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Words Robin Evan Willis, Registered Clinical Counsellor If you've been feeling more anxious or exhausted than usual, you're not alone. We're living through a convergence of crises: economic instability, escalating global conflict, climate anxiety and deepening social division. The relentless churn of alarming news leaves many of us overwhelmed and unsettled. But staying informed doesn't

Words Tabatha Golat I first heard whisperings about The Residence, the new Netflix mystery series, through social media. I was intrigued, but I’ll admit, the promotional clips didn’t pull me in. After debating what to watch next, I finally pressed play, and I’m so glad I did. The show stars Uzo Aduba as Detective Cupp,

Words & Photos Vanessa Lee, Storyoga The welcome arrival of spring naturally calls us to spend more time outdoors. The earth is waking up and new life is buzzing all around. For children, nature is the perfect playscape for exploration, growth and learning. The possibilities are endless in capturing the curiosity and attention of such

Words Connie Dunwoody, Broadmead Care My cousin messaged me the other day, asking for advice. She is in the process of finding a space for her mom in a long term care home. With her dad in the hospital, and her mom needing 24/7 care, she’s just about at her wits’ end, running back and

Words Dr. Marita Schauch, ND, Tall Tree Integrated Health Centre Instagram and TikTok filters have brought about the biggest rise in women turning to cosmetic surgeries, with mothers especially being targeted with the "mommy makeover" packages. But what if I told you that the secret to the biggest glow up actually lies in how you

Words Jackie LaPlante Finding a book that actually makes you laugh out loud is not easy. Humour is subjective and a reader’s perception of comedy is influenced by political leaning, national values (European humour is not British wit), and mood. Comedic styles range from the subtly dry to the ridiculous. To me, the most adept

Words Janice Henshaw Photos Sarah Hartley Photography This custom-built, three-level home offers elegant comfort and a welcoming environment for family and friends. From the huge wall of ocean-side windows, there is an incredible dynamic ocean view of Oak Bay. Nearby is the Bowker Creek estuary; eagles and herons fly by at eye level. Homeowners Charlotte

Words Tasleem Jessani, Mango Tango Interiors & Simplified Living Solutions Feng Shui, a traditional Chinese practice, is the art and science of arranging living spaces to create harmony and balance with the natural world. The term "Feng Shui" translates to "wind" (Feng) and "water" (Shui), symbolizing the flow of energy (Qi or Chi) through the