What is Mindfulness?
A technique? A technology? A lifestyle choice? A therapy? Arguably all these things – so no wonder many people are confused about what it is and whether it’s worth pursuing. But people are pursuing it. We find mindfulness at universities, elementary schools, hospitals, and government institutions.
A contemporary definition of mindfulness describes it as a technique, not affiliated with religion (i.e. secular), used to reduce “negative experiences”, such as those related to stress, pain, depression, anxiety, or chronic illness. It’s described as a method to cultivate our focus on the present moment – and after days of scheduling, planning ahead, trying to recall details of the past, how could this not be a welcome relief?! Contemporary mindfulness is also about meeting our experience in the present with openness, curiosity, and kindness.
Many people still assume that electromagnetic fields (EMFs) emitted by their devices (cell phones, computers and ipads, etc.) are completely harmless. This conventional believe persists despite thousands of research studies that identify EMFs as an obstacle to the body’s natural repair mechanisms.
If you’re feeling more anxiety than usual right now, you’re not alone. Many of our clients are reporting feelings of anxiety that interfere with relationships, work, and sleep. It’s a natural and common response to this pandemic and the uncertainty that comes with it. It’s further amplified when our stress-relieving activities like social gatherings and weekend getaways, are not options. Here are some activities, approaches, and natural health supplements that might help you get through the next few months with less anxiety, more energy, and a greater appreciation for our inherent human resiliency and adaptability.
These gluten-free biscuits continue to be one of our favourite family treats! They take about 5 minutes to prepare, are really forgiving with measurements, and the clean-up is pretty quick too. 
Our bodies are designed to heal. When acute pain becomes chronic, we know other factors are at play. Chronic pain is a complex condition often involving the immune system (e.g. inflammation), the nervous system (e.g. the brain and neurotransmitters), and endocrine system (e.g. stress hormones). An integrative approach investigates each of these systems and your environment for obstacles to the body’s healing process. Consider each one of these in turn, review our website for resources, and ask us for additional support if needed. 
These days, when uncertainty and change define our practice, it’s important that healthcare providers work together and offer each other a supportive environment. Our team is working hard to accommodate our patient load, but we need help! We’re waiting for the right regulated health professional to 
How Much Pressure is your Immune System Under Right Now?
True or False: In healthy people, the heart rate should be stable and consistent, like a metronome.
For acute pain, such as from injuries or after surgery, the answer seems simple: Take pain meds when you have pain! But if you knew that this strategy could prolong your healing by a few days or weeks, would you do it? 
It’s happening! Regulated health professionals have been given the green light for slowly reinstating in-person appointments. 