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.

FOOD: “Buyer Beware” In The Health Food Industry

Recently I was given a media pass to the Health Food Trade show, since I write about food for Synergy Magazine. During the 90s, I attended this trade show as an employee of a Nanaimo... 

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The Spring Flu

We were sitting at the kitchen table enjoying a glass of red wine when I looked over to see my friend’s 5-year-old boy standing rigidly in the middle of the living room floor. His... 

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Is There Life Without a Car?

I’m “weird,” and proud of it.  Now don’t get me wrong, I’m not weird in the way many people use that word: I am socially capable, generally interesting to talk with, sometimes... 

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Ramblings of an Old Flower Child - Ticker

I spent most of my life searching for truth, self awareness and ultimately Nirvana by thinking, analyzing, pondering and conceptualizing. I thought that the mind contained the wellspring... 

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Solar Energy - an easy approach to learn how solar panels work

What’s solar power ?   Solar energy is radiant energy which is produced by the sun. Every day the sun radiates, or sends out, an immense quantity of energy. The sun radiates more... 

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Humanity Man: Smile

Well, hello there, my fellow zombies, we’re truly happy you could join us again.   How have your lessons been progressing? For you rookie zombies and others with memory troubles,... 

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“Silver/Amalgam” Fillings

A new patient told me that her son recently had a “silver” filling placed by another dentist without any discussion with her about it. I was discouraged to hear this. As a dentist... 

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Call a Genius

Would you like to spend more time doing what you love and using your natural gifts? I call this your “genius zone”. A wise coach and friend, Helen Daniels, once told me her secret... 

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Self-Hypnosis for Behavioural Change

In order for you to change your behaviour, you must first change your behavioural programming. Self-hypnosis allows you to change old behavioural programs into new and more positive... 

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The Gifts Asthma Gave Me

It seems it was a lifetime ago, that I heard my judo instructor’s voice saying to me that I need to relax, flow and cultivate the mindset of Mushin or “no mind”. I was only 6... 

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