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Here we are more than half way through April and
it seems as if the year the years speed by with the
swiftness o f a gazelle. As I think back on when I met
some ofm y friends, it has been 10,15 or even 20 years!
Where did the time go? I now understand what my
parents meant when they said “As you get older, time
will go by much more quickly.” It definitely does.
Are there any goals that you made at the beginning
o f the year that you just can ’ t find the time to complete
or even start? I would like to challenge you to take a
look at some or your New Year’s goals or make a new
goal that can add some component o f happiness to
your life. And Take Action!!
Many prominent psychologists’ suggest that the
biggest difference between those who live a life close
to the life o f their dreams is not that they don’t have
goals, not that they aren’t inspired or that they are just
lazy by any means! The biggest difference is that they
do not take ACTION. They know what they want, but
do not take the proper steps to move forward. Does
that sound familiar? Too familiar to me. I have pro­
claimed 2010 as the year that a profound positive
change has/will occur in my life and I truly meant that
this is the year I will make a conscious effort to change
years o f stagnation and procrastination and take
action to propel forward toward the life of my dreams!
I’ve put together a small list o f suggestions that I
live by and when put into action will definitely help us
all move toward our goals:
#1. Find a volunteer opportunity inyou r com m u­
nity -- Helping others helps you! Start Making A
Reader Today & Big Brothers/Big Sisters offer great
volunteer ops! Give away L-O-V-E.
#2. W rite a life goal list -- Writing out your goals
and seeing them on paper creates clarity and helps you
consciously and unconsciously move toward them.
# 3. F ind a m e n to r — Find som eone in your
network that is or has been where you want to be.
Pick their brain, spend time getting to know how
they think-w hat’s helped them , what hasn’t. You
Make a
difference in
your own life.
April 21. 2010
H ealth W atch
Free Body Basics — This physician recommended class is appropriate for
all ages and health conditions. Plan to attend this one-session class and
learn the simple guidelines for safe exercises» including stretching. Call
503-256-4000 to register.
Fam ilies w ith M ental Illness — A free, 12-week course for people whose
will definitely grow.
#4. Rid you rself o f negativity -- Any form o f nega­
tivity takes away from your life. Ask yourself “How
does anything negative fit into my life?” That includes
people, music, entertainment, violence, gossip, etc. Just
sayin'... What goes in comes out in some way.
#5. R em em ber ‘T h ou gh ts becom e T h in g s’ —
What you think about will manifest in your life in some
kind o f way. Be conscious o f that- Think about what
you like and what you want. Not what you hate, what
you wish was different, and so on. Thinking positive
= Being positive.
#6. T ake in ven tory o f y o u r friends -- Surround
yourself with people who are successful in the ways
you would like to be successful. Like-minded people.
Make sure you only share your dreams with people
who truly want you to be as successful as you can be!
They will build you up and there’s nothing wrong
with keeping some things to yourself!
#7. Have a ‘Big Picture’ vision -- Keep your eyes on
the prize, so to speak. Make small steps toward your end
goal every single day and soon you’ll be there.
#8. H onor your com m itm ents -- This one is so
simple. It also has a great impact on the way people view
you. Just do what you say you are going to do! Simple.
#9. P ractice non -ju d gm en t -- If you are in a
constant state o f judging w hat’s right and wrong, you
are wasting energy evaluating things that most likely
have no effect on your life. Free that energy up and
you’ll have room for success!
#10. H ave gratitu de — Every morning as soon as
I wake up I meditate on how thankful I am for my life,
the love I have, my piece o f mind, and everything that
makes me Me. Try it! Your day will start o ff great and
that will carry over into other areas as well!
Make a commitment to make a difference in your
own life, to be happy. Please visit our Facebook Page-
‘FaB Living w/Rebekah Star’ and let us know what
steps you’ve taken toward a more positive life! Until
next week- Live Fabulously!
family members live with mental illness is offered at Emanuel Hospital, Mt.
