All beings need food, air, and water just to survive. As humans, a daily intake of around eight glasses of water is considered essential for us to remain healthy. Up to 60% of our bodies are made from water. Because of this, I seek to drink the purest and healthiest water that I can. Shungite For years I have used shungite stones to increase the healthy benefits from drinking water. Shungite stones are carbon based and found in Russia. Many people believe… Read more »
Healing Transformation Events & Blog - Self Help
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Building your endurance and strength
Going on six months now, I have been practicing the ancient Chinese wellness practice of qigong (chee-gong). My friend and energy practitioner colleague, Judith Schutz, has taught me the seven-basic moves of Dragon and Tiger. She’s also encouraged me to continue. Judith no longer has to encourage me – I get it. Before leaving on our holiday in July, I helped our son by working out in his yard. It had been at least two years since I worked in… Read more »
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Meditating
Meditating Last May I listened to a lecture on meditation by Nina Fry-Kizler. It was one of the free Friday lectures given by the Institute of Noetic Science (IONS). Fry-Kizler talked about how not all types of meditation suit all people. She walked us through three types of meditation – mindfulness, focused, and movement. Not all meditation involves sitting quietly with your eyes closed. I found the Movement Meditation interesting and invigorating. Nina’s talk got me thinking about meditation in… Read more »
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Sacred Cow: a book review
Sacred Cow: The Case for (Better) Meat Why Well-Raised Meat Is Good for You and Good for the Planet by Diana Rodgers (Author), Robb Wolf (Author) | Self-published (July 14, 2020) Although I have tried at various times to become a vegetarian, I have never succeeded. So, I can say that I have always eaten meat. The articles I have read often cause me to feel quite guilty — even ashamed of my choice. I have to admit that I do not… Read more »
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Take a fresh breath; and now jump into an ice bath
Wim Hof It was through my daughter, Tanya, that I first learned about Wim Hof. She suggested I listen to his podcast. I did and became intrigued. The Iceman Known as the “Iceman,” Wim Hof has done many way-out things in the cold: he climbed Kilimanjaro twice in a pair of shorts, ran a marathon north of the Arctic Circle in shorts, swam under a frozen lake in shorts (ok, probably a bathing suit), and he takes frequent ice baths.… Read more »
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Gratitude in a World of Uncertainty
This was originally published in my November 2020 eNewsletter that I mail through Mailchimp. Enjoy, Ellen Can you believe we are reaching the end of 2020? November has finally arrived. If you’re like me, this year’s passing comes somewhat of a relief. I am grateful for having survived. Fall Colours As I write this month’s message to you, our leaves here in Toronto continue their spectacular show. The red leaves have mostly dropped, and the yellow leaves shine in their… Read more »
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Book Review: The Personalized Diet
The Personalized Diet: The Pioneering Program to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease by Eran Segal PhD (Author), Eran Elinav MD PhD (Author), Eve Adamson Grand Central Life & Style Publishing (December 26, 2017) After a month of “sheltering in place” and all the media hype about shortages, I noticed that my fascination with food, diet, and meals moved to the forefront of my life. Enough so that I need to increase my awareness factor before the kilograms start to creep… Read more »
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One Mind: A book review
One Mind How Our Individual Mind Is Part of a Greater Consciousness and Why It Matters by Larry Dossey, MD, Hay House (October 1, 2013) When I first read the book jacket for Dr. Larry Dossey’s One Mind, I thought this could just be another book that takes psychic phenomena and makes it the subject of science. I was pleasantly surprised after I began reading. As an internal medicine physician, Dr. Dossey has experienced both the science and spirit of healing… Read more »