Forgiveness is paramount for optimal mental health and wellbeing. The Morter HealthSystem and B.E.S.T. teachings emphasize uncovering and updating subconscious emotional patterns, crucial for brain recovery. Psychologists will highlight the importance of acknowledging anger and choosing to forgive. Anger, a destructive emotion, often disguises itself, detrimentally impacting one’s health. Happiness opposes anger, and forgiveness is the antidote. Teaching the 5 Steps of Forgiveness, we empower individuals to release stress and avoid illness. Understanding emotions and embracing forgiveness fosters better health and happiness. Identifying underlying emotions and applying forgiveness may unlock the path to improved well-being and success.
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Product Review: Utrition
Utrition allows you to take action on your nutritional needs, based on your own DNA. This simple and affordable, personalized nutritional formula is made for you using your own SNPs (Single Nucleotide Polymorphisms), which are DNA sequence variations that are unique to you. These are then used to analyze and build a nutritional formulation exclusively for you, by your unique genetic code, built into your DNA. Utrition takes the guesswork out of which vitamins and supplements to take by using your DNA, which can reveal your body’s precise nutritional requirements. Those nutritional requirements are then used to create your own precise nutritional formula.
The Hearing Loss/Alzheimer’s Connection
Recent research suggests that improving hearing loss with hearing aids reduces the risk for Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. In 2011, a team of Johns Hopkins medical school researchers discovered a significant association between hearing loss and the risk of developing these unwanted cognitive conditions. The worse someone’s hearing gets, the greater their risk of developing Alzheimer’s or dementia. The researchers believe their findings could have substantial implications for individuals and public health because hearing loss is treatable with hearing instruments. These findings underscore how important regular hearing tests are as part of preventative health care.
Eco-Friendly Father’s Day Gifts
Looking for an eco-friendly and practical Father’s Day gift? Norwex products are perfect for men who enjoy spending time on the road or water. Cleaning boats and RVs can be challenging, but Norwex cleaning cloths and towels make it easier and more efficient. Their superior cleaning power and ability to absorb dirt and grime keep boats and RVs looking their best. Plus, Norwex products are made with environmentally friendly materials, ensuring they won’t harm delicate ecosystems. Whether your dad is a seasoned boater or road trip enthusiast, Norwex products make an excellent gift for Father’s Day.
Happy Men’s Health Month
June is Canadian Men’s Health Month, a time to inspire men and their families to live healthier lifestyles. It’s important for the men in our lives to make healthy changes that will lower their risk of chronic disease and help them live with less stress. Many of the most common health conditions affecting men are often preventable with the right lifestyle changes. This could include improving their diet or eating habits, getting more exercise, finding healthier ways to manage stress, and drinking less alcohol. Let this month be the start of a healthier you and/or a healthier loved one!
Unlocking the Potential of Access Bars®
Getting your Access Bars® run is similar to initiating a digital detox for your mind, akin to pressing the delete button on your computer’s cluttered hard drive. However, in this transformative process, you’re not just erasing files; rather, you’re liberating your consciousness from the burdensome weight of negative thought patterns and the relentless mental chatter that disrupts your peace. With Access Bars®, you’re effectively creating breathing room within your psyche, allowing the tranquil essence you’ve yearned for to flourish. This holistic approach fosters a profound sense of serenity, enabling you to navigate life’s complexities with newfound clarity and equilibrium.
Community Event: Moose Jawg Charity Road Race
On June 15th, Moose Jaw will pulsate with the rhythm of charity and community spirit as it hosts the much-anticipated Moose Jawg Charity Road Race. This event promises to not only invigorate runners of all ages and abilities but also ignite a collective passion for giving back. With every stride, participants champion not only their personal fitness but also the well-being of the community with proceeds supporting the Moose Jaw Health Foundation. Beyond the thrill of the race, it’s a celebration of compassion, resilience, and the power of coming together for a common cause. Let’s lace up, hit the pavement, and make a difference one step at a time.
