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JOYFUL JANUARY!

By Dave Scott Joyful January! Yep, you read that right! I have been thinking about how to spice up January to make it more fun!

I am looking at how to fill each day with a laugh and a smile.

To start each day, I will listen to one upbeat song from days gone by! It's funny how music can play such a big part in our lives. We must remember to use it to our advantage. Music makes our days brighter and allows us to think about the past and future all at once. It has always been a part of my life that I appreciate.

Of course, my morning walk will be cold and slippery this time of year, but I have my spikes and will dress warm. We forget the importance of getting outside and enjoying the weather (even when it is cold). You might not be able to be out for long, but you want to get going enough that your body feels like it's working and warms up.

That's the critical part, circulating your blood so you feel good from the inside out. I enjoy the cold weather. If you give it a chance, you might too.

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feel warmer, and just getting out for that little walk will make such a big difference in your day.

Another thing I'm going to do every day this January is I'm going to look up a joke. Something to make me smile and laugh, to make the day go by a little quicker, and to remind me of the importance of being alive and enjoying the moment. We should laugh and smile when we can!

Another challenge I'm issuing myself this winter is learning something new every week and setting aside a little time to investigate something that has been on my mind or that I am curious about.

As I age, I'm looking for more answers and am always intrigued by what I can learn.

I'm considering looking up old friends and reaching out to them. Life goes by too quickly. We sometimes forget about those folks who helped shape our lives. Let's share a moment and see how their lives are going. With everybody snuggled at home, January is a great time to reach out. Why not take that time to do a

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video chat or a phone call? Have fun with them and get to know your friends again.

April, and we will be back outside playing and doing all the fun stuff we want.

Don't let January get you down. Look at all the positives in your life. Before you know it, it will be

Have fun, and plan right now for a joyful January and a fabulous February, folks! Take care.

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Stress!

By Dr. Klein Beat Stress - Physically and mentally - It’s doing more harm than you might think.

Almost every health issue is brought about by stress, from insomnia and low energy levels through digestive issues and hair loss to more serious conditions such as depression, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, autoimmune diseases, and cancer.

Most of us consider stress as something that comes with life's challenges. Examples may include difficult relationships, financial strain, or being overworked. Lesser-known causes of stress include some harmful foods, pesticides, and food allergies.

Also, we get less sunlight in the winter, or there can be excess air pollution around in the winter, as the cold, dry air allows more pollutant particles to hover.

Whatever the cause of stress, our body responds to it to help manage it. It produces "stress hormones", such as adrenaline or cortisol, which help the body to function as well as possible in response to these stressors. This works

for a while, but eventually, if stress persists, things start breaking down, and the stress hormones turn from being an asset to being a liability and putting a burden on physical and mental well-being.

Different stressors may require different types of interventions, and it is up to every person to determine what is best for her or him.

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Running In the silver light of early morning A single tear falls without warning Perhaps if I just increase the pace A coming sun will shine upon my face The Hub published "Running and Mental Health" in January 2016, and its content remains relevant today.

When I'm feeling down, I find it best to step outdoors. That always seems to work for me. I do some yard work, go for a walk with the dog or go for a run. The more I do or the further I go, the better I feel afterwards. I feel a connection between physical activity, especially running, and mental peace.

Numerous studies have shown that regular exercise, such as running, can help to alleviate symptoms of sadness and depression. Many exercise choices are available. You should select something you can enjoy looking forward to and that you want to continue. I will focus on running because it is an activity that has engaged me for the past forty years.

I want to briefly look at some of the many ways that running can help one to maintain mental well-being or can assist you when you are suffering through a period of sadness or stress. It can be virtually cost-free if that is

important, and it is an activity filled with physical and mental health benefits. It has the ability to distract you from negative thoughts that are bringing you down; when you are actually running, there will be plenty of other things to occupy your mind. It also triggers the release of endorphins, the body's own natural anti-depressant.

In fact, there are many other ways in which running can help to counter negative pressures that may have become a part of our lives. Some of the amazing positive qualities of running follow.

Very importantly, in my view, running encourages social interaction through people you meet running, through running groups, or by participating in races. I have been a member of several running clubs during my career, including the Georgetown Runners, the Etobicoke Huskies Striders, the Paris Runners and Scot Brockbank's North Shore Runners. My battle has been to deal with the loss of my life partner, Juta, and I can say that without the support of many friends I have made through

& Mental Health running, I would be in a very bad place mentally.

For me, the characters and thoughtfulness of these special people, particularly those in the North Shore Runners during this time, cannot be overstated.

I think running improves self-confidence. We feel better when we are fitter, and we learn that we actually have a lot of determination and resilience. The knowledge that we are strong helps us to deal with challenging situations and depression. Also, for some people, running leads to weight loss and definitely improved muscle tone, so this can help with feeling better about one's body image.

Running can reduce anxiety as it reduces the body's stress hormones, including adrenaline (although not at the beginning of a race!) and cortisol. If you suffer from panic attacks, exercise is beneficial.

This activity can absolutely improve your sleep patterns. Insomnia or irregular sleep worsens the characteristics of depression.

Regular, sufficient sleep is key to muscle recovery, reducing stress, optimizing brain function and waking up each day feeling refreshed and ready to go. In addition, I can pretty much guarantee that if you go for a really long run, you can have a restful, sound sleep during a nap afterwards.

Becoming involved in running generally leads one to progress toward a balanced, nutritious

diet, which plays an important role in maintaining good physical and mental health.

