Am I Hungry? What to Do When Diets Don’t Work
Have you tried diets only to find that weight returns? If you are convinced that diets don’t work, you’ll find this common sense and intuitive approach to food a welcome gift to yourself. Psychologist, professor, and wellness specialist, Dr. Lori Boothroyd, guides a fresh approach to a lifestyle that supports your weight loss goals while enjoying food. Using the “Am I Hungry” curriculum (text included), you’ll explore many factors that influence what we eat, how we move, and the weight we carry. Learn about eating cycles, energy production, motion, and mindfulness; and gain realistic and ready-to-use strategies. Register for the 8-week program at a savings; or for 4-week segments.
Part I: Get a Jump-Start
(prerequisite for Part II)
4 Mon., Oct. 5-26, 5:30-7 p.m.
Cost for Part I: $210
Code: 5741
Part II: Maintain Your Momentum
4 Mon., Nov. 2-23, 5:30-7 p.m.
Cost for Part II: $165
University Center Rm. 218
Code: 5743
Instructor: Lori Boothroyd
Save $10 when you register for both at once: $365
Balancing Your Energy Portfolio:
Personal Stock in Vitality
Do you find yourself overwhelmed, losing energy, or isolated as a result of your responsibilities? You can change the way you view, invest in, and protect your vigor and health. A positive impact on your life is guaranteed! In the first session you will use successful (and fun) tools to identify your energy deficits, maximize personal assets, and create your own self-nurturance portfolio. The 2nd week you will balance your energy savings account. Through lively and practical techniques, you will learn to recognize energy transfer, control energy loss, and tap into the “universal energy bank”. Chocolate therapy provided.
2 Thurs., Oct. 1 & 8, 6-8:30 p.m.
University Center Rm. 217
Instructors: Barbara Disborough
& MaryPat Randall
Cost: $59 Code: 5744
Realize Your Dreams
Get ready to realize your goals and dreams whether it’s a once in a lifetime vacation, weight loss, or a new career. Discover a simplified strategy for identifying and achieving what you want in life. Learn to identify your goals, hopes, and dreams; picture them as you would like them to look when achieved; and create a book representing your aspirations. Gain the knowledge and inspiration to make positive changes and get what you want in life, love, and work!
2 Thurs., Sept. 24 & Oct. 1, 6-8:30 p.m.
Beckett Rm. 215
Instructor: Marsha Barber Clark
Cost: $49 Code: 5747
Writing Stories of Loss:
Healing through Heart and Pen
Explore the power of writing as part of the healing process in this half-day workshop designed and guided by grief counselor and life story writer, Kathryn Holl. In a relaxed environment, you’ll explore different techniques for creating important memorial pieces. Discover the importance of writing, gain practical tools for refining your work, create at least one piece, and if you like, share your work with others. Bring a notebook and pen.
Sat., Sept. 26, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Oleson Center Rm. 112
Instructor: Kathryn Holl
Cost: $45 Code: 5752
Hypnotherapy for Smoking Cessation
Are you ready to walk away from smoking? You can stop smoking without the use of punishing methods. Hypnotherapy will allow you to be a successful clean air breather while helping you develop a positive attitude and sense of healthy well-being. Many have completely stopped smoking with just one session. The three sessions help you learn to use self hypnosis as a powerful tool that you can continue to use to assist you in meeting your goals. It’s safe, comfortable, inexpensive, and very effective. Bring a blanket or yoga mat if you like.
3 Tues., Nov. 10-24, 6-8 p.m.
Oleson Center Rm. C
Instructor: Amelia Hasenohrl
Cost: $85 Code: 5753
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Health Education Institute
The Institute is a collaborative partnership between Munson Healthcare and Northwestern Michigan College that seeks to respond to changing needs of the community in relevant and timely ways. The courses offered under the HEI umbrella are intended to enhance your healthy lifestyle by providing ready-to-use skills and information. For directions, call the NMC-EES office at 995-1700.
My Feet Hurt (and Knees, and Hips)—
What You Need to Know about Your Feet
Do you have painful feet? Low back pain? Hip or knee problems? Dr. Janet Messerschmidt guides this informative workshop to help you better understand foot mechanics and identify source areas for lower extremity and back pain. You’ll learn the structure and function of the foot and how to reduce pain and potentially prevent back, knee, and hip problems. You’ll get useful exercises to improve function and build your own orthotic as a practical learning tool. Ask for supply list when registering.
Tues., Nov. 3, 6:30-9 p.m.
Oleson Center Rm. A
Instructor: Janet Messerschmidt, D.O.
Cost: $25 Code: 5754
Learning to Live Alone
Navigating life after the loss of a spouse can be a challenge. You’ve had to become the manager and doer in areas that are outside your areas of comfort and routine. This 5-week series is designed to provide information and confidence as you learn essential skills for this new chapter in your life. Each week has a specific focus with a guest instructor. You’ll gain the most by taking all sessions but you can enroll in individual sessions. Offered in partnership with Munson Hospice.
Sept. 24: Creating a New Life
(Nancy Ballinger) . . . . . Code: 5756
Oct. 1: Home Maintenance Essentials
(Joe Brown). . . . . Code: 5758
Oct. 8: Cooking for One
(Laura McCain) . . . . . Code: 5759
Oct. 15: Taking Care of Your Car
(Dave Karczewski). . . . . Code: 5760
Oct. 22: Health and Wellness
(J.C. Bediker & P. Amalfitano). . . . . Code: 5761
5 Thurs., 6:30-8:30 p.m.
All meet in Oleson Center Rm. 112
Except Oct. 1 meets at Aero Park Campus
M-TEC Rm. 157
Coordinator: Patricia Amalfitano
Cost: $20 each; $79 for series of 5
Series Code: 5763
Pre-Natal Yoga
Yoga for the mom-to-be helps you to connect with your baby through relaxation, breath work, and opening postures. Each session includes gentle yoga movements with a focus on relaxation and breath to support a calm body during labor and as a parent. Suitable for any stage of pregnancy. Wear comfortable clothes for movement.
Both options 6 Mon., 5-6 p.m.
Option 1: Sept. 14-Oct. 19
Code: 5765
Option 2: Oct. 26-Dec. 7 (no class Nov. 20)
Code: 5767
Yoga for Health Education
(The Village Center)
Instructor: Margaret Magner
Cost: $79 each option
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