The F3 Method

06/13/2025

05/01/2025

❣️ Our communities thrive because of your sacrifices. Eternally grateful

May 1st marks , a time to honour the unwavering dedication and courage of all of our first responders who protect and serve our communities. As a municipality, we are deeply grateful to the teams of emergency responders in North Grenville and the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville. Your commitment, professionalism, and sacrifice do not go unnoticed. Today, and every day, we extend our heartfelt respect and admiration to all the incredible individuals who keep our communities safe.



Mayor Nancy Peckford, North Grenville Deputy Mayor John Barclay - North Grenville Councillor Kristin Strackerjan, North Grenville Councillor Doreen O'Sullivan Councillor Debbie Wilson

04/28/2025

04/28/2025

Thank you Broadmind Mental Health for your incredibly insightful and compassionate Mental Health First Aid training!

01/16/2025

Thank you to the North Grenville Fire Services for inviting me to introduce The F3 Method concept to many fire chiefs of the surrounding areas. I was honoured to be invited and that the NGFD have benefited from / trust this methodology.

FYI:
When the effects of stress and or experiencing traumatic events are not addressed:
- Nervous system (the Guard Dog) regulation becomes impaired
- Alienation from self, body, emotions and mental acuity
- Emotional regulation is hindered = increased intensity of emotions (ex; anger outbursts), irritability, insomnia, anxiety, depression, addiction, lack of intimacy and sexual disfunction, lack of sense of value and purpose
- Increased; blood pressure, heart rate, cholesterol
- Immune system is compromised, stomach issues, aches and pains, joint issues
(just to name a few)

How the F3 Method Helps:
- Emotional regulation and Mental acuity is enhanced by; Movement, fascia work, mindfulness and breath control
- Fascial work is grounding and can calm the NS
- Movement pumps out endorphins (feel good neurotransmitters)
- Connects the mind to movement = decreases stress level
- STOPS the Default Mode Network from its regular reactionary patterns
-- DMN cannot be changed through narrative / visceral experience is required

REMEMBER:
*CONTROL YOUR BREATH = CONTROL YOUR OUTCOME

Reach out for more info:
thef3method@gmail.com
www.f3method.ca

* We teach Emergency Response Personnel & Military Servicemembers (ERP & MS) self-guiding tools to maintain optimal performance and resiliency.

01/07/2025

✨ TONIGHT ✨

✨Start your 2025 by opening up the body and relaxing the mind.
See you tonight at 7pm @ Douvris!

The F3 Method & TriWolf Shanti Healing Yoga

Register: triwolfshantihealing@gmail.com
Last minute drop-ins are welcome ✨

11/11/2024

11/05/2024

The Kemptville / Municipality of North Grenville community is suffering unprecedented amounts of grief and stress right now, particularly within the teenager community. We have just lost a third grade 11 young man in a month. It is heart wrenching.

The amount of loss of life of beautiful teenage souls + school threats of violence in such a short period of time.... I have never seen it.

I know many teens don’t express themselves verbally to their parents when they are stressed, however humans use non-verbal communication more than verbal so note any shifts in your teenager's behaviour, energy level, physical pain / discomfort / distress, eating or sleep habits etc.

Stress can show itself through anger outbursts as well... especially in males. Maybe even taking it out while active in a sport.

Here are a couple ways to help:
- Breathing techniques are a powerful tool to move lodged distress through the body and to shift any intrusive thoughts. Great alternative when a teenager can’t figure out what ‘words’ to use to express themselves.
- Movement to activate all the body’s joints relieves tension and helps with sleep
- Twisting postures help to move hormones and lymph through the body (which gets stagnant or stuck and causes us to feel gross, tired, painful, lethargic etc.)
- Connecting breath to functional movement and stretching can alleviate mental and physical stress.
- Just taking a break from regular activities (schedules tend to get jammed up this time of year) to shut the noise off and quiet things down.

I want to make sure that whoever is reading this knows there is support close by....
Please reach out if you think I can help.
The F3 Method
thef3method@gmail.com

Counseling:
My brilliant friend Jennifer ( www.healthyroutes.ca ) supports teenagers dealing with mental and emotional stress. Her approach is extremely unique and extremely effective. She really understands what teens are going through and can support them with simple strategies. She even comes to you because she feels the best approach to supporting teens is to meet them where they are comfortable. Whether in your house or out for a walk etc.
She also runs a virtual mom support group every month on the third Thursday of the month @ 7:30pm.
www.healthyroutes.ca

These are some other resources offered by the schools:
- Kids Help Phone 1-800-6686868 or text CONNECT to 686868
- 1 Call 1 Click for connection to community support services for children and youth 16 years and younger, and their families
- Kids Grief - provides resources for parents to help discuss these issues.
- AccessMHA.ca for connection to community support services for individuals over 16 years of age
- 988 Su***de Crisis Helpline
- PLEO (Parents’ Lifelines of Eastern Ontario) for parents and
- Caregivers whose children are dealing with mental health challenges. Outside Ottawa: 1-855-775-7005 (Toll Free), email: info@pleo.on.ca

❣️Our community has shown such incredible support for the families suffering these losses. This task is just beginning so let’s make sure to support each other also. Stronger together.

Healthy Routes offers proactive strategies and healthy outlets for anxious adolescents and stressed out parents. It's mission is to minimize mental health, self-harm and lifelong addiction statistics.

08/26/2024

👨‍🚒The Municipality of North Grenville is seeking to fill a permanent full-time position of Fire Chief of Emergency & Protective Services.

Responsibilities:
Management of the emergency and protective services department including emergency management, fire services, fire suppression, and fire prevention, in accordance with corporate policies and procedures, the Establishing and Regulating By-Law, the Ontario Fire Protection and Prevention Act, and all other applicable legislation.

For full details about this exciting opportunity, visit www.northgrenville.on.ca/careers

08/21/2024

Link to donate:
https://mdsc.akaraisin.com/ui/dd2024/pledge/sponsor/donation?pid=5598490

We're looking for volunteers to help as support crew during Michelle's run, as well as people to share the story, and of course donations! DONATION LINK COMING SOON!

04/12/2024

Hollar to the St.Mike's grade 12 gym crew for putting up with my torturous teachings 😉🧘‍♂️

Thanks to for inviting and in to your 'house' once again!