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You know the DSR Clinic and Method are different than
traditional rehabilitation! Please read this interview in a national
PT magazine with Dr. Matthew Taylor. It is a great way to explain the
DSR Method when you share your experiences with family and friends.
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The Value of Impermanence in Health
Amongst the craziness of nature, politics and economic turmoil this summer, this week we saw arguably one of the most creative humans of our time announce "It's over." Steve Job's resignation marked the end of an often crazy, brilliant arc of both creativity and practicality. He made technology easy, chic and fun. Here at the DSR Clinic in a very small way we try to do the same with solving pain and movement challenges: simple, practical and fun. We think we're different because we invite you to get creative with us in discovering your unique solutions to the challenge that brought you here. It doesn't matter if it's a sore elbow or a devastating disease that is going to end in your death.
Which brings me to the reason I bring up Steve Jobs. He gave the commencement address at Stanford in 2005, one year after his pancreatic cancer diagnosis. In that speech he touched on impermanence and death as the spark of life saying, "Remembering that you are going to die is the best way I know to avoid the trap of thinking you have something to lose. You are already naked. There is no reason not to follow your heart." Here at the DSR Clinic we believe this very same thing. Illness, pain and disability invite change and creativity. When we sit together in honest caring, acknowledging our "nakedness", it cracks open the possibility for change and healing. Curing?...well sometimes, but even the former captain of the largest company in America knows that isn't the point, because we are going to die. It's when we choose to live from our heart in a blaze of passion, well then, sometimes things get just a little bit more fun and easier. We are excited to offer you our creative programs and products here at the DSR Clinic. We also want to hear from you what you are doing in your "nakedness" (that's metaphoric for you wiseguys...and you know who you are!).
Please scroll down and consider how you are going thrive in the remainder of 2011.
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The "Rest" of the Story in Cancer Care
The DSR Clinic is becoming known throughout the Valley as a powerful source of care for people touched by cancer. Director and founder, Matthew J. Taylor, PT, PhD is acknowledged as a national leader in mindbody oncology rehabilitation having presented at the winter national APTA meeting, as the lead author on the first textbook chapter of Yoga Therapy for Arm, Neck and Chest Rehabilitation and as a professional advisor to the AZ Wellness Community that offers free cancer support. Together with Meagen Satinsky, PT and Chrissy Barth, RD patients find practical and effective evidence based care here during and after treatment.
One point we stress is the powerful skill of rest and relaxation. That's right, skill.
Most Americans are totally inept at harnessing the powerful healing effects of rest and relaxation. It takes far more than "just breathe" to relax. We include helping individuals to assess and change not just physical tension, but postures, habits and thought patterns that generate physical tension, as well as stress associated with surgical, chemical and radiation side effects. Call if you want to learn more or refer a friend. Our goal is to get individuals to eventually be able to join our group classes and resume living life to it's fullest. Here's a great article Matt wrote for a wonderful mindbody cancer care website, EmbodiWorks on Rest and Relaxation. Enjoy....and rest!
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Try a Complimentary Hatha Yoga Class with Meagen Satinsky, PT  We're thrilled to offer a new evening hatha yoga class featuring our own DSR Method physical therapist, Meagen Satinsky, PT. In her first year here she's established herself as a professional dedicated to serving others. She's marking her one year anniversary at the clinic by investing in an additional rigorous 2-week Yoga therapy training in Lenox, MA to deepen her personal practice and professional skills over Labor Day.
You see, what separates DSR Method professionals from others is our commitment to "practicing what we preach", which of course sparks our creativity. She's titled her classes, "Create Your Own Space" to reflect the creativity you'll discover in moving in new ways with expert guidance to keep you safe. Please let others know about this exciting class offering at the DSR Clinic. The first class is Thursday, Sept 15th, 5:15-6:30 pm. As always, safety and awareness will be emphasized and all levels of experience are welcome. Details are at www.dsrgroupclasses.com . Call 480-699-4867 to register. 
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 An Award-Winning Guide to Healthy Conversations about Death and Dying by Jennifer Collins Taylor
Thank you to so very many of you that have bought and commented on my newly released book. I so appreciate the stories and observations of how the book has stirred your thoughts on life and death, living and dying. Thanks also to those who granted well wishes as I received two Indie Book Awards at the Plaza Hotel in New York City May 24, 2011.The book won the best in the self-help category and was a finalist in the e-book category. What a night!  
I recently wrote a blog post about my marketing adventures with Living Life Dying Death.
I'd love to hear your answers to the to the two questions below that this post asks:
Death by Chocolate
Last year I received some unsolicited marketing advice that I can't get out of my head. After learning about my book, my airplane seat mate, leaned over and said, "Lady, you've got a hell of a problem ahead, you need to make death attractive, like a candy bar, it's not going to be easy".*
For me, it is fascinating to listen to stories, thoughts, beliefs, and experiences that people have with death, dying, grief, and loss and learn how these experiences impact their lives. I find most people do want to talk about their "death and dying" experiences and ideas when asked. But it is paradoxical. About eight out of ten people also share that they are afraid if they talk about death, it might happen. Often they comment on how it is uncharacteristic of them to be superstitious, but yet they can't help thinking they might be "jinxing" their lives by talking about death.
