Program (PDF) - Teton Wellness Institute

PRESENTATIONS - Saturday, October 2Presentations 90 minutesAlesha Kientzler, PhDMill Valley, CATRAINING THE MIND TOMAXIMIZE WELL-BEINGSATURDAY, 11AM, Timberline IIIVicki Saputo, RNOrinda, CAARE YOUR SKIN CAREPRODUCTS KILLING YOU SOFTLY?SATURDAY, 2PM, Timberline IThe mental aspect of well-being is often over-shadowed byphysical manifestations of stress, general physiologicalfeedback and our cultural emphasis on the body. It is equallyimportant to examine the mind-body connection from thepsychological perspective and understand the impact of ourmental processes on health and overall wellness. Thispresentation will provide an overview of the philosophy andresearch behind the power of the mind and provide mentaltraining tools for everyday life. The presentation will invitediscussion and reflection pertaining to how elements of yourown life – including physical training – can benefit fromgreater attention to “training the mind”.Alesha Kientzler, PhD, is a health, wellness and strategyconsultant with over 18 years of leadership experience appliedacross a variety of industries, including: architectural firms,health resorts, non-profit organizations, and institutionsof both secondary and higher education. She is adept atdeveloping, implanting and assessing health and wellnesseducation programs grounded by specific attention to theinterface between “people, programs and place”. info@aleshakientzler.com,www.aleshakientzler.comCEUOur skin is our body’s largest organ, and more than 60% ofwhat we put on our skin is absorbed into our blood stream. TheFDA does not regulate 15,000 chemicals allowed in our personalcare products – many of which are hormone disruptors,carcinogens and/or neurotoxins. Vicki Saputo had a lifethreatening condition over 20 years ago, and the chemicals inskin care products played a large role. To save her life, she didextensive research and became an expert in this field. Her goal isto educate and guide others in order to prevent illness and makehealthy choices. In this informative presentation, participantswill learn about common toxins in skin care products, how toread and understand ingredient lists, and what we need to knowabout sunscreens and toxins in baby products. Healthy skin carealternatives and how to make safe skin care products in yourown kitchen will also be covered.Vicki Saputo, RN, SAG and AFTRA, is the co-founder of theHealth Medicine Forum. She is also the co-host of Prescriptionsfor Health radio and What’s New in the News in Medicinetelevision show with her husband, Len Saputo, MD, author of AReturn to Healing. www.nursevicki.netSponsored by The Herb Store & Living Green ProductsDavid Feinstein, PhDAshland, ORTHE POWER OFENERGY PSYCOLOGYSATURDAY, 2PM, Teton RoomEnergy Psychology helps people quickly change unwantedbehaviors, thought patterns and emotional responses.Combining the stimulation of acupuncture points (by tappingthem) with other psychological procedures, it changes the brainchemistry that maintains psychological problems. Thispresentation will give you an overview of the field, show youpoignant video clips of its application, and instruct participantsin how to begin to use this technique to manage everydaychallenges such as anxieties, excess anger or irrational jealousy.David Feinstein, PhD, a clinical psychologist, is the author orco-author of seven books and more than 80 professionalarticles. His books have won eight national awards, includingthe U.S. Book News Best Psychology/Mental Health Book of2007. He is one of the leading spokespersons forEnergy Psychology. energy@innersource.net,www.EneryPsychEd.comCEUManny SanchezJackson, WYZUMBA:WORKOUT WITH FLAVORSATURDAY, 2PM, Rafferty RoomDitch the workout, join the party! The Zumba® program fuseshypnotic Latin rhythms with easy-to-follow moves to create aone-of-a-kind fitness program that delivers a “feel happy”workout. The goal is simple: we want you to work out, to loveworking out, and to get hooked. Zumba® participants achievelong-term benefits while experiencing an absolute blast in oneexciting hour of calorie-burning, body-energizing,awe-inspiring movements meant to engage and captivate forlife. Get ready to “join the party”!Manny Sanchez was born and raised in Mexico City where hewas surrounded by dance, music and passion. He startedteaching dance at age 15 and later taught Latin dance andvarious fitness classes such as spinning, slide workout andcardio jam. Manny also worked as a choreographer, dancer andperformer for Club Med and other prestigious resorts. Timespent in many counties including Canada, DominicanWWW.TETONWELLNESS.ORG 307.733.9355 17 JACKSON, WYOMING PLEASE RECYCLE