Masters-Center / BodySmart Wellness Newsletter – 6/3/13

06/03/13

Table Of Contents

1. Article: Performance Enhancement
2. Featured Introductory Offer
3. Upcoming courses at Bucks County Community College
4. Workshops and Seminars

BARRIERS TO SUCCESS

Most people create their own barriers to success. People are often unable to achieve levels of performance that accurately represent his or her true potential due to self imposed stumbling blocks. People, however, rarely see this as the reason. Instead they focus on external reasons for their lack of success. They place the blame on poor equipment, bad coaches or trainers, the weather, their shoes, or the direction of the wind. The fact is that most of the time the main reason(s) a person does not perform up to peak ability comes from within him or herself. More importantly, this is why he or she may fail to get the full enjoyment from an activity. Something that started out to be exciting and fun may ultimately become frustrating and annoying.

DISTRACTION

In my experience with helping people to increase performance I find the single most powerful reason that people fall short of their goal(s) is “distraction”. In order to perform at maximum ability it is imperative that a person be “In The Moment”. When you are in the moment, all of your resources (physical, emotional, mental) are fully available to you. The most frequent cause of failure or unhappiness with one’s performance occurs when a person’s focus is fragmented. This occurs most often because the person is dwelling in past or future events (For our purposes, past events represent anything that happened even a microsecond before, future events are anything that has not yet happened).The vast majority of people that I see at our office for performance enhancement have one thing in common… When they are involved in an activity, they are either dwelling on what just happened (I should have done that differently. Why did I do that? Boy was that stupid, or aren’t I great, etc.), or they are anticipating what might happen (I hope I can do this, what if this happens, will this please my partner, coach, team, etc). Either of the two will take the person away from the most important time… the current moment. Not only has that person lost focus but he or she has also missed the beauty and the enjoyment of the moment. There is an old saying:

“When you’re up to your butt in alligators, it’s hard to remember that your prime objective was to drain the swamp”.

In my therapy practice I have seen firsthand that this is true in sports, business, sex, art, music, and virtually everything that involves performance. There is nothing more imperative to top performance than “being in the moment”. Other distractions can include, peer pressure, catering to a crowd of spectators (or worrying what they may think), comparing one’s self to others and probably the biggest of these distractions, worrying about winning or losing.

I believe it was Benjamin Franklin that said, “If you watch the pennies, the dollars will take care of themselves”. The same principle holds true with being in the moment. If you are totally in the moment, making the best of each and every moment, the minutes, hours, days and weeks, will take care of themselves. The most important ingredient to success is to maximize each and every moment. With total focus and ability concentrated within each moment, free from distraction of past or future events, a person will maximize his or her performance.

ENJOYMENT

For most people, the reason we get involved in an activity is because we like it… It’s Fun! Too often, once involved in an activity, people lose sight of this. Winning or losing, or looking good to others takes precedent over simply enjoying the activity. Why would a person play golf if the game gets them so mad that they wrap their gulf club around the nearest tree? That individual has lost total sight of why he or she took up the game in the first place.

The fact is that we usually function better when we are happy about what we are doing. After all, your heart will not be in something if it makes you angry and miserable. Performance is enhanced when a person enjoys an activity. If a person participates in an activity simply for the pleasure of doing so, he or she will gain greater benefit from that activity. It is not important what others think of your performance, who wins or who loses, or how you compare to others. Performance is maximized when a person simply takes pride in and enjoys what he or she is doing. My personal barometer of performance has nothing to do with anyone else on the planet. I simply do my best for the sole purpose of meeting my full potential

FEAR

There are two fears that will impair performance. They are the fear of failure and the fear of success. Either can be equally detrimental to performance. What the mind expects to happen usually does happen. Part of my job is being a mental coach and inspirational guide that can help the person re-define his or her perception of an activity. I become a facilitator of positive thought and affirmation. This is why many professional and Olympic athletes work with hypnotherapists and/or sports psychologists.

A preconceived fear or notion of failure will often lead to failure. As well, the mindset of, “I probably won’t succeed” allows the person to give up before starting. It gives the lazy part of us license to take the easy way out. If the person accepts that they will fail then it lets him or her off the hook for trying.

Positive thought, on the other hand, usually brings positive results. What we believe will happen is more likely to happen. When a person visualizes success they are more likely to achieve success.

Fear of success can also inhibit performance. This can be especially true in a team or league setting. The chances of this becoming a factor are increased if the person is uncomfortable in the public eye, or uncomfortable being the center of attention. The perceived responsibility of “living up to” a particular level of performance in the future may cause that person to unconsciously sabotage their own performance. Again, the most important thing is perception.

