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Archive for September, 2012
How Can Meditation Make You Happy?
There have been studies showing that meditation not only lowers blood pressure but also can amp up your immune system and improve your ability to concentrate. Those who meditate can choose among a wide range of practices “What they have in common are a narrowing of focus that shuts out the external world and usually a stilling of the body,” says Charles L. Raison, MD, clinical director of the Mind-Body Program at Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta.
Raison participated in a study that indicated that meditation improved both physical and emotional responses to stress. People who meditate regularly have less activation of their immune systems and suffer less emotional distress when they were put in a stressful situation. Stress reduction could be the key to meditation’s beneficial effect on health. “We know stress is a contributor to all the major modern killers,” Raison points out. “It’s hard to think of an illness in which stress and mood don’t figure,” Raison says. Science hasn’t yet pin pointed exactly what happens in the meditating brain and the immune system, but a study at the University of Wisconsin indicated that there is an increase of electrical activity in parts of the left frontal lobe when people practice meditation. This brain area tends to be more active in optimistic people.
Perhaps it is because meditation helps to relieve stress and less stress can make you optimistic and being optimistic can make you happy! Meditation can bring you inner calm and a general feeling of well-being. Learning meditation can give you new tools for dealing with stress, anxiety and problems. Meditation can help you overcome negative states of mind such as anger and jealousy and cultivate positive states of mind such as patience and love.
On Monday October 1, 2012 we will be offering a free class for those wishing to learn how to meditate. The class will be hosted by Torin Lee and will run from 7-830 pm. Registration is required. You may register online at our facebook page events section or by calling the center at 860-467-6518.
Fibromyalgia
Winning The War Against Fibromyalgia
A Holistic Approach
You are Invited To Join
Dr. Edward G. Miller, Chiropractor and Acupuncturist
For a Free Wellness Event
on Monday October 8, 2012 7-8:00 pm
This will be a discussion looking at the various components of this insidious disease that is so rampant in our society. Dr. Kevin Fontaine, Assistant Professor of Medicine in the division of Rheumatology at John Hopkins University has advocated increased holistic treatments for Fibromyalgia. You will be given an overview of the various causes or stressors and most importantly the ammunition (Holistic Approach) necessary to win the war against Fibromyalgia. These include exercising and incorporating other modalities, which reduce stress, improve immune function and therefore symptoms. Come meet with our wellness team to find out how you can decrease your symptoms and improve the quality of your life.
Exercise, Dog Walks and Massages
Check out the Fidelco Dog Walk Event In Simsbury, CT this weekend!It’s a fun way to get some exercise, spend some time with your favorite dog and help a great cause. On September 23rd, Sue Barrett, one of our Massage Therapist will be at this event. Sue will be with The CT Chapter of The American Massage Therapy Association who will be offering massages for dogs and their humans. http://ctvisit.com/events/summary?eventid=16812WHAT ARE THE THREE STEPS TO INCREDIBLE HEALTH?
Our Skincare Specialist, Jo Ann Benoit will be hosting a free Wellness Event. The event entitled “ 3 Steps to Incredible Health” will feature a showing of a PBS film presentation by a prominent physician. The showing will be followed by a discussion session with Jo Ann. The event will take place on Monday September 24, 2012 from 7pm-8:30pm.
Jo Ann Benoit has been a Skin Care Therapist for over 25 years. Since 1984, she has been involved in nearly every aspect of the aesthetic and Medical Spa industry. Jo Ann’s experience ranges from training other skin care professionals to, as a Medical Spa Consultant, assisting physicians in establishing aesthetic departments within their practices. Her skin care services encompasses progressive techniques of rejuvenating skin and skin care therapies, including ultrasound, microcurrent, microdermabrassion, and light therapies which she envisions is the future of skin care treatments.
There will be a door prize and light refreshments will be served.
Please call the center at 860-467-6518 to reserve your spot .
We look forward to seeing you soon.
How To Help Your Loved One Get Sober and Keep Your Sanity!
Are you in a relationship with and addict? Whether this person is a spouse, family member, boyfriend or girlfriend the impact of substance abuse can affect your life negatively. This two day workshop will help you to learn how to overcome codependency by using tools such as affirmations, visualization and goal planning. You will also learn about setting boundaries, “tough love”, detachment and other tools for helping your loved one start or maintain their recovery. Find support and guidance to help you on your journey.This workshop will meet on September 19 and September 20th from 7-8pm and costs $25.00
The workshop is lead by Vanessa Parker, MA. Vanessa is a master Level Clinician and Reiki Practitioner specializing in substance abuse. She sees clients for private substance abuse therapy and Reiki Healing in Marlborough, CT at the Oneida Holistic Health Center. For additional information about Vanessa Parker, MA please visit her website at http://www.holisticaddictionhelp.vpweb.com
The workshop is lead by Vanessa Parker, MA. Vanessa is a master Level Clinician and Reiki Practitioner specializing in substance abuse. She sees clients for private substance abuse therapy and Reiki Healing in Marlborough, CT at the Oneida Holistic Health Center. For additional information about Vanessa Parker, MA please visit her website at http://www.holisticaddictionhelp.vpweb.com
To register for this workshop please call 860-467-6518 or register online at http://www.theocenter.net
FREE Fridays – Join Us!
As a way of giving back to the community, The Oneida Holistic Health Center (located in The Village Green) is holding First Friday Free Healing nights. Every first Friday of the month from 7-8:30 PM, our practitioners will be giving free 10-15 minute healing sessions.
What to expect: You will sit individually with one of our practitioners and receive 10-15 minute Hands on Healing or Counseling. Space is limited so please call to reserve your spot. Call: 860-467-6518.
Looking forward to meeting you and helping you on your road to wellness.
Time: 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Cost: FREE
Walk-Ins Welcome
