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Heartfelt Greetings
from The Wellness Nurse
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Total Health of BodyMindSpirit
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February 2010
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CCould One Conversation Change Your Life?
As a graduate of both the Institute for Integrative Nutrition in Manhattan and the Birchtree Center for Healthcare Transformation Healing Arts Program I am trained and prepared to partner with you as your personal Holistic Nurse and Integrative Health Counselor. Would you like to create a happier, healthier life in a way that is flexible, fun and free of denial and discipline? To learn more about my health counseling business, d click here |
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The products listed here are wellness products that I researched, endorse, and use myself. All are derived from non-synthetic whole food sources. They all fit in nicely with an optimal program for health.
Cieaura Holographic Chips
For pain, sleep and energy
Healing just got a whole lot easier!
Xango
Xango
the original mangosteen supplement
Moxxor
Moxxor:
Superior fish oil from the Green-lipped Mussel
Sea Aloe
Sea-Aloe
Liquid Whole Food
MultiVitamin
The Feast
The Feast
Organic Superfood
Change your water change your body change your life
Kangen Water
Good for you.
Good for the Environment.
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Links
To link to my Health Counseling Website
click here
To link to my EFT website
click here
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Lightening Up
"Angels fly because they take themselves lightly"
GK Chesterton
The growing amount of obesity along with its devastating health effects points to a need for us as a nation to lighten up. As a result of our food, heavily laden with sugar and chemical additives that addict our taste buds, coupled with the heavy emotions housed in our body that seem to drag us down, the overall health of our nation continues to be in a downward spiral. We might be living longer, but the rising rates of cancer, heart disease, stroke, diabetes and pulmonary disease account for why the US rates 39th in the world when it comes to our health, even as we spend more than any other nation on health care.
When we finally decide to make the commitment to lose the weight, the basics seem so simple: Eliminate sugar, artificial sweeteners and other added chemicals, stay away from processed and fast food, add more fruits and vegetables, drink lots of good clean alkaline water, and mix in some exercise. We give it a shot, we might lose some weight but many of us cannot sustain it. Why? Because of the sabotage that occurs at the subconscious level.
It's those heavy emotions that are buried within that are the culprit. Guilt is a heavy emotion to have to cart around. So is depression, so is resentment and so is unresolved trauma or grief. To walk through life with the weight of these energies is like carrying a heavy backpack of rocks with you at all times. How can we feel lightness of spirit when burdened with these constant nagging companions. Food becomes the perfect comforter to soothe the emotional pain or "stuff" the feelings back down. No wonder it's so tough to lighten up and stay there. This is why the use of EFT can be so freeing. EFT which stands for Emotional Freedom Techniques can be applied in order to bubble those old stuck energies UP and OUT! Like emptying the backpack one rock at a time.
Another way we can lighten up emotionally is to remember not to take ourselves (and everyone else) so seriously. There was a great little book written several years ago called "Don't Sweat the Small Stuff". It served as a good reminder for us to be careful about where we want to spend our precious energy. The disaster in Haiti reminds us that life can change drastically at any given moment. Don't we therefore want to spend our precious time doing the things that really matter, having fun enjoying ourselves and those we love? When we lighten up emotionally we shed the pounds naturally.
One more easy way to lighten up is to give ourselves permission to laugh more. We laughed spontaneously as kids, but our laughter dwindled as we got older. I remember how much fun it was as a kid to laugh to the point of tears. There is much truth in the statement "laughter is good medicine". You can feel a positive shift in your energy when you laugh. Norman Cousins actually healed his cancer by watching funny movies and laughing. There is every good reason to laugh more, complain less and learn to love it all.
Join me this month at my workshop about using EFT to eliminate sabotage on your way to a healthier (and LIGHTER) YOU! See events below for details.
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 Are Cell Phones the New Cigarettes?
