If you could gain two extra hours every day, how would you spend this newly-found bonus time? Would you commit to a morning meditation practice? Would you pursue a creative passion project? Or would you focus on developing and maintaining deeper connections and relationships with those you love? There are many permutations, but it would […]
Laurinda is the first recipient of the Deserving Fund. Her role as sole caretaker of her parents, now in their high 80’s, stuck out to us, as we know how stressful, emotional, and draining this show of support can be, and how, as with the case with Laurinda, it’s easy to turn to negative and […]
Sustainable, balanced health doesn’t come by yo-yo-ing between the latest diets and health fads. It is found by integrating specific actions that over time habituate into a naturally healthy lifestyle. Lifestyle Habits are like a heavy flywheel Lifestyles take a lot of energy to get going, but once moving, they are hard to stop. This […]
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Soups and stews are an easily digestible meal to enjoy for lunch or dinner. Packing a thermos of chili to take to work is a great way to ensure you’re getting adequate protein and fiber to keep you fueled in your day. The squash adds a nice creamy component to the dish, and incorporates more veggies into your chili.
Borscht can come in many forms, it’s not in fact a simple recipe. It’s more of a process created out of necessity by peasants in Eastern Europe needing to feed their families with what they had. It comes in endless varieties, and the white beans in this one add protein and creaminess to the bite. This comes together quickly, and since borscht isn’t just one thing, feel free to experiment with what vegetables you have on hand!
Reflections and Ruminations As I sit at my desk, overlooking Kootenay lake and across to the wilds of the Purcell mountain range, I can see orange and yellow sprinklings of the changing larch trees. This change of color, a riotous expression of a season morphing, is timely as we come to the end of our […]
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Beth Featherstone is passionate about her family and time in the wilderness. The passing of her uncle, a spitting image of John Muir in both looks and heart, inspired annual family horse-packing trips that bring together everything Beth loves most—a trip she draws enjoyment from all year long… “I laugh more that week than I […]
Granola is an easy breakfast cereal to make and always tastes better than store-bought. The almonds add a delicious crunch, lower blood sugar levels, reduce blood pressure, and lower cholesterol levels. Those benefits make them a great highlight for a healthy breakfast, compared to store-bought granolas and cereals which are often full of sugar. Served with plain yogurt and berries, this Pumpkin Seed and Almond Granola is a well-rounded meal with healthy fats, probiotics, and antioxidants. It can also be eaten as a snack to provide fuel during the day!
Try our homemade Gatorade (we’ve dubbed it “Electrolade”), which is made with naturally occurring honey sugars as well as pure sea salt or Himalayan salt.
This article is an excerpt from our full article on How To Offset The Carbon Footprint Of Your Flights, and shares only the equation to do so. The 747 Formula We’ve created the “7-4-7” formula (yes, a pun on the Boeing 747) to help you offset the carbon footprint of your travel. The formula, which […]
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This Grilled Chicken Dragon Salad features an amazing array of colors, textures, and flavors. It’s quick, easy, healthy, and makes a lovely lunch or dinner with chicken as the source of protein, and plenty of veggies to support digestion, elimination, and satiation. Nutritional Powerhouse: Cabbage contains anthocyanins, which are naturally occurring antioxidants. Anthocyanins not only […]
Japanese for “pleasant savory taste” or “essence of deliciousness”, Umami is a flavor that everyone loves and craves. This Umami Beef recipe is simple, taking only 25 minutes and one pan to make, yet a complete meal that is packed full of flavor and nutrients—exactly what you need after a long day. The rich flavors […]
Are you burned out? Or perhaps exhausted, fatigued, or just tired? What’s the difference and does it even matter? It can be tough to tell these conditions apart, as the symptoms overlap greatly, and even easier to brush off burnout as just feeling tired or in need of a vacation, but it’s important to stop […]
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This Mother’s Day, we invite you to think of the word mother as a verb (“to mother”), versus a noun. Why? Mothering transcends the female–you’re mothered by anyone (or thing) who offers you acceptance, nourishment, instruction, and empowerment. By detaching motherhood from any particular person, you’ll begin to notice where you could personally use more […]
Essential Guide To Work-Life Balance
/in Habits to Health, Relaxation, Tips & Advice /by adminIf you could gain two extra hours every day, how would you spend this newly-found bonus time? Would you commit to a morning meditation practice? Would you pursue a creative passion project? Or would you focus on developing and maintaining deeper connections and relationships with those you love? There are many permutations, but it would […]
Deserving Fund Spotlight: Laurinda Cummings
/in Alumni Stories /by adminLaurinda is the first recipient of the Deserving Fund. Her role as sole caretaker of her parents, now in their high 80’s, stuck out to us, as we know how stressful, emotional, and draining this show of support can be, and how, as with the case with Laurinda, it’s easy to turn to negative and […]
How To Build Healthy Habits in 6 Steps
/in Habits to Health, Tips & Advice /by adminSustainable, balanced health doesn’t come by yo-yo-ing between the latest diets and health fads. It is found by integrating specific actions that over time habituate into a naturally healthy lifestyle. Lifestyle Habits are like a heavy flywheel Lifestyles take a lot of energy to get going, but once moving, they are hard to stop. This […]
Butternut Squash Beef Chili
/in Recipes /by adminSoups and stews are an easily digestible meal to enjoy for lunch or dinner. Packing a thermos of chili to take to work is a great way to ensure you’re getting adequate protein and fiber to keep you fueled in your day. The squash adds a nice creamy component to the dish, and incorporates more veggies into your chili.
