August 6, 2025

Cultivating Happiness Should Be on Our To-Do List

To several of my friends (who shall remain nameless 😉), happiness isn’t just a pleasant emotion—it’s a deliberate factor in their overall well-being: one that they treat as a priority, not a luxury. And scientific research confirms that...
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August 6, 2025

Gratitude Helps You Feel Better

French philosopher Jacques Maritain said, “Gratitude is the most exquisite form of courtesy.” More recent research shows that being grateful is more than polite; it may change your brain! Researchers in California conducted a study using an MRI...
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picture of Pete when he plays hockey
July 26, 2025

No Helmet, No Hashtags, No Problem

If you were born around here between 1952 and 1972, you probably remember what it felt like to grow up in a town where everyone knew your name—and your mom’s too. Back when your address was just “down...
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July 2, 2025

Summer Resolutions: Making the Most of July & August

Chatting with our clients made me realize that many locals set “summer resolutions”—easy-to-achieve seasonal goals that celebrate the best of our area. Unlike January resolutions, summer goals feel lighter, more enjoyable, and perfect for these warm, adventure-filled months....
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A male swimming with an ostomy
June 21, 2025

Summer Ostomy Tips from a Registered Practical Nurse

An ostomy doesn’t have to limit your summer. Here’s how to stay cool, active, and comfortable. Stay Hydrated – Drink water regularly. If you have an ileostomy, increased fluids are even more important during hot weather or after...
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June 18, 2025

Some Medications Can Make the Sun Less Fun. 

In our harsh and foreboding climate, we all look forward to summer and warm weather. Sunlight has many health benefits including raising moods, improving the immune system, and raising vitamin D levels. Sunlight can also lead to unwanted...
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Woman with hands around her neck, trying to alleviate pain.
May 14, 2025

When Your Whole Body Decides to Call in Sick

Fibromyalgia (FM) is a chronic disorder marked by widespread pain, heightened sensitivity to pressure, and a host of other debilitating symptoms including fatigue, sleep issues, depression, and cognitive problems often referred to as “fibro fog.” Though its exact...
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