When I first worked a a nurse in the 70's patients could smoke in the hospital at their bedside. Doctors and nurses smoked at the desk. We smoked in movie theaters and airplanes. The Marlboro Man and Joe Camel and the Virginia Slim model all lured us into thinking that smoking was a very cool thing to do. When I smoked my first cigarette my body gave me a very clear indication that this was not a good thing to do, but back then I chose to ignore the warning. Fortunately I smartened up and quit many years ago. Cigarette companies assured us smoking was safe and we later came to find out that they deceived us. As a nation we evolved into a fairly smoke-free society, yet how many people still die needlessly because of cigarettes.
I am beginning to believe that cell phones are the new cigarette and will eventually be uncovered to be as dangerous if not more so than cigarettes were. Just as I knew instinctively that inhaling smoke and chemicals can't possible be good for you; I also know instinctively that holding a device that emits radiation so closely to our brain cannot be good either. But the vendors continue to assure us that they are safe. And look how cell phones are marketed. The whole family is encouraged to have a cell phone, even children whose brains are still developing. All styles, colors sizes and varieties. We're so busy updating our phones every two years in order to keep up with the latest technology that we neglect paying attention to the fact that we are setting ourselves up for disaster down the line. And if you don't think we are addicted to our cell phones, try leaving yours home for a day or so and see how you feel.
The first long-range studies about the health effects from cell phone use have raised some serious questions about the safety of cell phones and the radiation that they emit so close to our ears.Those who use cell phones for 10 years were twice as likely to develop malignant brain tumors called gliomas, according to a study published last year in Occupational Environmental Medicine. The conclusion may not be definitive, but it's worrying to the millions of us who have become accustomed to staying in touch while on the go. A few little known facts: Japan has banned cell phone use on trains to cut down on second hand radiation. France has banned advertising cell phones to children. A cell call lasting for just 2 minutes can alter the natural electrical activity of a child's brain for up to one hour. When you use a cell phone 70% of the energy emitted is absorbed in your head. (from mercola.com)
The first cell phones were introduced in 1984. Their use has skyrocketed since then to about 4 billion phones. It's bad enough we have so much exposure to EMR (electromagnetic radiation) from satellites, computers, TV's and transmission lines. It is virtually impossible to escape radiation. What we can do however is look for ways to protect ourselves by reducing our use of cell phones, or keeping it away from our brains. Use the speaker phone feature. Use text messaging over live calls when you can. There are safe headsets that you can purchase that reduce your exposure. The Blue Tube headset recommended by Dr. Mercola is a safe one. Turn your phone off whenever possible. Lastly, if you place one of Cieaura's holographic Energy chips on your cell phone, it will drastically reduce radiation.
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 Supplementing the Safe Way
Even traditionally trained medical doctors now acknowledge that everyone needs to take a vitamin supplement. Eating a perfect diet that consists of organic wholesome food is not the way the average American eats. And even if your diet consists primarily of fruits and vegetables, our soil has become so depleted of minerals and nutrients, much of their nutritional value is lost. We need to supplement our diet but walking into a health food store can be both overwhelming and expensive.
Often we add a new supplement because of something we read in a magazine or heard on the news, so we rush out to purchase a bottle of this vitamin or that herb. Since (as of right now) the FDA does not regulate vitamins or herbs, DSHA allows us the freedom to purchase and use supplements as much as we want. I am not promoting that the FDA step in and regulate the use of supplements; but I believe that we can learn more about proper supplementation before we spend the money or potentially cause health problems.
Supplementation does not have to be complicated. If you are not yet taking a vitamin/mineral supplement you can start by looking for one that is derived from FOOD not CHEMICALS. Synthetic vitamins (made in a lab) won't be absorbed properly as your cells are smart enough to know the difference between what to allow in (food) and what to keep out (chemicals) You are wasting your money if you purchase cheap synthetic vitamins from your local Walgreen's or Costco. As a matter of fact, the liver can get toxic from the buildup of residual vitamin waste. Always take a liquid over a pill to ensure absorption. I love Sea Aloe as it contains vitamins,minerals, amino acids and trace minerals and is derived from sea vegetables, Aloe Vera and pau d'arco which has healing properties . Always take a quality fish oil. Avoid buying cheap fish oil unless you want mercury contamination. Vitamin D3 is a must, but getting your Vitamin D level checked is essential. The benefits of Vitamin C are well known.