SELF TALK

Often we don’t think about the power of words. In actuality, words are one of the most powerful things in the world. Our entire perception and understanding of our world has been presented in the context of either the written, spoken, or signed word. We know how powerful words are when an adult speaks to a child. We are the giants. Our words are incredibly imposing to children. That is why children who are raised with words of encouragement are more often successful than children who are belittled and criticized. We know the power of words when one adult speaks to another. When someone says something complementary to you, you may feel “tickled” right down to your bones. If someone insults or belittles you it can feel like a knot in your stomach. It can hurt emotionally and sometimes even manifest itself as physical discomfort. This being so, why then do we not recognize the importance of self-talk?

Positive thoughts bring positive results. Positive self-talk or affirmations help to form our self-image. Phrases like, “I can’t”, or “I’ll never be as good as, (name) “ predispose a person to failure. Conversely, positive self-talk can reframe us to achieve! The brain is like a computer. Whatever you program in, is what will come out. Doesn’t it make more sense to program for success? Whatever your previous programming, you have the complete ability to reprogram for success. Positive self-talk is one important component in accomplishing that new programming.

PERFORMANCE

Anyone who desires to maximize his or her performance can. First, he or she must be willing to let go of the past (even that of a few seconds ago). There is nothing that anyone can do to change what has already occurred. Dwelling on past events accomplishes nothing. Next, one must not anticipate the future. The future is unborn. Anticipation only serves to draw you away from the moment at hand. Be “In The Moment”. Enjoy what you are doing. Life is too precious to waste time in negative thought or in doing things that promote frustration. Speak to yourself in positive terms. By eliminating the negative and focusing on the positive anyone can meet their full potential. Anyone can maximize his or her performance with the power of his or her mind.

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Upcoming Courses Through Bucks County Community College

Bucks County Community College Class Schedule for Fall 2013

August 29th                   Meditation Made Easy – 6:30 pm
September 16th             Free Informative workshop for those interested in the
Basic Hypnotherapy class – 6:30 pm
September 17th            The Theory of Past Lives  – 6:30pm
September 27th-30th    Basic Hypnotherapy Certification Class Begins – 10:00am
October 7th -12th          Advanced Hypnotherapy Certification class Begins – 10:00am
November 7th                Meditation Made Easy – 6:30pm
November 12th -15th     Hypnotherapy Instructor Training Class Begins – 10:00am
November 19th              Accessing Your Intuitive and Creative Self – 6:30pm
December 6th -10th      Part 2 of the Basic Hypnotherapy Certification class – 10:00am
December 10th             Quit Smoking – 6:30pm

Accessing Your Higher Self

The Answers to all of our questions are within us. Find the truthful answers to personal questions, problems and barriers you may be experiencing and get your truthful answers from within. This can be an incredibly enlightening experience. Rid yourself of mental and emotional clutter and discover yourself in an entirely new way. (Instructor: Philip Holder PhD.)

De-Hypnotize and Reprogram for Happiness and Success

From even before the time of birth we are programmed with what professional hypnotherapists call “Waking Hypnotic Suggestion”. We believe our thoughts to be our own when most are a product of programming throughout our lives. All original thought comes from the creative subconscious. Only by clearing the path and erasing old negative programming can a person find true happiness, self knowledge and reach their full potential and creativity. This workshop will help you begin the process of clearing our old programming imbedded through waking hypnotic suggestion and experience greater self awareness and enlightenment. (Instructor: Philip Holder PhD.)

The Theory Of Past Lives

In many cultures it is generally accepted that our fears and anxieties, as well as talents and creative abilities, may have their roots in experiences we have had in a previous life. By discovering our past and the experiences have led us to where we are now, we can better understand ourselves, our likes, our dislikes, our fears our goals and our desires. Would you like to know if you are an old spirit, if you have lived a previous life or lives?  Regression can be an interesting exciting therapeutic journey within. (Instructor: Philip Holder PhD.)

4 Steps To Success

What the mind perceives as real is real to the mind. Your belief in your abilities is just as important to success as any mental or physical effort and ability that you put into your endevors. What you can visualize, you can more readily accomplish. If you want to excel, if you want to move past your current limitations, you can. You can break down mental blocks and develop the skills that turn average individuals into happy, successful, exceptional individuals. The power is in your subconscious mind. Experience Dr. Holder’s “Four-Steps To Happiness and Success”. TM (Instructor: Philip Holder PhD.)

Fun With Hypnosis    (An Introduction To Hypnosis and Hypnotherapy)

An entertaining, exciting and educational introduction to the fascinating world of hypnosis. Our minds are incredibly powerful. Hypnosis is a great way to tap into creativity, intuition, to enhance performance and much more. Learn about hypnosis as Dr. Holder demonstrates and explains hypnosis and shows you how to get “Hypnotic Trance”. Its “Fun”, it’s interesting, it’s educational. Dr. Holder will also teach you how to do some basic yet fun things with hypnosis. (Instructor: Philip Holder PhD.)

Meditation The Kung Fu Way

Meditation is often shrouded in mystery or presented as something mysterious. It’s not! It is, however, a great way to manage stress, increase productivity, reenergize, develop intuitive and creative powers and improve your quality of life. We will provide simple tools to help you meditate effectively on your own, which can benefit you for a lifetime. (Instructor: Philip Holder PhD.)

