New Beginnings for 2009 . . .  Join us Saturday, January 31st at the Old East Village Studio, 755 Dundas St. E. in London. The description and times for the second of two marvelous presentations are given below.

2nd Workshop: Holiday Stress Over? Think again!

Saturday, January 31st, 2 - 4 p.m.

The best way to approach the topic of stress, particularly holiday stress, is gently with a sense of humour, hence our provocative workshop title. :o) On a serious note, this workshop, on the topic of Stress and Pain Management, will be packed full of extremely useful information meant to truly enlighten and inspire you towards embarking on a new path, a new beginning for 2009. The workshop facilitator is Debra Taylor, Clinical Director of the London Laser Health Care Centre. Click here to read Debra's bio.

Debra will explore and compare several methods for managing the negative effects of stress. Participants will learn what stress is, what happens to our body under stress, and most importantly, how to reduce the negative effects on the body and mind using age-old techniques as well as modern methods. For example, applied low-level laser therapy can deliver energy to cells and tissues to rejuvenate and restore function. Think of a battery being re-charged -- laser therapy re-energizes depleted cells and tissues. In the process, inflammation issues can be resolved, pain relieved and the immune system boosted.

We'll begin by exploring various relaxation techniques aimed at preventing stress in the first place. The group will be taken through an experiential exercise. At the London Laser Health Care Centre, Debra helps people with self-hypnosis, guided meditation, etc. as adjuncts to the laser and biofeedback services she provides in weight loss programs and smoking cessation or other addiction-related programs. She also promotes a healthy diet and will speak about  natural foods and supplements that are stress-busters. And Debra will give an overview of holistic services that are available to enhance coping skills.

The second part of the workshop will cover the difference between acute and chronic pain. We'll delve into how pharmaceutical intervention compares with natural treatment methods including acupuncture, laser, aromatherapy, meditation and self-hypnosis. Click here to access the January newsletter which outlines specific nutrients that are depleted when taking certain types of medication. It's a real eye opener and clearly, a motivator to find healthy alternatives and also to achieve nutritional balance through supplementation.

The cost of attending the Stress & Pain Management workshop is $25 or join us for both workshops, including the Wise Basic or Plus and pay $20 each or $40. To register for this event, please click here.  Location: Old East Village Studio, 755 Dundas St. E. (close to Elizabeth St. and next to the Old East Village Hardware Store).

Say Good-Bye to Stress	. . . .  and addiction!

London Laser Centre, 110 Riverside, Unit 103, London.  Ph: 519 641-3100