NEWS RELEASE

                                                   News Release

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 29,2011

For more information contact:
Steve Grady CAS1
15403 Grand Av.
Lake Elsinore, Ca 92503
951-345-2028
sgrady.krs@verizon.net

     Raising awareness about at risk children in Lake Elsinore

           LAKE ELSINORE CA- On June 24, 2011, from 9:00 a.m.

until 12:00 p.m., Awaken to the Possibilities and Kids R Special will

be teaming up to bring awareness to the Lake Elsinore community

about at risk children. There will be food and drinks provided for all

who attend. This event will include speaker and expert on at risk

youth Otis Johnson. Information on parenting, anger resolution

techniques, substance abuse, life skills, and many safe alternatives

will be presented.

              This is a great opportunity to learn how to recognize

warning signs, and finding out many ways of avoiding and

preventing at risk behaivior and gathering useful

information. Brochures and referral lists will be available

for those seeking help. Parent help group and support information

will also be available. This is a free event.

                 Please RSVP to Steve Grady at Awaken to the

Possibilities at 951-345-2028 by June 15, 2011 to reserve a seat.

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Free Writing

Free write for 7-10 minutes. Do not stop to think, do not edit. If you cannot think of anything to write, write “I cannot think of anything to write” until something else comes to mind. The exercise here is to get your creative pathways unblocked.

I set my alarm for 10 minutes and this is what I got :)

Today started out awesome. I woke up and took a nice deep breathe and was grateful for it knowing it was the best day of my life. Today and everyday for awhile now, I realize that today is the only day I will really evewr have.This was a beautiful realization. From there I needed to remember the top things on my gratitude list for my day. Then on to centering myself and some meditation. I am sitting here with my dogs now, just me and them. My daughter is spending the night at her best friends house for a birthday party. I bet she is having fun. Was just training my dogs a little and playing with them before I started writing. One is still sitting at my feet now. I really miss the chaos when my daughter is not here. She is a blast and we have a lot of fun together. We were both at the dog training class together last night. Our pitbull was really scared and another dog growled at him. Thank god he isn't an aggressive pit. I can't think of anything to write. I am thirsty though and can't wait till my alarm goes off so I can go get a drink. I can't think

Inspiration for my daily life

Where do you seek inspiration in your daily life? How can you apply that inspiration to your writing? Does your inspiration guide your writing style? Does your writing style block your inspiration?

I seek inspiration in my daily life though a few things I m diligent with on a daily basis. When I wake before doing anything else I always take note of a handful of things I am grateful for. I know that when I am in gratitude there is acceptance and therefore peace and joy in my day. I also get inspired though meditation which is the second thing I always do. From there the result of these bring other things that inspire me. I become loving which brings love. I tend to be kind and hopefully bring a smile to peoples faces I come across during the day which brings kindness in return. Another thing that inspires me is seeing growth in those around me, knowing that every moment our world is becoming a better place to share.

I am still trying to figure out how to apply this to my writing as I am not much of a writer. The thoughts come alot faster than I can type. If I speak these thoughts they often sound real good, but if they don't come out immediately I forget them before I can get them typed. I think in a way my inspiration does guide my writing style. My writing style does not block my inspiration as inspiration comes from within. I believe that my inspiration is part of my passion which cannot be blocked by anything.

Bio

Steve Grady is life coach and hypnotherapist with back ground training in the substance abuse and anger therapy fields. He is a Holistic Practitioner graduate from Southwest Institute of Healing Arts in 2011 He has worked here in the school district and in the juvenile detention center since 2007 to help adolesants overcome many obstacles in their lives. As Owner of Awaken to the Possibilities, he believes that we all have the power within to create a more fulfilling life for ourselves.
He has overcome many adversities in his life including deaths, alcoholism, and degenerative disc disease. Through divine guidance, meditation, affirmations, and through complete belief and faith in the power within he lives a healthy and serene life.
His goal is to guide others in this same proccess, to grow, heal, and achieve goals without any judgement of each and every individuals journey. He seeks to bring about awareness and guidance to help as many find the freedom, happiness, and serenity he has tapped into in his own life. He believes in your dreams and knows that your life can reach limits beyond anything you've imagined.

Assignment for NC 310

Depression is one of the most common types of mental disorders. It affects about 340 million people worldwide. Depression occurs in all age groups, social classes, and cultures. It is very important to distinguish between situational depression (which is a normal reaction to events around us), and clinical depression, also called endogenous depression (which is triggered from within and is not related to external situations).　

Some more common symptoms of depression are a sullen mood, feelings of hopelessness, guilt, and anxiety, losing interest in things that used to be interesting, change in appetite and sleeping patterns, inability to concentrate, and a lack of energy.
　
These are the　neurotransmitters that　are directly　linked to depression. Dopamine, which is most commonly known for its relationship to feelings of pleasure or desire, but is also involved in body movement, memory, and attention. And　Serotonin, which has been linked to mood/emotion, anxiety, sleep, and appetite.　Epinephrine (adrenaline), which when depleted can cause low energy, poor sleeping and eating patterns, which in turn cause depression. GABA (gamma-amino butyric acid) has an inhibitor effect on the nervous system. When the GABA receptors are activated it causes a relaxing sedative effect. More on these later.
　
There are medications that will temporarily mask the symptoms of depression. But an analysis published by British researchers in February 2008 suggested that many commonly prescribed anti-depressant medications have limited effectiveness.
　
The unstated assumption of most conventional strategies is that mind and body function separately. However, current science shows that just the opposite is true. the multiple systems of mind and body communicate and interact with each other in a complex web of biochemical, hormonal, and metabolic relationships. Even distant organs such as the brain, thyroid gland, adrenal gland,　kidneys, liver, ect... all interact, and in important ways, function effectively as one.
As part of the diet plan I would include doing these.

