In 2007, I was in the fight of my life—one that reshaped everything I thought I knew about health, medicine, and the incredible power of the microbiome. It all began with a bout of Campylobacter jejuni food poisoning. I was hospitalized with infectious colitis, facing relentless gastrointestinal distress, dehydration,
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I have a personal story to share. It’s uncanny how life seems to bring me challenges—whether through my own health or that of someone I love—that reinforce my passion for preventative health. I’ve come to realize: this is my calling. My lived experience, coupled with my
In a world where wellness trends come and go, it’s refreshing to find something that feels both rooted in science and easy to incorporate into daily life. If you’re someone who’s focused on prevention, vitality, and aging well- reading this blog and learning about X-39 might be
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April 6th marks a huge milestone—Wallis for Wellness's 33rd anniversary! 🙌 What an amazing journey it’s been, and I am beyond grateful for the experiences, lessons, and people who have been a part of this journey. From day one, my vision has always been to create a
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Have you ever felt like everything you thought you knew about yourself and the world has been turned upside down? I see this a lot in my coaching practice – wonderful people feeling completely overwhelmed by major life events, or sometimes just a cascade of small things that pile up until
April 6th marks a huge milestone—Wallis for Wellness's 33rd anniversary! 🙌 What an amazing journey it’s been, and I am beyond grateful for the experiences, lessons, and people who have been a part of this journey. From day one, my vision has always been to create a
Are you feeling uncertain about the physical and emotional changes that Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause (GSM) can bring? You’re not alone. This week, I sat down with physiotherapist Nicole Watson, a specialist in women's health from Eramosa Physiotherapy Associates, to dive into the realities of GSM and
Perimenopause and menopause are having a moment in the media and I am thrilled to see it. It is LONG overdue but welcomed just the same. A decade ago, as I sat across from yet another doctor and poured my heart out about the way I had been feeling for
Introducing the transformative "5-Step Resilience Roadmap." This roadmap is designed to help anyone navigate through the complexities of grief, loss, and various life challenges. Here at The Resilience Company, we are dedicated to providing effective, affordable tools to support individuals and families on this journey, with our flagship
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While grief is a natural part of our life experience, it is also the most neglected and misunderstood experience by both grievers and those around them alike. In our society we’ve been taught how to acquire things, but no one teaches us what to do when we lose the
It’s easy to feel stuck in a loop where stress robs us of sleep, and then lack of sleep makes our stress even worse. If you’ve ever felt that tension in your body, that overwhelming sense that you just can’t catch a break, I hear you. This
BREATHWORK and learning to BREATHE is a wonderful tool in our toolbox for life. Bumble Bee Breathing is one technique to help with: -calming your mind -stress & anxiety -focus & concentration -headaches -insomnia -a tickle in your throat And so many other wonderful benefits. Try it out for as
Grief is the powerful mass of emotions we can feel after we have a significant loss. It is a full body experience that can manifest in a variety of ways and impact us on every level. Moving through grief require us to slow down, to be more kind and compassionate
Grief is the normal and natural reaction to a loss of any kind. Grief is also ALL the conflicting emotions caused by the end of, or change in, a familiar pattern of behaviour. When we take these two definitions into account, what time of life has more shifts, changes and
Have you noticed that music is becoming less common in schools? Where pianos were once a staple in kindergarten classrooms, they are now rare, and as students progress, music education is increasingly absent from the curriculum. This decline might suggest that music is not essential—but nothing could be further
Parenthood is a journey filled with love, growth, and deep connection—but it can also feel overwhelming, unsteady, and exhausting. Between sleepless nights, emotional highs and lows, and the constant pull of responsibilities, many parents find themselves feeling ungrounded, as if they are moving through life on autopilot. My podcast
Boundaries create a better workplace experience for you and your co-workers and are important to increase work productivity and satisfaction and establish a healthy work–life balance. They can also help establish a realistic workload, minimize the risk of burnout and lower job-related stress. There are different types of boundaries
Winter often brings with it a desire to curl up indoors and hibernate until spring. However, resisting this urge and staying active during the colder months is crucial for both physical and mental well-being. Here are some creative and practical ways to keep moving, embrace the winter season, and emerge
Whether you’re new to thinking about your bone health or have been focused on it for years, it’s always a good idea to take stock of the efforts made to support ourselves throughout our entire healthspan. February is a month that can be associated with “the blues”, but
Have you ever noticed how a simple walk can shift your entire mood? Or how dancing in your kitchen can suddenly make everything feel lighter? There's magic in movement that goes far beyond just exercise, and today I'm excited to share something that could transform how
Aging is a natural part of life, but growing older doesn't have to mean losing independence. Staying active and engaged as we age is crucial for maintaining quality of life and the ability to live comfortably in our own homes. Explore science-backed strategies and lifestyle changes that empower