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Communicate What You Feel: How to be Understood By Those You Love
David Yarian, Ph.D.
Often our language is imprecise and does not express clearly what is most important to us. This article introduces the Awareness Continuum, a tool for building skills in clear communication. Learn how better to tell those you love what is most important to you.
(Article in Self-Help Central, No. 3, April 1, 2005)
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The Grammar of Good Communication
David Yarian, Ph.D.
Following a few simple rules will make your communication clearer, more to the point, and more impactful on your listeners. For example, speaking in first person -- "I ..." captures attention, and clearly denotes that you are speaking about your thoughts and feelings. Using the word "but" in a sentence negates all that has gone before: "I like you, but..." This article offers guidelines for clear communication for business, friendship or intimate relationships.
(Article in Self-Help Central, No. 2, March 15, 2005)
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| Creativity |
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Life as a Voyage of Discovery
Part I: The Big Dream
David Yarian, Ph.D.
With curiosity, courage and a venturesome spirit, life becomes a Voyage of Discovery as we chart a course through unknown territory. The challenge of moving into the unknown on a sea- journey may mean dealing with life-threatening storms as well as periods of calm with no apparent forward movement. There may be times of proceeding with great caution to avoid shoals and reefs and other navigational hazards. Occasionally there is the challenge of extricating oneself after making a navigational error and running aground.
(Article in Self-Help Central, No. 9, May 2006)
- Life as a Voyage of Discovery
Part II: The Success Log
David Yarian, Ph.D.
Here we focus on an aspect of navigation at sea which provides another useful metaphor for our life’s journey. The Success Log - one’s own personal "ship’s log" - is a vital tool which can provide strength and encouragement to keep the Dream alive.
(Article in Self-Help Central, No. 10, July 2006)
- The Power of Imagination
David Yarian, Ph.D.
It is the power of the imagination to enable each person to transcend present reality, no matter how stark, deprived or "hopeless." Imagination generates hope - or more exactly, unleashes creative powers to transform reality into something beyond that which is currently visible.
(Article in Self-Help Central, No. 8, February 21, 2006)
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| Health and Wellness |
- Breathe with Mindfulness Today!
Sandi Anders, M.Div., R.Y.T.
Become conscious of the life-sustaining presence of your breath in this moment.
(Article in Self-Help Central, No. 1, March 1, 2005)
- The Faith Factor: The Health Benefits of Spirituality
According to Dr. Benson, the number of physician visits that are due to stress or other mind/body interactions is 60 to 90 percent.
(Interview with Dr. Herbert Benson which first appeared in The Shambhala Sun, July 1998)
- Fight or Flight: How Stress Affects Health
David Yarian, Ph.D.
Medical researchers have traced the stress response as it cascades throughout the body, affecting every system of the body.
(Article in Self-Help Central, No. 4-5, April, 2005)
- Laughter May Boost Immune System
According to an article recently published in Alternative Therapies in
Health and Medicine, laughter may reduce stress and increase natural killer
cell levels, a type of white blood cell that attacks cancer cells.
- RX for Stress: The Relaxation Response
Sandi Anders, M.Div., R.Y.T.
The regular practice of relaxation can counteract the effects of chronic stress on the body.
(Article in Self-Help Central, No. 4-6, April-July, 2005)
- What Size is Sexy?
Radio interview with David Yarian, Ph.D.
Debbie Alan's radio interview on 10/30/2007 with David Yarian Ph.D. for On the HomeStretch. David Yarian talks about how to love the body you're in.
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| Intimate Relationships |
- Communicate What You Feel: How to be Understood By Those You Love
David Yarian, Ph.D.
Often our language is imprecise and does not express clearly what is most important to us. This article introduces the Awareness Continuum, a tool for building skills in clear communication. Learn how better to tell those you love what is most important to you.
(Article in Self-Help Central, No. 3, April 1, 2005)
- The Grammar of Good Communication
David Yarian, Ph.D.