Exercise :  One of the most effective and inexpensive ways to combat depression is with regular exercise. There is no better method than regular aerobic exercise or a go for a good brisk early morning walk (This will also give you your daily dose of sunshine necessary). It is recommended that thirty minutes of continuous activity, for at least five days a week to get best results.
Stimulants : Avoid stimulants such as drugs (wether over the counter or recreational), alcohol, and coffee, as these substances may provide a temporary sense of relief, but are likely to intensify depression to dangerous levels if used regularly.

Meditation :  Meditation is perhaps the best way to address the root of depression and change it. This requires a long term commitment, as meditation does not produce immediate results, but can have lasting results if continued.Laughter : That’s right, lots of laughter. Laughing releases positive feelings in the brain which leads to mood elevation. Read a funny book, watch a funny movie, tell jokes, or just go back and remember funny events in your life. The more you laugh, the better you’ll feel.

Friends :  Social interaction is very important to a persons feelings of contentment. Go out to dinner with people you know well and are comfortable with or even take them to watch that funny movie with you.

Aromatherapy :  Candles have been considered effective in lifting depression. Rosemary, lavender, and jasmine are all effective depression smells. Besides candles, there are oils or you can take a scented bath. You feel better and everything smells good. Now for the meat and potatoes (so to speak)Endorphins are created naturally in our system using the vitamins and minerals we feed our body. Pretty simple, nutrition is key for improving levels of Dopamine, Serotonin, Epinephrine, and GABA which are key for our feel good (we all want to feel good.
Essential nutrients for these are Tryptophan, L-Carnitine, B vitamins, Omega-3 Essential fatty acid, Tyrosine, Betaine, Coenzyme Q10, Adenosine, and Magnesium.

The diet plan J Understanding and using food’s tremendous power puts you in the position to create your own antidepressant prescription. Eating good food can be work, but it is the only long term solution.

In this diet plan I would include :
Brown Rice, contains vitamins B1, B3, and folic acid. Brown rice is a low glycemic food, which means it releases glucose into the bloodstream gradually. This prevents sugar lows and mood swings. Instant varieties of rice do not offer these benefits, so avoid them.

Turkey or Chicken, Beans or even Cashews, all of which are high in tryptophan. A couple of handfuls of cashews will treat the body for depression, naturally, just like the drug prozac. Also walnuts and flaxseeds.

Mackerel, Salmon and Brazil Nuts, contain Selenium, a mineral linked to upbeat moods. Seafood is essential for keeping our brain functioning properly. Increased intake of seafood leads to greater sense of happiness and more energy.

Wheat Germ, this is a good source of Phenylalanine which is an important amino acid found in the brain and blood plasma that can convert in the body to Tyrosine, which in turn is used to synthesize Dopamine. Bananas are a good source of this also.

Fruits and Vegetables, LOTS OF FRUITS AND VEGETABLES. Here are a few.

Peas, which are rich in Thiamin (B1), which is an important mood influencer.

Watermelon, which is fat free and loaded with vitamins A, B6, and C. B6 is used to manufacture neurotransmitters such as serotonin and dopamine. Vitamin C also gives your body the ability to absorb the Iron it needs to fight fatigue, which can lessen depression. Citrus fruits like oranges and grapefruits also.

Beets, are a good source of Betaine, which is an antidepressant of the first order. Betaine acts as a stimulant for the production od SAM-e. The body cannot do without SAM-e which it produces. SAM-e is directly related to the production of serotonin and dopamine.

Blueberries, blackberries, cranberries, strawberries, spinach, garlic, are all good antioxidant foods. Also don’t forget your salads.

Last but not least, remember that it’s ok to have a little chocolate. Chocolate is known to be a comfort food and at times trigger the happy hormones and reduce depression. Chocolate contains magnesium and phenylethamine, which lift spirits. Just don’t over do it with the chocolate.

Nutritional Changes In My Life

In the last 12 weeks I have learned so much about nutrition. As a result I now look at labels everytime before throwing anything in my cart. My daughter and I have been eating alot more fresh fruits and vegetables. I now keep organic soymilk in my refrigerater and hardly eat meat anymore. I have also changed my cooking habits and we do alot of stir fry these days.

I am looking forward to a healthier life for myself and my daughter as we take the next step in our spiritual growth through nutrition. This class has definately had a tremendous impact on us both. I am hoping I will be able to pass this knowledge on to many others seeking to improve thier lives and believe this will be a great tool to add with my other education for the benefit of helping others in achieving fulfillment.

Week 11