Seasons In Our Life Blog
The Seasons In Our Live blog has a variety of topics and information for consideration. The topics are based on Qigong, acupuncture, life coaching, and much more .
A Resource Model of Growth
In my acupuncture practice in Bethesda, we use a resource model of self-development utilizing personal strengths and inner resources to generate growth. Self-development and learning often place the emphasis on what is wrong with the person (pathologizing), on what is the…
The Process of Change: An Overview
In my acupuncture Bethesda, Md., and northern Virginia acupuncture practice, I use a model of change that has been proven to be helpful with many of my clients who are looking to improve their health and level of wellness. The…
Examples of Cognitions Beliefs
ISSUE: Two of my friends got closer to each other than to me. Belief — “I am unworthy” (sad, angry) ISSUE: Business out of control Belief — “To improve work, I have to worry.” Limited Self: Worry, struggle, fear, control,…
Homework Behavioral Tasks
Take a manageable piece. Do the container exercise. Visualize yourself carrying out the task as you hold the container space. Notice positive as well as potentially negative features. Notice obstacles: inner critic, excuses, rationalizations, fears, etc. What do you need…
The Five Phase Model or Being and Evolution
Carlos Durana Ph.D., M.Ac. practices acupuncture in Reston, Virginia, Bethesda, Maryland and in Washington D.C. The Five Phases As a Model for Problem Solving and Goal Setting The Five Phases model provides us with a set of guidelines and questions that…
Unity, Core Consciousness and Change
The idea of the Tao (Way) and of Qi energy suggests an interconnectedness between all phenomena, a oneness. This idea is represented by the foundational principle of Unity. The principle of Unity suggests that we all come from the same…
The Five Phases As a Model for Problem Solving and Goal Setting
The Five Phases As a Model for Problem Solving and Goal Setting The Five Phases model provides us with a set of guidelines and questions that are useful for solving problems and setting goals. Traditionally the Five Phases correspond to its…
Problem Solving Guideline 5
WATER Winter Fear/Courage/Faith Adaptability/Fluidity Capacity Will/Power Gestation Coping/Clarity Reserves Investment Expertise/Wisdom Ambition/Will Do I have the will, the strength and ambition to undertake my goal? What risks are there? What are I willing to risk? What is the worst thing…
Problem Solving Guideline 4
Metal Autumn Inspiration Quality/Excelling Value/Self-worth/Refinement Essence Structure/Form Respect (for self and others’ views) Harvesting/Gathering Structure/Form Letting go/Release non-essentials/ Strength Elimination Do I need to make room for inspiration, to let in something new? Is my goal(s) worth pursuing?…
Problem Solving Guideline 3
EARTH Late summer Groundedness Sympathy Centeredness Support Nourishment Confidence Giving and receiving Ripening and fruition Usefulness Agreement Contribution Is it useful to me and others? Do I need it? Is it needed by others? Do…
Problem Solving Guideline 2
FIRE Summer Heart, Joy and Humor, Satisfaction Trust Enthusiasm/Attraction—What do I want? Freedom Partnership/Relationship— Responsibilities Interaction with others Control Communication Maturation of planned goals Assimilation and Sorting— What to pursue? What to abandon? Is there joy, humor, warmth and…
Problem Solving Guideline 1
WOOD Spring Birth of new ideas/Beginnings/ Vision/Planning New growth Intention/Decision making/Judgment Direction Evaluation of Pros and Cons Future Anger/assertion of being What is my vision? What is my goal? What are the positive and negative aspects of my goal? Is…
About Seasons in Our Life
Dr. Durana has provided practical, integrative, holistic services since 1980 in acupuncture, body therapy, Chinese herbal medicine, life/wellness coaching, and counseling.
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