Do you Want to be the Best you Can be?
Then commit better habits. An hour of writing every day. A morning walk. Volunteering. 20 laps in a pool 3 nights a week. It doesn’t really matter what it is so long as it is something that positively enriches you and you can make a practice of.
Over 50 people from Cape Ann and some from much further away on the North Shore just committed to 40 Days to Personal Revolution.
It was certainly powerful and you should see if it’s something for you.
One of the biggest takeaways was how empowered people feel when they start their mornings on a yoga mat.
By doing yoga in the morning, you’re ensuring that whatever successes and failures you go on to have during the rest of the day, you’ve at least given yourself the opportunity to start the day with your best foot forward.
We want to be the best yoga studio we can be. The stronger our community members practices grow, the stronger we grow. Come and join us and spend time in a community that lifts people up. You’re the average of the five people you spend the most time with. Who better to be around than people who wake up before the sun to better themselves.
Come improve your physical and mental clarity.
And if you’ve a veteran or active service-member you’ll be practicing for free for the rest of the month of November while you rack up more free classes on your account!
Thank You for Your Service – Special Offerings for Veteran’s Day
Photo © Jay Alpert. Reprinted with permission.
Thank You for Your Service – Promoting Security and Peace, Home and Abroad.
United States Military Offering Integrative Therapies as Adjunctive (Supportive) Therapies for Veterans with Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. (PTSD.)
Reiki has been offered at U.S. Military Bases and Hospitals as far back as 2005 through Integrative Therapy programs including at:
- Fort Bliss
- Fort Hood
- Walter Reed Hospital
Use of Complementary Therapies and the Military – more information can be found at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the National Center for Integrative Health (NCCIH.) Integrative healthcare (IH) combine conventional therapies with supportive complementary therapies that have been studied and known to be safe and at least minimally effective and do no harm. The goal of IH is to provide ‘best outcomes’ and higher patient satisfactions. Studies have looked at safety and efficacy of a variety IH therapies for:
- Relief of pain (improved comfort)
- Relief of tension (emotional and physical)
- Relief of anxiety (increased calm)
- Improved sleep
- Adjunctive treatment of PTSD
- Adjunctive treatment of TBI
Note: A referral from your physician is recommended prior to seeking integrative therapies for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD.) Screening by a healthcare professional is recommended prior to referring to complementary therapies that may create deep relaxation (Eg. Hypnosis, Meditation, Reiki and Yoga.)
Professional Screening for Trauma – Recent study concludes that “clinical implications suggest that patients should be screened and treated for trauma-like symptoms including intrusive thoughts linked to anxiety and depression before referral to complementary programs that offer meditative or relaxation interventions.” Ask Your Doctor Before Seeking Complementary Therapies such as Hypnosis, Meditation, Reiki and Yoga.
Promoting Optimal Wellness for Body, Mind and Spirit
Veterans, Thank You for Your Service!
We would like to ‘Give Back’ and offer you reiki for relaxation, stress and pain relief throughout the month of November with the following programs –
DISCOUNTED Reiki Sessions and Reiki Training for Relaxation – offered through Dreamtime Wellness™ throughout the month of November for Veterans, Police, Fire Men and Women. (*)
‘The Art of Living; Life Beyond Cancer’ 6th Annual Conference this Saturday
Friends of Mel 2016 Conference
Sponsored by Friends of Mel Foundation. www.http://friendsofmel.org
SATURDAY. NOVEMBER 12th at the Lombardo’s in Randolph, MA.
For anyone ‘touched’ by cancer, this conference is affirming, informative, supportive and empowering. This conference is designed to help survivors and their caregivers navigate the road to healing with a full day of professionally led workshops and skill building seminars.
To REGISTER ON – LINE and for a List of Workshops and Seminars – http://friendsofmel.org/conference/
To Learn More About Melanie Simmons, the inspiration behind Friends of Mel and to order Mel’s Bracelets – http://friendsofmel.org
Read About “The Impact of STRESS While Living with Cancer” from Friends of Mel’s Founder, Pauline Alighieri – http://huff.to/1EagW7z
For More Details, to Donate, or to Register for the Conference – http://friendsofmel.org/conference/
SAMPLE SESSIONS OF MASSAGE and REIKI – OFFERED at the FRIENDS of Mels’ Conference. Join me, Jean Walsh, RN, RM, Karen Lohnes LCMT, RMT (Gloucester MA,) and Advanced Reiki Practitioner Nikki Fleenor (Gloucester) other providers and volunteers. We will be there offering information, education and sample sessions of Integrative Therapies.
