Thousands of years ago, Indian sages began to understand the life force, or prana, that animates all life and is associated with the cerebrospinal column. They identified the seven energetic centers, or chakras, along the spine and detailed the function and importance of each. This introduction to the chakras will help you become familiar with their names, locations, and functions.
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We know that what's good for the heart is good for the brain. Join us to learn science-based recommendations for taking care of our brains and bodies and tips on how to make small changes to build healthier habits. Learn practical tips that can be implemented to boost brain health and reduce the chances of developing cognitive decline. Learn about the role of nutrition, physical activity, and other habits that can protect against cognitive decline.
Instructor:Rebecca Elliott Course #: WEL265 | Room:Room 1 Day of Week | Start Date | Time: Th | 8/15/2024 | 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Note: Students are not charged when placed on a waiting list, and will be notified by MTP staff if a seat becomes available.
Have you lost your energy, has your "get up and go" gotten up and gone? Have you lost the wind in your sails? There are many reasons why our energy levels may drop and most of them are correctable in relatively short time, if addressed appropriately. Come listen to Dr. Pedro A. Orta, a holistic Chiropractic Physician, lecture on this most important topic.
Meridian Tapping is a combination of ancient Chinese acupressure and modern energy psychology that has been successfully used to provide relief from chronic pain, fears, phobias, insomnia, addictions, cravings, grief, anxiety, limiting beliefs and PTSD.
Meridian Tapping is easy to learn and can be self applied anytime and anywhere. Enroll in this class and tap into the amazing power of self-healing that is literally at your fingertips. We will learn this powerful healing technique and apply Meridian Tapping to a variety of issues.
Explore the realms of dream states and learn how your dreams can effect your waking life. How does symbology affect dream interpretations? Is lucid dreaming different than precognitive dreams? What happens in the hypnogogic state just before you fall asleep? Learn how to keep a dream journal and have fun delving into your own subconscious universe.
With so much chaos happening in the world today, have you felt like it's been harder or just not possible for you to experience true happiness? Maybe you felt happy for a while, but couldn't sustain it, or you worried that it was selfish to be happy while others around you were suffering. Have you ever wondered why some people seem to be happy for no apparent reason? If so, you're not alone. These are challenging times for many.
In this interactive fun class, the instructor will share some exciting findings in happiness research and more importantly, suggested tips to apply right away to be happier. Learn about 4 key things to do everyday to increase and support your happiness.
Where did you come from? In this course you will learn how family behaviors, values, beliefs and so much more are passed down among generations, for better or worse. You will learn how this happens environmentally and genetically in my presentation, and how our personal history and the times our families grew up in impact all subsequent generations. You will then use a personal genogram to diagram and decipher how three generations of your family history have impacted your in your life. You will document the individuals in your family system, their stories, experiences, heartaches and successes. Come explore how this has impacted you, and what you can do to help yourself heal from family wounds, and pass down family treasures.
Our hands and feet are home to literally thousands of nerve endings and almost 70 acupuncture points, which is why Reflexology is so effective. By massaging and stimulating specific areas on the soles of our feet and palms of our hands we can provide general support for our entire body, improve sleep patterns, and increase physical and mental well being. In this class and you will learn the basics of Reflexology including the zones in the hands and feet, what regions in the body they represent, and techniques to work on your own hands and feet.
Note: Students must be able to lean forward towards their feet or sit upright and bring their ankle to their thigh.
Course #: NAT125 | Room:Room 1 Day of Week | Date | Time:Th | 9/19/2024 | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Seats Available:7 Supply Fee: $7. All fees payable to the instructor on the first date of class.
Your living environment has a direct and profound impact on your health. Older adults who live in retirement communities typically have amenities, services and opportunities to support healthy aging. On Top of the World is a shining example of this. On Top of the World’s amenities connect residents with fitness, recreation, social, intellectual and environmental pursuits. Studies demonstrate that older adults who are active in their communities experience a host of health benefits including decreased risk for high blood pressure, heart disease, depression, anxiety and improved cognitive function.
