Today we woke up extra early to meet with Jermaine McCracken before breakfast to discuss how SaluVida will be integrated at Camp Millbrooks in terms of health and well-being. It was an interesting discussion. SaluVida is a wellness model that focuses on health and preventative steps to ensure staying healthy. We got to learn a different approach to health care and Jermaine gave us some new perspectives. For example, she noted that women should prepare their bodies before pregnancy by living a healthy lifestyle. Jermaine said that a healthy life should include a balance of healthy nutrition, socialization, and exercise. Her vision for the camp is to have a health retreat where people can connect with nature and with themselves. She would like to provide knowledge and information to individuals so that they can be their best selves and lead more productive lives.
After our talk she showed us a part of her emWave system that allows you to focus on one thing, while measuring your heart rate and ability to focus. I had to concentrate on a garden setting which was very relaxing; although, I found it hard to focus on one thing for an extended period of time.
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| Jermaine demonstrates the emWave system with Olivia |
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| Shot from Steve's GoPro |
After our meeting, we had some free time to lounge around by the pool and soak up some sun – maybe too much sun for some! It was a nice and relaxing afternoon compared to our normal days that were jam-packed with activities and adventures. We did go to the beach to switch up our surroundings and get out a little, which was really nice. On the way to the beach, we went to a souvenir shop and picked up some things to bring home. The beach we went to was a public beach that wasn’t too busy. It was close to the airport and we got to watch some planes fly in and out.
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| Airplane headed to Sangster's International Airport |
Unfortunately, we will be on one of those planes flying out on Tuesday as we head back to the cold in Canada. I think everyone can agree that Jamaica is a beautiful place to be!
- Written by Emily Horn
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