| Publisher's Message ~ December 2011 Issue |
Wishing all our 5,000 OK in Health members a wonderful and relaxing
festive holiday, full of fun, joy, peace, and laughter.
We hope this eMagazine finds you in good spirits!
During or after the holidays may be a lovely time to go for a massage or a healing treatment.
You might consider a reflexology treatment, or one of the other many suggestions you will find on the wellness directory listings on the OK In Health eMagazine & website.
Here’s a thought! Why not treat yourself to a ' not too taxing' workshop and be part of a group; be among people in a relaxed easy-going gathering.
Alternatively, you may just like to read of some of the interesting articles on the website – perhaps be tempted to try out some of the recipes listed while you have some extra time at hand.
In other words, perhaps its time to pamper yourself a little over the holidays, before having to get back to your busy lives!
So do take a moment and come visit the OK in Health eMagazine - explore the many suggestions and have yourself a good read! Finally! Finding an original and unique gift can be hard at times – see below for some gift ideas!.
Wishing you all a heart-warming festive season from the OK In Health team
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Chilled Thai Melon ~ Raw Soup
Description:
Following is an example of eating a chilled raw soup, which will actually create some substantial heat inside your body…made possible by the addition of hot chile sauces.
Honeydew melons have similar nutritional benefits of summer and winter squash. Honeydew melons are low in calories and high in their water content. They provide an excellent source of vitamin C and are also a very good source of potassium, copper, and B vitamins (including thiamine, niacin, B6, and pantothenic acid).
Due to their high water content and combination with potassium, honeydew melons are helpful in maintaining healthy blood pressure levels. They also provide several key nutrients that are particularly beneficial for healthy skin.
Curried Quinoa Lentil Salad
Description:
This is a great lunch or dinner side dish, full of protein and vegetables. Lentils are loaded with fiber, folate, iron, protein, and other vitamins and minerals, lentils are a nutritional fountain of youth. Researchers who studied the elderly found that eating these earthy-tasting seeds (and other legumes) is the single most important dietary factor in longevity. When it comes to fiber, a mere half cup of lentils provides around a third of your daily requirements. Whether you purchase lentils prepackaged or in bulk, look for those that appear largely unbroken (bags with broken lentils appear "dusty") and when you get home, don't mix newly purchased lentils with older ones; the older they are, the longer they take to cook. Keep them stored in a cool, dry place, and they will stay fresh for several months.
Roast Turkey with Apple, Sausage, with Herb Stuffing
Description:
Traditional roast turkey is still the dish of choice for most holidays and evokes images of celebrations with family and friends. This is the season for enjoying turkey.
Health Benefits of Turkey is that is a lean meat and is a very good source of protein. A four ounce serving provides 65% of the daily value for protein, along with 11% of the daily value for saturated fat, about half the amount of saturated fat found in red meat. The structure of the human body is built on protein. We use animal and plant sources of protein for our amino acids and rearrange the nitrogen to make the pattern of amino acids we require. Turkey is a very good source of selenium, B vitamin and niacin.
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QUESTION:
Hello OK In Health eMagazine
I was wondering about some health tips for my pets during the holidays? I have a 5 year old cat and also a 18 month old dog who is inclined to get into everything. I also heard that dogs shouldn't eat chocolate and certain plants are dangerous. Do you have some healthy tips for our furry little friends during this busy family time.
From Dee, Calgary
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Hello Dee,
Thank you for this great question and especially at this time of year. Holiday hazards abound at Christmas time for pets and now is a good time to warn you of what to be careful of. You are the guardian of your pets and you are shouldered with the responsibility to protect them from harm, including harmful behaviour. The more obvious hazards include chocolate, tinsel and electrical cords, but there are others. Below is a summary of what to watch for, what to avoid and what to do if you suspect a problem.
