Heal Your Life 2 Day

The Temperance Center In Eastchester, NY

Merrill — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 02:31:01 +0000

Once upon a time I had a dream. A dream that would allow others to visit a place where they can nurture and heal their mind, body, and soul. To be able to provide a comforting space with diverse healing modalities from an array of talented and committed professionals.

A sense of community where people come and can receive tender loving care. A safe space where people can take the time to do something loving for themselves.

A place that someone can call “home”.

Once upon a time I had a dream. Now this dream is a reality.

A reality that is called ” The Temperance Center”

We hope to be serving the community for many many years to come!

By Merrill Black, LCSW/Reiki Master

Founder of the Temperance Center

I treat a variety of issues using diverse modalities such as Hypnosis, Reiki, and Cognitive Behavioral approaches in my private practice at: The Temperance Center in Eastchester, NY. For more information call my office at (914) 793-2600

Thanksgiving Reflection 2012

Merrill — Mon, 26 Nov 2012 16:14:30 +0000

As we approach Thanksgiving I have been reflecting on the many things I am thankful for in my life. I would ask you to think about 5 things that you are thankful for and write it down. Any time you may get into a funk just pull out your list and reflect on it. Or better yet, add to it! You can even make it a fun sharing game during Thanksgiving whereby everyone writes down the 5 Things they are Thankful for. Then have everyone take turns sharing their five things.

Have Fun and Be Happy!

I Wish You All A Very Blessed and Blissful Thanksgiving!

Merrill Black, LCSW/Reiki Master

A Time Of Thanks and Giving

Merrill — Thu, 24 Nov 2011 04:33:40 +0000

As the Fall leaves begin to disappear off the trees and the aromas of scrumptious pies permeate the air; let us remember how lucky we are that we are all alive during this special time.

Whether you are alone or with people you love let us keep in mind that it is a time of Thanks as well as Giving.

I wish you all a Very Happy Thanksgiving!

Merrill Black, LCSW/Reiki Master

A Time of Reflection and Manifestation

Merrill — Thu, 06 Oct 2011 12:17:21 +0000

Welcome to the new year! A new year, a new beginning. The 10 days between Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur is a time of Teshuvah. A heightened time of reflection, a time of return, a time of prayer.

Whether you observe this holiday or not. it is a perfect time to take a moment to pause and look within. To reflect upon the past year asking forgiveness of others and yourself of what you would have liked to have handled differently.

It is an opportune time for manifestation. Take a moment to ponder about the things you desire to change. Visualize what you would like to be different for this new year. Explore what your hearts desire is and lead with your heart so that you may follow the path that brings you the most happiness and fulfillment,

It is also a time to be grateful for all the lessons that you learned about yourself this past year. Be excited about what this new year can bring to you. Celebrate a new you.

Enjoy and embrace your journey. Accept and love yourself as you walk your beautiful path of this new year!

Many Blessings to you all.

By Merrill Black, LCSW/Reiki Master

MEDITATION BREATHING EXERCISE

Merrill — Mon, 25 Oct 2010 17:07:56 +0000

During this time of year as people begin to fall back into their regular routine of work/school it is a great time to incorporate relaxation exercises to help deal with lifes daily stressors.

Meditating is a great way to nurture your self while calming your mind, body and soul.

Here is a meditative breathing exercise that you can try:

It takes practice to meditate for long periods of time, so you may want to try and do this at first for five- fifteen minutes.

Find a quiet space and put on calming/relaxing music that you enjoy. Feel free to set a timer or music for the time you wish to mediate for. Get comfortable sitting either in a lotus position or lying down. Just close your eyes and notice your breath. Watch and observe the flow of your breath.

Watch as your thoughts may increase for the first few minutes of meditating. If this happens, then imagine placing them in a helium filled balloon and let them float away. Then just gently bring yourself back to your breath. You can repeat this as many times as you need to. Just keep coming back to your breath.

As time goes on notice how focusing on your breath allows your mind and body to begin to tune out the outside world and distractions. Notice how your body and mind begins to let go and relax. You can do this for as long as you wish.

When you are ready, gently open your eyes. Take a moment or two before you get up.

This breathing exercise can allow you to rejuvenate, feel refreshed, and be more focused as you go about the rest of your day.

By Merrill Black, LCSW/Reiki Master

Bi-Monthly Adult Meditation Group- Relax and Heal Your Mind, Body, and Soul

Merrill — Mon, 19 Apr 2010 16:21:13 +0000

Times now are stressful for everyone. More than ever it is important to find ways to take care of your self and reduce stress.

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

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 discussion.

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

Facilitated by Merrill Black, LCSW/Reiki Master

Place: The Temperance Center

453 White Plains Road, Suite 201

Eastchester, NY 10709

Date: Monday May 6th, 2013

Time: 7:30pm- 8:30pm

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 Temperance Center in Scarsdale, NY. For more information call my office at (914) 793-2600

Awaken With Reiki

Merrill — Sun, 07 Mar 2010 14:15:49 +0000

It is time to shake off the winter blues and get ready to Spring into the new season.

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

Love Yourself Unconditionally

Merrill — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 14:06:12 +0000

Loving yourself unconditionally means accepting all parts of yourself. Even the qualities, thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that you wish were different should be embraced.

Many times we are kinder to others than we are to ourselves. We often are forgiving of others 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

Relaxation Ideas For The New Year

Merrill — Thu, 14 Jan 2010 21:22:19 +0000

Given today’s economic climate, it is even more important to find ways to take care of oneself and reduce stress in a cost effective way. Relaxation can look very different for each individual. Figure out what is relaxing for you. If you don’t know what is relaxing then have fun experimenting!

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