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10 Reasons to Say
No More Often
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Kim Watt, Registered Clinical Counsellor
With endless work deadlines, social engagements, family responsibilities, and the hope for some self-care, it can feel like we're in a constant battle with time.
Learning to say no more often just might be the solution. Appreciating your need for some "me time" is one of the greatest gifts you can give yourself. When we can simply pause, we restore, realign, re-calibrate. And sometimes, we have to sacrifice the part of us that wants to please others in order to find time for recharging. In other words: we have to say no. Here are ten reasons to embrace the power of saying no (and some tips for how to say it with kindness and integrity).
1. There's no "right" way to say no: you can find a way that works for you.
Take the pressure off. We live in a culture that respects busyness. We're in awe of people who seem like they do it all. Or we don't want to let people down because we're afraid we'll appear rude, that conflict might arise, or bridges may be burned. But I've realized these perceptions are ultimately misconceptions - at the end of the day, it's about how you say no. And a great reason to embrace saying no is realizing that it's simply a way of respecting and valuing your time and space.
To get you started on thinking of compassionate ways to say no, here are a few scripts to begin saying no with respect and authenticity:
- "Now's not a good time as I'm in the middle of something. How about we reconnect at X time?"
- "Let me think about it first and I'll get back to you."
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Summer has arrived early!
The hot days of summer are here and
with the warm weather comes getting outside for BBQs
with friends and family, relaxing days at the beach, and all round fun in the sun!
We hope that you get a chance to enjoy all this wonderful weather and if in all the fun you overdo things a bit, give us a call to schedule a tune-up!
The Performance Integrated Health Team
 Happening this month:
The 400km Ride 2 Survive on Saturday June 20th is the Canadian Cancer Society's largest independent fundraising event. RMT Kelsy Kunzli is riding again this year - we wish her a safe ride. Donate here!
Dr. Garret Kusch is currently assisting the Canadian Men's National Soccer Team in Florida and The Dominican Republic as the team Chiropractor. He will be returning to work June 18th.
Dr. Ryan Flatt is competing this Sunday, June 14th in the
Victoria
1/2 Ironman at Elk Lake
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We wish him great weather and good luck!
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Father's Day - Sunday, June 21st
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Check out 50 different species of trees as you
walk through Redwood Park, 20th Ave - Surrey.
Check out the trains at Stewart Farm
Father's Day at the Farm! The Greater Vancouver Railway club with be at the Historic Stewart Farm with large scale trains chugging around the grounds.
And for something a little different - How about a Brewery Tour? Previous Office Manager Monica is working with Vancouver Brewery Tours and on Father's Day there is a tour departing Waterfront Station @ 1pm. 3 breweries in 3 hours. Check it out!
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Are you getting enough sleep?
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It's no secret that a good night sleep is important for our overall health. A lack of sleep has been linked to everything from Type 2 Diabetes and hormone disruption to weight gain and poor memory. In fact, the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) are calling insufficient sleep a public health epidemic.
While we may not be able to force ourselves to sleep, there are several things we can do to improve the quality of our sleep and in turn the quality of our day in a consistent and effective manner.
Here are five "sleep hacks" from Precision Nutrition's Dr. John Berardi to help you get the sleep you need. Read the article.