Christmas Holidays and Pets - December 2011 By Dr. Moira Drosdovech
http://okinhealth.com/articles/Christmas-holidays-and-pets
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December 3, 2011
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December 3, 2011
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 | Caroline Sutherland's - Free Monday Night Teleconference
December 5 - 2, 2011
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December 8, 2011
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December 16, 2011
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December 21, 2011
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January 8, 2012
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January 21 - 22, 2012
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January 28 - 29, 2012
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February 10, 2012
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February 16 - 19, 2012
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February 19, 2012
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February 22 - 25, 2012
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February 26, 2012
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February 26, 2012
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February 27, 2012
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March 3 - 4, 2012
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March 3, 2012
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March 14, 2012
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March 23, 2012
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March 30, 2012
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April 2, 2012
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April 7, 2012
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Chapter 8: Contemplate the Heavens
Eternity
While I can certainly attest to the fact that it is only when I am faced with challenges, tragedy and unfortunate circumstances, that I tend to truly appreciate the daily joys, health and supports that I have grown accustomed to; I never seem to appreciate a healthy back until I've had a week of chiropractic visits and pain-filled days.
Contemplating the heavens and searching for meaning beyond our physical existence is tightly linked to our happiness, and helps us get through the unhappy times so that all is not lost when we find ourselves on the down-side of the roller-coaster ride.
In this chapter Rubin speaks of living fully and thankfully in the present while suggesting a few ways to be able to do that; reading memoirs, keeping a one-sentence journal to record the unmemorable yet lovely moments in the day, a happiness journal, or perhaps a gratitude journal, or imitating a spiritual master.
I have had the opportunity myself these past few weeks to contemplate the heavens when we got a call that someone close to us was in hospital. It appears he had a near death experience; when he came to, he told everyone of the beauty he had seen, and that he is at peace and ready when it is time for him to pass on. Hearing tell of the grace-filled stories he shared with those present were precious and comforting. The pearls of wisdom and peace he shared and that continue to be shared with others have been a timely gift for all of us.
On the heels of this, we received news of the sudden death of a family friend, and the night before his funeral, my daughter was in a collision on an icy patch of road, thankfully the damage was minor and she was unharmed, albeit shook up and upset. All of those incidents gave me pause to think about what happens beyond our physical experience on this earth. Not easy, but it is part of the journey we will all travel one day.
It appears to me there's a reason gratitude has been a theme for me of late, it has certainly helped me get through the past few weeks.
I am very grateful for the many unmemorable yet lovely moments; for life; and for feelings that let me know I'm alive; after all, if there weren't any ups and downs on the roller-coaster of life, it would be a flat-line, and we will all get there eventually, so for now, I will choose to experience the variety.
~ Lyndsay
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Kerry Palframan RN talk was on talk/workshop was on: Dreams and Messages From Your Spirit and Higher Self
On Sat. Nov. 26th at Kelowna Library on Ellis St.
"I really enjoyed this workshop. It awakened in me the importance of my dream state and how I receive the same info in my waking hours! I just didn’t realize it before. And how those waking hour messages can provide direction and insight about my life. Now I keep some paper and pen by my bed and in my car, so I can write down the signs and messages I am receiving. I make requests from my guides and I get the answers!. And I am on the lookout for symbols in my dreams and waking life all the time now. Thank you so much. It was really an eye opening workshop and has changed my life!"
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Okay, so we have detailed the morning rituals, now it’s time to go over what tends to happen during the latter portion of my day. After arriving home from work, there is often a great, tasty and healthy Vegetarian meal waiting for me. It may consist of ....
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 | Achieving Happinesss in Five Steps by Carole Fawcett
We all enjoy life so much more when we are feeling happy and fulfilled. I believe that we will live longer and stronger if our personal purpose is joy. Happiness is not bought nor is it given. It is something we must reach out for and create in our own lives. It has no monetary value, but the value it does have is priceless.
The road to happiness can be taken by starting with the following 5 things:....
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OK In Health columnist and author of 'Spirit talk' Kerry Palframan RN
discuss 'Animal Guides, Totems and Medicine' - Using the animals as spiritual tools along your individual journey – to guide you on your path of self-discovery is a great asset in guiding you through periods of your life....
