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Combination of:
Psychotherapy
Rehabilitation Counseling
Yoga Postures
Yoga Breathing
Relaxation
Meditation
Guided Imagery
"Parts Psychology"
For YOUR SELF-CARE
Tools & Techniques
Short-term
Results-Oriented
Adaptable for all
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Physical
Emotional
Cognitive
Concerns
Internat'l Association of Yoga Therapy
Corso Yoga Therapy
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 "What's going on? I just don't feel right."
I hear that a lot this time of year. Like it or not, Fall - like Spring - is a transitional time with many effects on the mind and body. Perhaps you have experienced some of these symptoms yourself: joint pain, headaches, shift in energy level, mood and appetite changes, sleep disturbances. It can be hard to know what causes these responses.
Additionally, strong emotions often arise at this time of year - sometimes unexpectedly. Anticipation of the holidays or the end of the year, or perhaps reminders of past wounds can blindside us. Without inquiring, the irritability, insecurity or "negative experience" often becomes less manageable and more intense than needed.
There are many ways to deal with this!
It helps knowing that at a very basic level, this is common and you are not alone.
Beyond that, I find the most effective solutions are often simple ones that maximize complimentary, gentle approaches. A short and soft yoga, meditation and/or relaxation session - in your own home or in community - goes a very long way. As does a few moments of yogic breathing. These things brings us back to basics - back to ourselves, which is often a good way to handle transition and stress...Simply being in the body, decreasing the sensation of "dis-connect."
Less is more, Keep it simple, Take it easy.
All good adages. All true. All effective and available many times on our own, sometimes with a little guidance.
Other highly effective and simple strategies to help yourself this time of year include: humidifying the air during this windy, dry season where we spend more time in than out; moisturizing and massaging the body with oils and lotions that sooth and care for your body type, drinking plenty of water, swimming (or even just playing/relaxing - preferably in a saline, not a chlorine, pool.) There are two I know of on the Cape.
PLEASE NOTICE ALL THE ABOVE INCLUDE WATER... a natural, necessary and available life force!
Each of us is unique and so our health maintenance must be unique as well. An individual proactive approach is always helpful. I have developed many self-care plans for clients and colleagues over the years, and since change is inevitable, they must be tweaked from time to time. This time of year is especially important!
A good personalized plan contains elements that work best for you - and it includes a preventative portion and a plan for any needed interventions. It is a very creative process that addresses many discomforts and inevitable transitions.
Please contact me if you have any questions or if you would like to make an appointment.
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Immediate Stress Relief |
 This is a simple, but highly effective pose. I love this one. Enjoy!
Crocodile Pose:
Best after digesting a meal-at least 1 hour. - Lie down on the floor on your stomach with your hands at your sides, palms down.
- Stretch out both legs to full length.
- Separate your legs and keep them on the floor so that your toes are pointing outwards and your heels inwards. Your feet should be at right angles to your legs.
- Raise your head an inch so that you can...
- Cross your arms or hands under your head.The idea is to have a place to rest your head (the arms are supporting your forehead.)
- Rest your face within the space created by arms or hands.
- Close your eyes and relax your whole body.
- Practice abdominal breathing if it feels right. Remain in this position as long as you are comfortable.
- Turn over. Bring knees to chest and roll over to fetus pose so you can safely return to seated position.
For a picture of this pose, click here. Try it. Email me how it goes! |
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Looking at Addictions and Compulsions Through a Non-Pathological Eye
The disease model has dominated our culture. How might another perspective open our minds and hearts and EASE THE PAIN in the human experience we call "addiction?"
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