Inspired by Episode 3 of the Be Well with Dr. Michelle Greenwell podcast with Ann-Marie Boudreau What if the way we understand the world could extend beyond our five familiar senses?What if sound had colour, emotions carried texture, and memories lived not only in the mind—but in the body? In Episode 3 of The Power […]
Cultivating Digestion, Immunity, and Blue Zone Resilience In traditional healing systems and modern research alike, one truth continues to surface: health is not something we fix—it is something we cultivate. Tai Chi, an ancient movement practice grounded in observation of nature, offers a living example of this principle. Through slow, intentional movement, breath awareness, and […]
Intuition, Art, Frequency, and the Power of What We Create Together We are delighted to announce that Marian Egan — Complementary Health Advisor & Coach, award-winning author, artist, creator, and international speaker — will be joining us from Ireland for the Cape Breton Island Energy & Arts Immersion Retreat in August 2026. Register here Marian […]
We’re pleased to feature another podcast from Dr. Gillian Lockitch, renowned physician and healthy aging expert, and a member of the SuperAging News Network. Chronic stress and burnout are often worn as a badge of honor, yet they can be powerful accelerators of biological aging. In my conversation with wellness entrepreneur and educator Erica Jones, […]
Throughout Earth’s history, life in temperate and polar zones has had to contend with the cold and darkness of winter. Across species, seasonal adaptation is the norm. Some animals hibernate, others migrate, and many reduce activity, conserve energy, and narrow their social and ecological range until conditions improve. These strategies evolved over millennia as reliable […]
Many businesses say they’re suffering from labour shortages, but what are their management practices and what measures could be put in place to retain experienced workers? In 2022, I conducted two studies on behalf of the Comité consultatif 45+ (Advisory Committee on Workers Aged 45 and Over), an organization whose members include Québec companies and […]
February invites us to focus on strength and connection—not just in our bodies, but in our daily lives, communities, and wellness practices. On Cape Breton Island, Tai Chi is helping individuals cultivate both through mindful movement, social engagement, and regular self-care routines. Blue Zone Principles in Everyday Life Blue Zones are areas around the world […]
In the fifth episode of Facing Dementia, Dr. Michelle Greenwell and Laurin Wittig open a conversation many people quietly avoid: the emotional reality that comes with illness and the anticipation of change. A diagnosis — or even the possibility of one — does not arrive in isolation. It brings fear, anger, grief, uncertainty, and a […]
February carries a quieter, more inward invitation. As winter continues to hold us in stillness, this month gently turns our attention toward relational wellbeing—how we connect to ourselves, to others, and to the deeper meaning we carry through challenge, illness, love, and resilience. As we mark Psychology Month, we are reminded of something foundational: mental […]
A powerful winter storm that left hundreds of thousands of people across the U.S. without power for days in freezing temperatures in late January 2026 has been linked to more than 80 deaths, and the cold weather is forecast to continue into February. Several East Coast states are also facing a new winter storm, forecast […]
