My hope for my students is that they will recall that they know more than they think. The hard part is rolling out their mat and getting on it (no small feat, I can attest to that). I suggest that people set up a space that can stay prepped for spontaneous yoga, perhaps in a designated room or in a corner where a mat, blanket and blocks wait patiently for a visit. At the very least, have your supplies rolled up together so that all you need to do is grab the roll, bring it out, take a seat, breathe and begin. Following a book or an online course is an easy option nowadays. And usually, you can find a live class in your neighborhood. When you attend, ask questions. Share, with yo...
Social isolation has as much impact on a person’s health as smoking and alcohol consumption, according to the Centers for Disease Control, but maintaining connections can be difficult during a pandemic. “Public health actions, such as social distancing, can make people feel isolated and...
In what opponents say is part of a larger push this session to pass laws favorable to the tobacco industry, legislators discussed a bill proposal that would prevent local governments from regulating nicotine products ingested through devices like electronic cigarettes and vape pens. The proposal, HB 137, ...
I spent the New Year’s weekend covering for my colleagues at St. Luke Community Healthcare, admitting patients to the hospital. I saw firsthand how we went from a nearly empty COVID-19 unit to filling half the beds. We have a light at the end of the tunnel with the vaccine, but it is still important to...
Some people have a difficult time managing their depression. Sometimes, their depression and fears can get the best of them. As a result, here are some techniques that a person can use to help manage their depression. 1. Challenge your negative thinking with positive statements and realistic thinking: whe...
Years ago, I decided the only way to make peace with Montana’s long, gray, and often-frigid winters was to get outside and find ways to enjoy them. Since downhill skiing fell by the wayside, I’ve amped up my cross-country skiing. It’s a much cheaper pursuit than its downhill cousin (for the...
The fresh start of a new year often prompts the desire for change, especially when it comes to our health; however, that burst of energy we feel on day one can fade over time as the reality of the work involved begins to set in. Before long, the yoga mat gets pushed to the back of the closet, the du...
The fresh start of a new year often prompts the desire for change, especially when it comes to our health; however, that burst of energy we feel on day one can fade over time as the reality of the work involved begins to set in. Before long, the yoga mat gets pushed to the back of the closet, the du...
POLSON — We cannot guarantee your safety from COVID-19 so use your best judgment before participating in activities and meals. We are still selling See’s Candy boxes until they are all gone. They make a great gift. Activities: hearing clinic on Tuesday, Jan., 26; card bingo on Thursday, Jan. 2...
DIXON — Dixon Senior Center continues to serve our community and hopes everyone is staying happy and healthy. We have opened the doors for eating in, continuing to adhere to social distancing precautions, so our friends and neighbors can spend some time visiting with each other. We are also accepting t...
