I am passing on this informative guide is to help educate our clients on PNES. A condition that is not uncommon in our practice. Psychogenic (Non-Epileptic) Seizures (PNES) A Guide for Patients & Families Selim R. Benbadis, MD Leanne Heriaud, RN Comprehensive Epilepsy Program College of Medicine Comprehensive Epilepsy Program Selim R. Benbadis, MD Associate [...]
I would like to share information on seizures I have seen in my clients. The cause is trauma rather than brain wave irregularity. The following is information is from Dr. Meyers. “Psychogenic Non-Epileptic Seizures: A guide. Lorna Myers, Ph. D. Signs of PNES Seizures seem to follow periods of stress. Very high number of seizures-as [...]
Words of the White Tantric Yoga facilitator during the Summer Solstice Celebration have continued to resonate within me since the experience. Eloquently, softly and with immense grace she told hundreds of attendees that, “Yogi Bhajan wanted us to know survival…as well as luxury…” I have since pondered and ‘felt’ this wisdom in many forms. Checking [...]
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT: Did you know May is Skin Cancer Awareness & Prevention Month? Find out how to protect yourself in THIS ARTICLE. IS YOUR HEAD IN THE SAND? By Kathryn A. Green Creating more awareness in our everyday experiences, moment by moment, is so important in living our healthiest lives. So often we put [...]
Evolution I am in the process of evolution. This is not Darwin’s misguided concept that evolution is fueled by survival. This evolution is one of gradual, and peaceful change. Why peaceful? I choose the direction I want to be. Choosing is a peaceful action. Having to choose is a battle. When has fighting for survival [...]
I’m not flexible enough In yoga, you start where you are. You start with you. It’s not about competing with your neighbor to get deeper into a stretch. It’s about finding your sweet spot. My classes are and have always been all-level. I actively encourage the use of props. Even those of us who have [...]
What makes Awarefull different? Awarefull is a combination of theoretical processes that we have found work. These process work with your basic biological system. We teach you how to use this system and listen to it and get out of your head. Animals know when not to go to a certain place. Animals know when [...]
“In motion the whole body should be light, alert, and fluid, moving like a string of pearls. The chi [energy] should be active, but the spirit should remain centered and calm.” -Writing on the principles of T’ai Chi Chuan, by Yang Lu-Ch’an, 1799-1872; attributed to the ‘father of t’ai chi, Chang San Feng The practice [...]
Have you ever thought about meditating, or even tried it, but thought you couldn't do it, or maybe you couldn't do it right? I have a secret to tell you: There is no right or wrong way to meditate. Many people believe that meditation is only stopping thoughts and completely silencing the mind. There can [...]
The doors slowly slide open and the subtle scent of vanilla and jasmine are just barely noticeable. The room is warm, but not too warm, and there is a mat rolled out—one that isn’t mine. On the mat is a man I don’t know. My heart jumps into my throat as I slowly close the [...]
