BetterSleep
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
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
GriefSupport
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
childdevelopment
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
mindfulparenting
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
WorkplaceWellness
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
winterfitness
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
mindbodyconnection
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
healthyaging
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
Men’s health is at a crisis point, with metabolic disease, musculoskeletal degeneration, and cognitive decline reaching epidemic proportions. The modern man is caught in the crossfire of sedentary living, poor nutrition, and chronic stress, leading to a decline in quality of life and longevity. However, the Maverick Health Hero
Men often have greater difficulty coping with grief and loss compared to women due to a combination of societal, cultural, and behavioural factors. Having worked in law enforcement for the first eighteen years of my working life, I have a deep respect and affection for men. I’ve seen them
fascia stretch therapy
I'm a Level 4 & Sport Fascia Stretch Specialist certified through The Stretch to Win® Institute in Arizona. I've been practicing this therapy for 11 years. Fascia Stretch Therapy™ (FST) has been around since October 2000. Yet many people have never heard of it, let alone
parentingsupport
When your parenting "Spidey sense" tells you something is wrong, it’s natural to search for answers online. But before you know it, you’ve spiralled down a rabbit hole of conflicting opinions, personal anecdotes, and fear-based information. This approach—waiting and seeing while anxiously consuming information—helps
Hi there! I’m Dr. Kathy, and as we celebrate Preventative Health Awareness Month (PHAM) this February, I want to take a moment to talk about something near and dear to my heart—movement and chiropractic care. As a lifelong runner, my love affair with movement began in high school.