Relieve Stress with a Healthy Home
Home is a symbol that stretches in many directions. “Home is where the heart is.” “Home sweet home.” “There’s no place like home.” “You can’t go home again.” But more than that, it’s a physical location that captures the intangible aspects of our lives, and in a very concrete way – often without our realizing … Continue →
When office meets home
“It takes struggle, a goal and enthusiasm to make a champion.” That quote is from a man named Normal Vincent Peale, author of the book “The Power of Positive Thinking”. It’s a good recipe he’s created, mixing challenge with ambition. But I’d like to suggest an addition: “It takes struggle, a goal, and enthusiasm to … Continue →
New Years, A Time For Reflection
CLICK TITLE TO READ ARTICLE One thing is certain in this life and that is that time marches on, no matter the circumstances. And here we are with another new year to contemplate. Take time to look back on the year just completed...More..
The Gift of Giving
CLICK TITLE TO READ ARTICLE When I was a young boy, Christmas was a magical time. Santa Claus, special church services, spiced smells, wonderful food and everyone in a happy mood. It was a festive time in our home. What wasn’t there to like? But then, one year (and out of the blue in my young world) my mom told me I had to give everyone a present...More..
Hectic Holidays
CLICK TITLE TO READ ARTICLE The buzz is in the air. People are feeling good. Well, some people. Others are feeling stressed. The holidays offer a mixed bag of experiences ranging from shopping, family, eating, sharing, parties, laughing, crying, wrapping, unwrapping, and, OH, so much more. How about we find the purpose...More..
That Gut Feeling
Last May my daughter was married. I was just sorting through a pile of papers beside my desk and found her wedding programme; on the back there is a quote by Lord Byron: “There is no instinct like that of the heart.” Which I have to say was very true for my daughter. She met … Continue →
The Body Instinct
CLICK ABOVE TITLE TO READ MORE. Our body acts on instinct. If there’s a flash, we blink. If we’re startled, we jump. If something’s hot, we drop it. Yes, we can control our instincts to a certain degree – but isn’t it interesting how we’ve developed systems that are meant for immediate protection, often before thoughts even reach the brain?
Wake Up Moments
CLICK ABOVE TITLE TO READ MORE. We want to help the good vibes continue, so let’s get sharing! Whether it was the treatments, the dancing, the hot seats, the goal setting, or your own ‘ah ha’ realization, this past weekend was filled with great moments. Sitting down with Dr. Tony and Dr. Marcelle, I asked them what impressed them most about this latest Ultimate Wake Up. Dr. Tony – having just insisted this was their best workshop yet – went into his reasons why . . .
Thank Goodness for Mentors
CLICK ABOVE TITLE TO READ MORE: Thank Goodness for mentors. I don’t know your viewpoint, but for me having a mentor has helped my career take off. What is a mentor? Well, on a deeper level it’s like having a coach. And with both cases, coaching and mentoring, there are differences between good influences and “not so good” influences . . .
Your Time for Change?
CLICK ARTICLE TITLE TO READ MORE: The seasons are changing. Leaves are falling and the air is becoming crisp. What else is changing in your life? Do you have a sense of purpose, and where are you now with that? What’s your next turn? Like The Byrds suggest – everything has its time and place. Life isn’t stagnant. Whether it moves from our own initiative or outside forces, the world will turn, seasons will change, and so will you . . .