Dr. Amanda Guthrie, ND, RP
32 Park Road M4W 2N4 Toronto, ON, Canada

Use Mindfulness for Anxiety & Transition this Year!

This live one-hour online session will focus on how mindfulness can help during the holiday season. This is for anyone who is feeling the effects of our current situation and seeking opportunities for care and connection.

The Centre for Mindfulness Studies is offering a free, online mindfulness program for caregivers, frontline staff, and healthcare workers, and we have openings in our January program. CARE is a six-week mental health and mindfulness program designed for healthcare workers who are dealing with the stressors and anxiety brought on by the challenges of Covid 19. Dates: Jan 6th - Feb 10, 2021 (Wednesdays) ... Time: 11:45am - 1:00pm ET | Online Facilitator: Rose Mina Munjee RP See more

This World Mental Health Day, The Centre for Mindfulness Studies is offering $50 off any of our 8-week Mindfulness Programs

COVID-19 coping strategies and personal assessment tools to help you manage your stress and anxiety as we adapt the next normal.

A fantastic article on being more resilient in the face of the unknown

Mindfulness therapy for teens! Provided one-on-one, online.

Coping with the stress of the pandemic

A good reminder for us all! Consider taping a copy of the WHO handwriting steps in your bathrooms and kitchen at home.

Strategies to maintain your mental wellness during the COVID-19 pandemic

COVID-19 assessment in Toronto: At this point, people who have mild URTI symptoms but NO fever, NO underlying health concerns, age <60, and able to access hospital if worsen - will NOT be tested - stay home and self isolate until symptom-free for at least 48h. 1. Michael Garron Hospital Open daily 12-8pm... By appointment only - call Assessment centre at 416-469-6858 2. North York General Hospital No appointment needed - go through ER entrance and turn left into the separated area 3. Scarborough Health Network - Birchmount site No appointment needed - can self-present or be referred for COVID-19 assessment Other sites may open depending on need 4. Trillium Health Partners, Mississauga By appointment only - either sent by ER or referred by Peel Public Health 5. Mackenzie Health Medical Urgent Care Centre Open daily from 5-9pm By appointment only - referred through referral form (TBD) or by public health 6. William Osler Health System - Peel Memorial Centre for Integrated Health and Wellness 20 Lynch Street, Brampton Open daily from 10am If patient meets criteria, they will receive a ticket for screening Criteria = Any contact with confirmed COVID-19 case WITH symptoms; Health care worker with respiratory illness; people from retirement homes/Long Term Care/First nations reserve with respiratory illness NOTE: Not everyone who wants to be tested will be tested. At this point, people who have traveled and have NO SYMPTOMS will not be tested and will be told to stay home and self-monitor for 14 days. At this point, people who have mild URTI symptoms but NO fever, NO underlying health concerns, age <60, and able to access hospital if worsen - will NOT be tested - stay home and self isolate until symptom-free for at least 48h. Most centres require BOTH:Travel outside of Canada within last 14 days OR contact with high risk person (travel/positive COVID-19 case) Symptoms including mild URTI symptoms and EITHER fever >38, or age >60, or underlying health concerns, or at-risk occupation "URTI symptoms" - cough, sore throat, headache, muscle aches, fatigue, runny nose, joint aches, nausea, diarrhea, stomach pain "Underlying health conditions" - cardiovascular disease, chronic lung disease, previous stroke, hypertension, diabetes, cancer, immunosuppression, current smoking "At-risk occupation" - any health care setting, school or childcare centre, retirement home, homeless shelter, prison, settings with vulnerable populations

Updated information on the Coronoavirus: https://www.toronto.ca//diseases-medications-/coronavirus/

There is currently no vaccine to prevent 2019-nCoV. The best way to prevent infection is to avoid being exposed to this virus. Prevention measures include: Wash your hands often with soap and water Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.... Avoid close contact with people who are ill. Stay home when you are ill. Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then immediately throw the tissue in the garbage and wash your hands. If you dont have a tissue, sneeze or cough into your sleeve or arm. Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces. As with all illnesses, if you are worried about your symptoms, you should see a healthcare provider. For medical advice, you may contact Telehealth Ontario at 1-866-797-0000. Telehealth Ontario is a free, confidential service you can call to get health advice or information. A Registered Nurse will take your call 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Thank you to all who supported this years Mindfulness Challenge, supporting those with mental health challenges. Much gratitude! https://www.mindfulnessstudies.com/

Its World Mental Health Day! The Centre for Mindfulness Studies is offering $50 off any of their 8-week Mindfulness Programs, including Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy and Mindful Self Compassion, both in-person and online! Register for these programs at MindfulnessStudies.com and use the same WMH2019 promo code at checkout

This article highlights ways to help reduce distractions and stay focused; ultimately giving us more time to focus on whats important!

Vaping - know the risks! https://e-cigarettes.surgeongeneral.gov/

Wed love you to join us by participating in this powerful community-based meditation event on Nov 9th. Hope to see you there!

We still have a few spaces available in an upcoming Mindfulness-based Cognitive therapy group in the Beaches neighbourhood beginning July 2nd. If you have a history of, or are currently suffering with mild/moderate depression, anxiety or high stress levels, we warmly welcome you!

In support of all those suffering with mental health issues, a reminder for us all to be kind. On Bell Lets Talk day, and all days.

Help your kids start the year off right! Teach them how much Sweat, Steps, Sleep and Sitting they need each day to be healthy.

How much protein should we eat? Heres a great summary.

How to boost happiness with giving

Holiday gatherings can be stressful! But by preparing yourself with these tactics, you can make your holiday season more enjoyable.

Trying to keep your drinking in check? Tis the season to say when!

Want to stay injury free this fall? Try these 6 exercises.

Unfortunately, a new study finds theres no safe limit: Even One Drink a Day Increases Health Risks

Time to get outside!

Sensible evidence-based nutrition and lifestyle advise.

The Centre for Mindfulness Studies is thrilled to have our facultys guided meditations available on @InsightTimer Check out our IT page and take time for yourself to practice with one of our recordings. https://insighttimer.com/MindfulnessStudies

New research shows good reasons to talk to teens about cannibis use

Simple ways to prevent backpack and headaches at work

How you can limit your exposure to food pesticides with the Dirty Dozen and Clean Fifteen lists. Also check out: https://www.ewg.org/foodnews/summary.php#highlights

Yoga & mindfulness activities may facilitate stress management among elementary school students.

A wonderful short yoga practice thats easy to fit into your day!

These sneaky, inaccurate patterns of thinking and believing are common, but their potential impact should not be underestimated!

2 of the 3 signs of mental illness cant be seen. The only way to know if someone you know is suffering is to start talking. Do you know what to say?

Making long-lasting change can be hard. But its not impossible. With a little effort and determination you can make healthy habits stick! https://www.participaction.com/en-ca/GetStarted

Wishing you a healthy and happy 2018!

Fantastic and quick yoga for the Holidays!