THE HUB DECEMBER 2022

THEHUB FREE HALDIMAND & NORFOLK MAGAZINE

VOLUME 10 ISSUE 12 www.HubMedia.info

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December 2022

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Christmas Memories By: Dave Scott I asked a close friend, "What is your first memory of Christmas? The first thing that pops into your mind? Quick!"

He smiled widely and told me his first thought was cutting out a string of snowflakes at school.

Mine was the Christmas sale at Port Dover Public School. I remember walking into the school, out of the freshly fallen snow, and hearing Christmas music playing. They had turned the gym into a winter wonderland. It seemed like everyone was happy and greeting one another. I thought, oh, this is Christmas! I cannot explain why it is so clear, but it provides comfort when I reflect on the joy of that moment so many Christmases ago!

We all have memories that can bring on a wide range of emotions at Christmas. Hold the positive experiences a little closer. Let them be the foundation for your holiday season.

Connect with those around you who have a positive outlook. You can watch your favourite movie or listen to Christmas music that puts a smile on your face. Make some Yuletide treats to share with the neighbours. Try something new for your season of joy, go carolling, or make a snow person!

Whatever you choose, do it for you and enjoy the ones you are with. Embrace the opportunity to laugh, smile and share kindness. We all have only so many moments to share.

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ANGER: A NEGATIVE EMOTION “How much more harmful are the consequences of anger than the circumstances that aroused them in us.” ~ Marcus Aurelius “Any person capable of angering you becomes your master; he can anger you only when you permit yourself to be disturbed by him.” ~ Epictetus “Whatever is begun in anger ends in shame.” ~ Benjamin Franklin

In 2000, after a tight election campaign, the voters of Missouri elected their state Governor to the US Senate. Three weeks earlier, he had perished in a plane crash. His death had occurred too late for the ballots to be reprinted. His widow was appointed to the seat after he won the vote – 51% to 49%. The defeated candidate refused to protest the election despite immense pressure from his party, stating simply that the people had spoken.

It is only a little over twenty years later, but can you even imagine someone, in a similar position, having the grace to do that today? The political world is stoked by anger, meanness and violence.

People seem to feel that it is acceptable to lash out in anger, even on subjects they know little about. Why are so many so prone to act out, especially on baseless information? We are living in an age of vast discontent.

If all of us, at the individual level, look within ourselves, can we do a better job of managing our anger and our quick reactions to anything that displeases us?

In 1955, I was a sixer in a cub scout pack.

Regional jamborees were a highlight for cubs everywhere. Boys went to them for adventure, to see new places, to meet new people and to participate in challenges in competition with other packs. I went primarily for one reason – to win. My strongest recollection is of one big jamboree that summer. Each of us could participate in a restricted number of events. So I was limited in how much I could personally influence the overall results. That in itself put me on edge and I became frustrated when our pack was not doing as well as I thought we could. It boiled over and I got angry at members of my own pack, which included some of my close friends. My parents were in attendance, as were many others. It was completely evident to everyone that I was out of line. My mom marched me off away from all the activities. She walked me quickly over to our car and ordered me to get in and stay there – period. She then went back, joined my dad and watched the rest of the jamboree, likely cheering and supporting everyone else.

That took place 67 years ago. The lessons learned resonate with me to this day. I am not the centre of the universe. I was completely selfish and not in control of my emotions. I had so much to learn about being a good human.

My mom was stern and unequivocal with me. At the same time, she had the capacity to not let me ruin her day as she left me alone to think about how I had acted. What a treasured and poignant memory it all is for me. Mom died the next year.

Much later, as a teacher, one of my goals was to not lose my temper with any student during the school year. Some years I made it; some years I didn’t. But I always worked toward that goal and I kept getting better at seeing the big picture. I still have to be careful at times, but I rarely lose my temper anymore.

Certainly, anger is a normal emotion and almost everyone experiences it at least occasionally.

However, if one overuses it or is not able to control the urge, problems will likely result in relationships and at work. The quality of one’s life can be adversely affected.

Anger is an integral part of the body’s natural “fight, flight or freeze” system which helps protect us from danger or threat. However, high levels of anger, especially unresolved anger, can have a negative impact on our health. In fact, it

has been linked to higher levels of inflammation in adults.

What are the main causes of anger? A person might become angry if they feel: frustrated, disrespected, unfairly treated, deceived or threatened. Circumstances that may trigger such feelings include: certain memories, personal problems that cause excess worrying, physical or psychological pain, unpleasant environmental conditions, the feeling that goals are unachievable, personal offence due to something unfair, frustrating events or problems that someone has caused for them. Anger can also play a role in grief.

