A creative block can come at the worst possible time – especially if you’re in a creative profession or rely on creativity as a major part of your job or life. Creative blocks are inevitable, but...
The pressure is on. The holidays are just around the corner, and if you’re like most people you are feeling the pressure to come up with just the right gifts for your family. But do your kids really need another video game? Does your husband really need more cologne?
This year, try...
Stress is an unavoidable part of our daily lives. Whether it’s work stress, relationship stress, health stress, or just too-many-balls-in-the-air stress, chances are you’re feeling it.
Fortunately, there’s a secret weapon to help combat almost every kind of stress: exercise. Exercise has...
We’ve all heard the reports – childhood obesity is on the rise, and is reaching alarming levels. In fact, over 26% of Canadian children and youth (1.6 million) are considered overweight or obese.
Raising active kids isn’t easy, but it’s well worth the effort, as you’ll be lowering your...
Can you remember the last time you just played? It’s tempting to think of play as a luxury – or a waste of time. But finding time for play is essential to our mental well-being, to the health of our relationships, and to our creativity and problem-solving skills. It’s an important...
Is your life feeling blah? Feeling like your creative days are long in the past? Here are a few simple ways to bring creativity back into your life.
1. Write morning pages.
This is an idea championed by Julia Cameron in her classic book, The Artist’s Way...
Every year, hold an AGM with your spouse to reevaluate commitments, finances and priorities.
Take the stairs instead of the elevator. It's an easy way to incorporate exercise into your day.
According to the Canadian Mental Health Association, burnout costs Canadian businesses an estimated $12 billion every year in health claims, lost productivity and absenteeism.
Schedule appointments in your calendar for "you time," and treat them as seriously as you would a business meeting. Don't cancel on yourself!
Every year we donate over $500,000 in sponsorships and grants to organizations that provide arts and active living opportunities in our communities.
Through the Westminster Savings Foundation, Project Better Balance will support projects and programs in the areas of active living and the arts. Find out how to apply now.