I sat with the beautiful Valonda Calloway on the My Carolina Today show and we talked briefly about the concept of Body Placement and what that all means.
Body Placement! Oooh, it sounds so mysterious, doesn’t it?
First, I must say that Body Placement is a term I use to illustrate the importance of where you place your body. Often times we’re not fully conscious of why we find ourselves in any given place. We just do what we do and go where we go. Not a lot of forethought is given as to why, we just do it, right?
On a good day, you might ask yourself the question, should I go here or should I go there. The true power lives in that sweet spot within from which you ask the question.
Let’s look at Body Placement for a minute.
First of all it is one “component” of five within a tool we call The P3 Circles of Life™.
The P3 Circles of Life™ are The Spiritual Self” where vision and purpose lives, "The Emotional Self" where thoughts feelings and emotions reside and "The Physical Self" where “Image, Organization, Health and Nutrition, Body Placement and Time Management live.
We have determined that this tool is most effective when all circles are in congruency. Without vision, thought and body alignment and congruency , we’re simply meandering through life hoping and wishing for fleeting moments of focus and bliss.
So it’s critical that you find your purpose, get your emotions in check to be in alignment with vision and take the necessary actions which are given to you in the physical self.
Now, open the door to discuss The Physical Self; aspect, Body Placement.
If you are clear about vision, and your emotions are in alignment with the vision, you can now ask yourself a few questions:
Who will aid in fostering my vision?
Who can elevate me to be a high achiever in my vision?
Who can call me to be greater than I know myself to be?
Where do I need to find myself going day in and day out?
What activities do I engage myself in?
What organizations shall I associate myself with?
What company shall I keep?
Who shall I find myself mingling with?
What activities shall I eliminate that are out of alignment with my vision?
These are just a few questions that will begin to dictate your body placement. Once you start strategically placing your body in areas of alignment, you’ll find life is much more fulfilling and rewarding.
Give it a try! But first know your vision, know yourself and be true to your authentic self.
Feel free to contact me directly for your P3 Power Session where we will begin the journey of discovery. It will be the best 60 minutes of your life. Remember, body placement is all about “alignment”.
Lisa Thomas is a Vision and Life Support Coach, Visionary for Women and Inspirational Speaker. Please contact her at Lisa@TheP3Group.com or 910 221 9294 or 704 909 7663. Visit the website at http://www.TheP3Group.com
Laughter can reduce stress and pain. If you are dealing with an illness or going through a tough time in your life, laughing can help to boost your mood and improve your immune system.
It can also create bonds with people, which is also good for your health. When you are laughing, you are most likely not thinking about the pain or suffering you are experiencing for a few moments. Although if you have certain types of pain, such as sore stomach muscles or pain related to surgery, laughing may make it worse. I’ve laughed so hard one time that my stomach hurt the next day. It felt as if I did a bunch of stomach crunches.
Laughing is especially good for emotional pain. It can help to boost your mood and connect with other people. It can take your mind off of negative things for the time being.
Here are a few ways to get some good laughs.
Watch a funny movie.
Read a good joke book or look for some funny jokes online.
Think about something embarrassing that happened to you in the past. It may not have been funny when it happened, but maybe you can look back on those moments now and have a good laugh. For example, did you ever go out with the price tag still on your clothes? Did you ever walk out of a public restroom with a tail made out of toilet paper? I once had a coworker who showed up at work with two different shoes on and she didn’t realize it until she got to the office. We both couldn’t stop laughing for awhile. Sometimes we do silly and embarrassing things, but looking back on them can give us a good chuckle.
Go to a comedy club or watch stand up comedians on television.
Go online and go to YouTube and look up some old funny clips of tv shows that you used to watch. You can also find a variety of funny things to look at on YouTube.
Spend some time with funny people that you know. Do you know someone who is always joking around and making people laugh? Call them on the phone for a few good laughs or invite them over and enjoy their company.
Bring out your inner child. Do things that you wouldn’t expect to do as an adult. If you are able to, you could jump rope, play hide and seek with your significant other or your own children, play a game of hopscotch, run through a sprinkler. I’m sure those things you did as a child will make you laugh if you do them as an adult.
Dress up in silly hats, wigs or clothes. Do you have any old and outdated clothes? Dress yourself up in something funny and make other people laugh as well. You don’t have to wear it out, just around the house for a few laughs.
Don’t be afraid to let loose and get downright silly. Everyone has their own sense of humor and things that they find to be funny. Make up silly things off the top of your head. Try to write your own jokes, even if they don’t make sense.
Read the comics in the newspaper.
Have you ever gotten into a fight with someone and either of you used humor as a way to resolve the fight? Laughter can reduce anger and stress and can help you to get along better with others.
Whatever it is that you decide to do to get yourself laughing, remember that by laughing you are doing your body and mind a lot of good. So go ahead and enjoy a few good laughs!
Alyssa Russo is a freelance writer who believes that “tough situations don’t last, but tough people do.” She also knows how to enjoy a good laugh!
Lori Ann Moscato and her husband Robert Moscato, Jr. are the Founders the Pay It Forward Fertility Foundation, while Lori currently serves as the foundation’s chair.
