What if the future of healthcare in Nova Scotia depends just as much on choirs, movement classes, storytelling circles, and cultural gathering spaces as it does on surgical suites and emergency rooms?

Across our province, conversations about healthcare often focus on hospital beds, physician shortages, and expanding acute care services. These are important. They save lives. But they are also reactive systems — responding once illness has already progressed.

At the Greenwell Center, we invite a different question:

What reduces the need for hospitalization in the first place?

The Biology of Belonging

Chronic stress, isolation, and nervous system dysregulation are among the strongest predictors of declining health. They contribute to heart disease, anxiety, depression, immune dysfunction, cognitive decline, and chronic inflammation.

These are not abstract ideas — they are measurable physiological responses.

The World Health Organization has documented the role of arts participation in improving mental and physical health outcomes, including reductions in anxiety and depression, improvements in cognitive resilience, and strengthened social cohesion.

When people sing together, breath deepens and vagal tone improves.
When people practice Tai Chi and Yoga, balance, coordination, and heart coherence strengthen.
When communities gather in storytelling and creative expression, isolation decreases and belonging increases.

These are preventative health interventions.

The Role of Arts, Tourism, and Culture in Healthcare

In rural communities especially, tourism centres and cultural spaces have long served as more than information booths. They are gathering points. They are hubs of local knowledge. They are bridges between visitors and the lived experience of place. They are the knowledge of the people and the hidden opportunities happening that day, and experiences which our tourists seek by coming to our province and to Cape Breton Island in particular.

If tourism shifts online to outdated platforms that can’t respond the every day details, we face an opportunity. What if tourism was considered through a wellness eye, with the focus on breaks for travelers seeking local knowledge, a break from the travels, and an innovative wellness opportunity to change their experience of what culture provides in our communities.

What if these spaces evolve into Community Wellness and Arts Hubs? The Judique Interpretive Centre is a perfect example, along with the Chestico Museum, and An Drochaid in Mabou, as they inspire music, dance, culture and historical value to the tourist experience.

Instead of distributing brochures, they could continue to offer and advance programming from a wellness lens for travelers and locals:

• Movement practices at sunrise
• Sound immersion evenings
• Storytelling gatherings
• Intergenerational creative workshops
• Cultural experiences rooted in nervous system regulation

Tourism becomes experiential wellness.
Culture becomes preventative healthcare.
Community becomes infrastructure.

Healthcare does not begin in the emergency room.
It begins in the body — and in relationship.

Tai Chi as a Wellness Plan

On April 25th, we will join the global celebration of World Tai Chi and Qigong Day — a day dedicated to highlighting Tai Chi and Qigong as accessible, evidence-informed wellness practices. Tai Chi Cape Breton has celebrated this day with special programming and gathering for over a decade. The program has now also expanded to highlight healthcare initiatives around the world. You can find them here.

Tai Chi is not simply gentle exercise.

It is:

• Nervous system training
• Balance and fall-prevention support
• Breath and cardiovascular regulation
• Emotional centering
• Community connection

As part of our ongoing commitment to preventative wellness, the Greenwell Center will be offering Tai Chi workshops in May, expanding opportunities for participants to experience this practice as a sustainable health strategy. Stay tuned for the full schedule.

Tai Chi teaches us that strength can be cultivated through softness.
Healthcare systems could learn from this wisdom.

The Healing Power of Sound

Sound is one of the fastest ways to influence the nervous system. Rhythm, vibration, and tone shift brainwave patterns and help the body move from stress response into regulation.

Our current Sound Workshops explore how intentional listening and vibration support emotional release, mental clarity, and physiological coherence. Our online Symphony of Radiance NeuroArts Wellness program offers a complete immersion into the power of sound, movement, art, poetry, writing, photography, and more.

Sound reminds us that healing is not always something we “do.”
Sometimes it is something we receive.

On Cape Breton Island, we have a rich heritage in music and dance, sound is central to how we live in our communities. From our tourism standpoint, we highlight the power of this culture through our museum programs, our community hall events, and our town celebrations throughout the year.

