Embracing Wellness

01/05/2026

Welcome to 2026. The bots are here. But they aren't alive.

As we enter this new year, the noise surrounding AI—from job fears to deepfakes—is louder than ever. It’s easy to feel like our humanity is being sidelined by algorithms.
But here is the powerful truth to anchor into for 2026: An AI can give you the perfect definition of empathy, but it will never feel it. It can teach you how to meditate, but it will never take a conscious breath.

Now is the time to reclaim our humanity through the power of mindful presence.

Our latest blog explores why mindfulness is the essential human skill for this era. It’s the quality that makes us better partners, parents, teachers, and caregivers—roles that require a heart, not just a processor.
👇 Read our Mindfulness Matters blog and find out why "being here" is our greatest strength.
🔗 https://embracingwellness.ca/mindfulness-matters/f/the-2026-resolution-reclaiming-our-humanity-in-the-age-of-ai

*P.S. Stay tuned to Embracing Wellness! We have exciting opportunities coming soon for us to practice mindfulness together in 2026.

Power

Welcome to 2026.

12/25/2025

Wishing the best the holiday brings. Thank you to our followers, colleagues and those we support for a wonderful year.

12/22/2025

🎄✨ The holiday magic is real... but so is the holiday stress.

We all feel that pull toward connection and fellowship this time of year. Yet, between the financial pressure, family dynamics, and endless to-do lists, we often end up feeling more overwhelmed than overjoyed.

Surveys consistently show the holidays are a peak time for stress. When we're stressed, we put up walls, separating ourselves from the very people we want to connect with.
This is why your mindfulness practice is more important right now than ever.

Mindfulness is the tool that turns holiday chaos into true connection. By understanding the nature of our own busy minds, we awaken powerful empathy for everyone around us. We break down separation and find peace in the present moment—even when the turkey is dry or the conversation gets heated.
Don't just survive the season. Deepen your experience of it.

👇 Read our new blog on how mindfulness helps us navigate holiday stress and find true fellowship.
🔗 https://embracingwellness.ca/mindfulness-matters/f/tis-the-season-for-mindfulness-peace-amidst-the-holiday-hustle

There is an undeniable magic in the air during the holiday season. The twinkling lights, the nostalgic music, and the gathering of loved ones tend to evoke a special kind of fellowship—a genuine desire for community and ...

12/19/2025

✨ How old is your "Now"? ✨

Does it ever feel like your life is running on a loop? Like you’re eating breakfast, but your mind is already at a meeting that hasn’t happened yet? Or you're driving to work, but you're actually replaying an argument from three days ago?

When we live on autopilot, our moments feel "old"—recycled from yesterday’s worries or tomorrow’s plans.

Mindfulness is the radical act of waking up to the "Newness of Now."

It can be a bit of a shock to the system! When we actually drop into the present, we realize how vivid, intense, and new reality actually is.

The Practical Tip: Start fresh in every moment. It doesn’t matter if you’ve been distracted for ten years or ten seconds. The moment you notice your mind has wandered, you have a perpetual reset button.

Ready to step out from the eclipse of thought and into the light of the present?

👇 Read our latest Mindfulness Matters blog post to discover how to immerse yourself in the fresh start of today.

🔗 https://embracingwellness.ca/mindfulness-matters/f/waking-up-to-the-newness-of-now-your-infinite-fresh-start

How old is this moment?

12/16/2025

Registration for this group closes Jan 02/26. We have 9 seats available
If you know someone who is struggling, this may be a great gift for them

Contact: brenda@embracingwellness.ca

12/14/2025

🤖🧠 Is "Intelligence" Our Only Value? 💔
In the age of AI, and when facing conditions like dementia, our cultural obsession with intellect can make us feel lost, or even devalue those whose minds are changing. This creates unconscious shame and guilt.
But our true power isn't in what we think or do... it's in our capacity to BE. ✨
Mindfulness transforms us from "human doings" to "human beings," unlocking profound empathy, especially when caring for a loved one with dementia.
Through mindfulness, we can:
✅ See the inherent worth of every person, beyond their cognitive abilities.
✅ Connect deeply in the present moment, finding joy in simple being.
✅ Cultivate self-compassion, supporting ourselves as we support others.
Let's rediscover our most potent human power. Embrace the beauty of being!
Learn more at our new Mindfulness Matter blog:
🔗 https://embracingwellness.ca/mindfulness-matters/f/the-empathy-revolution-thriving-in-the-age-of-ai-and-dementia

In a world increasingly shaped by Artificial Intelligence, our long-held cultural obsession with intelligence as the pinnacle of human value faces an unprecedented challenge. We’ve defined ourselves by our ability to rea...

