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Author: Rachel (page 3)

Meditation in Hindu and Yoga Philosophy

Posted on: October 8, 2020 Last updated on: October 14, 2020 Written by: Rachel Comments: 0
Yoga and meditation has recently become a popular method of de-stressing in Western society. Although the West has adopted these practices as a tool for reflection and mental wellness, it’s important that we ask ourselves where such traditions come from,…
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Healing Through Creative Writing

Posted on: October 1, 2020 Last updated on: October 1, 2020 Written by: Rachel Comments: 0
Writing has always grounded me, in many ways it has brought me back down to earth whenever my brain is muddled or I can’t think clearly. Especially in times as uncertain as these, it has become increasingly clear to me…
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A Week of Mindful Moments

Posted on: September 24, 2020 Last updated on: September 24, 2020 Written by: Rachel Comments: 0
Back to school season typically brings forth the sensation of excitement and stress. However, with the unfamiliar terrain of online courses, I’ve found myself even more high-strung than usual. The Multi-Faith Centre offers frequent classes with Mindful Moments, so I…
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Virtual Book Club!

Posted on: March 31, 2020 Last updated on: March 31, 2020 Written by: Rachel Comments: 0
Isolated in my home, with all of the time in the world in the palms of my hands, I think to myself, “look how much free time I have!” In reality, I’m spending all of that time typing a single…
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Mental Wellness in a Difficult Time

Posted on: March 25, 2020 Last updated on: March 25, 2020 Written by: Rachel Comments: 0
In light of the ongoing period of self-isolation and social distancing, I thought I’d share some of my top tips for staying positive in this difficult period of time. 1 ) Meditation I’ve been experiencing a spike in stress due…
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Healing with Yoga

Posted on: March 18, 2020 Last updated on: March 18, 2020 Written by: Rachel Comments: 0
Before the cancellations of classes and events, I was able to attend one of the final events at the Multi-Faith Centre. The ‘Healing with Yoga Event’ was a trauma-informed practice, that is specifically catered toward those who have experienced or…
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Attending the Eco-Spirit Environmental Arts Showcase!

Posted on: March 10, 2020 Last updated on: March 10, 2020 Written by: Rachel Comments: 1
Not only was the Eco-Spirit Art Show home to many interesting pieces of art, but it also showcased how artists on campus intersect their creative talent with their passion for environment-related causes. The space was set up in the bright…
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How to Stop Being in a Slump

Posted on: March 3, 2020 Last updated on: March 3, 2020 Written by: Rachel Comments: 1
This time of the year can be hard. It’s constantly dark outside, the wind chill is normally freezing, it takes an extra ten minutes to get anywhere because you have to account for the traction of walking through snow, and…
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Joining the “Open Table”

Posted on: February 26, 2020 Last updated on: February 26, 2020 Written by: Rachel Comments: 0
This past week, I had the pleasure of joining the Open Table group on campus. The Christian-based community centres on inclusivity, open dialogue, exploration of faith and identity, and also includes dinner! To those who are interested, the group meets…
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What I’ve Discovered at the Multi-Faith Centre

Posted on: February 18, 2020 Last updated on: February 18, 2020 Written by: Rachel Comments: 0
Since becoming the Multi-Faith Centre’s blogging intern, I’ve learned a few things from my experiences with the centre that I thought I should share. 1.) Faith is complicated. This is one of the most prominent discoveries I’ve made during my…
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