Part of our SchoolofCT goes green initiative. Return to real food and make the world a better place. As we learn more about how we impact the earth by our behaviors, we can become easily overburdened with the self-imposed responsibility of being an ‘eco-warrior!’ At SchoolofCT we focus on sharing useful information to help you […]
Continue ReadingThe Habit of Happiness
It is a few days into 2009, and already many of us have broken some of our New Year’s Resolutions. Each year, many of us see or feel January as a “new beginning”, a time to make a clean start. So, we decide to go on a diet, go on a cleanse, begin an exercise […]
Continue ReadingHealthy Options during Barbecue Season
One of my favourite things to do is spend time with good friends and family. As barbecue season is in full force, you can often find us sharing stories and laughter in the back yard while someone mans the barbecue. I normally get out of that duty myself, as my barbecue skills are somewhat limited. […]
Continue ReadingLove, Comfort and Food
When we are feeling stressed or anxious or sometimes just numb, we often reach for food as a way to comfort ourselves. Does this sound familiar? The familiarity and comfort of eating may bring a sensation of temporary peace, but the side effects can be disastrous, including: Obesity Addictive behaviors Eating disorders Bloating Cramping Depression […]
Continue ReadingEasy Ways to Improve Energy This Spring
As we enter March I start to think of the Spring coming and the idea of Spring Cleaning comes to mind. Not only do we get to Spring clean our homes, I think of Spring cleaning my holistic self, that is body, mind, spirit and emotions. And that’s how to Improve Energy. One way I […]
Continue ReadingBaby, It’s Cold Outside!
It’s certainly chilly in the Northern Hemisphere in November, December, January + February! How many of us are hiding our winter extra layer of insulation under extra layers of clothing? Baby, it’s Cold Outside I know that for many years, and especially during the late winter months, I certainly had a tendency to hide under […]
Continue ReadingAre You Ready to Live the Life You Have Always Wanted?
Happy New Year! It’s that time of year when many of us begin to think about making changes to our diet as we head into the New Year. New Year often begins for many of us by taking a look at our lives and making self-contracts to improve our lifestyles. This can be particularly true […]
Continue ReadingUsing Complementary Therapy as Personalized Health Care
Many moons ago, I wrote a piece for a Canadian Government Guide to Health Care. Although listed under ‘Palliative’ Services, it’s applicable to all. So, I’m sharing with the intent that you enjoy and ponder how and when Complementary Therapies can enhance your own health care. Introduction to Complementary Therapies Palliative Care and Complementary Therapy […]
Continue Reading3 Steps to Instant Weight Loss + Increased Energy
Well, it’s that time of year again. As the sun begins to appear on a more regular basis each day we start to shed our layers of clothing. And often what we find underneath has us looking forward to winter days and sweaters again! If you have gained a few pounds over the winter months […]
Continue ReadingThe Perfect Cuppa…Feeling Good and Looking Good With Tea
More info from Feeling Absolutely Fabulous Remember Peter Rabbit? After a day pilfering the farmer’s cabbages, Peter had a tummy-ache. So, what did his mum do? She gave him a nice cup of chamomile tea, and sent him to bed. Well, this remedy works for people as well as rabbits! So, did you know that […]
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