An inadequate, poor diet can lead to fatigue, obesity, poor decision-making and a suppressed immune system. When you become a runner, you will need and want to feel your best. I have learned a great deal about proper nutrition from other runners sharing their food decisions and knowledge. It seems to me to be an area that you naturally become more interested in as you commit more to an active lifestyle. Proper nutrition is a key to enhancing one's training.

Lastly, running leads to setting goals. I am a firm believer in the benefits of having goals to pursue in order to keep us focused and on the path our best self wants us to be on. Goals keep us heading in positive directions. For many, including me, picking and entering a race or selecting a key race for the season encourages one to keep training on a regular basis regardless of how you feel at the moment, the weather, et cetera.

I believe if you learn to embrace a positive activity, over time, thoughts, planning and engaging in the activity will occupy your mind to such an extent that there will be less room available for negative and depressing thoughts.

You will meet many wonderful, positive people, and you, too, will have stories to share. Make 2016 [2025!] the best year you can.

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“RECONNECT” LIFE LIFE & & THE THE FOOD FOOD CHAIN CHAIN

I'm blessed and proud to say that I was a countrified, farm-loving tomboy growing up.

Those of us who were lucky enough to experience, live, and learn about life in this beautiful and connected manner certainly appreciate the foundation we were gifted with.

Through the miracles and glory of nature, you witnessed the miracle of birth and the inevitability of death. We played hard, worked hard and slept hard. Living on and around farms may have been a lifestyle taken for granted as a child, but as adults, you likely recognize and appreciate life differently.

I have a healthy respect for dirt, soil, bacteria, and our reliance on nature, its rhythms, cycles and awesome power. I honour and respect the blood, sweat and tears that go into the passion and life work of all those who farm. These heroes feed not just themselves but also those of us who work in other occupations. Year in and year out, they dedicate themselves to navigating the trials, tribulations, losses, and bounties.

Here in Norfolk and Haldimand, we are particularly blessed with some of the most amazing farmland and versatile crop options.

My own gardening skills are improving, but I, for one, am so grateful for the Meadow Lynn Farms CSA program we join yearly to nourish ourselves. These are wholesome, nutrient-

dense, local and organic produce, eggs and meat.

Farmer's markets and roadside stands are plentiful and deserve our support, gratitude and encouragement.

Recently, there was a good deal of hype, publicity, conjecture and ridicule due to the "Butter Recall".

The media had a lot to say about the lack of labelling, warning us that butter contains milk. So, yes, folks, that block of buttery deliciousness is a byproduct of the milk we get from dairy cattle.

On the surface, this may seem humorous and ridiculous, but to me, it speaks, sadly, to greater problems; the gaping disconnects, lack of education and disassociation of our knowledge of food as vital fuel for our health, vitality, quality of life and survival. As a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, I work hard to "peel back the label" to fully educate individuals and their families on the

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nuances of foods, from wholesome and nutritious to downright harmful, toxic, ultraprocessed convenience foods which cost us our health and wellness, not just out of pocket. Yes, I can tell you, many people do not know where or what their food comes from! I choose "educating over insulating". This is empowerment.

Our food industry, through laws and labelling or lack thereof, is the catalyst for massive amounts of food waste. In a world where so many are going hungry, perhaps we could find a way to educate and have advisories instead of wasting when there are those in need. Yes, of course, there are those with severe allergies and intolerances. I understand that firsthand education and knowledge are empowering. How can we help our societies to be responsible for the decisions and choices we make? We should know where our food comes from and what it does for our bodies. Instead of ridicule, we need to recognize that huge segments of our population have had zero introduction to the wonders of farming communities.

At what point did a simple, wholesome, homegrown, home-prepared meal become victim to industry and technology and ridiculed or seen as deprivation or punishment? Our franticly busy lives and outward focus have seemingly robbed us of reason and seduced us to accept convenience and processed foods as rewards, all the while contributing to chronic disease, inflammation, and all manner of disconnect. Prevention and preservation of health is much easier than cleaning up damage after the fact.

The world is a big, busy place. Many people have never been outside of a city. They may never have even visited the countryside, never mind lived in the country. My city smarts would be abysmal, but I'm beyond grateful that my foundation included milking a cow by hand, that I can identify and have physically groomed, nurtured, named, fed, ridden and cared for many types of animals. I've driven a standard,

gardened, harvested and preserved food, hayed, driven a tractor, chopped and stacked firewood, climbed (and fallen) from trees, arm wrestled, had snowball, green apple and chestnut fights, laid on my back watching clouds and stars, played in the rain, made mud pies, swam and fished in ponds, built tree forts and thankfully, I've seen the beauty of small family farms, natural grazing animals, baked bread and cared for siblings, and had chores and responsibilities.

I grew up with siblings, parents, grand and greatgrandparents, and so very many cousins. I realized all families are their own form of normal and dysfunctional, and I learned that actions have consequences (not because of more labelling) but through trial, error and experience. Over the years, this has broadened my horizons and made me appreciate my upbringing and heritage. I also hold space and grace for others because none of us "knows what we don't know."

As we greet 2025, I encourage you to step into growing, learning, embracing special moments, simplifying and living in those moments. I encourage you to consume less toxic food and information, ground and reconnect, try new hobbies and experiences, spend more time in nature and less time in spaces of labelling and judging and more in educating, empowering and applying that new knowledge for better health and wellness, nurturing, honouring and respecting yourself, others and our planet.

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