Meditating can be a way to relax and rejuvenate the mind, body, and soul.  discussion.

Even a few minutes  of meditation can help you feel focused and calm throughout the day.

Each session has a unique theme, guided meditations, and follow up group

Come join our healing and relaxing bi-monthly meditation group!

Facilitated by Merrill Black, LCSW/Reiki Master

Place:      Scarsdale Wellness Center

531 Central Park Avenue, Suite 304

Scarsdale, NY 10583

Date:  Monday August 26, 2010

Time:  7:00pm- 8:00pm

Cost:  $15.00

I treat a variety of issues using diverse modalities such as Hypnosis, Reiki, and Cognitive Behavioral approaches in my private practice at the Scarsdale Wellness Center in Scarsdale, NY   For more information call my office at (914) 722-1989

Visualize yourself soaking up the sun of a spring day.  The flowers are blooming.  The trees are beginning to grow leaves.  The green grass is all around you.

Springtime is a time of renewal. This can be a great opportunity to release what you no longer want or need.  Balance and energize yourself. Reiki is a gentle calming shift in your energy field that will not only relax you; but also balance out your energy system.

Awaken your senses and spirit. Relax your body, mind, and soul with Reiki.

Merrill Black, LCSW / Reiki Master

I treat a variety of issues using diverse modalities such as Hypnosis, Reiki, and Cognitive Behavioral approaches in my private practice at the Scarsdale Wellness Center in Scarsdale, NY   For more information call my office at (914) 722-1989

Many times we are kinder to others than we are to ourselves.  We often are forgiving of other’s faults but not our own.

Accept yourself as you are.  Know that it is o.k. to be imperfect.   Understand you are a work in progress.  It is important to know that your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are separate from who you really are.   Love yourself even with your faults and imperfections.  Know that the core of you is beautiful.

Be kind in what you say to yourself. When we are so self critical we are not being very loving to ourselves.

Say positive things to yourself even if you don’t believe them.  It really can make you feel better.  Make time every day to say positive affirmations to yourself!

You can even try the affirmation below.   Say it daily even if you don’t feel like it or believe it is true.  You may find that it really does make a difference in how you behave, think, and feel!!!

Positive Affirmation:

I am love.

I accept myself fully and embrace who I am.

I embrace happiness and joy in my life.

I am a lovable, valuable, and worthwhile person.

I love myself fully and embrace who I am.

I am love.

Merrill Black, LCSW / Reiki Master

I treat a variety of issues using diverse modalities such as Hypnosis, Reiki, and Cognitive Behavioral approaches in my private practice at the Scarsdale Wellness Center in Scarsdale, NY   For more information call my office at (914) 722-1989

Here are 10 quick and easy tips that can be helpful:

1. Take time out each day to something that you enjoy. Even if it is only for 15 minutes. It can make a difference in the quality of your day.

2. Take 5 minutes a day to just close your eyes and do some deep breathing.  Sometimes it even helps while your eyes are closed to visualize a color that relaxes you.

3. Listen to music that you enjoy. You can even dance or move with the music.

4. Do something once or twice a week to pamper yourself. It can be as simple as taking a bubble bath.

5. Exercise. Even if it is for 15 minutes a day. It can really help your mind, body, and spirit.

6. Don’t over-schedule. Be realistic about what can get done in a day. Most importantly don’t criticize yourself if you don’t get your whole agenda done. Most things can wait a day or two.

7. Laughter is a great stress reliever. Watch or read something that makes you laugh.

8. Get plenty of sleep. When you are rested it can help reduce stress and irritability.

9. Have a warm decaffeinated drink at night. It can help with avoiding late night snacking as well as soothe you.

10. Dim the lights in a room and light some scented candles or incense. Aromatherapy can calm the mind and the body.

Happy New Year to All!

Merrill Black, LCSW / Reiki Master

I treat a variety of issues using diverse modalities such as Hypnosis, Reiki, and Cognitive Behavioral approaches in my private practice at the Scarsdale Wellness Center in Scarsdale, NY   For more information call my office at (914) 722-1989.