“Mindfulness is a way of befriending ourselves and our experience” - Jon Kabat-Zinn Thank goodness for all the neuroscience on mindfulness as it is making this transformational practice even more widely accepted as a means to improve one’s mental health and life! There are countless resources providing guidance on mindful... read more →
Nov
08
Oct
08
“Every leaf speaks bliss to me, fluttering from the autumn tree.” - Emily Bronte. Autumn is such an exquisite time of year, with its rich colours, pumpkin spice aromas and new beginnings! How easy it can be to get swept up in our to-do list and forget that taking a... read more →
Sep
04
A healthy social life may protect your brain as you age, according to numerous reports. Data shows that having fulfilling, close ties to friends and family, as well as participating in meaningful social activities, may help safeguard your memories and cognition. It’s important to note that the quality and purpose... read more →
Aug
07
Did you know that dancing not only lifts your spirits and strengthens your physical health, it also improves the functioning of your brain? Scientific studies have shown that getting up and moving your hips enhances neuroplasticity which has been shown to slow down aging and boost memory. Dancing can also... read more →
May
31
The Canadian Mental Health Association’s Mental Health Week during May reminds us that mental health is a state of well-being, something that we all have or can achieve. It is never too early, or too late to get there. In light of Mental Health Week, NeurAlive is pleased to announce... read more →
Mar
09
Don't scrap your New Year Resolutions just because New Year’s has come and gone! Exercising and getting back into fitness are the most common resolutions made at the start of each year. And we make them all with good intentions. We know that exercise gives tremendous benefits to our physical... read more →
Oct
31
See our beautiful space, enjoy refreshments, and experience a demo session of NeurOptimal® Neurofeedback. We'll be hosting our Open House in partnership with the Victoria Wellness Collective, a new collaboration of youth/family counselors and wellness practitioners. (more…)
Aug
24
Drink Water! You've heard it a million times. You already know that water makes up about 70% of your body mass. But did you ever stop to think how water effects your brain function? Water helps to transport oxygen and nutrients essential for optimal brain function, whilst providing cushioning and lubrication to the... read more →