ISH February, Community and YOU

Hello Friends,

February is a transitional month, between winter and spring. In Colorado, snow one day and 60 degrees the next! I am getting antsy to get my hands in the dirt and plant some veggies but that is a bit risky this time of year! In this month before the spring equinox, you may feel energized or still needing a bit more wintering and quiet. Listen to your needs and take time to honor your personal energy especially during this transitional time.

I have been reflecting a-lot about community lately. How community supports healing. How to integrate community into ISH Membership. How to support people feeling isolated. The importance of community in healing.

Have a read and a listen and lean into community in your life. (Make sure you "display all images" to access the videos and extras in your newsletter!)

In the spirit of a colorful, abundant and joyful life,

Lynn Joselyn PA-C, IFMCP, CFSP™ (she/her/hers)

COMMUNITY AND HEALING

Communities are formed through shared physical locations, hobbies, interests or other commonalities. Communities embody involvement, connection, and togetherness. This feeling of fellowship with others can help provide a sense of purpose and belonging, and in turn, can have a positive effect on overall health and wellbeing.

THE BENEFITS OF BEING PART OF A COMMUNITY

Motivation – Inspiration to engage in your life.
Learning Opportunities – We all have different life experiences and knowledge, you can reach out to your community to ask questions and get support.
Make Friends – Being part of a community gives you the opportunity to meet and bond with like-hearted people.
Networking Opportunities – Whether you’re in need of a service or you have a service to offer, it is likely that your peers can make introductions for you.
Stress relief – Community events give you the chance to interact and have fun with others, which in turn, can relieve stress. Humans are social creatures by nature.

HEALTH BENEFITS OF BEING IN COMMUNITY

Improved physical and mental health
Decreased obesity and smoking
Connection increases longevity
Strong social ties are crucial to brain health
Social connection is a basic human need
Socializing can stimulate attention and memory
Social connection helps to strengthen neural brain networks

I believe one of the missing links in our healing and medical spaces is community. I am passionate about bringing this important element in to healing spaces in innovative ways. At Integrated Spectrum of Health members have the opportunity to meet weekly for a group visit consisting of education, conversation and connection. People heal quicker in community and it's ALOT more fun!

Simple ways to create connection

Start or join a walking group
Share a recipe, zoom a friend to cook together
Call a friend, sit in the sunshine and visit
Invite friends over to create something, color, collaging......
Talk to your neighbors
Notice others and the work they are doing and thank them for it

How do YOU create connection?

What's new at ISH Membership?
I am excited to share that I am collaborating with Jessica Bruno, MS a Functional Nutritionist. ISH membership now includes private visits with Jessica, who will bring her nutrition and health coaching expertise to support members and their healing. Meet Jessica, watch her intro video HERE.

If you live in Colorado and are curious to learn more about ISH Functional Medicine Membership and partnering with me to elevate your health, schedule a DISCOVERY CALL and we can chat.

Don't live in Colorado? Check out my Community Membership for weekly group visits and access to On Demand Courses.

Connection Vitality Joy