You can use your body and therefore your subconscious mind to quiet your conscious mind. The conscious mind is the part that thinks, plans, reviews, raises doubts and criticism. The conscious mind is the producer of the “monkey mind,” the stream of random thoughts that seem constantly present. There are many ways to mute, at least partially, the chattering mind, including traditional meditation and focusing on the breath. Listening to music, saying mantras, repeating simple prayers and … [Read more...] about Using Your Body to Focus Your Mind
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Putting Together Your Startup Business Plan
A startup business plan can be intimidating. It can also be time consuming, monotonous and difficult. All this is because you have to think. You have to carefully think through every step of starting your company so you can prepare for success. A good business plan is clear and concise. Explaining to your audience what it is you plan to do requires much thought. Otherwise, your idea, product or service remains with you and will seldom reach your intended market. Begin with your Mission and … [Read more...] about Putting Together Your Startup Business Plan
Understanding Sensorineural Hearing Loss, or Nerve Deafness
Hearing loss is described in types and degrees of loss. The type of hearing loss is determined by the location of the dysfunction. The degree of loss is determined by how much power is needed to hear sound. The ear is divided into the outer ear, middle ear and inner ear. This article is an introduction to the anatomy and function of the inner ear organ and the hearing loss that may originate in this area. Inner Ear Anatomy The inner ear is made up of the cochlea and the vestibular … [Read more...] about Understanding Sensorineural Hearing Loss, or Nerve Deafness
NAU’s Teachers Academy is Bringing Skilled Instructors to Arizona Classrooms
The start of a new academic year is always exciting, but this year the Northern Arizona University Teachers Academy brings even more to celebrate. We are offering a new pathway to bring teachers into Arizona classrooms, and providing a way for those teachers to follow their dreams tuition-free or with low cost options. Under the NAU Teachers Academy that Governor Ducey launched last year, we have established “Grow Your Own” partnerships that allow local school districts to host future … [Read more...] about NAU’s Teachers Academy is Bringing Skilled Instructors to Arizona Classrooms
3D Imaging Providing Less Radiation, Better Reads, Enhanced Experience
As a Radiologic Technologist for more than 14 years, I am excited by the pace at which technology and innovation in health care is moving. One of those state-of-the-art innovations in the world of orthopedic imaging is the CBCT (Cone Beam Computed Tomography) Extremity System. This technology allows orthopedic surgeons to get a 3D image of knees, arms, hands and feet at the point of care, allowing for diagnosis and treatment planning in one visit. As a technologist, I can appreciate all the … [Read more...] about 3D Imaging Providing Less Radiation, Better Reads, Enhanced Experience
Jump Up and Down on the Table and Scream
This month is the five-year anniversary of my stepping away from being a full-time corporate CEO and starting my career as a professor and Executive in Residence at Northern Arizona University. Five years ago, I wondered how I would stay current on what was happening in corporate America, so that I could continue to teach as a qualified and informed practitioner. I’m extremely fortunate in that not only do I get to teach, but I have the opportunity to sit on a number of boards, while also … [Read more...] about Jump Up and Down on the Table and Scream
Promising Pennies from Heaven
Summer is the time when many of us think about vacations, sitting by the pool, hanging out with friends, maybe a trip to the river. It’s not a time when most of us are thinking about taxes and tax returns. But then, the letter hits your mailbox. Whether it was overlooked income or something you thought would never come back to haunt you, the IRS says you owe more taxes. And penalties. And interest. You don’t have the money, so you ignore the letter. Never really a good choice, but many people do … [Read more...] about Promising Pennies from Heaven
Flagstaff Needs to Strategically Accommodate Growth
Hello, Flagstaff! It’s July, which means Council is on recess until August. I thought now might be an appropriate time to look back at what we’ve accomplished and where we’re going. When I ran for office in 2016, I was asked what the biggest problem facing Flagstaff was. I said at the time it was undoubtedly the cost of living and I still believe that to be true. Any thriving community is one where workers and families can afford to live. Communities are safer when police, firefighters … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Needs to Strategically Accommodate Growth
Helping Seniors Prepare for Natural Disasters
Like anything in life, preparedness can make all the difference when various circumstances come about. Acknowledging what potential dangers could occur for your family members and loved ones at their homes is a great place to start, and then devising a plan should follow next. Below are some simple strategies to implement into the homes of anyone you care about. Create an Emergency Network Create an emergency network of family, neighbors, friends, professional caregivers, law enforcement, … [Read more...] about Helping Seniors Prepare for Natural Disasters
Sales Mind/ Don’t Get Sold
Since January 2017, I’ve been investing in education to expand my practice from working with individuals to groups in various ways. Along the way, I’ve been exposed to/been trained in some sales techniques. It is amazing that once I learned the techniques I see them everywhere. Some are obvious while others are less so. They are most effective when they connect primarily at the emotional, not the logical, level. A common method is to create the feeling of scarcity with limited time and/or … [Read more...] about Sales Mind/ Don’t Get Sold