Synergy, as the name implies, was chosen because this publication could only be accomplished with cooperative action between like-spirited individuals; and for the reason that it’s very purpose is to promote the exchange of ideas and stories to promote wellness in all areas of our lives… body, mind and spirit. Synergy is created when we are working together, sharing resources and developing symbiotic relationships.
Within the pages of this site, you will find people sharing their stories and experiences with the hope that you will be inspired, empowered and from time to time uncomfortably provoked to look further into a topic or path. The contributors range from professional authors to amateur writers, and business owners to local artists. Each edition highlights a person who has inspired others simply by living their passion. Click on the above icons to explore our six article groupings... features, health & wellness, mindful living, ponderings, the radio show and spirit.
To inspire humanity to make empowered, conscious choices in all areas of life, for ......
Synergy Magazine provides a venue for community members to both share and learn from each other's experiences in a solution-based forum of expression. Synergy promotes growth, well-being and mindful living; and attracts readers, writers and ......February Is Black History Month
With the discovery of gold on the lower Frazer River and the creation of British Columbia in 1858, several hundred African Americans, fearing the threat that they would be sold back...
Are You Stuck in a Rut?
I congratulate you! Not because you are in a rut, but because you know you are. Knowing you’re in a rut is the normal prelude to self reinvention. Many get stuck in a rut without...
Exemplary Food Activists
This article is inspired from speaking to a high school class recently about the impact of our food choices. Seeing more of any of the following three people is well worth a visit...
3 Fears That May Be Holding You Back
3 Fears That May Be Holding You Back from Reaching Your Potential Does fear hold you back from pursuing things in your life and career? If this sounds familiar to you, don’t...
Falling Off the “Resolution Wagon” is Good for Your Health!
It is a common theme in any area of health research — lifestyle makes a big difference. From getting enough sleep and eating your veggies, to managing your stress well and staying...
Releasing the Past with EFT
There’s a popular saying that perhaps you’ve heard before: “Your issues are in your tissues.” What a beautifully concise way to describe the human condition. All of us, through...
Pranayama: The Yoga Of Breath; Power To The Peaceful
BKS Iyengar, the legendary yoga master, in his 93rd year in Pune India, describes prana as the breath of life of all beings in the Universe. We are all born into prana and when we die...
For Xavier
They could have told me my cousin was gay. I was 19 and it was 1982 and I was more than a little shocked. I hadn’t seen Cousin Denis — who later changed him name to Xavier — since...
Save the World with Leftovers
I am certain that fresh, whole foods are essential for health. You literally are what you eat. Processed foods have a surplus of calories but are deplete in nutrition — the result...
Fixing Family Dynamics
It is interesting how the process of trying to fix family dynamics usually backfires. Here’s my most recent example. An aged member of my family has profound hearing loss and a tendency,...
Love Me Some Politics!
With her three children grown and her education complete, Rae Kornberger stays in Nanaimo because of her radio show. A Sense of Justice airs every Wednesday evening from 7:00-8:00pm...
Gift Giving
We trust you had a happy Christmas and a merry New Year and enjoyed all the rest of the good things the yuletide season delivers us. We’re assuming, check that, we’re knowing...
Downspout Disconnection - What’s the Point?
By Dr. Dianne Saxe and Jackie Campbell A dinner guest recently grumbled about municipal requirements that he disconnect his downspouts. Why are they making us do such a stupid thing,...
Message From Compassion Farm
Many people have asked where our 16 month legal battle with the District of Lantzville is at. For those who are new to the issue here is a bit of background: A year ago September...
Shot an Elephant in My Pyjamas
One Night: Need help finding the right self-help book... immediately. Growing up... all the religions Mother, Father took us through, all the books, latest gurus, and now... I...
Reclaiming Innocence
Thank you for your welcome. I am this sunny day in your neighbourhood. It was just the way it came together this morning, and I trust that you are in love with it all as I am, with...
Fear or Hope?
Which statement do you agree with: 1) “the world is becoming more divided, dangerous, and scary”; or, 2) “amazing new opportunities for planetary transformation and unity are...
The U.F.O Abduction: A True Story
I was down by the lake on a mid-summer’s evening when it all began. It had been the kind of day where heat waves conjure visions that evaporate as you get close. A day where cool...
Review: A Celtic Pilgrimage; Four Elements
“A Celtic Pilgrimage with John O’Donohue” (New Perspective Productions/Sounds True 2009) ISBN 978-1-60407-524-3 and “Four Elements: Reflections on Nature by John O’Donohue”...
Chickens Are Beautiful Too...
Lessons From Animals: In an online post regarding the council meeting yesterday proposing a Therapeutic Community for the homeless on Woodwynn Farms in Saanich, this quote from an...
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