Artfilled Wellness Retreat – August

This August, the Greenwell Center will host the Artfilled Wellness Retreat, a deep exploration into the intersection of nervous system science, creative expression, and embodied awareness.

Participants will explore:

• NeuroArts and brain-body integration
• Expressive arts for emotional resilience
• Movement for regulation and renewal
• Creative processes that support transformation

The retreat is built on a simple yet powerful truth:

Creativity is not extracurricular.
It is regulatory.

In times of uncertainty and structural change, we need spaces where people can recalibrate — physically, emotionally, and socially.

A New Structure of Healthcare

If we continue to define healthcare only by hospitals and medical procedures, we will always be responding to crisis.

But if we broaden our definition to include:

• Arts participation
• Movement practices
• Cultural gathering
• Sound and storytelling
• Intergenerational connection

We begin to build a preventative model rooted in community resilience.

This is not about replacing hospitals.
It is about reducing the strain placed upon them.

The arts are not a luxury.
They are a pathway to regulated nervous systems, connected communities, and sustainable health.

At the Greenwell Center, we believe the future of healthcare includes culture, creativity, and embodied practice — not as add-ons, but as foundational elements.

We invite you to rethink what healthcare means.
We invite you to participate.
We invite you to experience wellness as something we create together.

Upcoming Opportunities

• Tai Chi Wellness Retreat in West Kelowna, BC with Wine Country Tai Chi Society – Mar 6 – 8
• World Tai Chi and Qigong Day – April 25
• Tai Chi Workshops – May
• Sound Workshops – Ongoing – Mar 1, Mar 21, Mar 22
• Artfilled Wellness Retreat – August
• World Sleep Day Mar 13, includes Sleep Challenge Workshop at Baddeck Public Library Mar 19, Sleep Challenges Workshop at NSCC CORAH Program in Port Hawkesbury Mar 20, Deep Dive into Sleep Challenges Workshop at NSCC CORAH program in Port Hawkesbury Mar 27.
• Breathing for Vitality at the Baddeck Public Library April 9
• BioEnergetic Essentials at the Baddeck Public Library May 7

Regular Programming: Tai Chi Cape Breton – Mon 9 am Hillsborough Hall, Wed 9 am Inverary Manor Music Room, Thurs 11:45 am Creignish Hall,

Tai Chi at the Baddeck Public Library on Sat mornings 9 am and 10:30 am.

Because healthcare is not only what happens when we are sick, it is what we practice every day.

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The ones held in our posture. The ones whispered through tension, breath, and sensation. The ones that shape how we see ourselves, how we interpret life, and how we move forward.

As we enter a new season, many of us feel the pull to reflect, reset, and realign. Yet true change rarely comes from force or fixing. It arises from awareness — from learning how to listen beneath the surface and giving ourselves permission to soften long‑held patterns.

This February 25th at 4 pm Atlantic, we are offering a new 90‑minute experiential workshop designed to do exactly that.

Where Body Awareness Meets Conscious Reflection

The Stories We Tell Ourselves is a live, online experiential workshop that gently explores the relationship between posture, inner narrative, energy, and conscious journaling. It is an invitation to slow down, listen inwardly, and reconnect with the wisdom already present within the body.

The stories we tell ourselves are not only mental constructs. They are shaped by lived experiences, emotional responses, and the ways our nervous system has learned to protect us. Over time, these stories become embodied — expressed through posture, movement habits, breath patterns, and energetic holding.

By bringing awareness to the body and offering intentional journaling prompts, we create a bridge between sensation and insight, between what we feel and how we interpret it.

Why Journaling With the Right Focus Matters

Journaling can be a powerful tool for mental health, clarity, and integration — but only when it is approached with the right intention.

This workshop does not use journaling as analysis or problem‑solving. Instead, it offers guided, compassionate prompts that:

• Support emotional regulation and nervous system ease
• Encourage curiosity rather than judgment
• Create space for insight without forcing outcomes
• Help participants notice and gently re‑author inner narratives

When journaling is paired with body awareness and gentle movement, it becomes a form of listening rather than doing. This combination allows new perspectives to emerge naturally — often revealing what we are ready to release, rewrite, or carry forward with greater harmony.

