by Kayla Walters | Jul 12, 2023 | Mental Health, Wellness and Balance
Descartes’ famous statement “I think therefore I am” is the perfect example of an unhealthy elevation of mind over body. Most doctors, scientists, psychologists, therapists, and medical researchers now accept that the brain, mind, and body do not exist in separate... 
by Kayla Walters | Jun 12, 2023 | Wellness and Balance, Book Therapy, Cancer Experience
When I was recovering from cancer treatments I developed panic attacks. The first one I had was in the hospital after my surgery. My heart was racing and I couldn’t catch my breath, but I knew what was happening. I buzzed for a nurse and she gently chatted with me as... 
by Kayla Walters | Jan 25, 2023 | Mental Health, Cancer Experience, Wellness and Balance
In my work with clients I am aware of the need to see the whole person. Our society encourages us to be very cognitive about our emotions. The body is generally seen as a vessel we try to sculpt or maintain, and we walk about like floating heads completely oblivious... 
by janinecutting | Dec 28, 2022 | Mental Health, Wellness and Balance
Taking down the Christmas tree is generally something I do alone. I’ve always savoured the quiet of a snowy afternoon. I’ll have a cup of tea with an album or a podcast playing in the background. Wrapping the ornaments and placing them back in their boxes,... by janinecutting | Jan 7, 2022 | Wellness and Balance
Since I wrote “New Information for Women. Period.” on this blog, I have been contacted by a number of women who are interested in learning more about menopausal hormone therapy. Note: The new term is “menopausal hormone therapy,” not... by janinecutting | Jan 3, 2022 | Wellness and Balance
Remember Cleo, she just turned 4. It was hard to get a picture of her in her party hat! What does “joy” feel like in your body? For me, it is a “bubble in the chest” type of sensation, accompanied by a zinging effervescence running from pelvis...