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Chromotherapy to Help Beat Winter Blahs
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The next session of Brain Games begins Wednesday, February 21st, classes are at the Saanich Centre, located at 286 Hampton Road. Call 250 382-3151 or visit www.silverthreads.ca for more information.
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Memory PLUS is a Silver Threads Service program for those 55+ who would like to enhance their memory skills in an active and social group setting. The PLUS stands for Practice, Laughter, Useful Strategies. We encourage you to exercise your brain by solving a Quiz and name some Famous Ukulele Musicians.
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MEMORY PLUS CHALLENGE FAMOUS UKULELE PLAYERS QUIZ
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• Red is associated with vitality and stimulation, often used to boost energy. • Blue is linked to calmness and relaxation, promoting a sense of tranquility. • Yellow is associated with optimism and mental clarity, to stimulate the nervous system.
Light influences the production of neurotransmitters and hormones in the brain. Exposure to specific colours is thought to trigger the release of certain chemicals, affecting mood and emotions. This is particularly relevant in the context of addressing conditions like Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) during the winter months. While scientific evidence supporting chromotherapy is limited, many people find it to be a relaxing and enjoyable complementary therapy. Chromotherapy is often integrated into infrared saunas, to enhance the overall experience. The therapeutic effects of an infrared sauna with chromotherapy can deliver both physical and mental well-being, making it an invaluable tool to navigate and thrive during the colder months. RITUAL Nordic Spa, located in downtown Victoria, offers infrared sauna bookings for one or two people in their Birch Private Sauna Suite. Each one hour session includes infrared sauna, chromotherapy, private shower, towel, and locker use. Ritual is also known for its “Nordic Circuit” and massage therapy. Learn more at www.ritualnordicspa.com.
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f the grey days of winter leave you feeling blah, it’s time to discover Infrared Sauna and Chromotherapy. Infrared energy can improve circulation, reduce inflammation, help relieve stress and pain. Chromotherapy, or colour therapy, provides the seven-colour spectrum similar to sunlight, and provides both mental and physical benefits, especially if you tend to feel low on energy this time of year. This holistic healing practice is based on the belief that colours can influence our physical, emotional, and mental well-being. The concept dates back to ancient civilizations, including the ancient Egyptians and Greeks, who used coloured light in their healing temples. Here’s an overview of how chromotherapy works: Chromotherapy is rooted in the idea that each colour has a unique energy frequency corresponding to specific energy centers or organs in the body. Exposure to specific colours can introduce new energy, and help create balance and harmony. For example:
ilver Threads Service offers Ukulele and Yoga programs to stretch you musically and physically. Both ukulele and yoga have numerous advantages for challenging your mind by learning an instrument and bending your body with gentle exercise. However, it is advisable to avoid practicing them simultaneously. But if you do master that, there might be a new career awaiting you in Las Vegas! Ukulele is a great instrument to learn to play. It’s an easy instrument and can create beautiful music, and after a few classes you will be able to play recognisable tunes. While you might not be ready for Carnegie Hall, it won’t be as offensive to the ear as, say a beginner accordion. Beginner Classes start at the Victoria Centre Friday, February 23rd from 1:00 to 1:45pm. For those who have some experience, the class at the Saanich Centre is Wednesdays, starting February 21st from 9:30am to 10:30am. Our instructors are encouraging and bring a lighthearted approach to the classes. Are you finding that aches and pains are sneaking up on you and the back, knees, hips are not working like they used to? Well, welcome to the club….or in this case - Centre. Our Yoga classes are for those of us who aren’t so bendy, need some motivation and appreciate being in a class with others in the same boat. The starting point for beginners is Chair Yoga. It is restorative and you are seated for the class. Beginning the week of March 4th classes are Mondays and Thursdays at the Victoria Centre. At the Saanich Centre the Gentle Yoga class is floor-based with smooth transitions for strength and mobility. Classes will begin Thursdays, February 22nd. Evening Hatha Yoga Classes are at the Victoria Centre are on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Our Winter Program Guide outlines all the details with our programs that run to the end of March, visit www.silverthreads.ca or pick up a program guide at one of our Centres. Silver Threads Service has been serving the community for 67 years. Our Saanich Centre is located at 286 Hampton Road, in the Tillicum Gorge neighbourhood and can be reached at 250 382-3151. Our Victoria Centre is located at 1911 Quadra Street, near the Police Station and can be reached at 250 388-4268.
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