By Heather Molina for Ag for Life Winter is upon us. As we adjust to this new season, it is important to recognize how you are welcoming or resisting change. Let’s face it, change can sometimes be hard, uncomfortable, and present new challenges. As we move into the winter season, notice how you are responding to the seasonal change. What is coming up for you? Are you grumbling about the snow and having to scrape the ice off your windshield? It is important to notice how you p

Are you rocking the stash? You may notice the men in your life this month growing out their beards and showing off their moustache....

The concept of ‘mindfulness’ has generated some buzz and attention in recent years, in both mainstream culture and media. Concepts such as mindful moments, or mindful eating have become much more common. So what exactly is mindfulness? Mindfulness is the basic ability to become fully present and aware in a moment (1). People often have the idea that the concept of mindfulness can only be achieved when sitting crossed legged on a yoga mat, attempting to ‘meditate.’ To become c

Have you ever stopped to think about ‘habitual patterning’ and the reasoning behind why you do what you do? We are what we repeatedly do. Habits, we all have them. Healthy habits and not so healthy habits. Ever wondered what motivates habits and influences sustainable behaviour change? Ever tried to pick up a new habit like starting a new exercise regiment? Perhaps you have thought about trying to drop a habit that isn’t serving you like smoking, or nail biting? A habit can b

Taking care of our indoor environments. As Canadians anticipate the coming winter season, it’s not surprising that we’re spending more of our time indoors. With the fight against COVID-19, our overall time spent indoors is increasing[1] as public health measures call for to limit social gatherings and encourage staying at home especially if symptoms are present.[2] With more time spent indoors, monitoring and maintaining the quality of our indoor air is vital to our health a

2020 has presented many new and unforeseen challenges as we have been forced to continually pivot to the changing climate, navigating a global pandemic. COVID-19 has introduced many new stressors into our daily life as we adjust to wearing masks, working from home, managing kids out of school/daycare or homeschooling. In addition, we are dealing with demands for increased cleanliness precautions in workplaces and public spaces. As well as a generalized fear associated with co

When the leaves start to fall and the temperatures start to drop below zero, there’s no article of clothing that’s as omnipresent as the flannel shirt. They're warm, soft and comfortable yet rustic and rugged all at once. Flannel can be traced back to the 17th century, where farmers wore flannel shirts to protect themselves from the elements. This tradition has continued to grow in popularity most likely due to flannel’s longevity, affordability and warmth, making it the perf

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For nearly 35 years, Janice Tranberg has been a well-known presence within the agricultural industry. She continues to make her mark as...

What are they and what do you do when you see one on the road? When driving in rural Alberta, you might come across a herd of cows crossing the roadway. While unusual to some, this is known as a cattle drive and has a long history in western culture. Cattle drives are simply when ranchers, farmers, or cowboys move herds of cows from one area to another. Beginning in 1868, the purpose of cattle drives or cattle trailing was primarily to transport livestock, mainly cattle, to m

Each year most family households gather for Thanksgiving and partake in celebratory feasts. Thanksgiving is a time of gratitude and...

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Household waste is the leading cause of food waste in Canada. In our homes we produce 21 percent of all food waste, coming second only to...

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