Q: What’s the best colour to wear so I don’t get hit by a car when I’m out walking or cycling at night?
A: Recent research suggests that while bright or reflective material aids visibility to some extent, drivers may notice biological motion even more readily. So if you’re to utilize lights or reflective material on your moving limbs, you’ll likely be somewhat safer no matter what colour you’re using. And if you’re a driver struggling with your vision, come see us for your regular eye exam!
Have you been stuck in the cycle of using ‘New Year, New Me’ as motivation to improve your health and fitness, and you start out strong but quickly taper off when life’s challenges get in the way? This year, imagine a version of ‘New Me’ that doesn’t fade by February. A version fueled by accountability, personalized support, and a program built around your real life to give you long term results. This January, choose progress with purpose. Choose confidence that shows. Choose a program that turns ‘New Year, New Me’ into a reality that lasts. Your best year begins the moment you do. Let’s make it happen.
Helping children understand and manage their emotions is one of the strongest protective factors for lifelong wellbeing. When kids learn healthy regulation skills, they build resilience, strengthen relationships, and improve their overall mental health. Parents play a vital role—practicing strategies at home, noticing early signs of distress, and creating consistent routines. Mindfulness, yoga, sensory activities, music, and positive self-talk can all support emotional awareness and calm. Because every child’s needs are unique, setbacks are normal, and progress varies. When challenges arise, therapy can offer individualized tools to support both children and their caregivers in building confidence and emotional balance.
2 c oats; 1 c vanilla protein powder; 1 tsp baking powder; 1/4 tsp salt; 1/4 cup stevia; 1/2 c + 2 tbsp melted butter; 2 eggs; 1 tsp vanilla. Preheat oven to 350°F. In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups oats, 1 cup protein powder, 1 tsp baking powder, ¼ tsp salt, and ¼ cup stevia. Mix well. Next, add in ½ cup + 2 tbsp of melted butter, 2 eggs, 1 tsp vanilla. Roll into 12 equal-sized balls and press flat on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes. Enjoy!
Transforming Self-Sabotage into Self-Mastery by Brianna Wiest. Explores how conflicting inner needs create self-sabotage and resistance to change. By understanding our patterns, building emotional intelligence, and releasing past experiences, we learn to stop blocking our own progress. The book teaches us to act as our higher future selves so we can move toward our true potential.
Your body often signals when it needs a reset. Vertigo, disturbed sleep, and forgetfulness are not random; they can reflect an overwhelmed or reorganizing nervous system. When you carry too much, balance and clarity fade. A reboot helps your body settle, release what it has been holding, and return to steady ground. If you feel scattered or unsteady, you are not alone, because your system is asking for support. My work focuses on guiding people back to ease, presence, and stability by helping the nervous system find its natural rhythm again. Supporting wellness in community for more than thirty years.
Winter weather means snow…and shoveling. It can be excellent exercise, but poor form quickly leads to strain or injury. Start with a short warm-up of light movement or stretching to prep your muscles. When lifting snow, bend at your knees instead of your back and keep the shovel close to your body. Turn your whole body rather than twisting at the waist and take breaks every 10-15 minutes to prevent overexertion. A lightweight, ergonomic shovel can make the job easier, and pushing snow is safer than lifting it. If soreness sets in afterward, consider scheduling a therapy session. Stay safe and warm!
Insomnia, or difficulty falling or staying asleep, affects many people and can impact mood, focus, and overall health. One natural approach to improving sleep is melatonin—a hormone the body produces to regulate the sleep-wake cycle. Melatonin levels typically rise in the evening to signal bedtime and decrease in the morning. For some, especially shift workers or older adults, melatonin supplements can help reset sleep patterns. However, it’s important to use them wisely and consult a healthcare provider before starting. Creating a relaxing bedtime routine, reducing screen time, and maintaining a regular schedule can also support better sleep naturally.
Adjusting to new dentures—whether full or partial—can sometimes affect your speech temporarily. This adjustment period typically lasts a few days but may extend to a few weeks in some cases. The tongue, like other muscles in the body, has “memory” and may need time to adapt to its new environment. As you speak or read aloud, your tongue will gradually become accustomed to the changes in thickness, the acrylic material, the frame (in the case of partial dentures), and the placement and size of the teeth. With practice, your speech should return to normal. If speech difficulties persist beyond a few weeks, be sure to contact your denturist for assistance.
Are you affected by a general feeling of being unwell? Do you suffer from low energy, aches and pains, poor concentration, or EMF toxicity, to name a few? Factors such as inadequate nutritional intake, toxins, chemicals, processed foods, and EMF’s can control gene expression and may affect tissue healing, functioning, and repair. The Cell-Wellbeing Epigenetic Hair Follicle Analysis uses genetic mapping technology to assess and identify 9 influencing factors that may impact your health. Your personalized report will recommend specific dietary changes, nutritional supplementation, and practical solutions for reducing the effects of environmental factors. This information will allow you to transform your health at the deepest levels.
Something about leaving an old year behind and looking ahead at the clean slate of a new one inspires most of us to try our best to reach our goals. We think about making lasting positive changes in our lives, and we do it with hope and enthusiasm. If you’re planning to start the new year without a cigarette in your hand, but have had no luck sticking with past New Year’s resolutions, consider laser therapy. Laser therapy can help to control cravings and withdrawal symptoms. In clinical studies, patients report a noticeable reduction in cravings, and have a higher chance of success in quitting.
