Join Dr. Gary Irwin-Kenyon, professor, storyteller, and author with a deep curiosity about how we live well, and Vicki Hogarth, award-winning journalist and community connector, as they explore the big questions, the quiet moments, and everything in between.
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EPISODE #1
Host Dr. Gary Irwin-Kenyon introduces viewers to the practice of stillness, and how it can transform the way we think of aging, death, and loss. Gary answers viewers' questions, and leads viewers through a tai chi exercise. |
EPISODE #2
Host Dr. Gary Irwin-Kenyon and co-host Vicki Hogarth discuss the complexities of aging and the benefits of practicing stillness on an all-new Pathways to Stillness on CHCO-TV. |
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EPISODE #3
Host Dr. Gary Irwin-Kenyon and co-host Vicki Hogarth discuss the complexities of aging and the benefits of practicing stillness on an all-new Pathways to Stillness on CHCO-TV. |
Southwest Magazine: "Pathways to Stillness" author Gary Irwin-Kenyon
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Dr. Gary Irwin-Kenyon, Tai Chi instructor and author of "Pathways to Stillness", sits down with CHCO's Vicki Hogarth to talk about the importance of finding calm and stillness, and how anyone can use the art of Tai Chi to practice mindfulness in an often busy and hectic life.
Southwest Magazine is an original CHCO Television production taped on location at the CHCO-TV studio in Saint Andrews, New Brunswick, Canada. |
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Seated Tai Chi: Awakening Stillness and Well-being
Register now to attend a unique continuing education course to train therapeutic activity professionals in long-term care to guide seated tai chi sessions for people in their care.
Course Summary
Tai Chi can bring us to a quiet center in our being. It is as though our ailments disappear during the Tai Chi session. While the movements you learn are significant in this process, creating a stillness environment is equally crucial.
During the course, you will learn how to guide seated Tai Chi sessions for people in your care. Prior knowledge of Tai Chi is not needed. Ideally, your main commitment is to practice the movements yourself every day from the point at which to start the course. With practice, both you and the people who participate in the seated Tai Chi sessions will experience less anxiety, increased relaxation, and feelings of well-being.
People facing cognitive decline may also experience enhanced memory ability and/or postponement of symptoms. Physical outcomes may occur such as less pain, lower blood pressure, and better sleep. These benefits may extend to reduced stress and more focus on life balance. The course is suitable for therapeutic activity professionals, working in memory care settings, who would like to add a new dimension to their work. Nurses working in rehabilitation settings also benefit from the course.
Course Summary
Tai Chi can bring us to a quiet center in our being. It is as though our ailments disappear during the Tai Chi session. While the movements you learn are significant in this process, creating a stillness environment is equally crucial.
During the course, you will learn how to guide seated Tai Chi sessions for people in your care. Prior knowledge of Tai Chi is not needed. Ideally, your main commitment is to practice the movements yourself every day from the point at which to start the course. With practice, both you and the people who participate in the seated Tai Chi sessions will experience less anxiety, increased relaxation, and feelings of well-being.
People facing cognitive decline may also experience enhanced memory ability and/or postponement of symptoms. Physical outcomes may occur such as less pain, lower blood pressure, and better sleep. These benefits may extend to reduced stress and more focus on life balance. The course is suitable for therapeutic activity professionals, working in memory care settings, who would like to add a new dimension to their work. Nurses working in rehabilitation settings also benefit from the course.
The entire course is available via an online education platform. The live interactive sessions are delivered using Zoom. These sessions are recorded and made available to you. There is a course handbook and you are welcome to reach out to the course instructor with specific questions. This course is $549.00 + HST. In New Brunswick, 50% is reimbursed through workplace training grants. We can support your organization to apply for the grant.
Three-part Program
January 9, 2024 - February 5, 2024 - Self-paced learning
The first part of the course is comprised of on-demand videos which can be followed at your own pace. We recommend that you practice the movements shared in these on-demand videos each day for a minimum of two full weeks before the interactive part of the course begins. This means you start following the on-demand lessons by January 23, 2024.