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 | Autumn Whole foods Revelation by Raina Dawn Lutz
A short story expanded on a quote about on the suns flame, the circle of life, and venturing off into whole foods, biology and fermentation...
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 | Christmas Chaos by Cathy Lauer
Navigating the Christmas Party scene while remaining gluten free- Whether it’s your first or twenty first Christmas eating gluten free there are always things that come up at this time of year that require a little preplanning. School Christmas parties, cookie exchanges and workplace staff Christmas parties are being booked and menus decided. How will you navigate your way successfully through this season while keeping to your gluten free diet?
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 | Christmas Holidays and Pets by Dr. Moira Drosdovech
Holiday hazards abound at Christmas time for pets and now is a good time to warn you of what to be careful of. The more obvious hazards include chocolate, tinsel and electrical cords, but there are others.
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 | Cranio Sacral Reflexology: An Exciting New Therapy by Dr. Martine Faure-Alderson
Healing through touch is thousands of years old, and reflexology has been practised for millennia. It is a non invasive treatment which has gained increasing recognition in recent years.
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A kerfuffle is raised every time a comedian, politician, or businessperson uses the F-word or the N-word. I understand that. But to me, the D-word is the most obscene. I’m referring to...
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 | Embracing the Holidays, the Stress-Free Way! by Lyndsay Blais
Card writing, cookie baking, parties, concerts, get-togethers, fundraising, volunteering, shopping, wrapping, traveling – as well intentioned as one may be to start early and plan ahead to avoid the rushing-around-last-minute kind of stress that is often associated with the Christmas season, many people find themselves experiencing holiday stress due to lack of time to fit it all in. And we wonder why we’re stressed!
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 | Expressing Love and Compassion by Pamela Shelly, Kelowna, BC
So many of us have deep wounds of our soul that we have brought in with us from many past lives. These core issues often profoundly affect us in this lifetime.
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 | Feng Shui & Christmas by Teresa Hwang
The Christmas celebration happens a few days after the Winter Solstice, when the Water energy is strongest – most Yin time of the year, which is reflected by the cold temperature outside, and the shortest daylight hours during the day. In order to maintain a balance, we would need to activate the Yang energy in the form of lighting and activities.
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 | Holistic Elder Care, Part 2 by Del Muzzillo
In the previous article we looked at the challenges and limitations of what is presently in place to care for our elders. Now we will look at some of the promising solutions and what you can do....
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When I left the work that no longer inspired me, every single detail that I had worried about was almost magically taken care of for me. I had spent several months working for a large corporation where I was offered a salary three times higher than I had been paid as a..
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 | Metabolic Weight Loss System - Part One by Dr. Tamara Browne
As a Naturopathic Doctor my main concern is patient health and well-being. Weight loss is a major step in achieving optimal health and well-being for many people.
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 | Occupy Movement Demands Fresh Thinking – for our Grandchildren by David Suzuki
Biology dictates our absolute need for clean air, clean water, clean soil, clean energy, and biodiversity for our survival and health.
Those are laws of nature and we can’t change them. We have to live within their boundaries. Capitalism, free enterprise, the economy, corporations, currency, markets, and regional borders are not forces of nature. We invented them. If they don’t work, we can and must change them.
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What if you are amongst the majority who find processed foods to be pretty convenient, tasty and incorporate them into many of the meals you eat with your family? Wouldn’t it be easier if the food processors just stopped adding salt to their food products, or at least added much less than they do now? If only it were so simple...
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| The Twisted Logic, and Ethics, of Nature’s Opponents by David Suzuki
Who is influencing Canada’s resource priorities? In a puzzling appeal to anti-American sentiment, some industry supporters claim that U.S. foundations are threatening Canadian policy by donating money to environmental groups here. These arguments have appeared in publications such as the Vancouver Sun and Calgary Herald, and on Sun TV.
