The holidays are coming, with candy, Christmas cookies, and fancy drinks. Go ahead and indulge in the delicious foods of the season in moderation while still following good dental hygiene. *Don’t brush your teeth right after you eat. The acids in foods can weaken your enamel if you brush too soon. By waiting 30 minutes, your saliva will neutralize some of the acid. *Watch your sugar intake. Too much sugar can negatively affect the PH of your saliva, which helps keep your teeth and gums healthy. *Be sure to brush and floss regularly. Happy Holidays!

Motivation can change anything. When we are motivated, we feel empowered and driven to take action. It helps us set clear goals, develop actionable plans, and stay focused on achieving them. Motivate Me provides personalized support to help you reduce and quit tobacco, vaping and nicotine products through one-on-one and group support. We will empower you with the mindset, tools and encouragement you need to succeed. Programs are tailored to meet the needs of each specific individual and group. It’s time to change how you think about nicotine. Let’s get started.

This year, skip the usual gifts and give something truly meaningful—movement, strength, and peace of mind. A Pilates gift card is more than a present; it’s an invitation to feel good, reduce stress, and build confidence from the inside out. Whether for a loved one new to Pilates or a seasoned mover looking to refresh their practice, it’s the perfect way to show you care. At Return to Form, our personalized approach helps everybody move better, feel stronger, and live with more ease. Give wellness. Give Pilates. Visit our website to purchase your holiday gift card today.

Feeling stressed this holiday season? Between shopping, rising prices, and family commitments, it’s easy to lose yourself in the rush. Without time to recharge, our energy burns out, and the joy fades. This year, try one simple practice: choose one activity that restores you and make it a daily non-negotiable. Keep it simple and accessible—just 10 minutes a day to write, stretch, sing, meditate, or move your body. This small commitment signals to your mind and body that you matter, helping to calm your nervous system and renew your energy so you can truly enjoy the holidays.

The holidays are an exciting and happy time of year for many. While we are celebrating Christmas with close friends and family, others may be apart from loved ones and feeling lonely and isolated. If you know of anyone experiencing this, please reach out to them. It can be as simple as a check-in with cookies, conversation spent over a cup of coffee, or a gift left at their door. Little gestures can make a big difference to make them feel remembered and cared for. We wish you all a Merry Christmas and a happy holiday season.

The thought of downsizing can be very frightening. Here is a checklist that can make the task less daunting: *Create a plan—decide on a moving date, hire help, and decide what you can’t live without. *Organize future floor space—measure your future home and your furniture to make sure it will fit. *Tackle smaller areas first. *Get rid of unwanted items—host a yard sale, donate, recycle, or give them away. *Move larger areas—organize kitchens, bathrooms, and bedrooms. *Prepare moving paperwork—contact utility services, update billing address, and notify the post office of the change of address. Visit our website for more information.

It is winter and bitterly cold. Jason Gregory sits in a modest hotel room. He is there because the last living member of his family, his sister, has died. Enter the fascinating dreamscape drama of this world premiere production of “A Baker’s Dozen”, written by local Nanaimo playwright Ward Norcutt. Join us on the journey into Jason’s mind as the voices of his family inundate him, played out before you. This living, breathing family drama dives into the ties of family bonds and the stakes and curses, both real and imagined, that will leave you moved to the core.