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Health Matters – Ouch!

Arthritis, frozen shoulder, stiff neck, sore back: besides pain, what do these all have in common? Inflammation. Inflammation is our body’s ?red flag,? directing attention to something That’s not right. Inflammatory conditions can be painful or limiting?or both?and it often feels as though the only options are painkillers or invasive medical techniques. However, That’s not… Read more »

From Where I Sit – Hard Work; Tangible Results

Believe it or not, plans for our kitchen reno are moving along. That is, they were until Roy suddenly took an interest in the project. I thought we had a kitchen layout and cabinet style agreed upon a month or two ago. I ordered a sample door and end panel so we could see the… Read more »

Did You Know? – Student ID Cards

Studying by distance? You can still get student discounts at the movies, bookstore, or train station! According to the AU Student Calendar, every ?active Athabasca University student? is eligible to request a photo student identification card. To apply, you need to complete the required form and submit a photo. Acceptable photos are ?taken by an… Read more »

Study Space – Slow and Steady

You’ve got your books. You’ve got your supplies. You’ve carved out time and finances and a space to work, and now You’re ready to begin the school year. Except that You’re not, really. You sit at your desk and stare at the schedule?and stare and stare. You have a headache. You’re terrified. You want to… Read more »

The Mindful Bard – A Separation

Film: A Separation (Sony Pictures Classics 2011) Director/Producer/Screenwriter: Asghar Farhadi Cast: Leila Hatami, Peyman Moaadi, Shahab Hosseini, Sareh Bayat, and Sarina Farhadi ?Whenever You’re in conflict with someone, there is one factor that can make the difference between damaging your relationship and deepening it. That factor is attitude.? William James ?When two people decide to… Read more »

Click of the Wrist – School Days

September’s here, so It’s back to the blackboard, chalk, and workbooks. Or maybe not; over the past few years, teaching innovations in elementary, high schools, and even university and graduate programs are shifting the face of education to a multi-faceted one. Here are a few unique approaches to the three Rs: Fresh Prep Time to… Read more »

In Conversation With . . . Thought Beneath Film, Part II

Thought Beneath Film is a five-piece alternative rock band based in Hamilton, Ontario. The band has recently released its debut EP, Detours, and is now touring Canada’s East Coast. Recently vocalist, lyricist, and guitarist Brent Wirth took the time to talk to Wanda Waterman about Carl Jung, feeding the muse, and managing writer’s block. Read… Read more »