When it comes to taking herbal supplements, you need to know if the herb might interact adversely with any medications that you are taking. A friend of mine was taking Ultram ( a commonly prescribed pain medication) and she added melatonin along with 5HTP (both readily available in health food stores) to help with sleep. Taken singularly, each of these would have been safe to take, but when taken in combination they caused a serious condition called Serotonin Syndrome, a potentially llife-threatening drug reaction. Herbs can be powerful so please do due diligence before adding herbs to your regimen. Sloan Kettering provides a way for you to search for information about herbs and their potential interaction with medication.The link is mskcc.org/aboutherbs.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
ELIMINATE SABOTAGE ON THE WAY TO A HEALTHIER YOU
* Are there habits you want to change in order to be healthier?
* Have you tried to make changes but found it to be difficult?
* Do you revert back quickly to your old ways?
* Does will power seem lacking when it comes to being able to stick to a plan to lose weight, quit the bad habit, exercise more?
Don't feel guilty and think you're a failure. Perhaps it's because you have not yet identified your "resistance" to letting go of what is keeping you anchored to what you want to change!
Crazy as it sounds, most of the time there is a "downside" to change that creates the need for the subconscious mind to create SABOTAGE. When sabotage is happening you wind up blocking your own success.
In this interactive experiential workshop you will learn EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques) a self-help stress reducing meridian tapping technique to begin to identify and eliminate your resistance to change. Then and only then will you be on your way to the healthier version you envision for yourself.
This four hour workshop will include:
* A discussion about our Energy system, and how energy travels through our meridians
* Conscious vs Subconscious Mind
* What is sabotage and why it causes self defeating behavior
* How EFT can eliminate sabotage patterns completely
* Learning the steps of EFT
* Practicing on ourselves and each other using actual EFT rounds
Saturday February 6th
1 PM to 5 PM
Linguine's Italian Restaurant
350 Boston Post Road
Marlborough, MA
The cost for the workshop is $49.00.
Arrive early and have lunch first!
Space is limited, so let me know as soon as you decide to participate.
To register for this workshop, please contact me by email or phone.
508-523-7132
tmarian@aol.com
Teaching EFT to KIDS
A workshop for teachers and parents (and kids!)
Tuesday February 23rd
6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
47A River Street
Wellesley Hills MA
Cost is $30.00
Seats are limited to 25 so please RSVP
Lillian Travaglini @ 508-875-6848 or
tmarian@aol.com or 508-523-7132
Women in Transition
This weekly support group is designed to assist women through a period of transformation and empower them to move life forward, becoming self directed, self motivated and self confident in the process. This group may be helpful if you are going through divorce or separation, career change, empty nest, mid-life blues, lack of energy, feeling stuck, or unable to manage stress. This is a future oriented,solutions based approach that includes nutritional and life-style coaching along with stress management techniques. This group will meet every Thursday from 4:45 PM - 6:15 PM. at MetroWest Medical Center in Natick. There is a $20.00 fee to attend. If you are interested, please contact me directly at 508-650-7381.
Kangan Water Demonstration
Experience newly introduced Japanese water technology that is causing dramatic health improvements for millions of people worldwide. Nancy Conkling will continue to host monthly demonstrations of the Kangen water system. Kangen water is used in hospitals in Japan because of its medicinal value, and is the only water ionizer that is certified by the government as a medical device. Come and see for yourself why Enagic's water technology will be the wave of the future and the way to excellent health.
Contact Nancy for dates for water demos: 617-489-1760
You can also watch a demo online by clicking here.
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 It is my passion and desire to contribute to the betterment of the world by spreading the message that a state of well being is for everyone. No matter how old you are, or what stage you are in, or what you have been through, I believe that you can find your way back to the Wholeness that was always your birthright. We are born magnificent beings but get conditioned into mediocrity. It is up to you to pick up the map to find your way back. And I'll help you anyway I can. "If you want to know the quality of what you radiate, just observe how people respond to you. They are your mirror." Gary Craig.
Have a great month!
~Tina
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Contact Information
Tina Marian
Northboro MA
508.523.7132
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