Join this discussion with Dr. CJ Liu on September 19 at 2 p.m. to learn more about this subject and hear why your living environment plays such a key role on your health. Dr. Liu is a Professor of Occupational Therapy at the University of Florida. She specializes in education and research in the healthy aging field. Her goal is to identify factors to increase older adults’ functional ability, which is the capacity that enables individuals to be and do what provides value to their lives. Her expertise includes health literacy promotion, late-life disability prevention and systematic reviews of interventions that support independence in activities of daily living for older adults. At the conclusion of this presentation, you will have the opportunity to participate in a survey supporting Dr. Liu’s current research on healthy aging.
With so much chaos happening in the world today, have you felt like it's been harder or just not possible for you to experience true happiness? Maybe you felt happy for a while, but couldn't sustain it, or you worried that it was selfish to be happy while others around you were suffering. Have you ever wondered why some people seem to be happy for no apparent reason? If so, you're not alone. These are challenging times for many.
In this interactive fun class, the instructor will share some exciting findings in happiness research and more importantly, suggested tips to apply right away to be happier. Learn about 4 key things to do everyday to increase and support your happiness.
Many people have strange and misguided ideas about hypnosis. Stage shows, media coverage, and a lot of ignorance are responsible for the apprehensions many people have about hypnosis.
During this fun and interactive presentation, you will learn what hypnosis is and isn't, the history of hypnosis, and how hypnosis can be used to solve many common problems.
Just like you work to stay physically healthy, its important to work to keep your mind sharp. But when it comes to brain work, it doesn't have to be all work and no play. Your brain actually benefits and is stimulated, when you're playing and having fun. Enroll in this class and give your brain a workout by playing fun games that sharpen your mind.
New information on the neurobiology of grief and attachment is paving the way for more than just processing five stages of grief. Society still expects us to "move on" quickly with our lives after a loss, but is that really realistic? We all accumulate losses and experience grief and mourning throughout our lives even as society has pushed us to limit how we cope with it and how we help others. Come learn new information on how we can support ourselves and others who are hurting, and how loss, grief, and mourning can be survived.
This course is an introduction to couple's massage. You will learn technique-by-technique how to massage, starting with applying oil or lotion and warming up muscles, to working out knots and deep tissue massage. In this interactive class, the massage routine is broken into various steps to make it easy to grasp. A partner is required for this class (both participants must register and pay for the course).
This is great class for couples and even friends who could benefit from a good back and neck rub.
Note: Please bring (1) bed-sized pillow per couple to class. Participants are encouraged to wear comfortable clothing that is soft to the touch since you will be using your hands to massage over clothing.
Meditation is a mystery to many in the western world. It's common for people to have a wide range of ideas, opinions, and misconceptions related to meditation that can make it seem difficult and unapproachable.
Meditation is a simple mental focus exercise that can have powerful effects in your daily life. Enroll in this class and learn practical tools, tips, and techniques to start and/or maintain a meditation practice that works for you.
Incredible advancements are being made every day to improve the accuracy of screenings and to detect lung cancer in its earliest stages, leading to better patient outcomes. Join AdventHealth and learn more about the newest screening technologies, and how you can reduce your risk factors through lifestyle changes.
New information on the neurobiology of grief and attachment is paving the way for more than just processing five stages of grief. Society still expects us to "move on" quickly with our lives after a loss, but is that really realistic? We all accumulate losses and experience grief and mourning throughout our lives even as society has pushed us to limit how we cope with it and how we help others. Come learn new information on how we can support ourselves and others who are hurting, and how loss, grief, and mourning can be survived.
Meditation is a mystery to many in the western world. It's common for people to have a wide range of ideas, opinions, and misconceptions related to meditation that can make it seem difficult and unapproachable.
Meditation is a simple mental focus exercise that can have powerful effects in your daily life. Enroll in this class and learn practical tools, tips, and techniques to start and/or maintain a meditation practice that works for you.
Most of us are aware of the power and value of an "attitude of gratitude." Yet, many of us get so consumed in the busy-ness of everyday life and sometimes forget to cultivate an attitude of gratitude and sincere appreciation.
Cultivating gratitude is a technique that requires very little effort and can improve the quality of your relationships, contribute to your happiness, improve your health, help you be more optimistic and increase your productivity.
Come to this class and experience a "gratitude adjustment" as you learn several techniques to harness the power of gratitude and appreciation.
Join author and freelance writer Colleen J. Pallamary on a journey of self-discovery. Learn how to cultivate an Attitude of Gratitude by tapping into nature and exploring the muse that resides in each and every one of us. Who and what are we grateful for? Ever put that feeling down on paper? Learn simple techniques for starting and keeping a Gratitude Journal. No prior writing experience required- just a willingness to learn the power of your own words.
Our hands and feet are home to literally thousands of nerve endings and almost 70 acupuncture points, which is why Reflexology is so effective. By massaging and stimulating specific areas on the soles of our feet and palms of our hands we can provide general support for our entire body, improve sleep patterns, and increase physical and mental well being. In this class and you will learn the basics of Reflexology including the zones in the hands and feet, what regions in the body they represent, and techniques to work on your own hands and feet.
Note: Students must be able to lean forward towards their feet or sit upright and bring their ankle to their thigh.
Course #: NAT125 | Room:Room 2 Day of Week | Date | Time:Th | 11/14/2024 | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Seats Available:14 Supply Fee: $7. All fees payable to the instructor on the first date of class.
Essential oils can enhance so many areas of daily life. They're often used for immune support, relaxation and sleep, stress relief, emotional balance, skin care, respiratory health, green cleaning, and even muscle tension and pain. In this class, participants will learn about the history of essential oils, how essential oils are produced, how to use essential oils safely, and common methods of use. Participants will also learn how to create a more natural, healthy lifestyle with essential oils.
Course #: NAT143 | Room:Studio 3 Day of Week | Date | Time:Th | 11/21/2024 | 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Seats Available:6 Supply Fee: $3. All fees payable to the instructor on the first date of class.
Vibrational Medicine is an ancient therapeutic practice, 'bathing' the listener in sound waves and vibrations produced by various instruments. Gong Flow, Rhythm Harps, Healing Drums, Tibetan Bowls, Vocals and various acoustics. The program will conclude with a group planetary meditation.
Note: Please bring a yoga mat, blanket or meditation cushion.
Where did you come from? In this course you will learn how family behaviors, values, beliefs and so much more are passed down among generations, for better or worse. You will learn how this happens environmentally and genetically in my presentation, and how our personal history and the times our families grew up in impact all subsequent generations. You will then use a personal genogram to diagram and decipher how three generations of your family history have impacted your in your life. You will document the individuals in your family system, their stories, experiences, heartaches and successes. Come explore how this has impacted you, and what you can do to help yourself heal from family wounds, and pass down family treasures.
A presentation explaining the history of Forest Bathing, the benefits of, and practical advice to get started. Wear comfortable shoes, as we will take them off.
Course #: TRA163 | Room:Room 4 Day of Week | Date | Time:W | 12/11/2024 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Seats Available:8
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If class is cancelled by the participant because of COVID positive results, there will still be a processing fee incurred by the participant.
Your living environment has a direct and profound impact on your health. Older adults who live in retirement communities typically have amenities, services and opportunities to support healthy aging. On Top of the World is a shining example of this. On Top of the World’s amenities connect residents with fitness, recreation, social, intellectual and environmental pursuits. Studies demonstrate that older adults who are active in their communities experience a host of health benefits including decreased risk for high blood pressure, heart disease, depression, anxiety and improved cognitive function.
