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VOLUME 13 ISSUE 05

By Dave Scott

Let's talk about fear.

I remember being in a real-life fear situation as a five-year-old. It was scary, life-threatening and overwhelming. It likely plays a part in my life to this day. I'm always very cautious and aware when I do things, the people I'm around, and how scenarios could go down. I have always been more apprehensive about situations than most people, even from a young age, and I'm okay with that.

Fear can stick with us in one form or another, which can be good or bad. It can teach you about yourself and how to cope, or in other cases, it might create anxiety, telling your brain there's a danger when there is none. You may avoid circumstances because a fear that was formed a long time ago has a residual effect and keeps haunting you to this day.

The other part I want to examine is how fear works today in the media and society.

Many political or commercial ads are feardriven to motivate you to listen, believe, and buy something. We may not wish to fear, but we want to see what's going on so we are aware and prepared. There is a

backwardness to the process because fear then drives us and creates situations where we're almost paranoid about doing anything. It handcuffs us as a society all the way around.

To what degree can we fight this, and how do we combat it? We can reduce the amount of time we spend on social media. When we are on it, we must look at the value of our reading, check the source, see where it's coming from, and understand if it's legitimate. We need to do these things today to ensure we get the correct information. It boils down to your choices. So be your own best defence. Do the research and find the answers.

If something fearful in your life is causing anxiety or making you nervous about certain situations, talk to somebody. Find a health or mental health expert who can help support and guide you.

I'm 60 years old, and I've seen different things come and go throughout my life. I always say, "Okay, we're gonna get through this." Sometimes, it's hard; that's the reality.

Life is never easy, but you find your way and

keep trying to grow as a person, family, society, and community.

Let's put the phone away, turn the computer off, and go for a walk in the woods or do something else to shift our focus. This will rekindle our imagination, give us perspective on life, and put fear back where it belongs.

We might not want to have these discussions, but we need to address these issues and have conversations to help each other move forward.

That's important. We're letting strangers dictate our fear and tell us what's right and wrong and who we need to be. Let's shift back to basics, connect with our neighbours, and get back to a time when we all knew each other and had a say.

This is just my opinion. Do what you think best, but I ask you to take the time to look at where you're going in your life, consider what is steering your thinking, and consider making a little shift.

Open your mind to different ideas and concepts.

Talk to somebody who holds different views.

That's all I have today, my little Hub Media rant.

I wanted to get that out there so we understand what's happening and can start working together. Take care, and have a great day!

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By: Dave Scott

How much stock should I put into what my kids heard or saw growing up? There was always food on the table, and when we could afford to do things, we did, but financially, there were always challenges. As business owners, you just never knew what the next big problem would be around the corner.

The college fund had to be done, along with the never-ending mortgage payment. The rising cost of utilities seemed to rotate constantly from one service to the next.

Don't get me started on insurance rates. Car, home, and health insurance were money pits that rarely came to the rescue. We have all had these conversations with our partners as we looked for that sweet spot of security and consistency.

Now think about it, at one point or another, our kids probably heard the conversations, saw the tiredness in our eyes, the worry on our faces, or felt the weariness in our goodbye waves as we headed off to work for another day of trying to make a go of it.

We do our best to keep the family moving in the right direction, but at what cost? Health concerns like heart problems, sore knees and backaches grow as we age. Others might deal with cancer or diabetes... Our kids watch us grow old, perhaps before our time.

Nowadays, some folks consider kids lazy. But then again, some folks considered my generation lazy!

Today, I see a future generation that grew up watching how hard it was for

their parents. Young adults who recognize all the above as a crazy way to live. They saw us as working, not living.

They have decided it is not for them and choose to live first and work second. They see the struggles as not worth the effort. What we saw as hills to climb to survive, they see as mountains.

I cannot blame them. Today's world can be cold and dark. They look at a job in short life segments, a year or two, and if they don't like it, they leave sooner. I wouldn't have been able to do that when I was young, as jobs were a little more difficult to come by then.

Kids today see things like insurance and banks as scams and are looking for different solutions for their economic growth and livelihood. Like you and me, the old ways are fading. Like it or not, this is where the world is heading. We have had our shot.

From a young age, we told our kids they could be anything. They should have adventures, be happy at what they do, stand up to the bullies, and stay the course. They should believe in themselves, help others, be strong, and follow their hearts. They should accept folks for who they are and treat everyone as equals.

It seems they listened to us. They are doing what we told them! We should be proud and supportive, not annoyed. Our kids realize they do not need our lifestyle to be happy.

They are fearless. As we age, we can learn something from our kids.

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"Worry never robs tomorrow of its sorrow. It only saps today of its joy." ~ Leo Buscaglio "Even the darkest night will end and the sun will rise." ~ Victor Hugo

We are living through turbulent and troubled political times. Each day seems to bring more chaos. I don't want it to consume me. I will simply try to be my best. I keep up with the daily news in order to be informed about the world and as a matter of interest, but I don't wish to get involved in overly partisan discussions. The person with an opposing point of view likely believes they are right equally as much as I do.

Our world has some of the same kinds of people it has always had: bullies, crooks, overconfident idiots. We get our revenge by not being like our enemies. We can live our lives well and enjoy the beauty around us.

