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December 2016 – Spiritual Survival for the Holiday season
Holiday preparations, socializing and trying to keep up with the demands of your job and family can leave you feeling overwhelmed and stressed out at this time of year. While the holidays are a time to enjoy family and friends, it’s also important to take care of yourself. Here are […]
November 2016 – Appreciating Others
Each conversation is an opportunity to connect to the uniqueness of a human being. The purpose of this practice is to connect with people throughout the day in an open and appreciative manner and to see what this experience is like for you. The next time you’re in a conversation […]
October 19 to December 7 at the Trauma Healing Center
I’m pleased to announce a new partnership with the Ottawa location of the Trauma Healing Center. This 8 week program of trauma-sensitive yoga and iRest guided meditation is designed to alleviate the symptoms of post-traumatic stress and increase the resilience of critical task performers working in high stress environments. Classes are […]
October 21 – Balancing on the Waves is Back
Do the work you love and be well doing it. You are invited to this day retreat in beautiful Wakefield Quebec. Take time to reconnect with your purpose & inner resilience. This retreat is designed for helping professionals & first responders working with trauma. Renew & refresh in a natural […]
October 2016 – Gratitude
In Canada we celebrate Thanks Giving in October, as this is when our harvest takes place. While few of us may actually be involved in harvesting the crops of the summer, it is a lovely time of year to take stock of the things for which we are truly grateful. One […]
September 2016 – Restorative Yoga & Meditation
Discover stillness. You are invited to join me on September 24 at Chateau Aylmer in Gatineau Quebec. Give yourself the ultimate gift of self-care with Restorative Yoga and iRest Guided Meditation. From 1:45 to 3:00, you’re invited to experience the healing powers of these practices feeling fully held as you […]
August 2016 – More Benefits of Yoga
This month I have a couple of recent studies into the benefits of yoga: one on brain health and the other on PTSD. A recent study published in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease in May 2016 found that a combination of yoga and meditation was as effective as brain training […]
July 2016 – Thought for the month
I love my work and I am continually inspired by the thoughtfulness my clients put into their work with me whether it be coaching, yoga or meditation. And to stay truly connected to what matters in my life, which includes everyone with whom I come in contact, I take the […]
June 2016 – Get Your Glow On
This month I invited my good friend Lori Chamberland to write a “guest blog”. Lori has been practicing relaxation techniques since about 1985 and has a long list of credentials to support her work. Please check her out at www.balancerelaxationtherapy.com . I hope you enjoy this post & the terrific resources […]
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