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 | Thyroid Disease and What You Need To Know by Dr. Christiane Northrup
Hyperthyroidism results from the body producing too much thyroid hormone, but far more common is hypothyroidism, the result of not making enough thyroid hormone. Statistics show that one in eight women between the ages of 35 and 65 and one in five women over the age of 65 have some form of thyroid disease.
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 | Who's Keeping the Canadian Asbestos Industry Alive? by Kapil Khatter
Who wants to buy a toxic, cancer-causing product? India is Canada's best customer, and we also ship tonnes of asbestos to countries like Indonesia, Thailand, Mexico, and Sri Lanka. Why? Because asbestos is useful. Heat- and chemical-resistant, it is used in brake pads, vinyl flooring, and construction materials. Asbestos is also cheap. Quebec's Jeffrey Mine has filed for bankruptcy protection. Jeffrey Mine, one of the two remaining Canadian mines, is asking for a loan guarantee of $58 million to allow the company to extract 200,000 tonnes of asbestos a year.....
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 | Why Christmastime Could Be Making You Sick by Caroline Sutherland
I have spent over 25 years in Environmental Medicine, therefore I am very attuned to various environmental factors and how they affect people. Its Christmas time so think carefully before giving a friend a scented gift. Instead choose a good book or a pretty scarf or a pair of gloves for him and forego the cologne....
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 | Wild Yam - The Natural Herb for Menopause & PMS by Klaus Ferlow
In North America, there are an estimated 30-40 million menopausal women and some 20-30 million baby boomer women on the brink of menopause. Mother Nature has provided us with something called Mexican Wild Yam, which has an active phytoestrogen ingredient called "diosgenin", scientifically recognized to balance women's menstrual cycles and reproductive hormones rather than causing extreme changes like the HRT, ERT, MHT does to the body.
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 | Xmas in the Raw by Cleo Murray
Suggestions for "living" Xmas gifts such as Raw "Uncook" Books, special kitchen utensils for the raw foodist, raw recipe and other great gift ideas.
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Penticton's Santa Parade
December 3, 2011
Penticton will welcome the man in red with music, food, entertainment, crafts and of course the Santa Parade!
Caroline Sutherland's - Free Monday Night Teleconference
December 5, 2011
Each week, Internationally Recognized Medical Intuitive, Caroline discuss a topical health issue that affect us all. Then she opens up the phone lines, does some spot readings.
Healthy Holidays Celebration at Whole Foods Market
December 8, 2011
FREE food samples, hot beverages, tastings, tips, etc. Come joins us for a festive celebration that features healthy snacks, tips on how to make them, hot beverages, door prizes, demos, previews of upcoming events, and lots of socializing.
Free Audio Affirmations with Debbie Ford
On-going - Internet
Are you feeding yourself with the thoughts, ideas, and words that will add to your self-love? Listen now to one of the self-esteem boosting affirmations below.
First Fridays at the Penticton Art Gallery
December 2, 2011
This event is our Open Mic and Art sharing night, happening on the first Friday of every month. Bring instruments, paints, poetry, your voice, an open mind etc.
The Faulty Science of GMO Foods
December 4, 2011
Meet the Council of Canadians and the True Food Foundation in Room H-115, Okanagan College, 1000 KLO Rd. This is an exposé about the health risks and ‘the Faulty Science behind Genetically Modified Food.
Kelowna Conscious Cocktails
December 8, 2011
Connect. Converse. Conspire. Create. Come out and create community with others of "light" mind. No agenda other than to be true Self and share in a safe space. You are never alone! $2 Toonie donation at the door.
International Human Rights Day - write-a-thon
December 10, 2011
Join us in writing messages of greeting in cards to be sent to prisoners of conscience around the world and to sign letters to governments regarding specific human rights cases...
How Sweet it is.... What Christmas means to me!
