Life support for man in vegetative state must continue due to his spiritual beliefs in healing, judge rules
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Evening Standard
7 days ago
- Evening Standard
Life support for man in vegetative state must continue due to his spiritual beliefs in healing, judge rules
One said she communicates with him via a medium and with the help of a Reiki healer, and told the court: 'It is my perception that he is doing everything he can to move as much of himself as he can and is continuing to improve.
The Citizen
11-08-2025
- The Citizen
WATCH: Why Saying Affirmations Could Change Your Life
Affirmations are not self-help slogans or internet memes. While the idea of changing your world with the power of the... Affirmations are not self-help slogans or internet memes. While the idea of changing your world with the power of the spoken word is not new, it's becoming an every day tool that nobody can ignore anymore. They are powerful tools of intent, and when done correctly, they can completely change mindsets, boost confidence, and help change emotional patterns. Spiritual practitioner Anne-Marie Viviers of Heavenly Healing in Benoni works with clients seeking clarity, healing, and personal growth. She uses tools like Reiki, past-life regression, and the power of the tongue. She said affirmations are far more than words when applied by design. 'Affirmations need to be personal and spoken with conviction,' she said. 'They are declarations of change, and when they come from a place of sincerity, they carry real weight.' WATCH: Learn about affirmations Before saying anything, she said, the first step is to be honest about what needs changing in your life. 'You cannot just copy something off the internet and hope for the best. Whether it is self-doubt, fear, money stress or heartbreak, the affirmation must speak to that exact thing.' She said that although people often Google affirmations or pick them out of books, she encourages clients to build their own. 'Together we create wording that matches where they are and where they want to be. It must feel true to them. If it sounds forced, it will not land in the body.' Write down affirmations Viviers also recommends writing affirmations by hand. 'There is a neurological impact when you write something down. Your body remembers the motion. You are not just saying it. Instead, you are embedding it.' ALSO READ: Joyspan: The one life measure that really matters Believe it or not, apart from writing down affirmations, getting a message across to your mind and body should be done naked, in front of the mirror, she suggested. It's a growing trend, and Viviers encouraged it as a form of no-holds-barred self-confrontation, gently. 'Standing unclothed in front of a mirror strips away image and ego. There is nowhere to hide. And when you speak words of power and kindness to yourself in that state, it changes you. It builds self-respect.' She said the time of day when you do affirm ideas to yourself matters less than the intention. 'Say it in the morning if you need to face a difficult boss or colleague. Repeat it throughout the day if it is about anxiety or fear. The more often, the better, but always with presence of mind.' Affirmations can be done almost anywhere, not just in your birthday suit before a mirror. Public spaces, such as a park, in the car, or even while shopping, are ideal. You can whisper them to yourself, say it out loud in traffic. 'Even saying it quietly in or thinking it in a meeting still sends the signal. It is the intention that counts.' Listening to a recording of your own voice repeating affirmations also helps reinforce notions. 'Your subconscious responds best to your own voice. It trusts it,' she said. You trust your own voice Affirmations are not magical words that can be used like a wand to make anything manifest. 'If it is not part of your life path or truth, no amount of repeating it will make it happen. Wanting to win the lottery is not going to manifest because you chanted it. 'Affirmations work when they are aligned with who you are.' Viviers reiterated that affirmations are most effective when they come from a place of clarity and honesty, and knowing bits about yourself. 'This is not about wishful thinking,' she said. 'It is about intention. And when intention meets repetition, that is when the real change in the universe and your own orbit happens.' Five affirmations to test drive: I am open to the abundance of the universe. I am beautiful, sexy, and a limitless sensual being. Nothing can stop me from (insert goal) if it is right for me. (Insert problem or challenge) no longer haunts me, because I emerge in joy. I love myself, and therefore I can love others. NOW READ: Gen Z is not okay, the internet is making it worse
Hamilton Spectator
30-07-2025
- Hamilton Spectator
