The Power of Wellness

Embrace the Magic of Gratitude: Transform Your Life Today 

Gratitude is more than just a buzzword; it's a powerful practice that can positively impact every aspect of our lives. In this issue, we'll explore the benefits of gratitude and share practical tips on how to cultivate a grateful mindset that can transform your life.

As the sun is shining and we shed our heavy, bulky winter clothing, we start to think about slimming down our “heavy, bulky” winter shape. We buy new exercise routines, exercise equipment, exercise clothing, and then, we turn to the diet books. 

Ah yes, if only we could magically transform our bodies with the power of the latest diet, health trend, or superfood!

It may come as no surprise that mental health issues affect men and women differently. This has to do with both biological differences between men and women, as well as societal differences.

Did you know depression and anxiety are more prominent in women? In fact, according to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, "women are twice as likely as men to experience depression during their lifetime." (link)

In recent years, many of us have been feeling like we need to do something extra special for our earth this Earth Day.

As we look at what we can do for the earth, it’s easy to get discouraged when you read and see videos on garbage and chemical dumping, overseas rivers of trash, and massive amounts of air pollution.  We see people flicking their nasty cigarette butts and litter everywhere, with no regard for the damage that they’re doing. We start to lose hope in humanity, and lose hope that our Earth will ever be the same again.

Have you ever been told that you should take care of yourself so that you can live longer?

I mean, sure, it's great that we can make nutrition and lifestyle choices that might help us live longer. The United Nations has called modern longevity one of the most significant social transformations of the 21st Century.

But is living longer necessarily living better?