An Experiential Journey of Awareness and Choice

During this 90‑minute experience, participants are guided through a carefully held flow that supports both grounding and expansion:

• Arriving and grounding practices to create energetic safety and presence
• An Inner Smile meditation to harmonize organ systems and open internal space
• Posture awareness and gentle movement to notice how stress and belief patterns live in the body
• Two guided journaling experiences that invite listening first, then conscious re‑authoring
• Group reflection and integration, offering connection without pressure or spotlighting

A Soul‑Aligned Word is also introduced as a subtle companion throughout the workshop — not something to analyze, but something to notice as awareness deepens.

This approach supports participants in reclaiming authorship over their inner experience — not by changing who they are, but by softening the lens through which they see themselves.

Supporting Mental Health Through Embodied Awareness

Mental health is not just about what we think — it is deeply connected to how safe, supported, and present we feel in our bodies.

By integrating breath, posture awareness, movement, and reflective writing, this workshop helps participants:

• Feel more grounded and regulated
• Increase self‑compassion and emotional awareness
• Recognize unconscious stories that influence perception
• Develop practical tools for ongoing self‑care

The result is not a dramatic overhaul, but a gentle recalibration — one that supports clarity, resilience, and a renewed sense of choice.

What You’ll Receive

All participants receive:

• A live 90‑minute experiential workshop
• A posture handout and movement video list
• Conscious Insight Journal – Volume 1 (ebook)
• A 1‑page Reflection & Integration PDF to support continued journaling

Optional early‑bird add‑ons include a mini or full tea package and a printed journal, allowing tea to become a ritual anchor for reflection and integration in the weeks that follow, and a journal to hold and inspire you for more writing opportunities and insights.

A Space to Listen, Not Fix

This workshop is not about forcing change or fixing what feels uncomfortable.

It is about:

• Listening beneath habitual stories
• Softening held tension
• Bringing harmony to body, mind, and energy
• Choosing what you are ready to carry forward

If you are feeling called to reconnect with your inner voice, support your mental health through embodied awareness, or explore journaling as a compassionate and empowering practice, this experience offers a gentle place to begin.

Awareness is the doorway.
The body holds the wisdom.
The story can change.

Workshop Leaders

Dr. Michelle Greenwell Dr. Michelle Greenwell is a movement-based wellness educator, researcher, and creator of the BioEnergetic Wellness Formula, a holistic framework that supports self-empowered healing through intention, goal, awareness, activation, community, and intuition. With over four decades of experience spanning dance, Tai Chi, bioenergetic wellness with biofeedback, and integrative health education, Michelle guides participants in exploring how posture, movement, and energy reflect and shape inner narratives. She integrates gentle movement, reflective inquiry, and tea ritual to support embodied awareness and conscious choice.

Theresa (TJ) Stone Theresa Stone is an empathic psychic medium, intuitive soul coach, and energy facilitator devoted to guiding others to reconnect with their inner compass. Creator of the Conscious Insight Journal Series, she blends intentional journaling, energetic guidance, and sacred prompts to support deep transformation and soulful reflection. Theresa’s work helps participants awaken self-love, remember their wholeness, and align with the wisdom of their inner voice.

The Stories We Tell Ourselves is co‑led by Dr. Michelle Greenwell and Theresa (TJ) Stone, weaving movement‑based insight, intuitive journaling, and energetic presence into a supportive and nourishing experience.

To order the perfect tea for this workshop, please email Michelle – info@greenwellcenter.com. Together you can choose the right tea blend for you, and the size that will support your journey. Orders placed by Feb 10 should receive their tea in the mail, in time for the online event.

Early Bird Add-On: +$12 mini tea package or +$20 full tea package (before Feb 10)

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A Global Movement for Everyday Wellness

Building on the success of last year’s inaugural event, which reached participants around the world, the 2025 program takes wellness into the heart of where we spend much of our time—the workplace.
The newly released World Mental Health Day 2025 Journal, published by Waines Publishing – a division of the Greenwell Center, captures the essence of this initiative. Inside, readers will find affirmations, reflections, and easy-to-use practices drawn from the presentations to help transform daily routines into moments of mindfulness and balance.

