Living Life Over Cancer
Wellness & Coaching

When life feels noisy or rushed, the most supportive place to begin is with your breath. It anchors you and brings you back into the present moment. As Amit Ray reminds us: “If you want to conquer the anxiety of life, live in the moment, live in the breath.” Today, I invite you to join me for a gentle mindfulness practice that helps calm the mind and settle the body. This practice supports greater self awareness and self regulation by guiding your attention inward and giving

As the world grows noisier and the commercial rush of the holidays begins, we are invited to pause and return to what truly matters: self-care, family, connection, and meaningful experiences that nourish the soul. This yoga practice is inspired by the quote: “When the world is noisy, slow down to listen to the direction of your heart.” In this gentle class, we will slow down, reduce the external and internal noise, and create space to hear our own inner guidance. Through brea

Picture of me with my sister, Doreen. A friend recently shared a YouTube video that sparked a wave of nostalgia for me. It reminded me of the familiar phrases many of us heard growing up in the 60s and 70s. These sayings shaped our childhood in ways we didn’t recognize at the time. They provided structure, warmth, and clear expectations. Our parents might not have used the language of emotional intelligence or resilience, but they taught it. We grew up with unconditional love

Home is where the court is. This Fall, as I travelled across the province for book signings, I had the pleasure of visiting the North Shore Pickleball Courts in River John, Nova Scotia. The crisp air, colourful trees, and warm welcome from the River John Pickleball Ladies reminded me how powerful movement can be for our physical and emotional health. They shared a message with me: “Pickleball is good movement, therefore good medicine.” I could not agree more. What makes this

Yesterday, our beautiful boy Tavis turned eight. What a blessing it is to have him in our family. His presence brings unconditional love, steady comfort, and a daily reminder of what it means to truly be alive. As I continue to navigate life with stage IV metastatic breast cancer, Tavis has become more than a companion. He has become one of my greatest teachers. In his quiet, joyful way, he continues to offer me lessons I hold close: 1. Unconditional Love Every morning, Tavis

Remembrance Day has always invited us to slow down and look inward. It is a day to remember the courage, sacrifice, and hope carried by those who served. When we step onto our mats with this in mind, our practice becomes more than movement. It becomes an act of quiet gratitude. In today’s practice, I leaned into themes of remembering and returning. Each breath was a reminder that life is a gift. Each posture became an opportunity to honour the strength and vulnerability our b

When life feels unsettled, I begin here. A pause, a breath, and the choice to think gently. This past week asked a lot of me. I learned that there had been some progression, and with that came the loss of hearing the word stable, a word that has offered me comfort for a long time. The news landed in my body before my mind even had a chance to catch up. For a moment, I felt that old familiar pull toward negativity. Our human brains are wired for it. They rush to protect us by

Follow the lead of Fall leaves. As the leaves soften, release, and return to the earth, we are reminded of the quiet wisdom of nature:letting go makes space for new growth. This gentle intermediate flow invites you to breathe deeply, release tension, and trust the process of change.We hold a few planks to build strength and resilience — but as always, listen to your body and honour your pace. If something in your life no longer serves you, I hope this practice helps you softe

A gentle Yin practice reminding us to slow down and reconnect with self-awareness. Yesterday, I hosted a Yin practice to help us slow down, go inward, and reconnect with our self-awareness. With a little help from Tavis, our golden guide, we were reminded what true relaxation looks like. In our fast-paced world, it is easy to lose touch with how we feel, how we show up for others, and how our actions and energy shape the spaces we share. Self-awareness is not just reflection;

"What if the most challenging chapter of your life became the most powerful story you ever tell?" – Betty Jean Aucoin I have been absent from my blog since October 2024, and now I want to share why. Many visitors to my site have been diagnosed with cancer, and I realized that the crucial lessons for living an optimally healthy life are rooted in my earlier posts. Additionally, I know that many of my followers prefer having a physical book that they can highlight, take notes i

Join Tavis and me on Fancy Lake this summer for Yoga. Included within all sessions are: vitamin D, mindful movement, union with nature,...

“Many people will walk in and out of your life, but only true friends leave footprints in your heart.” E. Roosevelt I took time away from...

Today I found a dime just lying on the ground, I know in my heart of hearts it is more than what I found. The dime came from Heaven, an...

“Because when I look at you, I can feel it. And I look at you and I’m home.” Finding Nemo Today is McHappy Day! McHappy Days celebrates...

I had the opportunity to teach a self-care class to 60 teaching assistants. Teaching assistants are frontline staff who provide support...

The flow of time is beyond our control; it neither stops nor speeds up based on our desires. Time continues its march forward regardless...

Rain comes following an endless drought To wash away the remnants of all your doubt I hope that you'll see me looking out. A million...

Today is my scheduled 3-month CT scan. If the scans are as positive as I feel, then good news ahead. Unfortunately, with cancer one...

I woke up! That alone is a blessing. It is an even greater blessing when the sun shines. Sunshine will be at the top of my list of...

I AM GROUNDED My spirit is grounded deep in the earth. I am calm, strong, centred, and peaceful. I am able to let go of fear and trust...