σωφροσύνη (n.) a healthy state of mind, characterized by self-control, moderation, and a deep awareness of one’s true self, and resulting in true happiness.
Due to unforeseen circumstances, I have a bit of a change & adjustments to the in-person Anxiety Workshops coming up!! But don't worry, I'm not canceling- I'm actually hoping to make it more accessible for everyone!.. With the weather sadly getting a bit worse.. and road conditions getting a bit scarier to drive.. and gas …
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This vitamin totally fascinated me when I was in school studying to become a Holistic Nutritionist. Why? Because I had no idea how crucial of a role it played in directing calcium safely into our bones! And THIS is a big thing to be aware of when we are starting to age and if we …
With all of these shipping delays, crazy weather storms and scary road conditions, it's feeling pretty good and safe to stay & shop local this holiday season! This year, I have something for everyone! From stocking stuffers to full on holiday gift boxes and more. Choose from some of my favourite go-tos in the kitchen …
We ALL have been through a lot this year. We ALL could use a little extra support (and nourishment).. Which is WHY I've decided to EXTEND the annual meal prep sale until THE END OF THE YEAR- FOR THIS YEAR ONLY!! ...and in case people were wondering, I work ALL OVER VANCOUVER ISLAND! Right now, …
Here are my favourite tips/tricks for buying, eating, shopping and sourcing all of your food as locally as possible; YEAR ROUND!! We are so blessed and abundant here on Vancouver Island but also in BC in general! With everything taking soo long to ship and prices going up in grocery stores, it just makes sense …
This is 10+ years of personal self discovery, trial & error and yah, a little formal education thrown in there as well 😉 My journey with anxiety started at a young age; I remember my first anxiety attack was somewhere around gr 4 or 5. What I didn’t find out until I was in my …
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Build-A-Box lets you customize your own Gift Boxes - for yourself or a loved one! Create your custom gift box by choosing from a variety of... HERBAL TEAS A variety of organic herbal tea blends to help with sleep, anxiety, stress, soothing & nourishing alternatives to coffee, etc. ESSENTIAL OILS A variety of essential oil …
That time of year! Do you have an abundance of Apples... and maybe cranberries?! Here are a few tips & tricks with a couple of recipes to use them up! APPLE BENEFITS HIGH in fibre- but leave the skin on for added fibre/nutrients! Most of the valuable nutrients in food can actually be found in …
Vitamin E, also known as 'tocopherols' or 'tocotrienols,' is a fat-soluble vitamin that is made up of - you guessed it! Tocopherols and tocotrienols. Being deficient in Vitamin E is pretty rare, but it is usually associated with issues digesting dietary fat rather than from a diet low in Vitamin E! Let's look a bit …
Join Heidi for a weekly mindfulness practice to help get in touch with your body by supporting the nervous system and optimal digestive function during this transition season. For the month of November we will practice and discuss nourishing ways to bring mindfulness and awareness back to the body. Emphasizing on the gut-brain connection and ways …
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