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The Power of the Mind in Healing
Here is an article I wrote for the Holistic OT column in ADVANCE Magazine for Occupational Therapy Practitioners. It highlights how the mind can heal and prevent disease and illness. Enjoy! New research shows we all have the ability to self-heal and prevent diseases. Mind-body healing can actually “switch on” or “switch off” gene activity or gene expression associated with disease. As occupational therapists, we can integrate these approaches into our lives and assist our clients with recovery and disease prevention for health and well-being. I had the honor of interviewing one of the premier mind-body healing physicians and researchers, Dr. Herbert Benson, MD, for this article. His research shows…
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Art and Healing, Emotional Healing, Intuition, Manifestation, Mind-Body Connection, Relaxation & Meditation, Self Care
Art & Healing
ART AND HEALING CLASS APRIL 8, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Come and allow yourself to be in a creative space where you can choose to make a Vision Board/Collage and/or a Scribble Drawing. *Update – Go Here for current Art & Healing Classes Making art can provide a way for self-expression through images, shapes, and colors. It can provide images, feelings, and emotions that may inform you in unique ways. The very act of creating can release healing hormones in the body. ~ Create a Vision Board with images of something you would like to embrace or release from the past and what you would like for your present or…
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Connecting, De-Stress, Emotional Healing, Holistic Health, Holistic Occupational Therapy, Intention, Manifestation, Mind-Body Connection, Positive & Negative, Prevention, Relaxation & Meditation, Spirituality, The Science of Happiness
Valuing Yourself
At the core of many of our problems is a simple lack of self worth. Think about it. If something is not working in your life, what is really at the core of it? Many of us do not value ourselves. We may or may not see the good in ourselves. We may judge ourselves for the parts we deem as less valuable or desirable. We can even project our lack of self-worth on to others and negatively judge them. If, something or someone (a relationship) is not working the way you want it to, it’s possible that this is a reflection of how you feel about yourself. How…
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Holistic Occupational Therapy, Intention, Manifestation, Meditations for You!, Mind-Body Connection, Prevention, Relaxation & Meditation, The Science of Happiness
Preparing for the Holidays
We have enjoyed a warmer than usual Fall Season here in Minnesota. The garden is mostly put to bed for the winter, but there are still some carrots, beets, chard, and kale awaiting picking, and a few snap dragons sharing their delight. Daylight savings and the calendar on the wall tell me that Thanksgiving is coming up quickly and Christmas is just around the corner. So, we need to plan the meals, decide who’s coming and going where… and then there are the gifts. Do I make them, buy them, or offer a talent or service? I have started making my husband a scarf. I’m still finishing a blanket…
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De-Stress, Guided Imagery, Holistic Health, Intuition, Manifestation, Mind-Body Connection, Positive & Negative, Prevention, Relaxation & Meditation, The Science of Happiness
Stressed? Try Guided Imagery
Stress is the culprit of much, if not all, of what ails us. Stress can lead to all sorts of problems including physical illness, relationship problems, and addictive behavior, just to name a few. That is why it is important to engage in healthy relaxing activities. Guided Imagery is a form of meditation that can assist with relaxation, counteract negative moods, and damaging biochemicals that cause physical, mental, and emotional illness. It can assist you to make good choices, lower pain and anxiety, release unwanted habits, overcome obstacles, assist with sleep, improve confidence and performance, and have a stronger Spiritual connection. It allows you to tap in to your inner…
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De-Stress, Energy Healing, Holistic Health, Holistic Occupational Therapy, Mind-Body Connection, Prevention, Relaxation & Meditation, Touch Therapy
How to Give Foot Reflexology and Massage
Giving and receiving Foot Reflexology and Massage has been with humanity for thousands of years. I have used a ton of Reflexology when helping people with their health. It has been shown to lower stress, decrease anxiety, relieve pain – physical and emotional, and lower nausea and headaches; just to name a few of its countless benefits. New research continues to come out showing its tremendous health benefits. This tutorial will show you how to give an excellent Foot Reflexology and Massage session to a loved one, friend, or someone in your care. Hopefully, someone will want to ‘practice’ on your feet, too!