White Bean Borscht
/in Recipes /by adminBorscht can come in many forms, it’s not in fact a simple recipe. It’s more of a process created out of necessity by peasants in Eastern Europe needing to feed their families with what they had. It comes in endless varieties, and the white beans in this one add protein and creaminess to the bite. This comes together quickly, and since borscht isn’t just one thing, feel free to experiment with what vegetables you have on hand!
2023 Season Recap
/in Habits to Health /by adminReflections and Ruminations As I sit at my desk, overlooking Kootenay lake and across to the wilds of the Purcell mountain range, I can see orange and yellow sprinklings of the changing larch trees. This change of color, a riotous expression of a season morphing, is timely as we come to the end of our […]
Alumni Spotlight: Beth Featherstone
/in Alumni Stories /by adminBeth Featherstone is passionate about her family and time in the wilderness. The passing of her uncle, a spitting image of John Muir in both looks and heart, inspired annual family horse-packing trips that bring together everything Beth loves most—a trip she draws enjoyment from all year long… “I laugh more that week than I […]
Pumpkin Seed and Almond Granola
/in Recipes /by adminGranola is an easy breakfast cereal to make and always tastes better than store-bought. The almonds add a delicious crunch, lower blood sugar levels, reduce blood pressure, and lower cholesterol levels. Those benefits make them a great highlight for a healthy breakfast, compared to store-bought granolas and cereals which are often full of sugar. Served with plain yogurt and berries, this Pumpkin Seed and Almond Granola is a well-rounded meal with healthy fats, probiotics, and antioxidants. It can also be eaten as a snack to provide fuel during the day!
Homemade Gatorade
/in Recipes /by adminTry our homemade Gatorade (we’ve dubbed it “Electrolade”), which is made with naturally occurring honey sugars as well as pure sea salt or Himalayan salt.
Coconut Apricot Bliss Balls
/in Recipes /by adminWith just the right amount of spice and sweetness these homemade bars are easily prepared over the weekend to last you the entire week ahead.
The 747 Formula
/in Habits to Health, Tips & Advice /by adminThis article is an excerpt from our full article on How To Offset The Carbon Footprint Of Your Flights, and shares only the equation to do so. The 747 Formula We’ve created the “7-4-7” formula (yes, a pun on the Boeing 747) to help you offset the carbon footprint of your travel. The formula, which […]
Grilled Chicken Dragon Salad
/in Recipes /by adminThis Grilled Chicken Dragon Salad features an amazing array of colors, textures, and flavors. It’s quick, easy, healthy, and makes a lovely lunch or dinner with chicken as the source of protein, and plenty of veggies to support digestion, elimination, and satiation. Nutritional Powerhouse: Cabbage contains anthocyanins, which are naturally occurring antioxidants. Anthocyanins not only […]
Umami Beef with Cauliflower Rice and Vegetables
/in Recipes /by Search PrestigeJapanese for “pleasant savory taste” or “essence of deliciousness”, Umami is a flavor that everyone loves and craves. This Umami Beef recipe is simple, taking only 25 minutes and one pan to make, yet a complete meal that is packed full of flavor and nutrients—exactly what you need after a long day. The rich flavors […]
How Long Does It Take To Recover From Burnout
/in Tips & Advice /by adminAre you burned out? Or perhaps exhausted, fatigued, or just tired? What’s the difference and does it even matter? It can be tough to tell these conditions apart, as the symptoms overlap greatly, and even easier to brush off burnout as just feeling tired or in need of a vacation, but it’s important to stop […]
Creative Ways to Mother Yourself
/in Habits to Health, Relaxation, Tips & Advice /by adminThis Mother’s Day, we invite you to think of the word mother as a verb (“to mother”), versus a noun. Why? Mothering transcends the female–you’re mothered by anyone (or thing) who offers you acceptance, nourishment, instruction, and empowerment. By detaching motherhood from any particular person, you’ll begin to notice where you could personally use more […]