Category Archives: caregiver stress

The Pond

Posted on November 17, 2018 by webmaven

They say that stress is 10 percent action, 90 percent reaction. Here is a great exercise from the LRS Readers Course (and also the book Practical Work on Self by EJ Gold) that will help you deal very effectively with, … Continue reading →

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Mindfulness in Motion

Posted on December 13, 2017 by webmaven

Mindfulness is a very valuable and accessible practice. So much is being written about it today! Don’t drive yourself crazy thinking that you can just sit and be mindful. It’s difficult, and, for most of us, what’s the use? Keep … Continue reading →

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Anxiety Free – for the Moment!

Posted on July 20, 2017 by webmaven

Handling Anxiety Write it down. Acknowledging your worry takes away its obsessive power, so make a list of what’s bugging you. Say a prayer. Ask whatever deity or creative force or what/whoever you believe in for help, patience, and the … Continue reading →

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Benefits of Meditation

Posted on March 7, 2017 by webmaven

Harvard neuroscientist: Meditation not only reduces stress, here’s how it changes your brain. A fascinating article in the Washington Post, looks well researched. Based on the swork of the Mindfulness Based Stress reduction Clinic in Boston. Here is a free … Continue reading →

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The Tibetan Book of the Dead and the Clear Light Prayer

Posted on February 12, 2017 by webmaven

The Clear Light Prayer, from the American Book of the Dead  is a  simple non denominational prayer that can be used for centering, or for helping another. It is based on the teachings of the The Tibetan Book of the … Continue reading →

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Professional and Family Care Provider Workshop for 2017

Posted on December 19, 2016 by webmaven

Learn 5 Easy Techniques to Help Manage Your Stress A WORKSHOP FOR THERAPISTS, NURSES & CLINICIANS as well as FAMILY AND PROFESSIONAL CARE PROVIDERS This workshop provides the tools and techniques for you to EASILY and EFFECTIVELY deal with stress, … Continue reading →

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