In late September I decided it was time for a coffee break. As in no more; I quit. I didn't start drinking coffee until my early 30's. My partner at the time kept urging me to try it. When we started triathlon training, I decided a latte for a pre-workout boost might work. It did, and in no time I was hardcore - no milk or sugar for me; I'll take it black, ...
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My Day of Mindfulness
Friday the 13th is often considered unlucky; this past one was most fortunate for me. I participated in a full day Mindfulness Core Concepts workshop. It's part of the health professionals program at the Centre for Mindfulness Studies. What an enlightening day! My introduction to meditation was as a kid. My unconventional father took our entire family to ...
Gravitate Toward the Good – Ann Douglas
Sure, you want to be aware of what's happening in the world, but that doesn't mean that you have to be plugged into your Twitter or Facebook feed 24/7. Give yourself permission to take breaks. And aim for a balanced media diet. Don't just focus on the really bad news. Gravitate toward the good, too. ~ Ann Douglas I've cut way back on social media this year. It ...
Walking the Footpath to Better Health
Get outside, go for a walk and take your shoes off! One of my favourite destinations to combine all three is the Jenna K. Morrison Reflexology Footpath in Dufferin Grove Park. (You can read more about the history and design of the footpath in this article.) It's an opportunity for urban feet to enjoy a change of pace from flat concrete. Walking the infinity ...
Your Pelvic Floor & Whole Body Health
I just got back from my great-niece’s first birthday party in Ottawa. I adore her! It seems she's inherited my passion for hands-on helping. Future osteopath? I find the drive tedious, so we decided to take the train. An opportunity to view the brilliant fall colours and catch up on reading. Sadly, Via Rail’s new seats are bum-numbingly uncomfortable. ...
Get Outside – For Your Body and Your Brain
"A city within a park." – Toronto's slogan that appears in many places, including the small park at the end of my street. Thirteen percent of our city is parkland, yet I find it difficult to feel truly connected to nature without making an effort. Maybe because most of my daily walking destinations are along concrete sidewalks. I make a point of finding green ...