The health benefits of volunteering. include everything from reducing stress and depression, to lowering blood pressure and even living longer.
Beating the Blues: Depression in older adults is not normal
It’s not uncommon for older people to become depressed, particularly if they are grieving or dealing with physical health problems. In fact, anywhere from five to 15 per cent of older adults experience depression.
Beyond Las Vegas with Family
I am with my family on a road trip that begins and ends in the vibrant, chaotic fluorescent-lit Las Vegas. It’s a city of acting out, of outrageousness, bright lights and big shows. No subtlety here.
Luxury Escapes
People often equate luxury with expense. And, of course, “high end” can also mean big dollars. But it doesn’t have to. The five Canadian experiences highlighted here are about pampering, but they are also about adventure, fine food, good wine and wilderness: you can’t put a price on the outdoors.
Yoga, stretched
Had it with Hatha? Bored of Bikram? Maybe it’s time to roll up your yoga mat in search of a new way to downward dog.
Magdalen Islands
When I was booking my flight to the Magdalen Islands, my travel agent told me I should be at the airport 2.5 hours early because she thought I was taking an international flight—from Toronto. As I was soon to learn, many people are unfamiliar with this beautiful part of Quebec,
The Road to Wellness
While Melanie-Anne’s path in education, and particularly mental health literacy, now seems clear, it wasn’t always so.
Confidentially speaking…
Every woman has her secrets. But there are times when spilling the beans is the right thing to do. In fact, your very health and happiness could depend on it.
Exploring the South Shore of the St. Lawrence
Although I grew up in Montreal, I was never introduced as a child to Quebec’s rich geography, history and beauty that spreads itself like a rich tapestry across the rest of the province.
It’s Your Move
I tried not to read into it when my sister gave me Marie Kondo’s The Life Changing Magic of Tidying Up for Christmas.