For: Presenters/Teachers/Aspiring Presenters
Keeping Your Class Interested and Inspired

If you are currently presenting classes or workshops and want to put more pizzazz into your presentations or if you are planning to present classes and workshops and aspire to be a dynamic motivational speaker, this class is for you. Benefit from Dr. Holder’s decades of public speaking and presenting. Learn some of the techniques and principles that have made Dr. Holder a popular and sought after speaker. (Instructor: Philip Holder PhD.)

Other Workshops at BodySmart Wellness

QUIT SMOKING: Instructed by Francesca Miller ChT.

Cigarette smoke causes cancer and creates an unhealthy life.  We know nicotine changes your brain so it’s truly harder to quit.  Re-program yourself.  Let me help re-wire your brain and teach you a new way of using positive thought and the power of your mind with hypnosis. You can finally succeed in conquering this tobacco so that you become a healthy non-smoker.

HEALTH POWER PAIN MANAGEMENT: Instructed by Francesca Miller ChT.

If you allow your mind to remain open to all things, then all things can be possible!
If you allow yourself to be in a different space in your own mind, you can accomplish more than you think. This is a fun and uplifting journey with the use of your own imagination. Be lifted to another level of self help.  We are talking about solutions for the pain that many live with daily. With hypnosis you can be get relief that you have been longing for. Let me help you acquire new tools to use every day so that you move and think more efficiently without distraction from pain. With guided help and new techniques you can be learn wonderful relief trigger’s that will help you get more out of life.    (Please  bring a mat )

Francesca Miller ChT.
Francesca Miller, a licensed cosmetologist of over twenty years.  Always having a love of helping others accomplish goals and better their lives, brought her to the study of hypnosis where she holds her certification from Master’s Center Institute of Hypnosis Sciences, Certification from Bucks County Community College. Francesca is a member of the International Medical and Dental Hypnotherapy Association.

Invisible Disabilities : Presenter:    Instructor Melissa Pickersgill
Have you ever wanted to do something but a feeling held you back?  Or maybe you have a physical disability which is invisible to others that causes you stress because others put expectations upon you that you cannot live up to?  These are examples of an invisible disability.  Invisible disabilities create stress and anxiety and they stop us from doing things that we know we would enjoy or even benefit us.  No limitations is a workshop that explains invisible disabilities and the know how to stop your own self-created limitations.  Stop holding yourself back and start living for today with no limitations.

Melissa Pickersgill
Melissa Pickersgill is a certified hypnotherapist and board certified life career coach.  She has a bachelor’s degree from Penn State University in Communications.  She is certified by the International Medical and Dental Hypnotherapy Association, the Center for Credentialing and Education, and the Life Purpose Institute.

BodySmart Wellness Center Administrators

Marie A Kimelheim MD.
Co-Owner

Marie A. Kimelheim, M.D. is a licensed psychiatrist who is also trained in Anti-aging and Regenerative Medicine, Holistic Psychiatry and Functional Medicine. She received her medical degree from Temple University School of Medicine and her psychiatry training at Temple University Hospital. She is currently a fellow in the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine program.
Dr.  Kimelheim has over 20 years in medical practice specializing in Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy, Anti Aging Medicine, Mood Disorders, Integrative Psychiatry and Weight Loss. Dr. Kimelheim possesses a great understanding of patient’s weight loss and related health needs and combines her many skills to provide patients with exceptional service. Through patient specific specialized testing and treatment protocols she strives to determine the root cause of the patient’s symptoms and disease state rather than merely treating the symptoms..
Her interests include brain fitness for peak performance and optimal well-being, nutritional and alternative approaches for psychiatric disorders, bio-identical hormone replacement and spiritual attunement. Dr. Kimelheim merges mainstream and alternative medicine using functional medicine concepts, nutrition, and other natural approaches.

Philip Holder Ph.D.:
Medical Coordinator:

Therapist specializing in counseling, and therapeutic Hypnosis, A sought after motivational speaker and teacher he instructs hypnotherapy & advanced hypnotherapy at Bucks County Community College as well as at nationwide events.

He is an instructor of hypnosis, hypnotherapy, and meditation and offers regular certification courses. He is a college professor and teaches hypnotherapy, advanced hypnotherapy and instructor level hypnotherapy at Bucks County College.

Dr. Holder is a lecturer and published author. He has appeared in many prominent magazines, on television, on talk radio, and is featured in a number of instructional video DVDs and on audio CDs. His book “Hypnosis and Hypnotherapy – The Power of the Subconscious Mind” has consistently retained a Five Star rating on Amazon.com and is used by both therapists and trainers as a source of information on hypnotherapy.
Over the years, thousands have benefited from Dr. Holder’s services. He regularly travels teaching seminars and workshops. As well, people travel from around the world to utilize his services and to study from him. He conducts workshops within various public school systems and for private educational facilities.