From the boardroom to the home office, from leadership teams to front-line staff, the message is simple:

We no longer need to suffer in silence. Together, we engage in self-care throughout the day.

Taking Action: Your Mental Health Plan

Creating change begins with small, consistent actions. Here’s an action plan to begin integrating mental health awareness into your daily rhythm:

1. Begin your day with intention. Take a deep breath before checking emails. Feel your feet on the floor, and remind yourself that your presence matters. Check out these resources.
2. Build in mindful pauses. Between tasks or meetings, stretch, sip water, or breathe deeply. Even 30 seconds of awareness can reset your energy. Other tips in the book. Enjoy a few Tai Chi or Yoga moves also.
3. Connect with others. A kind word, shared tea break, or moment of gratitude can shift the energy of an entire team. Be sure to check out our TEAS with Intentions.
4. End your day with reflection. Ask: What restored me today? What might I do differently tomorrow?

Affirmations for Workplace Well-Being

Use these affirmations to begin reshaping habits and goals:

I give myself permission to pause and recharge.
Every moment of self-care strengthens my capacity to serve others.
I communicate openly and compassionately with my colleagues.
Wellness is a shared responsibility, and together we thrive.
Balance and peace begin with a single breath.

Explore the Journal & Join the Conversation

The World Mental Health Day 2025 Journal – Mental Health in the Workplace is now available for FREE through the Greenwell Center Shop, offering insights, handouts, and reflections from all presenters. It’s a beautiful companion to the live sessions, designed to guide you in creating wellness habits that support both your professional and personal life.

You can register for the free event and access all sessions and the handbook here:
https://www.iask.org/world-mental-health-day-2025

And be sure to visit the CanBeWell YouTube Channel
@canbewell9788
for ongoing videos, demonstrations, and interviews that bring these tools to life.

Together, We Thrive

Changing the culture of mental health begins when each of us chooses to engage—not just for ourselves, but for the collective good. By integrating wellness practices into our daily routines, we become catalysts for a new way of working and living—one rooted in awareness, compassion, and shared growth.

Let’s make this World Mental Health Day the beginning of a new rhythm of care, one mindful breath and one connected moment at a time.

Dr Michelle Greenwell, PhD CIH BioEW, has been a member of CanBeWell for almost 3 decades. The Leadership Team President since 2020, she delights in the programs, classes, workshops, events, and publications this organization is bringing forward for health and wellness, through BioEnergetic Wellness.

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Since 2007, the Dr. Rogers Prize has recognized researchers, practitioners, and innovators who have made significant contributions to advancing health, medicine, and healing. This nomination is an incredible honour and a testament to Dr. Greenwell’s lifelong dedication to holistic wellness and her leadership in expanding awareness of complementary and integrative health practices.

Over the past year, Dr. Greenwell has been at the forefront of several important initiatives:

Advancing Education – She has been actively supporting the development and growth of the MSc in Complementary and Integrative Health at Akamai University, mentoring future leaders in the field.

Global Mental Health Advocacy – On behalf of CIH programs, Dr. Greenwell played a key role in World Mental Health Day outreach, helping to bring global awareness to the power of integrative practices for mental wellness.

Innovating Through Movement – Her online movement programs have expanded the conversation around NeuroArts for Wellness, showcasing how movement, creativity, and bioenergetic awareness can transform health and resilience.

Sharing Voices of Change – Through her podcast, “Be Well with Dr. Michelle Greenwell,” she continues to spotlight leaders, practitioners, and inspiring stories that help listeners integrate wellness tools into daily life.

The nomination package was accompanied by strong letters of support recognizing Dr. Greenwell’s contributions to community, education, and leadership in advancing complementary health practices across Canada and beyond. As noted by the Dr. Rogers Prize Committee, the calibre of nominees this year is exceptionally high, making this recognition especially meaningful.

The 2025 winner will be announced later this Fall, but already this nomination highlights Dr. Greenwell’s vision and tireless efforts in bringing complementary and integrative health into the forefront of Canadian healthcare.