So, what strategies might help a person be positive about life in these times of such political turmoil? We are fortunate that we live in a democracy where we have the freedom to vote for candidates of our choice. It is our responsibility to become informed and to vote.

At the same time, we have our own lives to live.

For me, that centres around friends and family.

They are most worthy of my respect and thoughts, so I keep any frustration with the wider world off to one side.

I had been planning and dreaming of taking part this summer in the Last Annual Vol State Road Race, an iconic 314 mile adventure across the state of Tennessee. However, due to recent revision knee replacement surgery, I have had to withdraw. Maybe it will happen another year.

This was a bit of a letdown and I didn't have a substitute for it until a short while ago. Now, there is a new goal. I am going to take part in the forthcoming Hike for Hospice.

The Hike for Hospice is a 5k that will take place at Silver Lake Park in Port Dover on June 1. The organizers aim to raise $40,000 for the Norfolk Haldimand Community Hospice's current programs, which provide hospice palliative care education, compassionate caregiver and family support, bereavement services, spiritual care and grief programs for children and adults. The focus of this fundraising effort is to enable the continuation of these support programs and to raise awareness while working towards the ultimate goal, the establishment of a Centre for Hospice Palliative Care in Haldimand Norfolk.

Each of us can do a little; together, we can do a lot. As participants in the Hike, my friend Sandy and I (team name: Charlie and One Angel) are

hoping to walk a marathon. Sandy surprisingly agreed that it might be alright for me to try to go that far just three months after my operation.

And she, too, is recovering from a serious knee operation. But we believe so strongly in the worthiness of the cause that we want to at least try. Event organizers have given us permission to start early and finish late. We promise to try our hardest while not endangering our knees.

A few weeks after beginning my rehab, I had another setback. Progress increasing my knee flexion came to a halt as a result of a severe years-long build-up of scar tissue in the surrounding area. My surgeon suggested another procedure, manipulation under anaesthetic, and I returned to Brantford General Hospital in April. He manually bent my new knee back and forth while I was under a general anaesthetic. Once again, I am making progress and have six weeks to prepare for the fundraising walk. Of course, I would still like to be able to complete a marathon (42k), but I will settle for whatever distance my body reasonably allows me to do that day. Daily walks of increasing distances are about to begin. I've been through this regimen many times before.

An actual hospice someday in our area will be a beacon of hope and support for end-of-life care.

It will provide dignity, making the final days easier for those dying and for their families and caregivers. Both Sandy and I have been through the pain of losing close family members, so we know only too well the harsh realities and the overwhelming grief.

Any donations would be appreciated. We would also welcome any readers who might wish to come out and share a lap or two with us during our long day (Sunday, June 1) as we move forward, one step at a time. The more people we get to participate and support the vision, the sooner the dream of a local hospice will become a much-needed reality.

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Lori Broughton and Dave explore the three states of the polyvagal system (ventral, sympathetic, and dorsal), and how these states affect emotional regulation and interpersonal connections.

In this engaging conversation, Dr. Amber McKnight discusses her role as an optometrist at Simcoe Optometric Clinic, emphasizing the importance of eye care and regular checkups.

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Additionally, they touch on the community engagement aspect of care, emphasizing the positive impact of physical activity and social interaction on mental health.

Katie Sinkowski, a graphic designer and business owner, talks to Dave about the importance of customer service, the evolution of branding, and the impact of design on community businesses.

Katie shares her insights on the significance of understanding a client's needs, the power of marketing, and the role of consistency in branding.

Lill Petrella and Dave discuss the significant impact of social media on mental health, particularly how it can foster fear, anger, and hate.

The discussion also covers strategies for managing mental health, including the importance of taking breaks from social media, engaging in physical activity, and the concept of mental health days to promote overall wellbeing.

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I always hope my articles help others bring their attention back to themselves, even if only for a few minutes, to check in. Our ability to bring our awareness back to ourselves, to a state of balance/homeostasis and connection, is a crucial piece of the puzzle of overall health and wellness. The interplay of mind, body and spirit is what we now know as psychoneuroimmunology. (Wow, what a beautiful word!) Once again, Hippocrates, for the win, said, "It is more important to know

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Having experienced my own health challenges over the years and supporting many others on their own journeys has inspired me to research and investigate the correlations of unresolved blockages/wounds/freeze patterns as they pertain to overall wellness and resiliency.

Carrying said patterns or resistances? How often have you thought an old wound was dealt with and buried? Emotions, thoughts, and feelings are not just in your head, heart, or memory. They can carry weight and pack a punch with a cascade of hormones and chemicals, causing real, physical responses in your body.

Suppressed feelings and emotions such as fear, anger, rejection, shame, ridicule, disappointment, denial, insecurity, loneliness, lack of nurturing or support, and abuse are just a few of the things we may store as wounds.

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You may recognize that feeling of, Wow, that just came out of left field. I thought I was over that. It is a PTSD response that sends the very same cascade of chemicals and hormones through your brain and body as if the situation had just now occurred. That, over time, can create dis-ease patterns within our bodies.

Certain personality types have also been clearly identified as having poorer outcomes or recurrences of disease. If you or someone you care about seems to be experiencing a litany of health challenges, and your immune system has gone AWOL, perhaps you have auto-immune issues.

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