Do you think eating this dessert will be tempting fate?
Should I bring samples of Death by Chocolate to my marketing appointments?
Death by Chocolate
Yield: 12 servings
Ingredients
8 oz (225 g) dark semisweet chocolate (40-50% cocoa)
2/3 cup (140 g) butter
1 cup (210 g) sugar
4 eggs
4 heaped tablespoons all-purpose flour
4 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1½ teaspoon baking powder or 1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 tablespoons sour cream
Ingredients for frosting
2/3 cup heavy cream or whipping cream
9 oz (260 g) semisweet chocolate (40-50% cocoa)
Method
1. Preheat oven to 350 deg F (Gas mark 4 or 180 deg C).
2. Line a circular 10 inch (25 cm) cake tin (3 inches tall) with grease proof or other non-stick paper and grease the tin. (Please note that the cake will rise to 3 inches and collapse somewhat when cooled. If your cake tin is less than 10 inches wide and 3 inches tall we recommend that you use two cake tins.)
3. Break the chocolate into small pieces and melt it with butter over hot water.
4. Beat the eggs with sugar, mix with flour, cocoa powder, baking powder and vanilla extract.
5. Slowly fold in the melted butter and chocolate and the sour cream.
6. Bake at 350 degrees until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean, approximately 40 to 50 minutes (if using 2 cake tins 20-30 minutes may be sufficient).
7. Cool the cake completely. When it has obtained room temperature place it in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before removing the cake from the tin (the cake is sticky and difficult to cut when it is warm!) Remove the crusted surface on the top of the cake, and cut in half, horizontally.
Frosting
1. Heat 2/3 cup of heavy cream or whipping cream in a sauce pan.
2. Remove from heat, add 9 oz (260 g) of finely chopped dark semisweet chocolate, stir until smooth, and let it cool until in thickens.
3. Use one 1/3 of the frosting between the two layers, 1/3 on top, and the rest around the cake. Put the cake into the fridge for one hour or more to harden the frosting.
4. This cake should have room temperature when served.
* About ten minutes later he told me about the death and funeral of his beloved Grandmother.
You can purchase my book at the clinic or have it sent directly to a loved one by ordering it online here. Please call the office if you would like me to sign copies to personalize the gift before shipping. Thanks for all of your support! Be well, Jennifer BLOG OR jennifer@livinglifedyingdeath.com OR 480-201-5697
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You Need to Know About Vitamin D!  Vitamin D - The "Super" Nutrient by Chrissy Barth, RD, CFT, RYT www.chrissybarth.com Vitamin D has always been known as the bone-building mineral. However, are you aware that almost every human cell in our body relies on it? If you are deficient in this vitamin, your body will fail to work at its potential. Experts believe that up to 77 percent of Americans are vitamin D deficient (defined as having blood levels of less than 30 nanograms per milliliter). So why do we come up so short, especially since vitamin D is one of the few vitamins our bodies can make? Sunlight converts a cholesterol-like substance naturally found in the skin into D. The challenge is, thanks to UV rays and skin cancer, soaking up sun to make more D would do you more harm than good. For your skin to make enough vitamin D, you would need direct midday summer sunlight on a huge portion of your body for 15 minutes a day-risking serious sun damage. It's even more difficult for people of color to make D as the melanin in dark skin decreases vitamin D production by up to 90 percent.  In the past few years, research has suggested that vitamin D might help relieve mood disorders because it seems to increase the amounts of serotonin, one of the neurotransmitters responsible for mood. In particular, vitamin D seems to help the type of depression called "seasonal affective disorder (SAD)," or the winter blues. Vitamin D also plays a positive role in heart disease, metabolism, pregnancy problems, birth defects, skin and other cancers such as colon, breast, and prostate, and multiple sclerosis. As a result, vitamin D's daily requirements for adults have increased from 200 IUs to at least 600 IUs, and possibly more. I recommend that my clients first have their vitamin D levels checked and then for most, to take 1,000 IUs daily.
 Where do we find vitamin D? The next time you visit the grocery store, look for fish with bones, fat free or low-fat fortified milk, fortified soy milk and egg yolks. Because vitamin D-rich foods are so limited, it's often beneficial to take a daily multivitamin with 600 IUs of vitamin D3.
If you have nutrition questions or concerns, Chrissy is available for consultation at the DSR Clinic. We know nutrition is key in restoring health and vitality. Call 480-332-8127 or email chrissy@dsrclinic.com to schedule your nutrition assessment, a speaking engagement, or other nutrition service. |
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Help us welcome our new Patient Care Coordinator
Victoria Portaro joined the clinic July 18, 2011 as the newest team member at the DSR Clinic. Victoria is a Philly native who loves fitness and exercise, enthusiastically solves problems and works very hard to accommodate patients' schedules. Please give her a call at 480-699-4867 to let her demonstrate her enthusiasm and to welcome her here. She'll assist you in setting up your next visit or in joining a class! Her direct email is victoria@dsrclinic.com Great to have you with us Victoria! |
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