Hood Medical Center and Providence Medical Center. The course has
been described as “life-changing” by former participants. Registration is
required by calling 503-203-3326.
M anaging C hronic H epatitis C — Third Wednesday o f each month at 5
p.m. The informative session is led by a registered nurse to help you
manage side effects o f medications and dosage preparations and admin­
istration; doctor referral required. To register, call 503-251-6313.
B etter B reathers — An asthma educational support group meets on the
1 st T uesday o f the month from 1:15 p.m. to 2:45 p.m. at Adventist Medical
Center. For information, call 503-251 -6830.
C an cer R esource C en ter -- Providence St. Vincent Medical Center and
the American Red Cross have joined forces to create the first in-hospital
resource center providing books, printed material, computer access and
more for individuals and families dealing with cancer. The center is open
Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
L ead P oisoning Prevention — Learn how to protect your family from lead
poisoning. Ideal for folks in live in older homes with children or pregnant
women. Qualified participants receive a free kit o f safety and testing
supplies. Call 503-284-6827.
P arenting C lasses -- bJewboms don’t come with instruction manuals but
parents and parents-to-be can learn about a variety o f topics from pain and
childbirth to breastfeeding to infant CPR and much more. For a schedule
o f events, call 503-574-6595 or visit: providence.org/classes.
C ardiac-R eh ab E xercises — A medically supervised exercise program for
people dealing with heart conditions. For information, call 503-251 -6260.
S trok e A lert S creen in g — Check your carotid arteries with a painless
ultrasound to assess your risk. Fee $40. To schedule a screening, call 503-
251-6137.
E m pow erm ent through R elaxation— Free informal meditation classes that
address breathing techniques, some gentle ancient African yoga poses
and mental balancing techniques— People have left these classes joyful
and with a peaceful view o f their lives. We have these sessions bi­
monthly— Call Dr. Marcelitte Failla at 503-228-6140.
H eart T alk S u pport G roup - Meets on the second Monday o f each
Chiropractic Auto Injury Clinic, PC
month; from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. For more information, call 503-251 -6260.
F am ily C aregiver Su pport G roup — This topic-oriented group offers a
safe place to discuss the stresses, challenges and rewards o f providing
care to an older relative or friend. Meets the first Thursday o f each month
at 3 p.m. at Legacy Good Samaritan Hospital.
Zchon R. Jones, DC
333 NE Russell St, #200, Portland, OR. 97212
(503) 284-7838
C h ron ic Pain S u pport G roup - Meets the first Wednesday at 4 p.m. to
5:30 p.m. and the third Wednesday o f each month, from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
For more information, call 503-256-4000.
Truly making a difference in the lives of
Auto Accident victims and Injured Workers for 16 years.
If you or someone you know has been in an accident,
call us so we can help you with your needs. (503) 284-7838
C h olesterol Profiles — Get the resources to help you keep an eye on your
cholesterol and other indicators o f heart health. Educational material
provided. For more information, call 503-261-6611.
We are located on the
corner o f MLK and Russell
Street, on the second floor
above the coffee shop.
B ereavem en t Su pport G roups — Free, safe confidential group meetings
for those who have experienced the death o f a loved one offered on various
nights and locations. For information and registration, call 503-215-4622.
Pow erful T ools For C aregivers — 6-week educational series designed to
help family caregivers take care o f themselves while caring for relatives or
friends with chronic illness. Class size is limited, and registration is
required. Call 5 0 3 ^ 13-8018.
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L eg A lert S c r ee n in g — Check for peripheral arterial disease with this safe,
Parking Area
333 NE
Russell
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simple screening using ankle and arm blood pressure. The fee is $40. To
schedule an appointment, call 503-251-6137.
S en ior A erob ics — A low-impact workout geared specifically toward
Russell St
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seniors. Call 503-449-0783 for current schedule. Osteoporosis Screening
— An ultrasound bone density screening with personalized education; fee
$30. To schedule an appointment, call 503-261-6611.