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

What to do with Weeds - the Spring Edition

For many of us, spring means the opportunity to get outside and begin work in our gardens. Whether you are a novice or an expert, a vegetable or a flower gardener, there is one task that we all have to do many times over the growing season - weeding!

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Andrea Empey, R.Ac, CNP Andrea Empey, R.Ac, CNP

Why Sleep Matters & How to Sleep Better

We treat sleep like a luxury, but it isn’t. Chronic lack of rest harms focus, mood, immunity—and that’s just the beginning. If you wake up exhausted, unfocused, or hitting snooze on repeat, it’s time to rethink your habits. Small changes can make big differences.

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Alicia Niewiatowska, RSW Alicia Niewiatowska, RSW

Private Rehabs: Buyer Beware

Picking a rehab center isn’t straightforward or easy. Private vs public, cost, titles, and glossy promises can be incredibly misleading. If you’re considering addiction treatment at a rehab center, knowing what to ask matters. Alicia shares the key insights and things families should know before trusting any rehab center.

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

Stress and Hypnosis

Your brain is brilliant at keeping you safe—but it still reacts to everyday stress as if danger were lurking nearby. Bills, deadlines, worry: the alarm keeps ringing. What happens when your body never gets the signal to stand down? The answer isn’t obvious, but it might surprise you.

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Andrea Empey, R.Ac, CNP Andrea Empey, R.Ac, CNP

How to Tell if Your Period is Normal

Most of us grew up believing periods were supposed to hurt, drag on, or come with a list of symptoms. But what if that isn’t true at all? The gap between what women are told is “normal” and what actually is might change how you see your cycle.

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Alicia Niewiatowska, RSW Alicia Niewiatowska, RSW

I had COVID, Here’s What I Learned

After working with COVID positive patients in direct healthcare for over a year Alicia thought she knew COVID. She was wrong. The real lesson had nothing to do with symptoms or recovery, and everything to do with how women are taught to move through daily life and at what cost.

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

How A Herbalist Became A Hypnotist

When a client’s symptoms kept returning like clockwork, even after effective herbal treatment, it raised a different kind of question. What if the root cause wasn’t physical at all? This turning point opened the door to something unexpected and changed the way one herbalist approaches healing, from the inside out.

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Andrea Empey, R.Ac, CNP Andrea Empey, R.Ac, CNP

How to Stop Overthinking

Overthinking thrives on mental clutter. If your to-do list lives in your head and your brain won’t quit, it’s time to dump it. Literally! This step-by-step method shows you how to clear your mind, sort the chaos, and finally breathe. It’s not complicated, but it is a game changer.

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Alicia Niewiatowska, RSW Alicia Niewiatowska, RSW

How to Start Your Recovery from Substance Use & Mental Health

Starting recovery can feel impossible when you don’t know where to begin. Substance use and mental health struggles are heavy—but the first step doesn’t have to be. Real change starts with a shift in perspective. If you’re ready to move, even a little, here’s HOW to take that first step.

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Andrea Empey, R.Ac, CNP Andrea Empey, R.Ac, CNP

Overthinking: What Exactly is Overthinking?

Overthinking messes with your sleep, spikes stress, and keeps your brain on a loop long after the lights are out. If your mind won’t shut off, this breakdown of why it happens and how to interrupt the cycle offers practical tools that actually work, starting with one powerful question.

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

Home Remedies for the Cold Season

Spices like ginger, turmeric, and garlic do more than flavour food, they activate your immune system. Simple, powerful herbal remedies like Golden Milk and Fire Cider can support your immune system and help you fight off winter bugs. Easy to make, deeply warming, and rooted in herbal medicine that works.

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Alicia Niewiatowska, RSW Alicia Niewiatowska, RSW

How to Pick a Counsellor

Tried therapy but didn’t click with your therapist? You’re not alone. Finding the right one makes all the difference. Get clear on different types of therapy, what to look for in a strong client-counsellor connection, and the key questions to ask before committing. The right fit isn’t optional—it’s essential.

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Andrea Empey, R.Ac, CNP Andrea Empey, R.Ac, CNP

Reframing 'Shoulds'

Feeling weighed down by all the things you should be doing? This guide offers a powerful mindset shift to help you move from guilt and pressure to clarity and self-trust. Learn how changing just a few words can bring more ease, motivation, and alignment into your daily life.

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