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Stress, Burnout Rebecca Graves, RH, CH Stress, Burnout Rebecca Graves, RH, CH

Understanding Burnout

Uncover the truth about burnout: a pervasive exhaustion impacting physical, emotional, and mental well-being. This article delves into the symptoms of burnout, from chronic fatigue to emotional numbness, and highlights those most at risk, including high achievers, caregivers, and neurodivergent individuals.

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ADHD, Mental Health Alicia Niewiatowska, RSW ADHD, Mental Health Alicia Niewiatowska, RSW

The ADHD Brain and Emotions: Why We Overreact and How to Cope

Learn how ADHD affects emotional regulation and why overreactions often happen. This article explains the connection between the ADHD brain and emotions, highlighting coping strategies to manage emotional dysregulation. Improve your emotional well-being and gain practical tools to navigate life with ADHD more effectively.

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Mental Health, ADHD Alicia Niewiatowska, RSW Mental Health, ADHD Alicia Niewiatowska, RSW

What’s in a Name? Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder 

ADHD is often misunderstood and reduced to its most visible traits like hyperactivity and distractibility. But ADHD is far more complex than that. It’s a neurodevelopmental disorder affecting everything from emotional regulation to time management. In this series, I aim to explore the nuanced realities of living with ADHD.

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homeopathy Arti Mehta, BHMS, Extern at CCHM homeopathy Arti Mehta, BHMS, Extern at CCHM

What is Homeopathy?

Curious about what exactly homeopathy is? Learn how this natural, holistic treatment works and why homeopathy tailors remedies to individual symptoms. This article explains how homeopathy can address your unique health needs through a mild and effective approach to healing.

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Relationships Andrea Empey, R.Ac, CNP, R.O.H.P. Relationships Andrea Empey, R.Ac, CNP, R.O.H.P.

Friendships - the Good, the Bad and the Ugly

Explore the dynamics of friendships in our latest article, "Friendships - the Good, the Bad and the Ugly." Delve into the importance of Social Rest, understanding red and green flags in relationships, and learn how to cultivate healthier connections. Perfect for anyone looking to enhance their social circle and personal well-being.

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Chinese Medicine Andrea Empey, R.Ac, CNP, R.O.H.P. Chinese Medicine Andrea Empey, R.Ac, CNP, R.O.H.P.

Vibrant Growth: Ancient Wisdom for Summer

Immerse yourself in the vibrant energy of summer with our latest article, "Vibrant Growth: Ancient Wisdom for Summer." Discover how the Fire Element of Chinese medicine can enhance your season with joy, passion, and connection. Embrace the warmth and learn to live fully in tune with summer's abundant yang energy.

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Herbal Medicine Rebecca Graves, RH, CH Herbal Medicine Rebecca Graves, RH, CH

Wild Plant Identification

Dive into the art of wild plant identification with our latest article. Perfect for budding herbalists and nature enthusiasts, it offers practical tips and expert advice to help you confidently recognize and utilize wild medicinal plants. Start your journey to becoming a seasoned plant identifier today!

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homeopathy Arti Mehta, BHMS, Extern at CCHM homeopathy Arti Mehta, BHMS, Extern at CCHM

Practitioner Spotlight: Meet Arti

Arti finds joy in helping her patients achieve mental, emotional, and physical wellness. Currently, as an Extern at the Canadian College of Homeopathic Medicine (CCHM), Arti is offering subsidized consultation to develop individualized treatment plans for her patients to address the underlying cause of their sickness. Her work, supervised by a CCHM Supervisor, reflects her commitment to providing effective and accessible care.

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Herbal Medicine Rebecca Graves, RH, CH Herbal Medicine Rebecca Graves, RH, CH

Violets – Gentle Spring Medicine 

Witness the delicate beauty of violets, one of the first wildflowers of spring. Despite their unassuming size, violets are botanical powerhouses with diverse medicinal and culinary uses. From the antioxidant-rich leaves to the pH-sensitive flowers, discover the multifaceted benefits of the humble violet in our latest article.

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Andrea Empey, R.Ac, CNP, R.O.H.P. Andrea Empey, R.Ac, CNP, R.O.H.P.

Why Eat the Rainbow - What Does it Do for Me?

“Why Eat the Rainbow—What Does it Do for Me?" offers a vivid guide to enriching your diet with a spectrum of colourful foods. Each colour provides unique nutrients that boost health, from immune support to liver detoxification. Embrace a diverse palette for better health and vitality.

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Andrea Empey, R.Ac, CNP, R.O.H.P. Andrea Empey, R.Ac, CNP, R.O.H.P.

Eat the Rainbow!

Discover the vibrant world of "Eat the Rainbow," a guide to enriching your diet with the colors of nature. It's an invitation to transform your meals into a palette of nutrients and flavors, promoting better digestion and health. Embrace variety, simplicity, and creativity in your culinary journey.

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Andrea Empey, R.Ac, CNP, R.O.H.P. Andrea Empey, R.Ac, CNP, R.O.H.P.

Emerge & Awaken: Ancient Wisdom for Spring

"Emerge & Awaken: Ancient Wisdom for Spring" delves into the rebirth and renewal that spring brings. Highlighting the Wood Element of Chinese medicine, it explores creativity, planning, and growth as spring's gifts. Learn to harness this season's energy for setting intentions, cultivating flexibility, and embracing movement. Discover how to align with the upward and outward energy shift, plant beneficial seeds for the future, and navigate life's challenges with grace. Welcome a season of transformation and growth, preparing for a vibrant spring and summer.

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Rebecca Graves, RH, CH Rebecca Graves, RH, CH

In Praise of Stinging Nettles

Stinging Nettle, often seen as a nuisance, is a rich source of nutrients and offers remarkable medicinal properties. Its sting, a defense mechanism, deters herbivores, yet when handled correctly, nettles can be safely used. Ideal for allergy relief, inflammation reduction, and as a general tonic, nettles embody a potent natural remedy from roots to leaves, heralding numerous health benefits including allergy relief, anti-inflammatory effects, and support for the body's elimination processes.

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Andrea Empey, R.Ac, CNP, R.O.H.P. Andrea Empey, R.Ac, CNP, R.O.H.P.

Radical Rest

"Radical Rest" challenges the norm by advocating for rest as a fundamental aspect of productivity and well-being, drawing inspiration from Chinese medicine's principle of 'wu wei'. Embracing the natural rhythms of each season, it offers practical guidance for deep rejuvenation and self-discovery. Dive into this transformative journey and unlock the power of radical rest.

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