Following a few simple rules will make your communication clearer, more to the point, and more impactful on your listeners. For example, speaking in first person -- "I ..." captures attention, and clearly denotes that you are speaking about your thoughts and feelings. Using the word "but" in a sentence negates all that has gone before: "I like you, but..." This article offers guidelines for clear communication for business, friendship or intimate relationships.
(Article in Self-Help Central, No. 2, March 15, 2005)
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| Meditation |
- Breathe with Mindfulness Today!
Sandi Anders, M.Div., R.Y.T.
Become conscious of the life-sustaining presence of your breath in this moment.
(Article in Self-Help Central, No. 1, March 1, 2005)
- The Power of the Breath - Bridge between Mind and Body
Sandi Anders, M.Div., R.Y.T.
Breathing is one of many functions in our bodies that occur without our thinking about them; yet when the breath is performed with conscious awareness we access a powerful tool.
(Article in Self-Help Central, No. 2, March 15, 2005)
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| Prosperity Consciousnes |
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The "Be - Do - Have" Paradigm: Attracting What You Want
Sandi Anders, M.Div., R.Y.T.
The Law of Attraction is a spiritual principle which teaches that we magnetize or draw towards ourselves whatever we give our focus and attention to.
(Article in Self-Help Central, No. 3, April, 2005)
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| Resilience |
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Life as a Voyage of Discovery
Part I: The Big Dream
David Yarian, Ph.D.
With curiosity, courage and a venturesome spirit, life becomes a Voyage of Discovery as we chart a course through unknown territory. The challenge of moving into the unknown on a sea- journey may mean dealing with life-threatening storms as well as periods of calm with no apparent forward movement. There may be times of proceeding with great caution to avoid shoals and reefs and other navigational hazards. Occasionally there is the challenge of extricating oneself after making a navigational error and running aground.
(Article in Self-Help Central, No. 9, May 2006)
- Life as a Voyage of Discovery
Part II: The Success Log
David Yarian, Ph.D.
Here we focus on an aspect of navigation at sea which provides another useful metaphor for our life’s journey. The Success Log - one’s own personal "ship’s log" - is a vital tool which can provide strength and encouragement to keep the Dream alive.
(Article in Self-Help Central, No. 10, July 2006)
- The Power of Imagination
David Yarian, Ph.D.
It is the power of the imagination to enable each person to transcend present reality, no matter how stark, deprived or "hopeless." Imagination generates hope - or more exactly, unleashes creative powers to transform reality into something beyond that which is currently visible.
(Article in Self-Help Central, No. 8, February 21, 2006)
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| Self-Esteem and Assertiveness |
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The Terrible Things You Say: Building Self-Esteem with Positive Self-Talk
David Yarian, Ph.D.
There are many subtle and persisting ways in which we undermine self-esteem. One common way is to make negative statements about ourselves. These negative self-statements serve as powerful limiting factors to our growth and development. Rather than trying to figure out why we say terrible things to ourselves, it is far more useful to - stop it! Editing negative self-statements is an effective way to build self-esteem.
(Article in Self-Help Central, No. 11, October, 2006)
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Use Affirmations to Build Self-Esteem
David Yarian, Ph.D.
Most of us have an internal dialogue going on inside our heads, commenting on our lives. If you stop and listen to what you are saying to yourself, you may be surprised how negative many of the statements are. Making affirmative statements to yourself helps to rebalance the internal dialogue, and results in increased Self-Esteem.
(Article in Self-Help Central, No. 1, March 1, 2005)
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| Sexuality and Sexual Health |
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Does Doing Dishes Lead to Sex?
Radio interview with David Yarian Ph.D.
In this October 30, 2007 radio interview with Debbie Alan, David Yarian Ph.D. talks about how appreciation and kindness equal foreplay.
- Do You Have a Low-Sex or No-Sex Marriage?
Radio interview with David Yarian Ph.D.
In this March 7, 2008 radio interview for On the HomeStretch, David Yarian speaks with Debbie Alan about the importance of communicating with your partner in our sexually obsessed, but sexually repressed culture.