We invite you to learn more about the Dr. Rogers Prize and its impact here and to join us in celebrating this milestone.

Congratulations, Dr. Greenwell!

Dr Greenwell is President of the Canadian Association of BioEnergetic Wellness (2020-present), on the Board for Wine Country Tai Chi Society, Volunteer Instructor with Tai Chi Cape Breton, Co-coordinator of the Tuesday Toast and Tea Community Breakfast in Mabou, NS since Feb 2024, and Partnered with Marian Egan in Ireland for the Magnifying Peace Project.

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Magnifying Peace Project, Video #8, Tai Chi in the woods shares a little of the beauty, tranquility, serenity, connection, and sunshine that can feed your soul, elevate your mood, and bring a bit of chaos into order. For over thirty years I have studied and embodied the gifts of Tai Chi to support my mental, physical, and spiritual wellbeing. I love to find unique places to do a Tai Chi set and my favourite are in the woods, at the beach, or in my backyard.

As you consider the stress of the weight of the world on your shoulders, how are you supporting your body to release that stress? Do you have a movement plan that keeps you engaging and calming the nervous system? Do you have a group of people you love to gather with and share healing time?

As the volunteer instructor for Tai Chi Cape Breton, it is my distinct pleasure to support classes in Inverness County throughout the week. We enjoy connection, building community, supporting each other’s health challenges, finding relief from pain, sleeping better, lifting our moods, and leaving our practice feeling more peace than we did coming through the door.

Are you looking for something like this to help you feel, move, and live better? Consider our online or in-person classes at the Greenwell Center. And, I, Dr Michelle Greenwell PhD CIH BioEW, would be thrilled to have you join us. If you live in the West Kelowna, BC area, or Summerland, check out the classes for Wine Country Tai Chi Society and watch for the Tai Chi Wellness Retreat in March 2026.

Check out more videos at the Magnifying Peace Project Playlist on Youtube. And, enjoy the long version of the Tai Chi set in the woods.

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Explained in visual form on the Be Well with Dr Michelle Greenwell podcast, this is an indepth explanation of the formula.

The Podcast always includes the formula within its structure for a healing session while you listen.

Looking for more in-depth information about the BEW Formula? You can read the full journal article as taken from Dr Greenwell’s dissertation.

Are you ready to see the formula in action? Consider the upcoming events that have been shared. The BEW Formula is embedded in the way that Dr Greenwell presents her materials, and she highlights the power of including it in your day.

Wine Country Tai Chi Society Wellness Retreat – March 21-23

Touch for Health Kinesiology Association 50th Anniversary Conference There are several ways to interact…with the Energy Boosters before the morning and afternoon sessions, through the conference presentation: ‘The Power Behind our Touch for Health Techniques,’ and our post-conference two-day in-depth: ‘The Art of Music and Movement.’

Marathon Jam: Healing Through Music and Movement Join the special event to learn more about Building Resiliency, a special program created by Dr Michelle Greenwell with counselor and intuitive artist, Tanya Levy, and intuitive musician, Colin MacLeod. As part of the day, the special program will be a part of other workshops including Sarah Arnatt with somatic movement, and Lyn Koonce with healing through music. It will be a great day of discovery along with a Wine and Tea reception (with the Cape Breton Tea Company tea), and a Soup and Sing for connection and collaboration.

Closer to home you can join Dr Michelle for Level 3 and 4 of Touch for Health, Qi YINtegration, or Tai Chi Cape Breton. In-person and online, there is no reason for you not to have healing tools and techniques at your fingertips.

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We have had cancer in our family and amongst our friends and colleagues, and I made it a mission to have as much knowledge, resources, and contacts as possible to be able to respond from preparedness, rather than panic.

Knowing my desire to be prepared and to have learnt as much as I could about supporting cancer care at all levels for body, mind, and spirit, PLEASE, sign up for this special event.

Unlocking the Power of Healing at the Untangled Natural Cancer Healing Online Summit

Healing is a deeply personal journey, one that extends far beyond the physical realm to encompass the emotional, mental, and spiritual dimensions of our being. For individuals navigating the complexities of cancer care, the Untangled Healing Cancer Care Summit offers a transformative opportunity to explore cutting-edge insights, connect with a supportive community, and embrace holistic healing strategies.