Dr. Rachel Statz
Chiropractor
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What is Glutathione? Q&A
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| What is Glutathione? Glutathione is a molecule made up of three amino acids, Cysteine, Glycine and Glutamine that is endogenously made in every living cell. This tri-peptide's key ingredient is sulfur. Sulfur is a sticky and smelly molecule that acts as a fly paper in the body. All the bad things in the body such as free radicals or heavy metals (like mercury) stick onto it. Is Glutathione Safe? Not only it is safe but it is absolutely critical and necessary for every detoxification or immune function in the body. How Does Glutathione Help Me? Normally glutathione is recycled in the body except for when the toxic load becomes too great. With constant exposure to airborne pollutants, heavy metals from foods or fillings (cosmetics), or radiation from electronics, the glutathione levels in most people become deficient. This is where most chronic diseases and illnesses happen. Studies show raising your glutathione levels can help prevent aging, cancer, heart disease, dementia, Alzheimer's, autism and many more. How Can I Get Glutathione? Oral glutathione is quickly broken down in the gut, so much of its benefit is lost. Some studies show that supplementation through glutathione precursors can help raise the levels. These include N-acetylcysteine, Alpha Lipoic Acid, Vitamins B, C, and E, as well as some minerals such as Selenium. Also consuming sulfur rich foods are helpful. The most effective way however is through IV treatments, which are offered at Performance Integrated Health. Who Will Benefit From Taking Glutathione? Everyone! Glutathione is critical in boosting your immune system in fighting off infections and preventing disease. It is also an integral part of your detoxification pathway. Most importantly it helps you reach your absolute best mental and physical function. Studies have shown that an increased glutathione levels decrease muscle damage, reduce recovery time, increase strength and endurance and shift metabolism from fat production to muscle development. What Are Some Common Side Effects Of Glutathione? An increase in energy, clearer thoughts, better ability to fight off illnesses, deeper more restful sleep, clearer skin, better vision and an overall well-being that cannot be compared to the intake of any supplements.  Dr. Tavakoli offers Glutathione injections at Performance Integrated Health. If you would like to learn more about Glutathione, Dr. Tavakoli offers complimentary 15 minute consultations.
Dr. Kathrine Tavakoli
Naturopathic Physician
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How to Celebrate Stepdads on Father's Day
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Celebrating Stepfathers on Father's Day: A Challenging Situation
If only all family dynamics for Father's Day were as simple, loving, and straightforward as the prose in store-bought greeting cards portray them to be.
For most families, Father's Day is no longer a simple day of celebration, in honour of that one special person at the centre of his family. Did you know that in Canada, the majority of families are no longer intact biological or nuclear units (one mother and one father) but instead, are some variation on a stepfamily with multiple partners, spouses, and parents involved in the raising of children?
- The divorce rate for first marriages is between 40% and 50% (depending on where you live),
- The remarriage or re-coupling rate is about 75%, and
- There is a 66% chance that new unions involving children will dissolve.
So, with many of us living in step families or blended families instead of nuclear families, and with our chances of making a success of our new families being less than one in three, Father's Day can be a very complicated and confusing occasion.
For those children growing up with a stepdad, in even the best of relationships, Father's Day can cause the biological parent, stepparent, and child feelings of disloyalty, envy, and even sadness. But it doesn't have to. With determination among the adults involved to put aside any differences (if there are any) for the emotional benefit of the child, Father's Day can strengthen a child's bond with both the stepfather and the biological father.
Unfortunately, there is no manners fairy who can wave her wand, say a few gracious words, and make the day magical in every way. In reality, every family situation is so unique that there are no magic words that could possibly be perfect for everyone. With that in mind, here are some things that might help the day go more smoothly.
- Don't be afraid of the word stepparent. Sure, it's gotten a bad rap from children's fairy tales, but in reality it's a compliment. It means you've "stepped" into the role of a parent in the life of a child.
- If a child is close to both her dad and stepdad, she should be encouraged to buy or make a gift and/or card for each. It's vital for a child to not feel as if she must choose sides between a birth parent and a stepparent.
- Even if the child's biological father left, doesn't show up much, and rarely pays his child support, don't let that stop the child from expressing his love for his dad. DNA tugs hard at the heart and to tell a child, "Daddy's no good," is harmful to the child. Show the other parent respect, in this case, not because he's a dream dad, but because he's your child's other parent.
- If your child knows you're angry with Daddy, he or she is probably hesitant to bring up the subject of contacting him. You could lead this conversation by saying something like, "You know your dad and I don't always get along and sometimes I'm angry with him. But that's between your dad and me. I know Father's Day is coming up soon. Would you like to (send a card, call him, see him, or so on)?"
For references and further reading on this topic
click here.
Kim Watt Clinical Counsellor
*Kim offers free 15 minute consultations - call reception to set up a time. 604 535 7705
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