​With the first day of spring earlier this week, I love to give space to the insights and lessons from the seasons and nature. I feel there is so much we can gleam from tuning into and paying attention to the patterns, transformation, and reciprocity that exists in our natural surroundings. I invite you to reflect upon some of the considerations below to explore your connection with spring and to take a moment of pause:

​Healing frequencies are different levels and tones of sound also known as solfeggio frequencies. Better Sleep explains how these tones of sound date back to ancient history, and Dr. Puleo rediscovered them in the 1970s bringing them back into public awareness and categorizing six key tones. Researcher Sonya Joseph found sound to be effective in healing physical, generational and emotional trauma in our DNA. This research supported the growth of music therapy involving the use of music creation and listening for therapeutic benefits. Find below some interesting connections between healing frequencies and wellbeing:

With spring around the corner, a liver cleanse can be a nice boost to both our physical and mental wellbeing. With that said there is a lot of controversy on the research and evidence of the benefits of a liver cleanse. The reason for this may be the misinformation about what protocols for liver cleanse circulate, the best route is to be supported by a healthcare professional as they can assess the risks and benefits based on your current health and any health conditions. The Naturopathic Medical Research Clinic has a detailed explanation of why someone may consider a liver detox including the numerous toxins that exist in our everyday life including: from processed foods and food additives, industrial pollution, a tainted water supply, pesticides (vegetables), household cleaners, paints, petrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, alcohol, and heavy metals. MBG Health states while a healthy liver naturally cleanses itself, dietary stressors and environmental toxins can get in the way of optimal liver function; and making strategic diet and lifestyle shifts can help counter their effects, support the liver's detoxification, and lighten our overall toxic load. Find below 4 mental health benefits to a liver cleanse:

​Building off last weeks blog article of why consider yoga nidra. Here we discuss where to start in developing the practice and what to consider. Please find 3 considerations for yoga nidra below: 

​Yoga nidra promotes a deep state of relaxation which can help in restoring the body to a state of balance and calm. Many people are curious how this works and how is it different from other forms of meditation. The Yoga Journal explains how the process of yoga nidra shifts us through the various brain waves of beta, alpha, theta, and delta, which is essentially “powering down” our brain activity, and allowing us to slow our thoughts and restore ourselves. Yoga nidra is a form of meditation, however it is different than listening to a guided meditation as it is a different level of body awareness that slows the mind. Please find 4 benefits of yoga nidra: 

​Building off last weeks blog article of why breathwork and the benefits. Here we discuss where to start in developing the practice and what to consider. Please find 4 considerations for breathwork below:

Breathwork is a key to mental health and physical health. Majority of the population shallow breaths, and does not get the rejuvenating benefits of deep breathing or breathwork. Deep breathing helps to tap into rest and digest mode in our body, also known as the parasympathetic nervous system which helps us to feel calmer, more present, reduces stress and anxiety, and helps us to problem-solve more effectively.  Please find 4 key benefits of breathwork: 

Building on last weeks blog about insomnia, I wanted to create a two part series for insomnia considering this time of year. Health Central talks about insomnia being more of an issue for many in the winter months. There is also a correlation between SAD also know as “winter blues” and insomnia, Sleep Education speaks more to this connection; and if you are experiencing SAD check out my previous SAD blog article to support the symptoms.  Please find 4 tips to support better sleep below: 

​Insomnia creates difficult ripple affects in many areas of a person’s life, including increase in anxiety and depression, more susceptible to stress, less energy and motivation, difficulty focusing, and more irritability. Insomnia can include difficulty falling asleep, difficulty staying asleep, and/or waking too early in sleep. According to Stats Canada, insomnia is the most common sleep disorder, with 10-15% of the population experiencing symptoms of insomnia that impact their daily functioning, and 25% of adults not satisfied with their sleep. However there is hope, with the right tools, small adjustments to daily habits, and supports people recover and have better sleep. Please find a few key things to consider below: 

Suicidal thoughts also referred to as suicidal ideations are significantly higher now than pre-pandemic times according to Stats Canada. According to the Canadian Government, 12 people die from suicide every day in Canada, more than 200 people will attempt suicide, and many more experiences thoughts of suicide or suicide attempts. There are many resources out there, this article is designed for adults experiencing suicidal thoughts, if you are looking for support with children/teen with suicidal thoughts please refer to this article. Please find a few key things to consider below: