Indoor Plants: A Breath of Fresh Air
Whether at home or work, most people spend the majority of their lives indoors. Despite spending less time outside, there is still a strong connection between humans and the outdoors.
For those workin
Acts Of Kindness
It was early March, when the pandemic news was breaking, that AnnMarie Aase also heard of a “caremongering” movement happening across Canada, with volunteers helping seniors and people at risk.
“I loo
alive's May 2021 Challenge: Make Your Mornings Magical
Hey there, do you love/hate the snooze button? Feel groggy and uninspired as you shuffle out of bed? Rely on approximately 14 cups of coffee to feel conscious before noon?
Life can be challenging, but
Cannabis in Women’s Health
Since Canada’s cannabis legalization, more and more, people are turning to this natural remedy for relief from pain, stress, anxiety, sleep, and more. Cannabis consumption among women, in particular,
Blast From the Past: The Health Benefits of Nostalgia
A blast from the past could be a blast for your physical and psychological wellbeing. Nostalgia — revelling in the past and reminiscing about the good ol’ days — is about more than just daydreaming. R
alive's March 2021 Challenge: Dedicate to Meditate
Hey there, did you move more in February? The alive team got pretty into it. Here are a couple of heartfelt takeaways from our crew.
“The Feb challenge for me has been about making a commitment to my
alive's February 2021 Challenge: Exercise for Heart Health
Hey there, how was your month of plant-based eating?
The next stop on our wellness tour is an important one: exercise. That does *not* mean you need to sign up for a virtual marathon, like, yesterday.
Waiting in the Wings: The Real You
Last year was tumultuous—a day-to-day reckoning with many unknowns. If you feel lost as the new year begins, unsure of what goals to set, don’t despair. Confusion can be a necessary precursor to becom
alive's January 2021 Challenge: Go Plant-Based for 31 Days
Our January Theme Is … Go Plant-Based for 31 DaysWelcome to the first month of alive’s 12 Months of Wellness challenge! We want to reiterate that this isn’t a resolution. You don’t fail the January ch