The Renewal Times
October 2005.
ISSN 1705-3773 The Renewal Times
The Renewal Times is a publication of Renewal Technologies and is edited by Roger Ellerton.
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Included in this newsletter:
- Thought for the day
- Health Notes
- Upcoming Seminars
- Feature Article
- Humour
- More Information
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Thought for the Day
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A great deal of talent is lost to the world for want of a little courage.
Every day sends to their graves obscure men whom timidity prevented from making an effort.
Sydney Smith
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New NLP Book
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My new book Live Your Dreams – Let Reality Catch Up: NLP and Common Sense for Coaches, Managers and You will be available in November 2005. This book serves several purposes -- a basic introduction to NLP, a reference book, and tips and techniques for those wanting to get the most out of life.
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Health Notes
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A Happy Social Life is Important to Your Health
Complete health is characterized by not only the absence of disease, but also a high level of both physical and emotional well-being. Exercising regularly, watching your weight, and not smoking are important choices for optimal health. However, they do not guarantee good health. Research suggests that maintaining strong social connections also may be important for complete health. Good ways to get involved in social activities are to join a religious group, a civic group, or a recreational sports group in your area.
Toward health promotion: physical and social behaviors in complete health. Grzywacz, J. G., Keyes, C. L., American Journal of Health Behavior 2004 Mar-Apr;28(2):99-111.
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High-Fiber Breakfast Cereals Better for You than You Think
High-fiber foods not only help regulate digestion, but they also help keep insulin levels in check. In a study, men who ate high-fiber cereal experienced lower peak insulin levels than men who consumed low-fiber cereal. Insulin control is an important part of type 2 diabetes prevention.
In a study, a group of men with hyperinsulinemia, a condition that indicates insulin resistance and an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes, did not experience the same insulin spike with high-fiber cereal as they did when they had eaten low-fiber cereal. Future studies will help determine if a high-fiber diet can help people with pre-diabetes to control, and possibly reverse, insulin resistance.
Aim to include in your diet at least 25 grams of fiber each day. You can do this by eating high-fiber foods such as whole grains, broccoli, and dried peas. Fiber is the indigestible part of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains that helps you to feel full and regulates digestion. It helps control blood sugar levels by slowing absorption in the digestive tract.
High-fiber cereal reduces postprandial insulin responses in hyperinsulinemic but not normoinsulinemic subjects. Wolever, T. M., Campbell, J. E., Geleva, D., Anderson, G. H. Diabetes Care 2004 Jun;27(6):1281-1285.
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Upcoming Seminars / Workshops
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Introductory NLP Evening
December 7, 7:00pm – 9:00pm
Please come as our guest. Invite a friend to come with you. Registration is required so that we can reserve a seat for you. E-mail your name and the number of people attending to info@renewal.ca. For more information, please click here.
NLP Practitioner Training
Three week-ends: February 3 - 5, 17 - 19, 24 - 26, 2006.
NLP Master Practitioner Training
Take your NLP knowledge and abilities to the next level!
March 24 - 26, 31, April 1 - 2, 21 - 23, May 12 - 14, 26 - 28
For our most recent schedule and a description of these workshops/seminars, please click here!
For the location of our Training Centre in Ottawa (Stittsville), Ontario, please click here!
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Feature Article
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Forgiveness
By Roger Ellerton Phd, ISP, CMC, Renewal Technologies www.renewal.ca
At some point in our lives, all of us have been wronged by another person and felt hurt, angry or resentful. This is a natural reaction and part of being human. However, if we do not resolve or come to terms with these hurts, they drive our actions and create a negative way of life. By harboring past hurts, we have the potential to do far more harm to ourselves than anyone else can possibly do.
“All illness is caused by not forgiving.”
– Native American belief
Forgiving others – or yourself – does not mean forgetting or condoning what happened, or giving up the values that were violated or assuming you are at fault; nor is it condemning the other person or seeking justice or compensation. Forgiveness can be viewed as foregoing the resentment or revenge when the wrongdoer’s action deserves it and giving the gifts of mercy, generosity and love when the wrongdoer does not seem to deserve them. To release the shackles of the past, we must be willing to forgive.
Forgiveness is about creating a state “for giving” – both to self and others – and excusing a mistake or an offense and letting go of the associated hurt, anger or resentment. Because forgiveness has the greatest benefit to the person doing the forgiving, it is one of the greatest gifts that you can give to yourself.
Forgiving allows us to get on with our lives and to open up our minds and hearts to new ways of seeing others, the world and ourselves. It releases energy that can be used for other, more productive thoughts and actions.
Is there someone you need to forgive – including yourself – so that you can move forward and enjoy life? NLP can provide you with the tools and understanding to achieve this outcome.
Author: Roger Ellerton is a certified NLP trainer, certified management consultant and the founder and managing partner of Renewal Technologies. He can be reached at Renewal Technologies www.renewal.ca or by e-mail info@renewal.ca. The above article is an extract from the book Live Your Dreams - Let Reality Catch Up: NLP and Common Sense for Coaches, Managers and You.
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Humour
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Veterinarians
A man rushed into the veterinarian's office carrying his dog, thoroughly distraught. The vet examined the dog's still, limp body and sadly informed the man that the dog was dead.
Saddened at the loss of his best friend, the man asked the doctor if he could please try one last time to revive the dog. The doctor stepped into his other room and returned with a cat in a wire cage. He set the cage on the examining table and opened the sliding door.
The cat got up, stretched, stepped out of the cage and slowly walked around the dog from head to tail sniffing the body. When it was finished, it looked up at the veterinarian with a “meow”, walked back into the cage and went back to sleep.
The vet looked at the man and said in his best bedside manner, "I'm sorry, but there is nothing I can do.”
Resigned, the man signed and said, "Thanks for trying. How much do I owe you?"
"Three-hundred fifty dollars," the doctor replied.
"Thr . . . thr . . .three-hundred fif-fif-fifty bucks to tell me my dog is dead!" the man stammered.
"Well, it was only $50 for the office visit. The other $300 is for the CAT scan."
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More Information
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Click on the following links to obtain more information on these products:
- Book: Live Your Dreams Let Reality Catch Up: NLP and Common Sense for Coaches, Managers and You.
- e-book: Live Your Dreams Let Reality Catch Up: 5 Step Action Plan.
- NEW! Book: Parents' Handbook: NLP and Common Sense Guide for Family Well-Being.
- e-book: NLP Techniques Anyone Can Use. Discover the power of NLP.
- CD: Ho'oponopono, a meditation to bringing balance into your life.
- CD: Balancing Modalities, a meditation to improve access to the visual, auditory, kinesthetic and auditory digital modalities.
- CD: Outcome MASTERY, a process and meditation to help you achieve what you desire - more comprehensive than SMART goals.
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