December 17, 2011
Christmas writing contest. Opening line, How sweet it is ....For pre Ks to gr 12 creative writers and readers. Pick a day and time, read aloud, and win a book from the SO Raise A Reader Program.
Polar Bear Swim or Run
January 1, 2012
Make a splash to remember! Hot chocolate and encouragement served by Peachland Rotary Club. Certificates to all participants. Free. Pre-registration is required at the Community Center.
Concerned about your Diabetes? - Terrace
Tuesday Afternoons 1:30 - 2:45 - Terrace
FREE Diabetes information event - Different subject every week. Limited seating. Please RSVP and mention OK In Health as your referral.
Goddess Circle
ongoing: Second Tuesday of each month 7 pm - Lake Country
Women's sharing circle. Connect with other heart centered women on thier spiritual journey. All are welcome. No charge, no experience needed. 7 pm on the Second Tuesday of each month.
Guided Hiking - Free
10am - Kelowna
Mt. Baldy (Dilworth) Rifle Rd. Join our walking instructors as they guide you on the path to physical health and well being. Meet new friends, and get fit at the same time! Please arrive on time
Penticton Green Drinks
Second Sunday of Every month from 2pm -4pm at Wholefoods 17170 Main Street Penticton - Penticton
Green Drinks is a social networking event for businesses, organizations and people concerned about the environment. each event features a speaker and free organic snacks and drinks served.
Personal Insights
On going - Lake Country
Spiritual Growth Support Group- Come out on the third Thursday of each month. Sharing and discussion of various spiritual topics, books etc. Ongoing.
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A Girls Weekend Out… Kamloops
You pick the weekend! - Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada
Get all the girls together and spend an unforgettable, fun and relaxing weekend at the South Thompson Inn & Conference Centre.
Winter Solstice Retreat
December 21, 2011
Honor the year; stand in the present with fireside yoga, a purification circle & ceremonial bonfire in the warmth and comfort of an historic ranch lodge.
Christmas Retreat - Tui Na Massage & Qi Gong - India
December 23, 2011
Tui Na Massage and Healing Qi Gong Retreat in in Pondicherry, India. Held at Cocoland, a resort in the middle of a coconut plantation three minutes from the beach. Must Register by Nov. 15, 2011.
Christmas Celebration Retreats
December 25, 2011
These are truly spiritual ways to celebrate the beauty of these special times. Enjoy time deepening your meditation practice & reflecting on your life's purpose. Relax & connect to your inner wisdom.
New Years Yoga Retreat
December 27, 2011
New Years Yoga Retreat~Santosha Yoga Retreats. Quiet getaway to prepare for the coming year; reflect on the passing year. All levels yoga, journaling, kirtan, walks, wood fired sauna.
Family Yoga Retreat in Mexico
January 21, 2012
Family Yoga Retreat in Paradise. A rejuvenating retreat experience for the whole family. Daily adult yoga classes yoga and games for kids delicious food and plenty of family activities.
Sober but Stuck?
On-going - Kelowna
Have you been clean & sober for quite a while yet find yourself: Unhappy, discontented, or having difficulties? Treat yourself to an individualized renewal retreat! One, two or three weeks.
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Free Blood Pressure & Weight In Clinic
December 1, 2011
Come join us!
Community Christmas Markets
December 18, 2011
Just in time for the holidays! Your favourite Saturday Market vendors at the Penticton lakeside...
Winter Okanagan Wine Festival
January 14, 2012
From skiing and snowboarding, to wine seminars, tastings, winning icewines and a hot tub. Now that’s a good wine pairing.
Kitchen Stove Film - A Dangerous Method
January 19, 2012
Starring Michael Fassbender, Keira Knightly, Viggo Mortensen - Interwoven relationships between fledgling psychiatrist Carl Jung, his mentor Sigmund Freud and Sabina Spielrein-at the PenMar Cinema
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Solstice Bliss
December 21, 2011
Experience respite from the buzz and busy-ness of holiday preparations in this luxuriously relaxing restorative yoga session tending to the light within.