Keep it Local: ‘Just be Wellness Studio' ready to pass on the good vibes
Keep it Local is The Graphic Leader's weekly highlight of Portage la Prairie and area entrepreneurs. If you have a business or suggestion of who to learn about, reach out to us! The community is full of small business owners that keep our local economy thriving and unique. Our goal for each story is to get to know those businesses and the great people behind Just Be Wellness Studio & Centre 165 E Saskatchewan Ave, Portage la Prairie After five years of nurturing a growing wellness hub in the heart of Portage la Prairie, Red River Métis entrepreneur Kara Pawloski is ready to pass the torch. The founder of Just Be Wellness Studio and Centre , Pawloski has spent the past half-decade transforming a 5,100-square-foot building—once a REMAX real estate office—into a vibrant community space filled with wellness services, small businesses, and a boutique supporting Manitoba makers. 'We opened five years ago this September,' Pawloski said in an interview at the centre. 'What started as a few rooms quickly grew into 15 fully furnished rental spaces for practitioners, four bathrooms, a kitchen, and a 1,000-square-foot studio.' Inside, the space offers everything from chiropractic care and massage therapy to financial advising, Reiki, and tarot readings. There are also tanning beds, an infrared sauna, and flexible rentals for wellness professionals seeking temporary space without a long-term lease. 'We've made it accessible—people can rent by the hour, half-day, or full day,' said Pawloski. A key feature is the on-site boutique, which she opened two and a half years ago. Stocked with handcrafted goods from 32 Manitoba vendors, the boutique is open Thursday to Saturday, noon to 5 p.m. 'It started with pop-up markets, but I thought, if people aren't going to the markets, how will they see all this amazing local work?' she explained. 'So I dedicated space inside for the boutique.' Beyond supporting small businesses, Pawloski says her goal has always been to keep services local—especially for seniors and others reluctant or unable to travel to Winnipeg or Brandon. 'A lot of people don't want to leave town for an appointment,' she said. 'They might not have transportation, or they don't want to leave pets behind. This space brings the services to them.' The studio's calendar is just as diverse, hosting everything from yoga, barre, and block therapy classes to flower arranging, cupcake decorating, and psychic fairs. Local instructors and organizations frequently rent the studio for workshops and events. Giving back to the community has also become a central part of the centre's mission. Over the past two months, Just Be Wellness hosted three summer markets that raised funds for local causes including the Canadian Mental Health Association ($750), PAWS Portage Animal Welfare Society ($800), and Central Plains Cancer Services through the studio's 'Blooms for a Cure' paper flower fundraiser. The blooms are still for sale until the end of July. 'We've had generous support from local businesses,' Pawloski added. 'Jeffrey's Nursery donated strawberries, Solomon's gave us beautiful annuals, and Winkler's Potato Store sent specialty potatoes, all of which we sold to raise money for these causes.' Now, Pawloski is ready to retire and relocate to British Columbia, and she's seeking a buyer who can carry forward the centre's community-driven vision. 'I'm hoping someone in the wellness field will take over and continue to grow what we've built,' she said. 'The building's fully renovated, it has income-generating tenants, and it's full of potential. Someone could take it and really make it their own.' Listed as a share sale, the centre includes all furnishings, existing tenants, and space for expansion. 'Whether you keep the boutique or turn it into another office, there's a lot of flexibility,' Pawloski said. 'It's been a labour of love, and I'd love to see it continue to thrive.' For now, she's focusing on finishing out the summer market season, but with retirement on the horizon, Pawloski says it's time for someone else to pass on the good vibes. 'We have good energy in here, everybody that comes in seems to really like that.' To find out more about Just Be, you can stop by at 165 Saskatchewan Avenue East, beside Vopni Park or visit their website . Any inquiries can also be sent to justbewellnessstudio@ — Renée Lilley is a Local Journalism Initiative reporter who works out of the Portage Graphic. The Local Journalism Initiative is funded by the Government of Canada. Error! Sorry, there was an error processing your request. There was a problem with the recaptcha. Please try again. You may unsubscribe at any time. By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. Want more of the latest from us? Sign up for more at our newsletter page .