- The Health Benefits of Sex
Pala Copeland and Al Link
Lose weight. Reduce stress. Lower your cholesterol level. Improve your circulation. Live longer. Stay younger. Sounds like an ad for a new wonder drug right? In fact it's a partial list of the benefits of humanity's oldest and most pleasurable pastime: sex.
- Make Plans for Sex
Radio interview with David Yarian Ph.D.
In this March 7, 2008 radio interview for On the HomeStretch, David Yarian speaks with Debbie Alan on the importance of intentionality and planning for sexual intimacy.
- Libido Training
In this July 14, 2005 interview in All the Rage, David Yarian speaks with Virginia Roberson about the benefits of being sexually active and about ways to improve your libido.
- The Secret to a Great Sex Life!
Radio interview with David Yarian Ph.D.
In this June 6, 2008 radiointerview for On the Home Stretch, David Yarian, Ph.D., speaks with Debbie Alan on how to keep your sex life vibrant and alive.
- Seniors and Sexuality: Making Love for a Lifetime
David Yarian, Ph.D.
Myths and stereotypes about aging and sexuality would have us believe that sex is primarily for the young. Not so! Recent national survey data show that seniors are sexually active and interested. The reality is that experienced, mature and confident seniors can be better lovers, no longer struggling with youthful ignorance, anxiety and insecurities, career stresses and family responsibilities. There are aging-related physical and psychological changes as well as some medical conditions which do affect sexual functioning. Practical suggestions for dealing with these challenges encourage seniors to be playful, spontaneous, curious and experimental in their sexual relationships.
(Article in Self-Help Central, No. 7, August, 2005)
- What Size is Sexy?
Radio interview with David Yarian, Ph.D.
In this October 30, 2007 radio interview with Debbie Alan, David Yarian, Ph.D., talks about how to love the body you're in.
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| Spirituality |
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The Faith Factor: The Health Benefits of Spirituality
According to Dr. Benson, the number of physician visits that are due to stress or other mind/body interactions is 60 to 90 percent.
(Interview with Dr. Herbert Benson which first appeared in The Shambhala Sun, July 1998)
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| Stress Management and Relaxation |
- Breathe with Mindfulness Today!
Sandi Anders, M.Div., R.Y.T.
Become conscious of the life-sustaining presence of your breath in this moment.
(Article in Self-Help Central, No. 1, March 1, 2005)
- Fight or Flight: How Stress Affects Health
David Yarian, Ph.D.
Medical researchers have traced the stress response as it cascades throughout the body, affecting every system of the body.
(Article in Self-Help Central, No. 4-5, April, 2005)
- The Power of the Breath - Bridge between Mind and Body
Sandi Anders, M.Div., R.Y.T.
Breathing is one of many functions in our bodies that occur without our thinking about them; yet when the breath is performed with conscious awareness we access a powerful tool.
(Article in Self-Help Central, No. 2, March 15, 2005)
- RX for Stress: The Relaxation Response
Sandi Anders, M.Div., R.Y.T.
The regular practice of relaxation can counteract the effects of chronic stress on the body.
(Article in Self-Help Central, No. 4-6, April-July, 2005)
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| Success and Personal Effectiveness |
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Life as a Voyage of Discovery
Part II: The Success Log
David Yarian, Ph.D.
Here we focus on an aspect of navigation at sea which provides another useful metaphor for our life’s journey. The Success Log - one’s own personal "ship’s log" - is a vital tool which can provide strength and encouragement to keep the Dream alive.
(Article in Self-Help Central, No. 10, July 2006)
- The Grammar of Good Communication
David Yarian, Ph.D.
Following a few simple rules will make your communication clearer, more to the point, and more impactful on your listeners. For example, speaking in first person -- "I ..." captures attention, and clearly denotes that you are speaking about your thoughts and feelings. Using the word "but" in a sentence negates all that has gone before: "I like you, but..." This article offers guidelines for clear communication for business, friendship or intimate relationships.
(Article in Self-Help Central, No. 2, March 15, 2005)
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