By Dianna Bowes on
5/8/2013 9:07 AM
You Are!! If you haven’t had a personal experience with this life changing treatment, then of course, you’re afraid.
The unfortunate thing, we in North America have not been educated about the colon. We have not been educated on the healing effects of Colon Hydrotherapy. This lack of education is costing us our
health and it is costing us the empowerment that comes from Self-Directed Healing without unnecessary pharmaceuticals.
The colon is a hugely important organ that directly affects:
· Our Health
· Our Energy
· Our Moods
· How good or bad we feel.
· The level of pain we experience.
· It influences whether we will experience disease in our lifetime.
When we feel ill we go to the doctor and receive a diagnosis. A diagnosis is not the education we need to be seeking.
Let Us Educate Ourselves on Prevention
Colon Hydrotherapy is a treatment that facilitates disease prevention.
The colon is a very complex...
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By Dianna Bowes on
5/7/2013 10:21 AM
 What inspires you? Is it a person, maybe a singer or a famous person like Oprah? For me it is usually someone who has had a difficult journey and makes sense of it by giving back to the community. One who has been given lemons and makes lemonade and share it to their circle of influence.
Spencer Beach
I was invited to celebrate the 10 year anniversary of Spencer Beach’s accident. Spencer is a St. Albert man who was burned in a work accident to over 80% of his body with 3rd and 4th degree burns. To say he inspired me would be an understatement. He shared his feelings so openly and clearly that it was hard to listen to him at times. But the message I received loud and clear was about accountability and the importance of his family. He takes responsibility for what happened to him and decided to make a difference by reaching out to get the message out about working and living safe. He said people are surprised by him, because nothing rattles him. Spence says it is pretty simple, nothing is as important as his family, that they are happy , healthy and safe. That is as simple as it gets. ...
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By Dianna Bowes on
4/1/2013 11:25 AM
 When someone asks you what you do for a living, do you tell them with enthusiasm or do you quickly answer the question and move on to the next topic? We would all love to be spending our days filled with joy and passion, but realistically how many of us truly know what we really want to be doing? Many of us think retiring is the answer, then we can do anything we want. But do you have any idea what you want to do when you retire? As women, we need to be doing meaningful things that have a purpose and that fill our hearts.
Retirement
There may be bits and pieces of your job that you love, and something's you detest. Now is the time to start thinking about the bits and pieces you enjoy. For the next week, keep track of these moments, minutes or hours that you get lost in.
One of my fabulous at 50 members, recently retired from a long career...
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By Dianna Bowes on
3/29/2013 7:48 PM
 The move to my new place had been a long and difficult one. Late that night, my shoulders and back ached so much I longed for a hot bath. As I turned on the tap, I spied the chain dragging in the drain – the stopper was missing. I could have cried!
I wandered into the kitchen, pining for my soak with Epsom salts and lots of bubbles. A hot shower just wouldn’t do! As my mind sifted through possible solutions, I noticed the lid from my travel mug on the counter. Hmm – would it work? That lid tucked down over the outer drain ring perfectly, but I was sure it would float away from the force of the water. So I added some decorative rocks to the rim and voila! The tub started to fill. Sure, there was still some water leaking through, but enough stayed in the tub so I could have my soak. When I relayed the story to a friend the next day, she said, “That was so creative.” ...
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By Dianna Bowes on
3/9/2013 2:32 PM
As a women who has been hurt, judged and came from a past of neglect and abandonment, I can tell you that being vulnerable was something that I avoided like the plague. But what I realized was by not being vulnerable and opening my heart to love whole-heartedly, I missed out on having joyful and close relationships. Losing my first husband at 20 numbed me to being vulnerable for many years. I was so afraid that if I loved someone that much and they left for whatever reason, that I would not be able to deal with it again. I just did not want to feel that pain again.
So I didn’t open my heart again until 10 years ago.
Thankfully I was given many lessons and gifts along my journey to wake me up to the necessity of being authentic. Just being me…whatever that meant.
There is nothing I love more than meeting and being around people who are courageous enough to just be open and show us me who they really are. Warts and all. I have been blessed to be surrounded by people who are comfortable enough...
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By Dianna Bowes on
2/9/2013 9:18 PM
 I don't have a bucket list written down, but I have a mental list. And I was able to check a couple off this year so far. My good friend Judy jumped at the change to purchase tickets to Oprah in Calgary and invited me along. Seeing Oprah has been on our bucket list for years. Even through I had only returned from my honeymoon the day before the Oprah event in Calgary, I packed a small overnight bag and jumped on the Red Arrow to Calgary with Judy.
What I loved the most about Oprah was her sense of humor and her presence. She is so real, silly at times, I felt like I was listening to a good friend. What a gift she has been to so many, her wisdom and willingness to share so much of her life with us is priceless.
Finding the common thread
Oprah shared a concept about following the common thread through your life that could lead you to your passion. She talked about her experiences...
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By Dianna Bowes on
2/4/2013 2:49 PM
Ovarian cancer is a silent killer, and it is often not detected until the disease is in its final, fatal stages. Early detection of the disease can mean the difference between life and death. Being an advocate for your own health, and knowing the signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer, is critical to timely treatment.
Ovarian cancer can be difficult to detect because the cancer originates deep within the pelvic cavity. According to the Mayo Clinic, ovarian cancer begins in the ovarian tissue in cells on the outside of the ovary, in the egg-producing cells, or in the cells that produce hormones. The cancer cells can travel and spread to other parts of the body before the site of the original cancer if found.
Some symptoms of ovarian cancer may be subtle and easy to ignore at first. If these symptoms persist or become more severe, they may indicate ovarian cancer. Signs of ovarian cancer include:
Abdominal bloating or a consistent feeling of fullness or pressure
Pain in the pelvic or...
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By Dianna Bowes on
1/29/2013 11:28 AM
 Are you a front or back seat driver?
You have probably heard phrases like “you are judged by the people you associate with” or “your results I life are a result of the people you choose to have in your life”. Our lives mirror the people we choose to associate with the most. Who do you associate with…. Front or back seat drivers?
Front seat drivers are people who support others; help them find their way, show patience when there is a detour or a wrong turn, and who offer to share the driving on a long or tiring journey.
Back seat drivers have the potential to drain your passion and deplete your positive energy. Backseat drivers often find fault with or complain about others, tell you what to do, or nitpick at issues. The great news is that you have the power to choose a) which type of driver you will be, and b) who you let in your vehicle...
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By Dianna Bowes on
12/22/2012 4:21 PM
 Happy new year, I hope you brought in this new year with a bang, I did. I got married! Woohoo! On January 5th, 2013, my long time partner John and I tied the knot. We had our closest friends and family celebrate this wonderful event at Characters fine dining restaurant in Edmonton. We had a very personalized ceremony and followed it with a toast and a cocktail reception. Many people asked us why we didn't have a destination wedding and our answer was that we wanted people at the wedding that might not be able at afford to travel or like Johns father were not able to travel. Having our children stand up for us was very touching and surreal.
So why get married after 10 years together? Good question. First answer is, I finally said yes and second John got his divorce finalized. He gave me the engagement...
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By Dianna Bowes on
11/23/2012 11:15 AM
Imagine going to a mega mall that you have never been to, one where you could get lost in the parking lot, let alone in the mall. Amy and Emma had were overwhelmed by the size of the mall, and how they would find their vehicle after a day of shopping. As they entered the mall they noticed the “you are here” sign. Taking note of the current location was the first step in finding their car at the end of the day and navigating through the mall. This sign helped them Get Positioned for Success (GPS).
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