The first part of the course is comprised of on-demand videos which can be followed at your own pace. We recommend that you practice the movements shared in these on-demand videos each day for a minimum of two full weeks before the interactive part of the course begins. This means you start following the on-demand lessons by January 23, 2024.
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February 6 - March 5 - Each Tuesday, 09:00-09:40 AST - Weekly live interactive Zoom sessions
The second portion of the course involves five -40-minute interactive sessions, spread over five weeks. During these sessions, you receive feedback to help you feel more comfortable performing the tai chi movements, work out how to organize sessions for people in your care and begin to guide sessions on your own. |
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April 2 - June 4 - First Tuesday of each month at 09:00-09:40 AST - Monthly Zoom check-ins
In the final part of the course, participants share and learn together based on the knowledge being acquired from running the seated Tai Chi programs at your homes.
In the final part of the course, participants share and learn together based on the knowledge being acquired from running the seated Tai Chi programs at your homes.
Exploring the Transformative Power of Stillness in Dementia Care
Click here to listen on Apple Podcasts
Imagine if through the practice of stillness, we could unlock a deeper sense of calm and peace, not just for ourselves, but also for people living with dementia. Professor Dr. Gary Irwin-Kenyon, our special guest for today, shares his incredible journey finding tranquility through martial arts and Tai Chi, and how these methods can bring profound benefits to those with dementia and their care partners. We take a deep dive into the fascinating world of stillness and its immense potential in dementia care.
Discover the importance of being fully present in each moment, a practice that is often overlooked in our fast-paced, do-it-all lifestyle. It's about striking a balance between doing and being, something Gary poignantly points out can be instrumental in turbulent times. We also discuss the refreshing concept of giving ourselves the green light to take a much-needed break, a vital component of self-care, especially for caregivers.
We delve into narrative care, a mindful approach of using stories to communicate with people living with dementia. We part with a thought-provoking discourse by Gary on how stillness can be a haven from our chaotic world. Join us on this episode of Redefining Dementia as we explore the enchanting essence of stillness and its transformative power.
Discover the importance of being fully present in each moment, a practice that is often overlooked in our fast-paced, do-it-all lifestyle. It's about striking a balance between doing and being, something Gary poignantly points out can be instrumental in turbulent times. We also discuss the refreshing concept of giving ourselves the green light to take a much-needed break, a vital component of self-care, especially for caregivers.
We delve into narrative care, a mindful approach of using stories to communicate with people living with dementia. We part with a thought-provoking discourse by Gary on how stillness can be a haven from our chaotic world. Join us on this episode of Redefining Dementia as we explore the enchanting essence of stillness and its transformative power.
The Pathways Series - Lifelong Inspiration
Training Effect Principle - Ancient Wisdom & Modern Science
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Dr. Gary Irwin-Kenyon shares a stillness story and guided relax-into-stillness movements based on Tai Chi. He will guide you through simple relax-into-stillness movements that you can practice and incorporate into your daily life— no matter how demanding your schedule.
Dr. Irwin-Kenyon is a regular contributor to the free monthly online 30-minute Pathways sessions for caregivers and care professionals who welcome help, and would like to improve your ability to manage your energy, motivation, and perspective— for your own wellbeing—and in order to better provide the quality care that you desire to achieve. Visit here to learn more. |
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Tai Chi class - 20 minutes to relaxation and stillness practice
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Hosted by Samantha Hachey, New Brunswick Association of Nursing Homes.
Please enjoy this 20 minute stillness practice with Dr. Kenyon. This short Tai Chi lesson can be done sitting or standing. It may help you to relieve stress and move forward with your day. Tai Chi can help you to improve sleep quality, relieve fatigue, reduce depression, and increase quality of life. |
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Soul Sister Conversations
Aug 7, 2022
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In this podcast Dr. Gary Irwin-Kenyon discusses his book which allows us to meander through topics of stillness, aging, loss and the meaning of life. Gary shares his wisdom, reflections and learnings. There are so many relatable themes and anecdotes that will make you reflect and perhaps laugh out loud. This is was such a warm and meaningful conversation.
