There is a sense of being grounded and refreshed when the first green sprouts of the season arrive in our forests and gardens. The multi-tonal hues from lime to seaweed
Reflections on Self-Care, Self-Compassion and Kindness
Self-care practice isn’t about trying to throw ourselves away and become something better. It’s about befriending who we are already. — Pema Chödrön, “Nothing to (Im)prove” Most of us
Why exercise in the middle of a pandemic?
The benefits of regular exercise are well-established, and of those, stress relief, immune support and benefits for sleep and mental health feel especially relevant right now. Our response to these
Jeanne’s Journey of Health
Today, during this time of COVID-19, I find InspireHealth’s online classes help me stay in shape, work on my physical problems and limitations and, very importantly, to reconnect with others
An Invitation to Breathe
“Breathing in, I calm body and mind. Breathing out, I smile. Dwelling in the present moment I know this is the only moment.”- Thich Nhat Hanh The average person takes
The Importance of Hydration for Body, Mind and Emotional Health and Well-Being
The Importance of Hydration for Body, Mind and Emotional Health and Well-Being What is the medical definition of ‘hydration’? Merriam-Webster’s Medical Definition of hydration includes: 1: the act or process of combining or
Team Spotlight: Team L.T.K. Live to be Kind
Athena Chu, cancer survivor and team captain of Team L.T.K. Live to be Kind, is taking part in her fourth Rain Walk this year. She and her fellow cancer survivors
Quieting the Mind
“Learn to get in touch with the silence within yourself…” Elizabeth Kubler-Ross, MD Our mind has multiple facets. Our mind can function as a friend, kind companion and guide in
Exercise in the New Year
January is often considered a time to reset and to consider supporting our health with lifestyle measures that are within our control. For some of us, this may mean prioritizing
Charles’ Story of Hope
Being newly diagnosed with cancer turned my world upside down. What was up is now down, what was left is now right. I live in North Vancouver with my wife,
