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Mel Robbins Podcasts
Mel Robbins is the creator and host of the award-winning The Mel Robbins Podcast, one of the most successful podcasts in the world, and a #1 New York Times bestselling author. She has amassed 40 million followers online and is one of the most respected experts in mindset, life improvement, and behaviour change. The Wall Street Journal calls her a “billion-view podcaster” and TIME Magazine says she gives millions of listeners around the globe “a reason to believe in themselves
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8 hours ago1 min read


Welcome to the Wellness Corner Blog
We genuinely hope this section of our website helps the many seniors who may find it challenging to adapt to retired life. The days when you were relied upon for decision-making and engaged in daily conversations at work are behind you. You felt valued and were an essential part of a team, active and productive. In retirement, many of those feelings may not be as prominent. You might find that your free time is becoming more of a hindrance than an opportunity to explore new p
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18 hours ago1 min read


The Importance of Mental Wellness for Seniors
Mental wellness is not just the absence of mental illness. It encompasses emotional, psychological, and social well-being among other matters that impact ones life. For seniors, maintaining mental wellness is vital for several reasons: Quality of Life : Good mental health contributes to a higher quality of life. Seniors who feel mentally well are more likely to engage in activities they enjoy and maintain social connections. Physical Health : Mental wellness is closely linked
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2 days ago3 min read


My "WHY"
INTRODUCTION First off, I would like to introduce myself. My name is Mike Joy. I am a retired firefighter having served a 30 year career with the City of Vancouver. I retired with the rank of Captain in 2005. In fact as I pen this, it is on the eve of my retirement some 20 years ago. to the day. I am also the current Provincial Secretary of the Municipal Pension Retirees' Association (MPRA) and the creator of this web site. Shortly after taking on my role last year, I pr
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4 days ago7 min read


Anxiety and How to Heal It!
Mel Robbins recommends changing the perception of anxiety by recognizing it as a common emotion and shifting your language from "I have anxiety" to "I feel anxious." She also advises using phrases like "what if it all works out" to combat negative thought patterns and "no matter what happens today, I can handle it" to build resilience. Additionally, she suggests calming the nervous system by grounding yourself in the body with techniques such as breathing.
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Nov 101 min read


Dr. Gabor Maté on How to Heal Trauma
Dr. Gabor Maté's approach to healing trauma emphasizes understanding the root causes of trauma and the impact of childhood experiences on adult life. He differentiates between "Big T" traumas, such as abuse, and "Little T" traumas, like emotional neglect, and explains their lasting effects on stress responses, relationships, and well-being. Maté encourages self-compassion and understanding trauma as an internal response to pain rather than a flaw. He advocates for compassiona
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Nov 101 min read

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