Christmas Day Run
December 25, 2011
Meet at the Peach City Runners & Adventure Sports, 214 Main Street
Nia Classes - Penticton
Tuesday 10:30am, Thursday 9:00am , Monday's 7:00pm , Wednesday 6:00pm, - Penticton
Nia empowers people of all shapes and sizes. Classes are taken barefoot to soul-stirring music. Classes run in sessions. Newcomers are welcome anytime. Flex passes and unlimited passes available.Please phone to check times.
Feldenkrais Works...... - Nelson
Thurs.'s 5:15-6:15 p.m., Fri.'s 12-1 p.m. - Nelson
Better balance, posture, flexibility, less pain.....
Good Morning with Dru Yoga!
Saturdays from 9 - 10:00 am - Penticton
Activations, body preps, energy block release sequences, yogic postures and breath work with a final restorative relaxation to start your day!
Kelowna Nature Hikes
Wednesdays and Weekends - Kelowna
Bring a lunch. For general information call Rick Gee 250-763-0124
Nia Classes - Vancouver
Tuesday 6:00pm or Sunday 11:00am - Vancouver
Nia empowers people of all shapes and sizes. Classes are taken barefoot to soul-stirring music. Classes run in sessions. Newcomers are welcome anytime. Flex passes and unlimited passes available.
Nia Classes - Kamloops
Mondays 6:30pm - Kamloops
Nia empowers people of all shapes and sizes. Classes are taken barefoot to soul-stirring music. Classes run in sessions. Newcomers are welcome anytime. Flex passes and unlimited passes available.
Nia Classes - Kelowna & West Kelowna.
Tuesday 9:30am, Thursday 9:30am, Tuesday 6:30pm or Thursday 6:30pm - Kelowna
Nia empowers people of all shapes and sizes. Classes are taken barefoot to soul-stirring music. Classes run in sessions. Newcomers are welcome anytime. Flex passes and unlimited passes available.Please phone to confirm times and venue
Nia Classes - Spokane
Mon. or Wed. 5:30pm or Tuesday or Thursday at 9am - Spokane
Nia empowers people of all shapes and sizes. Classes are taken barefoot to soul-stirring music.
Scottish Country Dancing
Wednesday or Thursdays nights at 7.30pm - Kelowna
No experience necessary and no partners needed! Come and enjoy the camaraderie and get fun exercise too!
UBC Run/Walk group meeting
Every Tuesday at 3:30 p.m. in the Kalamalka Residences Wellness Centre. - Kelowna
Students, staff, public, and faculty are welcome. Great opportunity to get or stay fit while exploring the hiking trails around campus and meet new people. All levels welcome. Free
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| Connect with Yourself Weekly |
 Take time in your busy week to reflect on your inner rhythms of yourself and your life. OK In Health's Soular Rhythms column managed by Michael O'Connor.
Astrologer/Numerologist and a popular columnist, lecturer, presenter and workshop facilitator, Michael brings enthusiasm, passion and a wealth of knowledge.
Click here to see Michael's ideas for reflection.
December 2, 2011
Tip of the Week:
The last month of the year is here! 2011 sure has been eventful and the momentum continues. Soon the much prophesied 2012 begins. That it encompasses the Year of the Water Dragon will be getting a lot of press soon. Yet we are still in Sagittarius time, the 9th Sign of the Zodiac symbolic of completions and graduations. Last week’s Solar Eclipse seed is waxing towards a Full Moon Lunar Eclipse on December 10th. So, the year is going out with more of a bang than a fizzle. With Mercury currently Retrograde, navigating its tricky turns is part of the plot. Uranus hovering at 0 Aries since November 12 where it will remain until January 8th is the biggest general factor we are all contending with right now. 0 Aries archetypally = the rising sun at dawn, 6 am and Spring Equinox. In simpler terms it indicates powerful new beginnings. The last time Uranus officially entered Aries was March 11th, 2011 – a fine example of Astrological synchronicity.... |
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