Lori was born and raised in Connecticut and in 1995 Lori and her family moved to North Carolina. She attended Meredith College and in 1999 graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and a concentration in Marketing. Lori has always had a passion for healthcare and a love for helping others. After graduating Lori joined GlaxoSmithKline as a pharmaceutical sales representative. She had an exciting career in sales, marketing and professional relations. Shortly after Lori’s second child was born she became a stay at home mom.
Lori and Rob struggled with infertility for 2 years before going to the North Carolina Center for Reproductive Medicine. Dr. Sameh K. Toma diagnosed Lori with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome commonly know as PCOS. After the first round of in-vitro fertilization Lori became pregnant and conceived Sophia in 2007. To everyone’s surprise Lori got pregnant naturally just 4 months after Sophia was born and Ryan was born in 2008.
In December 2008 Lori and Rob decided they wanted to “pay it forward” and help other families who are struggling with infertility and the exorbitant costs associated with treatment so they started the Pay It Forward Fertility Foundation is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization. The Pay It Forward Fertility Foundation was created to give hope to people who want to build a family. The goal of the organization is to educate , create awareness, and provide financial assistance.
Visit www.PayitForwardFertility.org for more information.
Imagine meeting someone who bubbles over with fire about helping others, has a charming personality and breathes new life into the word “vision”. I couldn’t wait to sit down with her to experience what many women are desperately trying to find - Purpose. This P3 Pearl is Lori Moscato.
Lori is truly a P3 Pearl, she has the uncanny and uncommon ability to give over to life as it is happening, yet stand for something extraordinary in the process. Most of us have wanted something so desperately that we never consider giving into life while allowing things to unfold naturally. We choose instead to take matters into our own hands. We push and prod and rush, to no avail. But Lori, a truly brave soul did just that. She surrendered to life and let it happen in its own way and in its own time.
Lori and her husband Rob had trouble conceiving and went through several rounds of fertility treatments. After much patience and incredible faith she conceived a daughter, Sophia and months later on their own a son. Filled with gratitude, Lori and Rob wanted to find a way to give back. It was in that very moment that inspiration ignited within Lori.
As you listen in, you’ll hear how quickly Lori’s inspiration became an idea which became a foundation. Lori candidly gives new meaning to the word “hope” and the phrase “sweet surrender.” Most wonder how those words can live in the same sentence, but Lori tells us how. She shares her best advice and what she knows for sure.
Sit back and enjoy this interview with Lori Moscato. From thought to concept to reality, Lori is the epitome of vision made real.
As women, we are usually the caretakers of our families. Husbands, children, elderly parents, and sometimes other family members depend upon us to help them with their daily needs. Employers expect us to fulfill our job requirements. The demands that are made upon us often leave us with little time to take care of our own needs. We become emotionally stressed and physically exhausted, and our health suffers as a result.
We must become proactive in taking care of ourselves, and our own emotional and physical health must become a priority. As women, we must educate ourselves about what we must do to retain our own optimal well-being. Our attitudes and actions can determine whether we struggle through life or enjoy a vital, healthy and rewarding existence.
Having a regular healthcare provider in whom you have confidence is an important first step, but educating yourself on health issues that may affect you can alert you to early warning signs that may need addressed before your yearly checkup is due, or you have an emotional breakdown. Research women’s health issues online, or through non-profit and government agencies.
Bring research material with you when you visit your physician, and be prepared to ask questions. And ask lots of questions! You may want to know about the prescriptions your doctor gives: Is there a suitable generic? What side effects may you expect? Is there an alternative treatment that does not involve medication? You may want to ask about follow-up treatments, the length of recovery time that may be expected, or other issues concerning your health. A quality physician will take time to explain the results of tests, procedures and treatment options thoroughly, and answer any questions that you may have.
Being proactive in your health care involves more than just having a yearly physical check-up, and making healthy diet and lifestyle choices. We must take responsibility for our own emotional health. Having a positive mental attitude and managing stress in a healthy way has powerful anti-aging effects on our bodies.
Stress is a part of life that we can’t avoid but we can either allow it to manifest itself with physical and emotional symptoms, or we can take control of the situation when people, events, and situations make excessive demands upon us. Setting realistic goals and determining whether there is anything we can do to change the situation can keep stress from taking over our lives. Don’t sweat the small stuff, just let it slide! Prioritize responsibilities instead of becoming overwhelmed with too much to do, and don’t be afraid to say no when you already have a full schedule.
Take a few minutes every day to de-stress! Physical exercise is known to relieve stress. A simple walk in the park will do, you don’t need to run a marathon! Take a long, hot soak in the tub with your favorite bath oil after the kids are in bed. Whatever it is that relaxes you, set aside a time each day when you can indulge in your favorite tension-relieving pastime.
Our soul, our inner essence, is unique to each of us and requires nurturing to remain healthy. It is our self-awareness, and defines the values by which we think, feel, and live. Spiritual health can be found by tapping into a source of energy that brings us love, hope, optimism and empowerment. Whatever our religious beliefs are, spirituality and physical health are linked. A healthy spirit can reduce depression and self-destructive behaviors (smoking, drug and alcohol dependence, and suicide for example), boost the immune system, and create a more satisfying life.
By having a proactive attitude about our physical, mental, and spiritual health we can create healthier and more fulfilling lives for ourselves and may also inspire our family, especially our daughters, to adopt this attitude for themselves.
J.E. Davidson is self-employed as a secondhand goods merchant and writer, married with four adult children and many grandchildren