What can a person do to control the feeling of anger, as opposed to having the feeling control them? Try to recognize the warning signs in yourself, pause before reacting, listen, find a distraction, work on changing any personal negative thought patterns, and perhaps use relaxation techniques. In every situation, there is a space between the stimulus and your reaction.

It is up to you to control what happens in that space. That is part of the quest to be the best person you can be.

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Health, vitality, and wellness are contingent upon many factors. You likely have read or heard me discuss food as fuel first, then as fun. Our food choices have the ability to support us but can also escalate negative health situations and conditions.

A vast number of my clients in my home practice, our patients at the Apothecary, family members, and those I speak with out and about, are sharing a very common issue.

An astounding number of people in our society are suffering from “Mealancholy” (meal + melancholy)!

These feelings are typically transient, hardly new to most of us at one time or another.

There are certainly no limits on the potential reasons people may feel this way periodically. The bottom line is that these feelings, unchecked, can contribute to, or cause conditions related to our overall health and wellbeing. Mental and emotional health matter. Self-care is often neglected when this melancholic state of mind sneaks up upon us. This can create a pattern of negative spiral effects as inferior food

**If these feelings are arising more frequently and with more severity, please speak with a qualified healthcare professional to get the help and support you need. None of us should suffer alone or in silence.

Melancholy, while there are many definitions and applications for the word, for this article, my concern is that I am seeing an upward swing in our communities of, suggestions or expressions of sadness or depression of mind or spirit.

Many people are reporting concerns about the current economy. Food scarcity/ insecurity, financial concerns, loneliness, “food” boredom (we all get into ruts with food prep ideas), mobility issues or restriction due to injury, illness, poor health, and dietary or digestive challenges are just a few of the reasons we may not be eating well.

As a society, we can be better, do better and feel better, by finding fun and creative ways of working together while feeding body, mind, and soul. Each of us has the power to make a difference (it’s one of the reasons I write these articles). If we understand we aren’t alone and that others are dealing with similar issues, we are likely to be more open. Helping others also helps us!

Meal prep can be fun! When you gather with others, it is an experience that can nourish your body, mind, and soul. Add in a few dashes of informative, everyday, nutrition strategies and nutrient-dense recipe ideas amongst friends (or soon-tobe friends) and we have a happier, healthier community.

On the menu as a “test pilot” project, I would like to invite you to sign up for my “Nourished Community Workshop”. This will be an interactive, two-hour nutrient/ recipe-based information and preparation demonstration. Topics will vary monthly, space is currently limited to 10 people (that may change according to demand).

Workshops will begin this December! Pre-Registration is required.

Topic 1 will be: Healthy & Easy, Budget Stretching Batch Prep Meals (Each workshop will include a handout and recipes for you) **Monday, December 12, 2022, and Wednesday, December 14, 2022 (10 am to noon), are the first available dates. The cost of each workshop is $30 per person, *prepayment is required to hold your space, and a ballot will also be entered for a monthly draw prize!

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Hi, my name is Kevin, I usually interview others for The Hub magazine, but I thought it would be fun to interview myself about a dance that I’m hosting!

How did it get started?

Well it all started when the first dance that was held at the Moose Lodge, hosted by someone else, ended. Other people tried to keep it going at other locations, but it didn’t work. We were without dances for a while, so I decided to start them up again. I tried at one location, but it was costing too much, then I asked the owner of the Rack ‘N’ Q, and she was nice enough to let me use the hall for free.

Why did I decide to take on the challenge of hosting the dances?

It was a personal goal to host the dances. I decided to start them, but then Covid hit, so they have been on hold for 2 years. Now is the time for a new chapter of the dances. I also wanted to prove that people with disabilities can do things for their community and that everybody is equal and able to participate in activities.

Where are the dances held, and what is the cost?

They will be held at the Rack ‘N’ Q. The address is 65 Norfolk Street, South. The dances will be on the first Sunday of each month from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm and the admission is $5.

Who are the dances open to?

Everybody is welcome!

Will there be refreshments?

Yes, snacks and drinks will be available to purchase.

What am I hoping to see in the future for the dances?

I am hoping this can be an ongoing event for our community. It will be a friendly, social dance. Come out and meet new people and maybe make some new friends.

I will look forward to seeing you there!!

Thank you,

Kevin

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