12/11/2025

⏳ Trapped by Past Regrets or Future Worries? ⏳
We all get caught in mental time-travel, losing the simple freedom of just being ourselves, right now. This constant mental churn is exhausting!
The solution is simpler than you think: Your Breath. 🌬️
Regardless of your emotions, your breath is always available, a constant anchor to the present moment.
Mindfulness teaches you to:
✅ Observe your breath: Notice the inhale, the exhale, with gentle curiosity.
✅ Let thoughts go (no forcing!): Acknowledge thoughts as they arise, then gently return your focus to your breath, understanding they'll pass naturally.
✅ Harmonize: Allow your mind and body to align with the rhythm of life itself.
Discover the profound, simple freedom of being exactly who you are, right here, right now.
To learn more, check out our new Mindfulness Matters blog post below.
🔗 https://embracingwellness.ca/mindfulness-matters/f/the-simple-freedom-unlocking-who-you-are-one-breath-at-a-time

In a world that constantly tells us who we should be, what we should achieve, and where we should be heading, the idea of simple freedom can feel like an elusive dream. We are often trapped by the relentless pull of the ...

12/05/2025

🤯 AI Superintelligence is Here: Is Your Self-Worth Ready? 🤯
We’ve built our entire society on the belief that intelligence is our greatest value. But with AI capabilities growing exponentially, that foundation is shaking. If a machine can outthink us, where does our human value lie?
This technological shift is fueling anxiety and identity crises for many.
The antidote isn't competing with the machines; it's recognizing the domain they can never touch: Consciousness.
✨ Mindfulness: It’s Not What You Think. ✨
Mindfulness practice empowers us to:
Disidentify from Intellect: Realize your value is in the awareness (the watcher), not the thought (the content).
Anchor in Presence: Cultivate authentic joy, feeling, and compassion—the subjective human experiences AI cannot replicate.
Find New Meaning: Shift your self-worth from intellectual output to the stability of being.
Don't let the AI revolution define your identity. Reclaim your humanity! Check out our new Mindfulness Matters blog below:
🔗 https://embracingwellness.ca/mindfulness-matters/f/%F0%9F%A4%96-beyond-iq-mindfulness-in-the-age-of-superintelligence

For centuries, intelligence—our capacity to reason, plan, solve problems, and achieve academic mastery—has been the foundation of human identity and societal hierarchy. We've built our world on it:

12/03/2025

Tired of feeling drained by endless to-do lists and mental chatter? 🤯
For teachers, caregivers, and anyone in demanding roles, the energy drain is real! Our minds often use us, constantly planning, worrying, and reviewing. But what if you could flip the script?
✨ Mindfulness empowers you to use your mind wisely, not be used by it! ✨
This isn't about adding another task; it's about applying gentle discipline to your focus, revealing incredible efficiency and energy preservation.
Mindfulness helps you:
✅ Reign in mental wandering: Combat mental fatigue by choosing where your attention goes.
✅ Create a pause: Respond thoughtfully, not reactively, conserving emotional energy.
✅ Release tension: Become aware of and alleviate physical stress in your body.
✅ Embrace grounded presence: Show up fully and authentically for every moment.
Ready to reclaim your mental energy and find sustainable presence, even in the busiest seasons?
🔗 https://embracingwellness.ca/mindfulness-matters/f/mindful-energy-sustain-presence-through-demanding-seasons

11/26/2025

🤯 Tired of the Petty Tyranny of Your Own Mind? 🤯
We all get those fleeting thoughts of jealousy, anger, or resentment ("Ugh, they got the recognition?"). Then, almost immediately, comes the second wave of suffering: "Why did I just think that? I'm such a bad person!"
But here's a liberating truth: You don't choose those initial thoughts. They just arise! So why beat yourself up for them?
Mindfulness is your secret weapon! 🧘‍♀️ It teaches you to:
Notice the Thought: See it as just a thought, not a command or a truth about you.
Withdraw Belief: Refuse to identify with it or judge yourself for having it.
Cut the Suffering: Interrupt that painful cycle of self-recrimination.
Over time, those thoughts that used to make you cringe might even make you giggle! You realize the nonsensical nature of your own mind and find genuine freedom.
Ready to stop suffering at the hands of your thinking mind? Read our new blog post!
🔗 https://embracingwellness.ca/mindfulness-matters/f/the-petty-tyranny-mindfulness-frees-you-from-unwanted-thoughts

We've all been there. That fleeting flash of irritation when a coworker gets praised, or the sharp pang of jealousy hearing about a friend's perfect vacation. Then, almost immediately, the secondary wave of self-recrimin...