Dancing Willow Wellness

10/21/2026

There is something about the change of seasons that makes us notice.
In spring, the return of light can feel like seeing the end of a long tunnel. The days stretch a little longer, the earth begins to wake up, and there is a sense of possibility in the air.
Fall can feel different. As summer gives way to shorter days and cooler temperatures, there can be beauty in the changing colours, but also a heaviness that comes with less light and the uncertainty of what lies ahead.
Nature is changing all around us. And perhaps, if we pay attention, it has something to teach us about the changing seasons within our own lives.
Every season asks something different of us. What we need to release in one season may be something we are ready to reclaim in another.

As the seasons change, so do we. This thoughtful reflection on self-care, resilience, changing capacity, and personal growth explores how ordinary moments can reconnect us with parts of ourselves we thought were gone. Discover what this season may be asking you to release, reclaim, and embrace with

10/19/2026

We've been talking about the benefit of finding glimmers - those small moments of joy in everyday life. But how do we go about seeking them out? Here are a few ideas.
Do more of what you love. If you have a hobby, a sport or other activity that you are passionate about, make a conscious choice to do more of it. It doesn't matter if you are any good at it, only that it brings you joy.
Cultivate gratitude. When we appreciate the positive things in our lives, it helps to shift our focus toward what brings us joy.
Nurture relationships. Spending quality time with family and friends, and participating in social activities can give us a deep sense of happiness and belonging.

10/17/2026

Glimmers can change our brains!
Neuroplasticity refers to the brain's ability to change and adapt in response to experiences throughout a person's lifetime. It is a fundamental property of the brain that allows it to form new connections between neurons (our brain cells) and strengthens existing ones in response to repeated experiences, creating a neural network that adapts to our environment.
As we seek out positive experiences such as learning something new, enjoying the company of friends, or finding glimmers of joy in the ordinary, it can lead to changes in the brain's structure and function, creating new connections. The pathways between neurons become stronger and more efficient. Our brain quite literally is teaching itself to feel positive more often.

10/15/2026

Coming soon to Dancing Willow Wellness!
Work & Wellness Practitioner, Lucie MH Fournier will offer services for people navigating questions about work, career, business and what comes next.
Work & Disability Advocacy is for people whose work has been affected by illness, injury or disability, whether they are working, returning to work, considering workplace accommodation, or navigating the possibility that returning to work may not be possible.
Career & Business Coaching is for those considering a career change, starting a business, or developing an existing business or professional practice.
The Horizon Experience™ provides four hours of uninterrupted space for a question, decision, possibility or change that deserves more than a quick conversation.
Sometimes clarity is the first step toward change.

10/14/2026

According to classic Chinese medicine, Fall is a season of getting up with the sun and going to bed with the sun. Deep rest is restoring to both our body and mind. While it’s not always possible in modern life to follow the sun’s rhythms exactly, consider getting up a little earlier and going to bed a little earlier.

10/12/2026

Would you like a caffeine-free alternative to coffee? How about one that also supports your digestive health?
Chopped and roasted roots of herbs such as Dandelion, Burdock and Chicory can be blended to create a delicious and healthy coffee alternative, Use 1 or 2 teaspoons of roasted roots to every cup of boiling water and steep for about 20 minutes. Pro tip: Add a pinch of Marshmallow root to give it the rich ‘mouth feel’ of coffee.

10/10/2026

The trees are about to show us how beautiful it can be to let things go.
What are you letting go of this season? Are there things on your to-do list that you want to stop doing? Is there something you’ve said yes to that you’re now regretting?
Letting go is sometimes easier said than done, especially when there are social pressures to say yes or do something we really don’t want to do. Please be gentle with yourself when starting this practice! The first thing to remember is that ‘no’ is a complete sentence and doesn’t need to be accompanied by an apology.

10/05/2026

Some of the best herbal medicine might be growing right in your lawn! Dandelion root is herb that supports liver and digestive system function – and when roasted makes a caffeine-free coffee substitute. This is the perfect time of year to harvest them, along with other roots such as Burdock and Chicory.

10/03/2026

Fall is the perfect time to harvest medicinal roots! As plants prepare for winter, they transfer the energy produced by their leaves down into their roots, storing it as starches, sugars, and various other compounds. After the first frosts kill off the leaves and other above-ground parts, this stored energy in the roots sustains the plant through winter dormancy, allowing it to regrow in spring.
When we harvest roots in the fall, we are gathering this concentrated energy.

09/30/2026

Today, on Orange Shirt Day, we honor and remember the Indigenous children who were taken from their families and placed in residential schools. Some never came home. Today we acknowledge the lasting impacts of these schools and the policies that created them, and commit to reconciliation and healing. Let's stand in solidarity and ensure that every child knows they matter.