- Dana Lloyd |
Click below to watch the presentation
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The Pathways Series - Stillness and One Page Profiles
This event took place on May 2, 2022
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These sessions bring long-term people together to find stillness and share our collective wisdom so that we can provide better person-centred care to our elders.
The presenting team includes Dr. Gary Irwin-Kenyon, renowned pioneer and veteran in the field of narrative gerontology, Ashley King and Daphne Noonan, co-Founders of Person Centred Universe and, Rahzeb Choudhury, Founder of Lifelong Inspiration. A One-Page Profile is a profile of a person, which is positively focused on their core qualities. They capture all the important information about a person on a single sheet of paper under three simple headings: what people appreciate about me, what’s important to me, and how best to support me. |
Click below to watch the presentation
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THE BEST ELDERCARE - Should Tai Chi be Used as Standard in Dementia Care?
This event took place on April 28, 2022
Sometimes the answers are found in what we already know. Gary and Rahzeb look at the case for embedding tai chi in daily dementia care.
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Click below to watch the presentation
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Session four - A double dose of stillness
The Pathways Series
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Session three - Put love at the centre
The Pathways Series
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Session two - Stillness as core care and reconnecting with core values
The Pathways Series
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Session One - Stillness as core care and reconnecting with core values
The Pathways Series
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00:00 Opening
02:25 Stillness as core care
05:55 Stillness exercises
13:24 Imagining the feeling of home
19:52 Reconnecting with core values
22:57 Next session and closing
02:25 Stillness as core care
05:55 Stillness exercises
13:24 Imagining the feeling of home
19:52 Reconnecting with core values
22:57 Next session and closing
9th International Conference on Ageing and Spirituality
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Aa a prelude to the conference, here is a discussion between conference coordinator Jane Kuepfer and Gary Irwin-Kenyon Enjoy!,
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Wednesday, May 27th 4 pm
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Saturday January 25, 2020 from 1-4 pm
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March 10 - 12, 2020, Saint John's on the Lake, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
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November 9th, 2019 - Saturday from 2:00 to 4:00 PM
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October 2019, University of Barcelona, Spain
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Wednesday, March 13th, 2019 - 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Jan 23, 2019 - 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
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November 4, 2018 1pm-4pm.
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October 30, 2018 - 2pm
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September 30, 2018
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September 19, 2018
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July 2, 2018
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November 19, 2017
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November 16, 2017
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October 24, 2017
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October 14, 2017
Book Reading and Signing: Indigo Place Montreal Trust - Montreal, Quebec, Canada
June 3, 2017
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March 18, 2017
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January 18, 2018
Men's Christian Spirituality Group, Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada - Busyness, Men, Tai Chi and Stillness
February 3, 2018
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Stillness Environment: Aging and Tai Chi university undergraduate credit course |
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February 14, 2018
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February 25, 2018
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Pathways to Stillness Book Launch, November 2017
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Saint Tomas University, Gerontology Department and the Office of Research Services Invite You to Celebrate the Publication of...
Pathways to Stillness: Reflect, Release, Renew by Gary Irwin-Kenyon THE ROTUNDA (ROOM 318) BRIAN MULRONEY HALL 
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October 6, 2016
Book Signing, Sunbury Shores Art and Nature Centre, Thursday, 5:00pm-7:00pm, Water Street St. Andrews NB, Canada 
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October 2016
Twente University, Enschede, The Netherlands, Centre for eHealth and Wellbeing Research and Lifestory Lab. 
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October 2016
Workshop, Centre for Inter-American Studies, University of Graz, Graz, Austria.
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April 2016
Storying Later Life: Narrative Gerontology theory and Practice - Dr. Gary Kenyon 
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