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Lasting Change the Kaizen Way

From the book One Small Step Can Change Your Life: The Kaizen Way by Robert Maurer, Ph.D.

August 31, 2009 - 5:00PM

Originally a Japanese philosophy, "Kaizen" is the technique of taking very small steps to achieve large goals, one of the most effective ways to achieve consistent levels of success in making lifestyle changes. This philosophy can be applied to many personal and professional situations to implement and sustain change.

Managing Stress and Its Impact

by Steven Tan, M.D., M.T.O.M., L.Ac., Director of Complementary and Alternative Medicine

September 14, 2009 - 12:00PM

Stress triggers changes in our bodies that prepare us for crisis and survival. Examples include elevated blood pressure, rapid heart rates, tense muscles, higher blood sugar and cortisol levels, brain activation, etc. These are good for acute and limited crisis management, but when they become persistent as we're seeing in modern times, we can have chronic health problems such hypertension, palpitations, pain, headaches, diabetes, and insomnia.

Be Happy Now

By Barbara E. Savin, Clinical Hypnotherapist and Energy Healing Specialist

December 08, 2009 - 3:00PM

Are you still waiting for your circumstances to change before you'll allow yourself to be happy? Do you have preconceived ideas of what would make you happy and refuse to be satisfied until those things happen? The problem is that even once specific things happen in our lives, we're rarely satisfied with them. Instead, we shift our focus to something even bigger and better, believing "it" will make us happy (or happier). We never allow ourselves to reach the point of contentment.

Staying Balanced During the Holidays

By Petra Beumer, M.A., Lifestyle Consultant

December 16, 2009 - 6:00AM

With the holidays upon us, you may find yourself having expectations of how "things should be." There is pressure to find the perfect gift, send holiday cards out on time or keep from indulging in too much decadent food. Staying balanced while still maintaining a sense of holiday cheer can be a challenge. It is important, amidst all of the chaos and confusion, to pause and ask yourself: Am I expecting too much of myself? Am I allowing myself to enjoy the spirit of the holidays? Am I feeling balanced?

Conquering Fear

By Barbara E. Savin, Clinical Hypnotherapist and Energy Healing Specialist

January 08, 2010 - 5:00PM

Have you ever felt so overwhelmed by fear that it prevented you from doing something you wanted to do? Fear has the power to hold you back from taking risks, following your dreams or becoming successful at anything you attempt to do. If you allow fear to control you for long enough, it can eventually erode your quality of life and keep you locked in a prison of inactivity.

Map Out the New Year

By Petra Beumer, M.A. and Susi Warmé,OTD, OTR/L

January 22, 2010 - 10:50AM

It's the first month of 2010 and time to map out this year's goals. What aspirations do you have for yourself? How can you make this year better than last? Take a moment to reflect on these various areas of your life: career, finances, family and friends, spirituality, romance, health and fitness, fun and self-care and personal development. Learn how you can pick a goal and see results through following these simple steps.

A Matter of Habit

By Claudia Dunn, M.A. OTR/L, Lifestyle Consultant

February 19, 2010 - 4:22PM

“We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit.” – Aristotle

Habits are a funny thing. Research shows that up to 90 percent of all our actions are a product of habit. We perform them automatically, almost mindlessly; yet, over time our habits determine our destiny.

An Alternative Approach to Overcoming Sleep Disorders

By Barbara E. Savin, C.HT, Clinical Hypnotherapist and Energy Healing Specialist

March 05, 2010 - 6:00AM

Having a sleep disorder can be disruptive to everyday life. Sleep-deprived people are usually excessively tired, irritable and emotional. Alternative methods can help you approach sleep disorders, such as insomnia, restless leg syndrome in a non-invasive way.

Natural treatment modalities can lessen the effects of sleep disorders. These methods include: proper diet and nutrition, herbs and supplements, relaxation and sensory techniques, meditation, hypnosis CDs or behavioral and cognitive strategies. Often, people use a combination of these approaches to help alleviate the symptoms of their sleep disorders. Take a closer look:

Discover Your Personal Motivation to Quit Smoking

By Barbara E. Savin, Clinical Hypnotherapist and Healing Energy Specialist

September 17, 2010 - 10:29AM

There are many compelling reasons to quit smoking, including reducing your risk of developing cancer, heart disease and even early death. Perhaps the idea of a life-threatening disease doesn’t seem real – “It will never happen to me”. Many smokers find they need a more personal motive to kick the habit. The following steps will help you realize your own powerful reasons to quit smoking once and for all.

Unplugging and Reconnecting

By Claudia Dunn, M.A., OTR/L, Lifestyle Consultant

January 19, 2011 - 12:00PM

When was the last time you asked yourself how technology is affecting your health and wellness? Our interactive experience has gotten richer in recent years with the convenience that so many technological devices afford us. Never before have we had such freedom of movement and instant access to information. The less obvious result of being connected 24/7 is that our quality of life can suffer.

Communication:  The Power Thank You

By Claudia Dunn, M.A., OTR/L, Director of Life Balance

April 15, 2011 - 5:00PM

Have you ever been in a position where you feel underappreciated? In a fast-paced world where courtesy is increasingly regarded as more antiquated than essential, you are not alone. To receive the gratitude we all want, make it a point to spend time with people who reciprocate naturally, continue to show your appreciation to the people in your life who do give back and never underestimate the power of a good “thank you.”

Communication: The Healing Power of a Good Apology

By Claudia Dunn, M.A., OTR/L, Director of Life Balance

April 26, 2011 - 5:00PM

We have all found ourselves at one time or another in a situation where we need to apologize. Whether we attribute our offense to stress, exhaustion, feeling overwhelmed or feeling threatened by someone or something, our emotions can, at times, guide our words and actions to treat others in a way that is not coming from our best self.

Gratitude and What’s Going Right?

By Claudia Dunn, M.A., OTR/L, Director of Life Balance

July 06, 2011 - 4:59PM

Gratitude is a powerful, life-changing attitude. Studies show that living in a state of gratitude has significant physical, emotional and social benefits. Researchers at UC Davis and UC Riverside, among others, have found the positive health effects to include reduced stress, improved heartbeat rhythm, lowered blood pressure along with fewer feelings of hostility, the ability to think more clearly under pressure, to bounce back quicker from trauma and a greater overall capacity to heal oneself.

Top Ways to Train Your Brain

By Claudia Dunn, M.A., OTR/L, Director of Life Balance

October 04, 2011 - 10:00AM

How many of us have forgotten a name at some point or another? Or what about that tip-of-the-tongue syndrome, when you can’t quite retrieve the word you’re looking for? We’ve all been there. Most of us are concerned about staying sharp and vital as we age, keeping our competitive edge as time goes by. Studies show that cognitive decline, especially in its more extreme forms of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, is the most feared disease in American, second only to cancer! In fact, at this point in time, there is a 50% percent chance that an older adult will eventually develop dementia. But it’s never too late to start taking action against brain aging. Try these simple tips & tricks!

Seize The Day!

January 02, 2012 - 12:00PM

For those of us that seize the opportunity of the New Year to make resolutions designed to guide us in our pursuit of our better selves, it's time to pay attention.

In order for these resolutions to succeed, we must first correlate them to our values. But what does this mean? Well, let's look at an example: