Reflecting on a New Year

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Written By Lindsay Olver

Written by Lindsay Olver | January 17, 2020

To be completely honest, I am not a January new year resolution/goal setting person. I typically see my birthday as a time for reflection of the year ahead since that is the day that I begin my own personal revolution around the sun.

It makes sense that the new calendar year is a popular time to dive into goals, especially in our colder climate where a lot of time is physically spent inward already.

When thinking about goal setting and resolutions certain words come into my mind: gratitude, intention, unapologetic, and clarity.

While setting any kind of goal whether it is big or small, I think it is important to think of your intention behind it. Get really clear about what you want for yourself versus what you think you should be doing or what others think you should be doing. I also think it is ok for goals to be adjusted since nothing in life is a guarantee or permanent.

A small daily goal of mine is to find time to reflect on my privilege, practice gratitude and act with intent. An example from my day today involved the cold weather! It is so easy to complain about how cold and uncomfortable winter can be. I am grateful to be privileged enough to have a winter coat (actually more than one), a safe place to live, and the ability to make nourishing warm food for my belly.

Whatever your goals or resolutions may be now and throughout the year, I would like to extend my wish for you to be happy, safe, and healthy!

Lindsay Olver

Registered Massage Therapist

BA Psychology

Registered Yoga Teacher

Lindsay Olver

In 2011, Lindsay graduated from the University of Saskatchewan with a Major in Psychology. During her time at the U of S Lindsay competed as a Huskie in the sport of wrestling. She also represented Canada at the Junior World Championships in 2008, where she placed 10th.

Throughout her time in university, Lindsay also established a regular yoga practice which led to her eventually completing Joos Yoga’s 200hr yoga teacher program. She developed a passion for yoga and meditation and had a keen interest in all aspects of how the body works.

In 2016, Lindsay graduated from the Professional Institute of Massage Therapy 2200 hour Advanced Massage Therapy program with Great Distinction. She provides relaxation, deep tissue/therapeutic, pre/post-natal, and aromatherapy massage. Lindsay enjoys treating a diverse range of clients and conditions. Through her experiences in sport, yoga and meditation, Lindsay utilizes different aspects of her toolbox to provide her clients with an individualized well-rounded treatment.

Aside from her work as a massage therapist, Lindsay is a mom of two, loves spending time with her family, reading, and drinking tea!

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