Integrative Therapies include Acupuncture, Hypnosis, Massage, Meditation, Reiki, Yoga. These evidenced-based therapies have been shown to aid in symptom management, relieve stress, improve comfort, and promote wellness during cancer treatment and beyond treatment for self-care and empowerment. They assist you in taking an active role in your health care.
NOTE – Consult your oncologist physician or nurse prior to using Complementary, Alternative or Integrative Therapies. Some therapies and supplements may be contraindicated for your care. Discuss with your doctor.
For Information About Complementary Therapies – https://nccih.nih.gov
Join Us Over the Bridge this Saturday. November 12th
Wishing You the Best in Health, Karen
Karen Pischke B.S.N., R.N. Owner/Founder of Dreamtime Wellness™ Promoting Optimal Wellness for Body, Mind & Spirit www.DreamtimeWellness.com. Find us on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/pages/Dreamtime-Wellness-/348619611849199
Disclaimer: This blog provides general information and discussion about health and related subjects. The words and other content provided in this blog, and in any linked materials, are not intended and should not be construed as medical advice. If the reader or any other person has a medical concern, he or she should consult with an appropriately licensed physician or other health care worker. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this blog or in any linked materials. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. The views expressed on this blog and website have no relation to those of any academic, hospital, practice or other institution with which the authors are affiliated.
Free flu Clinic Hosted By The Manchester Athletic Club Wednesday 11/9/16
Ribbon Cutting and You’re invited!
You’re Invited and bring a friend or two to our Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at Ayurveda Wellness Healing with the Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce!
Come join in the festivities, meet the staff at Ayurveda Wellness Healing, LLC. Sample oil and Ayurvedic food and enter into our drawing for one of our services.
When: Wednesday, Nov. 9
Time: 5-6pm
Where: Ayurveda Wellness Healing, 25 Lexington Ave, 2nd Fl., Magnolia, MA
info@ayurvedawellnesshealing.com
“Blockage is disease/Flow is health” 🙂
http://www.ayurvedawellnesshealing.com
The Little Red Bird = Angels
Crystal Workshop for Relaxation and Emotional grounding…
You will love this workshop…Kyle is a Master at his trade.
Thursday night, Nov. 10 at 7pm
Ayurveda Wellness Healing, 25 Lexington Ave, 2nd Floor, Magnolia
RSVP: info@ayurvedawellnesshealing.com or 978.395.1234
“Blockage is disease/Flow is health” 🙂
http://www.ayurvedawellnesshealing.com
Breathe Easier – November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month
Promoting Optimal Wellness for Body, Mind and Spirit
November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month. Here are some statistics –
- Lung cancer is the #1 cause of cancer death in men and women
- The lung cancer death rate in women has more than doubled over the past 38 years.
- More people die of lung cancer than breast, colon and prostate cancers combined
- Average 5-year survival rate for lung cancer overall is 17%
- Average 5-year survival rate with early detection (at STAGE 1) is more than 90%
- Exposure to radon and other chemicals in the environment can also cause lung cancer.
The American Lung Association has been infused with new energy thanks to the LUNGFORCE campaign. Their goals – Raise Awareness. Educate. Empower. Raise Funds. Reverse the Course of Lung Cancer.
LungForce Boston Expo – I recently attended the LUNGFORCE Boston Expo to hear medical providers give information about statistics, prevention, screening and treatment. Patients shared their stories about what it is lung to have lung cancer and go through treatment. There, I met people living beyond their prognosis; living and thriving.
Ways You Can Get Involved and Help Support Lung Health –
- Fight-for-Life Climb. February 4, 2017 Boston.
- LungForce Runs/Walks. May 11, 2017 Boston. June 10 Providence, Rhode Island.
- Join the Force!
Lahey Healthcare offers FREE screeningg for those at risk of lung cancer. Contact them to see if you qualify for free screening. Other hospitals also have lung cancer CT screening programs. Ask your doctor about screening if you think you may be at risk for lung cancer.
Risks for lung cancer (from Mayo Clinic) –
- Smoking. (Your risk of lung cancer increases with the number of cigarettes you smoke each day and the number of years you have smoked.)
- Exposure to secondhand smoke.
- Exposure to radon gas.
- Exposure to asbestos and other carcinogens.
- Family history of lung cancer.
The Centers for Disease Control has more information on lung cancer screening, who should be screened and pros/cons.
Weekly BARRE Classes NOW at Treetop Yoga Studio!
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Treetop Yoga Studio
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