Articles & Resources
On this page you will find articles about mind-body therapies and stress management that I have written for publications.
Articles
Being Authentic: Kindness, Not Nice-ness
Many of us are taught at an early age that we have to be nice in order to be loved and accepted. “Be nice” says the parent while disciplining a child. Nice is how we are conditioned towards others. We want to be polite and respect others during our daily interactions. The sort of nice that I wish to address here is a different type of nice, the type that comes at a cost to our own well-being and peace of mind.
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Dealing with Stress….Build Resilience with Mind Body Intervention
One million workers are absent with stress-related illness every day, costing American employers about $300 billion per year. Chronic levels of stress affect performance, cause burnout, reduce patient service, lower morale, and increase medical and disability costs. How does one remain healthy and productive while living in a stressful, pressurized environment? Read more...
Resolving Conflict Through Mediation
Mediation promotes communication. It provides the parties the opportunity to clear the air, move forward in a positive way, create better and stronger relationships and relieve the stress of unresolved conflict. It allows the parties involved to control the decisions that affect their lives and futures. Read more...
Relaxation Therapy, Guided Imagery, and Hypnotherapy
The purpose of Focused Relaxation is to help one re-connect with his/her inner self in order to alleviate stress and anxiety. How one perceives life and circumstances greatly affects stress levels, which in time can affect well-being. The cumulative effects of focused relaxation can counter the effects of stressful living, creating a healthy equilibrium. Read more...
Time to Breathe
Are you feeling overwhelmed by all the challenges that take up your time on a day-to-day basis? Do you like the idea of implementing a few coping strategies to deal with daily stressors, but never really motivate yourself to actually do anything? People often comment that they just don’t have the time or are too busy taking care of others to focus on self-care. Maybe it is simply a matter of “I resist” because of so many other responsibilities. Read more...
Using Imagery with Frail Elders
I’ve noticed that residents who attend regularly have increased their sensory abilities and are sharing their experiences with their loved ones. So many are concerned about their family and want to help them cope. Some are using Imagery techniques to sleep at night, others to manage discomfort within their bodies.
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Resources
National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine, the National Institutes of Health: www.nccam.nih.gov
Web MD: www.webmd.com
Mind/Body Medical Institute (M/BMI), a world leader in the study, advancement, and clinical practice of mind/body medicine: www.massgeneral.org
Mesothelioma website: www.mesothelioma.com