The Intersection of Science and Holistic Healing

The summit brings together a distinguished panel of speakers, including leading oncologists, integrative medicine practitioners, nutritionists, psychologists, and wellness advocates. By integrating evidence-based research with holistic healing practices, these experts illuminate pathways to resilience and recovery.

Research shows that combining conventional cancer treatments with integrative approaches—such as mindfulness, movement therapies, and nutritional support—can improve quality of life and enhance treatment outcomes. A 2020 study published in Cancer found that patients engaging in mind-body practices experienced reduced fatigue and improved emotional well-being. Similarly, nutritional interventions tailored to individual needs have been linked to better treatment tolerance and immune system support.

Key Takeaways from the Summit’s Speakers

1. Empowering Emotional Resilience: The summit addresses the emotional toll of cancer, offering tools to manage anxiety, depression, and fear. Studies have shown that mindfulness practices, such as meditation and guided imagery, can significantly lower stress hormones and improve mood, creating a fertile ground for healing.
2. Optimizing Physical Health: Nutrition experts will discuss the critical role of diet in cancer care. Evidence suggests that anti-inflammatory and nutrient-rich diets can support recovery and reduce the risk of recurrence. Topics like the gut microbiome, plant-based eating, and supplements will be explored.
3. Harnessing the Mind-Body Connection: Movement therapies, including yoga and Tai Chi, have been proven to enhance physical strength, flexibility, and mental clarity. According to research in Psycho-Oncology, these practices also help regulate cortisol levels and improve sleep patterns.
4. Fostering Spiritual Connection: Many speakers delve into the transformative power of spirituality and purpose in healing. Spirituality, whether rooted in religion, personal beliefs, or connection to nature, has been associated with greater peace, hope, and coping skills.
5. Building Community and Support: The summit creates a sense of belonging, fostering connections among attendees who share similar journeys. Studies emphasize the importance of social support in reducing isolation and enhancing emotional resilience.

Dr Michelle Greenwell shares how you can prioritize the knowledge to fit your personal situation or the circumstances for a loved one. When so much valuable information is available, it is nice to know how to navigate the road map for optimum benefit, and less irrelevant details that can fall away. She also shares more of her family story and the tools in Tai Chi and dance that have also supported her. She explores the Pyramid of Health to help you realize where you need to focus your attention most.

Why Listening Matters

Each speaker’s story and expertise offer not just knowledge but inspiration. Attendees will hear firsthand accounts of triumph, strategies for overcoming challenges, and actionable steps to implement holistic practices. Research published in Health Psychology highlights that active participation in educational programs can improve patients’ sense of agency and adherence to wellness plans.

A Catalyst for Change

The Untangled Natural Cancer Healing Summit is more than an event; it is a movement that empowers individuals and families to reclaim their health and well-being. By attending and engaging with the summit’s wealth of resources, participants can:

• Gain Clarity: Navigate the overwhelming information around cancer care with expert guidance.
• Feel Inspired: Learn from individuals who have transformed their lives through holistic healing.
• Take Action: Implement practical tools for physical, emotional, and spiritual wellness.

Conclusion

The power of healing lies in the integration of mind, body, and spirit. The Untangled Natural Cancer Healing Summit offers a unique platform to access life-changing knowledge, connect with a compassionate community, and embrace a holistic approach to recovery. By listening to the extraordinary speakers and participating in this transformative experience, attendees can unlock their potential for healing and resilience.

As the evidence shows, the journey to wellness is not just about surviving—it’s about thriving. Join the summit to discover how you or your loved ones can untangle the complexities of cancer care and chart a path toward holistic healing.

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Hi Michelle, I just wanted to thank you for the Sleep I am enjoying…we do the belly rub/ ear rub and the Tai Chi movement you showed me at Sleep Class…hands up and hands down as you bend your knees…I am so grateful…this is a Big Deal for me as I have been sleep-deprived for years. The Tai chi movement started it all and the ears and belly just boosted it. Thank You Again Michelle!! Sometimes I sleep all night and others mostly might wake up to use the bathroom. Woo Hoo!! Have a wonderful day love. You are the Best!! Thank You for Being You, K and E, Port Hawkesbury CORAH program.

