, clearer new year—because the best gift is staying connected.

Healthy Holiday Season Tips

Party time: Drink a large glass of water and have a healthy snack before going to a party; add a few healthy choices in and minimize the treats. This can be a good time of year to add in a probiotic or digestive enzymes to help with the sugar over-indulgence. Alcohol – make a spritzer or use soda water to cut down on pop use. This will lead to better sleep and a happier person the next day! Don’t throw away your exercise regime – from a class at the gym to a simple walk, keep moving over the holidays. This helps to keep your mind clear and digestion moving. Be mindful – deep breathing, yoga or a simple meditation can help with holiday stress.

Spark Joy and Glow Together this Holiday Season

The holidays can be busy, but joy doesn’t have to wait for a spa day. Spa Like a Boss brings laughter and creativity straight to your home or office with interactive experiences designed to delight. Guests mix, make, and play their way through hands-on activities like bath-bomb creations, sugar-scrub crafting, and other surprise twists that guarantee smiles. Perfect for teams, families, and friends ages 6 to 106, these parties blend fun, relaxation, and connection. This season, skip the stress and celebrate creativity, laughter, and togetherness that truly sparkle.

Maintain Healthy Hair Through the Holidays

The holiday season brings joy and sometimes stress – which can affect hair health. At Saskatoon Hair Loss, we see seasonal shedding increase due to changes in diet, travel, and stress. Prioritize nutrition by including protein-rich foods, leafy greens, and vitamin-packed snacks. Gentle hair care routines, including minimal heat styling and moisturizing treatments, help protect strands during colder months. If you notice unusual shedding or thinning, early consultation is key. Saskatoon Hair Loss offers personalized assessments and treatments to keep your hair vibrant through the festive season. Call today to start your healthy-hair plan.

Downsizing? Time to Declutter!

Decluttering is the first step to successful Downsizing. Decluttering has many advantages. It relieves stress through organization, makes room for those things you really need and use, prepares your house for sale and reduces family tension while settling an estate. One of the most important considerations is the fact that 80% of the time we only use 20% of our stuff. This helps us define the first things to consider passing on to family members or donating. Meet your Seniors Real Estate Specialist, SRES®, Karen Clouthier – REALTOR® with The Realty Consultants Group in Saskatoon for more information on downsizing.

Peace Over Perfection This Season

The holiday season often brings joy, but it can also create stress from busy schedules, financial strain, and family expectations. To reduce stress, focus on what truly matters – connection, presence, and self-care. Set realistic boundaries and say no when needed to preserve your well-being. Maintain healthy habits like balanced meals, regular sleep, and movement, which support emotional resilience. Practice mindfulness by pausing to breathe or reflecting on moments of gratitude. Remember, it’s okay if everything isn’t perfect. Prioritizing peace over perfection allows you to experience the holidays with more calm, clarity, and genuine enjoyment.

Finish the Year with Intention

As the year winds down, give yourself permission to slow down and reconnect with what truly matters, you! At Belle Isle Beauty Studio, we believe beauty begins with self-awareness and authenticity. Our experiences invite you to reconnect and rediscover your confidence, from personalized makeup classes and mindful workshops to a thoughtfully designed product shopping experience. Every visit is a moment to explore, elevate, and embrace your beauty in a way that feels authentic and deeply personal. This season, be your own resolution. Book your experience today!

Home but Not Alone

When planning for a loved one who wants to stay at home, don’t wait until aging conditions threaten independence. Your elders deserve the best care, and having one-on-one support today could make a big difference tomorrow. Have openhanded, openhearted talks about their plans and goals for living at this age and stage, their present and future needs and your wishes for them. To help start that conversation, ask to receive our “Better What’s Next” Toolkit. By addressing aging conditions early you can improve their comfort, safety, and quality of life. Be proactive in providing the care and support they need.

Hypnotic Holiday Self-Care Solutions

Amidst the whirlwind of festivities, integrating hypnotherapy into your self-care regime can be a transformative holiday gift. Through guided sessions, it unlocks the mind’s potential, fostering resilience and aiding in overcoming obstacles. Embracing hypnotherapy during this time cultivates a deeper connection with oneself, facilitating a sense of calm amidst the seasonal hustle. As the new year beckons, it’s an invaluable tool for setting intentions and embracing positive change. Incorporating hypnotherapy not only enhances the holiday experience but lays a foundation for a rejuvenated, empowered journey into the new year.

Enjoy a Merry Christmas & a Gluten-Free New Year!

Make your holiday meals extra special with Amanda Lynn Gluten Free (ALGF) Perogies, which are now available at select Sobeys, Safeway, and IGA stores! Easy to cook and guaranteed not to fall apart, these perogies bring joy back to gluten-free dining. The ALGF team has been proudly crafting delicious options for over 10 years in their dedicated gluten- and nut-free facility, offering solutions for most allergens and lifestyles. With four flavourful varieties and even a 12″ thin-crust pizza dough for Boxing Day or New Year’s, ALGF helps everyone eat well and enjoy every bite – gluten-free and full of flavour!