Wildfire Smoke Health Risks
Wildfire smoke, a blend of PM2.5 and gases like carbon monoxide, poses severe health risks in Western Canada. It obstructs oxygen intake, irritates the respiratory system, and triggers inflammation, manifesting in eye irritation, coughing, or headaches. While most symptoms are manageable, severe cases require medical attention, especially if experiencing breathlessness or chest pain. Smoke exposure heightens infection risks, including COVID-19 and ear infections in children. Minimizing exposure is crucial. HEPA air filters and sealed environments help indoors. While driving, maintain closed windows and recirculated air. During smoky periods, reduce exertion, exercise indoors, and stay hydrated. Prioritize health amidst wildfires. Source: (bccdc.ca/health-info/prevention-public-health/wildfire-smoke)
Words to Live By
“What lies before us and what lies beyond us is tiny compared to what lies within us” – Henry Thoreau
Words to Live By
“Do not let the opinion of someone else get in the way of what is truly in your heart to express.” – Keith Macpherson
Parenting Perspectives:
Understanding Different Parenting Approaches
As we transition from celebrating Mother’s Day to Father’s Day, we acknowledge May as Prepare Tomorrow’s Parents Month. It’s a time to reflect on the deep significance of parenthood and to concentrate on equipping future generations with essential skills. Parenthood is one of life’s most profound journeys, yet many venture into it unprepared. Parenting is a journey filled with choices, challenges, and ultimately, consequences.
Psychologists and researchers have identified various parenting styles that significantly influence the development and well-being of our children. From the pioneering work of Diana Baumrind in the 1960s to contemporary trends, the landscape of parenting styles continues to evolve.
Baumrind’s research identified three primary parenting styles: authoritarian, authoritative, and permissive.
Each style reflects different approaches to discipline, communication, and expectations within the parent-child relationship. Further research by Eleanor Maccoby and John Martin in the 1980s introduced a fourth parenting style: neglectful.
The Authoritarian parent establishes strict rules and expects unwavering obedience from their children. The outcome of this parenting style often leads to poor academic achievement and increased symptoms of depression.
Permissive parents adopt a lenient attitude, often avoiding confrontation and granting developmentally inappropriate freedom to their children. This style correlates with issues such as low self-control, diminished self-esteem, and heightened aggression.
Neglectful parents demonstrate a lack of engagement and responsiveness to their children’s needs, this parenting style is associated with children who have difficulty developing healthy emotional coping mechanisms and may have both academic and social challenges.
Authoritative parents set clear boundaries and prioritize open communication and responsiveness to their child’s needs. Research has consistently shown that authoritative parenting is associated with positive developmental outcomes for children resulting in greater emotional stability, adaptive coping strategies, and higher levels of life satisfaction.
Over time, societal shifts and cultural dynamics have given rise to new parenting paradigms. Enter the era of helicopter parenting, characterized by over-involvement and excessive intervention in children’s lives. These well-meaning but overbearing parents shield their children from failure, discomfort, and challenges, inadvertently hindering their development of resilience and problem-solving skills.
In contrast to the helicopter approach, other contemporary parenting styles emphasize empathy, connection, and mutual respect. Attachment parenting, gentle parenting, conscious parenting, and responsive parenting are among the emerging models. While each of these styles may have unique nuances, they generally align with the principles of authoritative parenting, emphasizing clear expectations, nurturing emotional intelligence and healthy boundaries.
Parenting is a dynamic process shaped by individual temperament, cultural values, and situational factors. Effective parenting involves ongoing reflection, flexibility, and the willingness to adapt to the evolving needs of children as they grow and develop.
As we celebrate Prepare Tomorrow’s Parents Month, let’s acknowledge the importance of equipping future generations with the tools they need to navigate the complex journey of parenthood. By instilling essential parenting skills early on and fostering a culture of support and understanding we can create a more inclusive and empathetic society, where parents feel supported rather than judged.
If you are navigating the world of parenting, and seeking support,
Moose Jaw Family Services is here to help.
Email: contact@mjfamilyservice.ca
