I am not a columnist. I prefer asking questions to offering opinions (unless I'm at a dinner party and a little sauced.) And my skin isn't thick enough to put my unfootnoted thinking all naked out into the world on a regular basis. And I'm not funny (like my favourite columnists are - to wit: … Continue reading The Wellness Almanac In Print: This Week in the Question
We featured Polek's inspiring Photo A Day practice last month, and are stoked that he has agreed to share his choice of image once a month, as part of our new Sunday column.
I've been obsessed with list-making of late... attempting to master the art of the to-do list, in order to be more productive, more present, and more peaceful. The solution has been to keep the list to 3 things. Tops. I'm mostly making a mess of it. But it's a good practice of prioritisation. (Practice being … Continue reading Holiday Survival Guide: Wellness Tip #5 Make a List
This is what Wellness looks like where we live. Photos by Gary Martin.
Thanks to Wellness Almanac contributor Gary Martin for being the official photographer of the Wellness Gathering this weekend past. Thanks also to our event organiser, Kara Walker, the Award Nominees and Recipients for their dedication, and the presenters and exhibitors for making the Wellness Gathering such a vital celebration. The 2013 Wellness Gathering was possible … Continue reading Highlights from The Wellness Gathering 2013: Slideshow
The Recognition Awards were born out of a desire to recognize the individuals and organizations that work tirelessly – and often behind the scenes – making our communities stronger, healthier, and more resilient. This is our 4th year doing this and each year we are amazed by the commitment, passion, and contribution of so … Continue reading 2013Winds of Change Recognition Award Winners
It's all happening at the Pemberton Community Centre tomorrow from 11am - 4pm. Check out the schedule of free workshops and demonstrations. Share the link. See you there.
After struggling with her self-image, Zoya discovered her mission - to ensure that others do not have to fight the same personal battle. In August 2011, she founded the Simply You Program at Dr Charles Best Secondary, to empower youth to recognise their leadership capabilities and embrace inner beauty. An 8 session program with the … Continue reading Wellness Gathering presents Zoya Jiwa, TedXKids presenter, Nov 2, 2pm
In this interview with Winds of Change Steering Committee Chair, Sheldon Tetreault, at Choose Pemberton, we find out why the Winds of Change, originally a Drug and Alcohol Task Force, has focussed on Wellness, and why we want you to nominate the inspiring people in your life who exemplify the Spirit of the Winds of … Continue reading The Wellness Awards: Why Bother?
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