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5 Intention-setting Ideas For Supporting Diversity and Inclusivity
/in Newsletter/by LindaCelebrating National Black (Afro-American) History Month! Why is it important to promote Black History Month? Well, I believe, as did Gandhi, that it is our ability to embrace diversity that reflects the highest aspects of being human and defines the very fabric of our nation. This month is an opportunity to recognize the central role blacks […]
Will physicians start prescribing yoga for hypertension soon?
/in Yoga/by LindaBoth of my parents have a diagnosis of hypertension and were put on antihypertensive prescription medication to control it. I think my mother received the diagnosis in her 30s. I was turning 40 when I first heard my physician say my blood pressure was “elevated” and wanted it monitored in order to determine if I […]
5 Intention-setting Ideas to Support Change
/in Newsletter/by LindaI believe most of us have thought to ourselves “I hate change” at least once in our lives. And the message we often hear is “Change is hard”. Perhaps it is these messages, thoughts, and/or beliefs that underlie the approximate success rate of 10% for the New Year resolutions set at this time of year! […]
Might direct neurofeedback reduce impulsive behaviors?
/in Neurofeedback/by LindaThe symptom of impulsivity can be found listed under several mental/behavioral health diagnoses, including but not limited to intermittent explosive disorder, substance abuse, OCD, PTSD and binge eating disorder. When the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth edition (DSM-5™) was published in 2013 and included binge eating disorder, I finally felt validated and, […]
5 Intention-setting Ideas to Bring More Joy Into Your Life
/in Newsletter/by LindaThis time of year can be stressful for most of us to say the least! For some, including myself, it might also bring up memories of loss, family discord, and unfulfilled dreams. So I did a little research on tools that have been shown to shift us into a space of joy and, when integrated into […]
Is positive psychology really effective?
/in Talk Therapy/by LindaWhen we experience loss, it is normal and natural to feel sad. It is also normal and natural when we are under stress to use safety seeking strategies such as pulling back from support structures, such as friends and family. At the same time, it can sometimes be difficult to move through such normal experiences […]
5 Intention-setting Ideas for Holiday Self-compassion Breaks
/in Newsletter/by LindaOnce again I feel the holiday season crept up on me this year without a sound! Although my eyes enjoyed the seasonal changes in nature and my skin noticed the chill in the air, my fine-tuned skill of denial also kept me from fully leaning into what’s to come. Why, you might ask . . . […]
5 Intention-setting Ideas to Honor Our Achievements
/in Newsletter/by LindaThe Season of Harvest is Upon Us – Let’s Celebrate! I had the pleasure of visiting the Kripula Center for Yoga and Health in Massachusetts for a day recently and participated in creating this sand mandala (below) or sacred cosmogram with a compassionate community of others raising awareness of something larger than each of our small worlds. […]
Might integrating trauma-informed yoga into group psychotherapy be helpful in healing and health?
/in Yoga/by LindaAs a trauma-informed yoga teacher and holistic psychotherapist, I’m always on the outlook for new ways to integrate these two (East meets West) healing modalities, better supporting the alignment of the body, mind and soul (think spirituality). Research continues to emerge in support of integrating both with positive effects. As we continue to expand our […]
Is direct neurofeedback safe and effective for depression when pregnant?
/in Neurofeedback/by LindaI believe most of us want to do what is best for our health, such as eating well, exercising, getting enough sleep and staying connected with friends and family and I imagine maintaining our health and wellbeing takes another step up on our list of priorities when we think about getting (or are) pregnant. If […]
5 Intention-setting Ideas for Self-care in Chaotic Times
/in Newsletter/by LindaIt is so difficult to not be affected by what is happening in the world, especially when we are deeply aware of how interdependent and connected we all are. We can feel small, scared, overwhelmed and helpless in such times of chaos. We might think to ourselves “What can I do, I am only one […]
Do emotions have a role in healing childhood trauma?
/in Talk Therapy/by LindaI sense that most of us are aware that our brain, especially the rational part (i.e., prefrontal cortex) does not reach full development until age 25 or so, which implies, by default that until that age, we tend to operate more from the emotional parts, such as the amygdala. And, as our brains develop, the […]
5 Intention-setting Ideas for Celebrating Happiness Happens Month
/in Newsletter/by LindaStarting from the humble beginnings of celebrating happiness on Admit You’re Happy Day on August 11, 1999, Happiness Happens Month is now a whole month dedicated to celebrating what makes you happy! This movement is founded in the belief that what you focus on grows – energy flows where attention goes! Understanding that humans are born wired […]
Can practicing Yoga Nidra improve academic performance?
/in Yoga/by LindaWhen I was in college way back when, I remember hearing about the research that suggested when students nap during studying, they remember more about what they were studying or in other words, students improved their memory retention. This research flew in the face of what I observed most students doing instead – pulling all-nighters […]
5 Intention-setting Ideas for Embracing the Slow Flow of Summer
/in Newsletter/by LindaWhat if somehow you could know what days were the best ones to move your intentions and manifestations forward by doing more? And, in addition, what days were best to simply do less and, instead spend time reflecting and daydreaming (or better known as visualizing what you want more of in your life)? Would you change how […]
Can Stimulating the Prefrontal Cortex Calm the Default Human Survival Flight/Fight Response?
/in Neurofeedback/by LindaWhen humans encounter situations that they perceive as threatening, the parts of the brain responsible for our survival (i.e., amygdala, hippocampus) kick in to determine if running away from the threat is possible, to fight if not, and if neither is possible to stand still, hold our breath to be quiet and ultimately faint. This […]
5 Intention-setting Ideas for Professional Wellness Month
/in Newsletter/by LindaWhen we start to attach our identity to our work, job and/or employer, we are teetering on a tight rope without a net. Today, more than ever, it is vital to our well-being and longevity (both at work and in life) to find ways to maintain a balance between who we are and what we […]
What does your attitude about crying say about you?
/in Talk Therapy/by LindaTake a moment and ask yourself which of the following four statements reflects your belief about crying: Crying is healthy Crying is controllable Crying helps one feel better I hate crying Recent research reflects that your beliefs about crying reveal your attachment style. When I grew up, I got mixed messages from my family about […]
5 Intention-setting Ideas for Helping Kids Reduce Anxiety
/in Newsletter/by LindaEach May, I feel it is so important to promote Mental Health Awareness month, as it is a belief of mine (backed by recent research) that when we support the health of the brain/mind, our bodies respond in kind. This year I would like to focus on the 2018 Children’s Mental Health Report from the Child Mind […]
What type of yoga is best?
/in Yoga/by LindaAs a Hatha yoga trained teacher under the umbrella of the Raja type of yoga, I am often asked if one style of yoga is better than another. It has always been my belief that all yoga has mind-body-soul benefits and recent research appears to support such a belief. However, what I think is important […]