May 13: 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM. Midlife Makeover: Menopause, Cancer Screening, and Pelvic Health. Crown Isle Resort & Golf Community. Come join Drs. Aaron Kennedy, Elizabeth Thompson, Alexandra Bascom, and Pelvic Floor Physiotherapist Shannon Lawrence, for a fun and informative event diving into menopause, sexual function, and cancer screening. Tickets and more information on Eventbrite.com.
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Empowerment Begins With Love
Mother’s Day is a celebration of transformation and the nurturing spirit that shapes lives. At Make a Wave, we honor this day by empowering individuals to embrace their full potential. Just as mothers guide their children through challenges, we help you overcome limiting beliefs and create your best life. Through counseling, NLP, life coaching, and energetic experiences, we support you in building a brighter future. Celebrate the transformative power of love this Mother’s Day and take the first step toward change. Book with us today to build your best life!
Laughter is the Best Medicine
I asked a supermarket employee where they kept the canned peaches. He said, “I’ll see,” & walked away. I asked another & he also said, “I’ll see,” & walked away. In the end, I gave up & found them myself in Aisle C.
Words To Live By
“If life was always predictable there would be no room for new adventures and surprises. Be open to all possibilities today, knowing that no matter what road life presents to you, it has always got your back.” – Keith Macpherson
Words To Live By
“Those that are fully present in the moment will receive all the guidance needed to navigate through their life.” – Keith Macpherson
Wellness Expo Courtenay
Join Us Saturday April 26 -> www.wellness.news/expocourtenay
Clean Eating Recipe
Healthy Detox Salad. Roast 3 cups cubed butternut squash with 1 tbsp olive oil, ¼ tsp turmeric, ¼ tsp cumin, salt, and pepper at 425°F (220°C) for 25 minutes, stirring halfway. Whisk ¼ cup grapeseed oil, ¼ cup apple cider vinegar, 2 tbsp Greek yogurt, 1 tbsp maple syrup, and 1 minced shallot for dressing. Toss 1 bunch kale, 1 pint Brussels sprouts, roasted squash, and 1 oz. toasted pumpkin seeds. Drizzle with dressing, mix, then fold in 1 diced avocado.
Wellness Book Club
The Complete IBS Health and Diet Guide: Includes Nutrition Information, Meal Plans and Over 100 Recipes for Irritable Bowel Syndrome by Dr. Maitreyi Raman MD MSc FRCPC, Angela Sirounis BSc RD, Jennifer Shrubsole BSc RD. This comprehensive book provides all the current information on the disorder’s possible underlying causes as well as its symptoms, clinical features and effective treatments and therapies, including both complementary and non-drug therapies.
Living Without Regret
Holding onto regret is like dragging around the weight of the past wherever you go. It drains our energy and makes us less available for living life tin the present because we are constantly looking behind us to the past. When we continue to feed this endless pattern, it weighs us down. When we can choose to move into applying what we have learned instead of becoming stuck, we transfer our energy into something constructive and creative that gives us back our life force and sets us free. Regret when released becomes a learning that allows us to grow.
Wellness Expo April 26 FREE to Attend
Wellnessnews Choices for Healthy Living® is thrilled to present the 1st Annual Wellness Expo on April 26 at Filberg Centre in Courtenay. The Expo is FREE to attend. It will be a day to explore various approaches to health, nutrition, fitness, and overall well-being. Explore, transform, escape, and shop! In support of the Senior Support North Vancouver Island. Check the Wellness Expo website for a list of exhibitors, presentations, and door prizes.
Pet Dental Health
White Fang Dental offers non-sedation, ultrasonic dental cleaning for pets, providing white smiles, fresh breath, and improved health. Our dental specialist, Nataliia Lishchinska, brings over 25 years of experience as a Veterinarian specializing in pet dentistry in Ukraine. From complex surgeries to thousands of ultrasonic cleanings, Nataliia has the expertise to safely clean your pet’s teeth. Her gentle approach and calm energy help put pets at ease during their cleaning. Affordable dental care without the risks of anesthesia.
