Dear
Reader,
"To push nor not to push", that is the question. As I sense into the heaviness of the energy of stress, anxiety and fear in the world, I feel the need to plow through...to push forward. Instead, I dance, settle into yoga and finally into stillness. In the stillness I find no stress, anxiety or fear. My shoulders relax, I let go of having "to complete", having to accomplish, having to be perfect and I allow myself to be. In this moment there is no fear or anxiety, just total peace and calm. I invite you to find your way to stillness.
Many Blessings,
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| Anxiety and Stimulation |
Last week I attended a wonderful networking event, yet found my nervous system being strung out by too much noise, information and people in general. Now, I'm not antisocial, but I know when my nervous system needs a break. Highly stimulating environments can create an overload on our nervous systems, some more than others due to a higher sensitivity. Learn to balance an over stimulating environment or situation by taking a break. Here are a few ideas to get you thinking of the perfect breaks for you.....1) hot bath 2) meditation 3) walk 4) watching the sun set 5) sitting under a tree 6) cooking.
Feel the anxiety melt away.
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Anxiety and Nutrition
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To find calmness and peace, it's important to take care of our neurotransmitters by maintaining a balanced diet. Protein is a must to activate "feel good" hormones such as serotonin and endorphins. Also, don't forget to include fruits, veggies, whole grains and avoid sugar. Our neurotransmitters pass information from neurons to other cells. They are our biochemical messengers that define our emotional well being. We can begin to take care of them by feeding them well. Combine a good diet with 8 hours of sleep and you have a winner!
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| September Calendar |
 September 12th 10:30am-5:30pm Emerging Personal Power Playshop
Welcome to the new energy of the Fall, and a renewed commitment to you, your body and voice. Please join me for a Playshop at the Blue Sky Collective on Saturday, September 12, 2009 10:30am-5:30pm- EMERGING PERSONAL POWER: A Playshop in Learning to Listen to the Body's Wisdom Using Sound and Movement, co-taught by Sandy Enke, Nia Blue Belt Instructor, and Sally Bonkrude, Board Certified Music Therapist and Author of the book "Conscious Performing: From Fear to Freedom." Pre-registration available online at www.positiveinnerchange.com.
This is an excellent playshop for those who want to deepen with movement and sound to access one's own authenticity in life, career, relationship, and whatever goals you want to achieve.
September 13th -19th-26th 12:30pm-3:30pm If You Can Talk You Can Sing.....Beginning Voice
Discover the singer within at Colorado Free University, East Denver, near 1st and Quebec! Enjoy uncovering the voice that's uniquely yours through playing with breathing techniques, vocal agility, improvisation and movement. You'll surprise yourself with newfound energy, inner confidence and a more powerful speaking voice. Sally Bonkrude has been a member of the National Association of Singers for years, has taught voice for over 20 years, and has also performed nationally as a children's performer. She is energetic, fun, funny, and sure to put you at ease. Contact: www.freeu.com
September 15th 9:00am-11:30am Rockley's Music, "Develop Confident Performers in 2 Minutes or Less
Join Sally at Rockley's Music located at 8555 W Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80215. Sally will present her workshop from 9-11. Add to your teaching tool box, a dozen lesson tips to create fearless performers. Experience 6 ways to use improvisation to build confidence and sparkle, plus much more. Book Signing, Q&A, Treats and Drawing from 11:00-11:30. If you are a music teacher, this is a "must attend" event!
September 19th 9:00am-5:00pm Conscious Performance Workshop
Come to Colorado Springs at 2209 W. Colorado Ave, the Celebration Conscious Living Store for a day of inspirational development in presenting the true you, on stage and off. Discover how to stay present and impactful as you relate your message through speaking or art. We will improvise, breath, sing, move, play and connect.
September 22nd 6:00pm-9:00pm Scared Speechless, Strategies for Successful Speaking
Speaking to a group, large or small, when done well, is a skill that can put you ahead in business and life. For those with any level of speaking anxiety, there is nothing worse than the dread of public speaking. If you experience dry mouth, panic, pounding heart, blank mind, sweaty or cold hands, frozenness, shakiness, or just want to avoid speaking, this class is for you. Practice how to use breath to relieve anxiety and quiet inner mind chatter. Experience how to charge your body to feel vibrantly alive, embodied, and ready to speak powerfully and authentically.. Get tips for staying present in your body and ways to release fears, anxiety, negative beliefs, and judgments. Contact: www.freeu.com
Coming soon.......
More "Performance Training Groups" .....All speakers, pianists, and singers call to be on the list for groups forming now.
Need more information: Call Sally 303-717-9580
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Think stillness, take a breath,
Sally Bonkrude, MA, LPC, MT-BC
Positive Interchange |
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| Anxiety Relief for Children |
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Sally is now offering
In-Service Teacher Training
Parent Organization Presentations
Individual Counseling
for Children with anxiety disorders
Sally Bonkrude's Workshops and Presentations are interactive and jam packed with tools and techniques to create a classroom or home that is calm, relaxed and conducive to positive learning and play.
How to shift the energy in a room from chaos to calm.
How to create an environment that is stress resistance
How to calm a child or group that is emotionally out of control
How to detect a child that should be referred for professional help
Workshops and presentations can be customized to meet your unique needs.......and I come to you! Fees are negotiable and depend on the group size, length of the presentation, location, etc.
Sally Bonkrude is an innovative presenter, author of Conscious Performing from fear to freedom, Board Certified Music Therapist and Licensed Professional counselor. Sally specializes in helping children and adults overcome fear and anxiety.
For more information call Sally at 303-717-9580
Certificate for on-going clock hour credits available for training
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