A private session with Michelle can often get to the root of the problem, and it is frequently habits that we have taken on and keep holding us hostage with disharmony through the systems. You can also start learning more about the tools that Michelle often recommends. You can see the introductory workshop she offered to CORAH in the spring of 2024.

Strength Building on the Stairs

I have to tell you Michelle that since you took the time to show us how to properly go up and down the stairs with the power of the feet, I have been making extra trips for my wife because I can do it so easily now. K.D. Mabou

I am so excited about using the stairs. I used to avoid them and would walk around to the other side of the building to avoid using them, or I wouldn’t shop at stores with stairs. Then you showed us how to properly use our power through our feet, and my life changed. I now find that I am taking my walks and looking for more stairs to use on my walk. R.B. Whycocomagh

I used to turn sideways and weight bare on my one foot and pull myself up the stairs or step heavily down the stairs. Since you taught us how to properly use the stairs I have been gaining strength in my legs and I find it a triumph to use the stairs. C.B. Inverness

Are you ready to change the way you approach strength and flexibility for daily activities? The Double Award-Winning Qi YINtegration program is a self-care program that you can do on your own. Just take one activity in the book and follow the video and instructions to change your daily habits.

Winner of the Living Now Book Awards Bronze Medal in 2018, it is also the recent recipient of the CanBeWell Legacy Leader Awards for 2024. This program is magic for posture, sitting tall, reducing brain fog, getting better sleep, strength on the stairs, and support for foot pain.

You can purchase your copy of the book in the shop, and get the video downloads to help you start your discoveries of simple posture techniques to transform your day with energy and vitality.

Purchase your hardcopy version here.

Purchase your e-book version here.

For those of you who are interested in learning more about Tai Chi and the foundations to help you continue to thrive and build resiliency, in-person classes are offered through the Tai Chi Cape Breton program found in the calendar on this website, and at www.winecountrytaichi.ca for those people in the West Kelowna area. Online class is Mondays from 9 – 10:30 am Atlantic.

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Natascha was an original owner of the company, and worked beside Dr Michelle to create special charts, connections with intentions, and ideations with the Western herbs choices for special recipe blends. Another award winner last night was Evelyn Mulders for her work with Whispering Herbs, that sparked and supplied research for the blends created at the Cape Breton Tea Company.

If you have not watched the special videos on her YouTube channel @michellegreenwell, listened to the Be Well with Dr Michelle Greenwell podcast, or sipped one of the delicious tea blends yet, what are you waiting for? With tea season at its peak over the holidays you want to get started today. Our tea is full of energy and vitality with the power of intentions and special herbal combinations (some very unique to Cape Breton Island). And, we have both a hard copy and e-version of the Tea with Intention Book – are you ready to really understand the energy of nutrition as you empower your day with the priority cup of tea for your wellbeing?

FYI!!! Launching this week are the Natalie MacMaster Set with her Holiday tour: Celtic Family Christmas. Opening in Calgary, Alberta at the Jubilee Auditorium, Fit as a Fiddle, Kitchen Party, and the Autograph will make their debut. If you have tickets to the shows in Calgary, Regina, Saskatoon, or Edmonton, be sure to stop at the merch table to get your tea. You can also find them in the shop, and we can have them ready to ship as soon as the postal strike is over!

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Resources for Seniors – The Baby Boomers!

Take the guesswork out of finding supportive resources for all your questions about living a joyful and healthy life into your older adult years. BabyBoomer.org vets their content for the best of the best, with a focus on the issues and topics that are near and dear to the population born before 1964.

The resources from the Greenwell Center for Holistic Health can be of great help to this age group. Michelle’s online movement classes, workshops, and resources are all geared towards living well at any age. Her in-person classes provide instant feedback and connection in a community setting.

Have you been listening to the podcast? There is a wealth of knowledge waiting for you to discover it. Have you accessed the publications and tea? Your day can be empowered by simple acts of personal kindness and love.

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