Cory Arthurs, MC RCC

04/08/2018

Nutrition is a cornerstone of health- physical and emotional. Check out this great program to find your way to health!!!

Last chance to sign up for Healing Family Eats, Kate Jay's Restart Workshop!

Email Kate at kate@elementswellnesscentre.com to register.

04/03/2018

Spring time, a great time for change! I am now in my new office space downtown. The same building, 510 West Hastings, but a new unit. It will be labelled unit 922G, and is still at the end of the hallway like my previous one, but now on the 9th floor. Painting and furniture building has commenced, and a warm, calm space will be created!

02/19/2018

Self care is imperative to our overall wellbeing, but it can be so hard! Core beliefs about ourselves, our worthiness, and what it means to attend to ourselves can get in our way. It takes time and practice to explore and resolve these obstacles- but it is possible

At least once a week I see posts on the internet about the importance of being kind to yourself, loving

01/12/2018

"Take a deep breath"- it's not just a cliche saying, it can actually bring about important changes in the body and mind! When you are finding yourself feeling overwhelmed, over stressed, or just not quite grounded, allow yourself a moment to breathe- really breathe.

During times of stress, or when heightened concentration is needed, focusing on one’s breathing or doing breathing exercises can indeed change the brain.

01/02/2018

A new year has begun- let this be the year you cultivate love and compassion for yourself!

What do you love about yourself?

12/01/2017

The holiday season is fully upon us! As the season ramps up, spread the gift of kindness! Remember to be kind to yourself during this sometimes overwhelming time of year, as well

Looking for a different way to approach the holiday season? Check out this great "Kindness Calendar" from Action for Happiness.

10/26/2017

Do you struggle with trusting others? Building trust is a delicate process, but an important element of relationships. Check out this article to learn a few strategies related to both building and maintaining trust!

Trust in essential to any real relationship at home or at work. It is a fragile dynamic which requires commitment and daily efforts to build and maintain.

10/19/2017

Autumn is in full swing, and it's a great opportunity to look at your own inner shifts and transitions. Struggle to identify goals, or progress towards them? Maybe it is time to get creative! Check out this video to learn how to use your imagination to move towards your best self-

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10/12/2017

The weekend is in sight! But if you find yourself needing a break, or building in some self care would be helpful for you, here are 50 ways to take a break and take care of you...

Give yourself a break. Take a walk, call a friend, sit in nature, listen to music, meditate, read, let it go

www.actionforhappiness.org/news/why-self-care-is-vital-to-our-mental-wellbeing

10/09/2017

The window of tolerance is such a valuable concept in understanding trauma and regulation. Learning your triggers and symptoms of being outside your window can provide important information on your path to healing...

09/28/2017

Struggling with anxiety, overwhelm, or staying in the moment? Grounding exercises can be a great tool to settling your nervous system and getting your body and mind back online...

Grounding...

09/26/2017

This can be such a busy month, as everyone settles 'back' into routine and we begin the ramp up to the holiday season. Give yourself a moment- treat yourself to 5 minutes of breathing, getting centred, and rejuvenating your focus...

Meditation Practices Top Story A 5-Minute Mindful Breathing Practice to Restore Your Attention Returning to the breath, again and again, when the mind has wandered—that's awareness. By Mark Bertin | September 25, 2017 snedorez/Adobe Stock Start by sitting comfortably on a cushion or in a chair. Clos...