Opinion

Our view of the body and health has changed over time and this affects how we treat illness  By Paul Bolger. Chartered Physiotherapist at Nano Physiotherapy, Kilkenny (www.nanophysio.ie). Last week we started to explore the mind-body connection and how the ideas of a 17th century French philosopher have influenced how we view the body and mind …

BY CLAIR WHITTY How is your sleep? Are you feeling revived and refreshed after sleep? I believe that there is nothing better for our health than getting quality sleep. I know, because I feel the amazing benefits of a good night’s sleep when I get one. I have improved energy, mood, concentration and focus and …

THE LAST WORD By Pat Coughlan Making the decision to be true to oneself in a society that often favours sameness requires bravery, especially for immigrants to a new country. Valuing individuality involves remaining genuine, seeing this as a strength, and finding ways to demonstrate authenticity in a new environment. For instance, an immigrant artist …

FURTHERMORE By Gerry Moran ‘Spring forward. Fall back’. I have to remember that to remind me whether the clocks go forward or back on Sunday, March 30. It’s Spring, so the clocks definitely go forward. Which means, quite simply – that we are being robbed! Robbed of 3,600 seconds, in short, robbed of an hour …

BY JOHN ELLIS, FINANCIAL ADVISOR As Ireland’s population ages, many retiring are facing the challenges of growing old alone. While some thrive in their independence, many often face financial concerns, healthcare issues, and the risk of social isolation. According to the Central Statistics Office (CSO), the number of people aged 65 and over living alone …

AS I SEE IT BY MARIANNE HERON Gazing upwards as I walk down my local high street I am looking, not at the sky, but at the first and second floors above the shop fronts. Some house offices, a few are apartments but many wear a general air of neglect. Piles of boxes and torn …

BY CLAIR WHITTY Whole health– what is that exactly? Well, it’s a balance of physical, mental and spiritual health… but how are they linked and why do they matter? Let’s dive in. If your physical health isn’t at an optimal level, this can affect your mental health and vice versa. Whether it’s that your energy …

BY JOHN FITZGERALD Fennelly’s of Callan is renowned as a creative hub. It lived up to that image again over St Patrick’s Weekend with an Open Mic that showcased a broad spectrum of talent and artistry. The event was hosted in a part of Fennelly’s (a former pub and undertakers’) that once served as the Hearse Room: Funerals departed from it for …

BY JOHN FITZGERALD (Part two) At Callan Court Judge Pat Cody’s expression changed from one of treasonable contentment to a deep frown when two teenagers appeared before him accused of stealing hay from a barn in Bolton. He sentenced them to fourteen days each and a “severe whipping”. The judge took a serious view of the offence, …