The Power of the Mind and Spirit to Heal - Dr. Joan Borysenko August 29, 2009

The average person generates between 25,000 and 50,000 thoughts each day, most of which are negative and contribute to stress related illness. That’s the bad news. The good news is that you can change your thinking, rewire neural circuits, and create a healthier and happier life. Almost 50 years of research proves that a spiritual orientation toward life…whether religious or secular…and a capacity for mindfulness, gratefulness, forgiveness, and emotional literacy are cornerstones of healing. Come and join one of the world’s foremost experts on mind/body medicine and claim your personal tool chest for optimal health.

At the conclusion of the workshop the participant will be able to:

Elicit the relaxation response
Practice two methods for developing gratefulness
List 5 steps to forgiveness
Recognize and dispute pessimistic thinking
List 3 positive effect of love and compassion on health

Official Website: http://sbnr.org/joan