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Birmingham, AL (PRWEB) May 7, 2007

Marriage counseling expert Nancy Wasson, Ph.D. states that the long-term success of many marriages may largely depend on how the partners handle conflict within the relationship.

Wasson and her husband Lee Hefner have created a free short Internet video designed to help partners lessen the risk of an affair, marriage separation and eventual divorce resulting from repeated heated arguments in a relationship.

“Our movie Seasons of Love is intended to inspire and encourage people to have more self awareness in how they respond to their partner during conflict in a relationship,” says Dr. Wasson.

She continues by saying that viewers of the movie often have an “aha moment” when they realize that they have more power than they ever imagined before about charting the future of their relationship.

“The viewer response has been tremendous from all over the world from people who want a better relationship,” states Wasson. Seasons of Love may be viewed for free on the web site www.SeasonsOfLoveMovie.com.

“One of the most tragic eventual results when spouses fight again and again can be marriage separation or divorce,” says Dr. Wasson. “But if the couple learns some simple techniques, they can sometimes stop divorce and save the marriage even when they’ve had marital problems for some time.”

Wasson maintains that flaring tempers in a disagreement often trigger partners to say things to each other leading to an escalating spiral of conflict. And if the couple doesn’t know how to recover from the hurt feelings and smoldering resentment such arguments often produce, the long-term result may be a slippery slope to marriage counseling, marital separation, and finally divorce.

“But it doesn’t have to happen,” claims Wasson. “I hear upset spouses say, ‘He pushes my buttons and makes me lose my temper.’ But the truth is, no one else can ‘make’ you lose your temper. That is your choice.”

Dr. Wasson points out that there is a challenge as well as an opportunity when dealing with the conflict in a marriage. “Realize that between the stimulus of your partner’s critical remarks and your angry response, there’s a gap in which you can make a decision about how to respond.”

Dr. Wasson adds that watching the movie is an important first step in learning to minimize conflict during a disagreement with a spouse.

She says that subsequent steps include:

1. First clarify that you fully understand what’s going on by asking non-judgmental questions. Try to listen for the meaning and intent behind your partner’s words and actions instead of just focusing on the words. For example you might ask, “Did you really want to go to that party next week or did you just accept the invitation for us because you felt obligated to your friend?”

2. When it becomes evident that you and your partner disagree, ask yourself, “Would I rather be happy instead of being right in this case?” If you remember how much you value love and harmony in your relationship, you may decide to sometimes concede to your partner’s wishes, even if you would have taken a different approach.

3. If you find yourself feeling hot under the collar, first take ten deep breathes before you angrily respond to your mate. This will give you time to collect your thoughts and think of the big picture and how you want your relationship to be, not on how you’re feeling in that moment.

4. Finally, when you answer look for common ground that you both agree on before stating your objection, using a softening statement. You might say, “Honey, I know that it’s important to both of us to have a social life, but I really have to do some work at home that’s going to make it difficult for me to go to that party.”

Dr. Wasson concludes by saying, “One of the keys to having a great marriage is to remember what you really value in your relationship and to think twice before you respond with anger to your mate.”

Nancy Wasson, Ph.D., is the co-creator of Overcome Control Conflict with Your Spouse or Partner: What to Do if Your Mate Says You’re Too Controlling OR if You’re Tired of Being Controlled, available at www.ControllingSpouse.com.

She and her husband Lee Hefner also created the free movie Seasons of Love, available at www.SeasonsOfLoveMovie.com, which is designed to help couples develop more self awareness.

In addition, she is the co-author of Keep Your Marriage: What to Do When Your Spouse Says ‘I Don’t Love You Anymore!’ and offers a free weekly marriage advice newsletter at www.KeepYourMarriage.com.

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Luton, Bedfordshire (PRWEB) April 25, 2008

In an attempt to raise public awareness of the factors concerning alcoholism, UK Rehab Centre Group Trust the Process provide an insight into the world of alcohol addiction to help people understand the illness.

Alcoholism

Alcoholism is now widely regarded as a disease which affects people mentally, physically and spiritually. Many people enjoy drinking socially, and sometimes drink too much, but when their drinking habits become abnormal and they start to behave repeatedly out of character, there is a strong possibility that alcoholism is beginning to set in. Some people show some signs of dependency on alcohol but that does not necessarily mean that they are alcoholic; they drink more alcohol than the level that is regarded as safe, for example, but still function perfectly well and do not experience any mental and physical consequences of drinking above the recommended limits.

Alcoholism, however, becomes apparent when the individual begins to avoid life issues, when they are unable to control their drinking when most people normally do, and when their alcohol use affects their family life, their work, their friendships, their finances etc. Alcohol becomes the primary focus in life for the alcoholic, for some people much quicker than others, and it begins to have a very damaging effect on both the individual with the addiction and their relatives, friends, colleagues and community.

Alcohol addiction

Alcohol addiction is not something that people can simply ‘shake off’ and get on with their lives. It affects the individual and the people around them and often leads to many problems both for the addict and their families. Alcohol addiction has an effect on the user’s health, both physical and mental, and can often lead to the individual being unable to function on a day-to-day basis. Due to the social stigma that is attached to alcohol addiction, the user may well try to conceal the amount that they are consuming from other people, either whilst drinking alone or by concealing how much they are drinking whilst socialising with others.

There are many health problems associated with alcohol addiction as the human body is unable to cope with constant and heavy amounts of alcohol. In small doses alcohol is regarded as harmless, sometimes even beneficial (we have all heard of the ‘hot toddie’ which is supposed to work wonders for a cold and that red wine in small quantities is good for the heart). In large and continuous doses, however, alcohol can be very damaging to the organs of the body, and people suffering with alcohol addiction are without doubt putting themselves at risk of severe illness and hospitalisation.

Eventually the individual suffering from alcohol addiction will need intensive help if they are to overcome their problem. In addiction treatment clinics, usually the person suffering with alcohol addiction will experience fear at the thought of having to give up alcohol altogether. It requires the person to readjust to every life situation and relationship which once was managed, or mismanaged, by using alcohol as a mood-altering drug. Addition treatment clinics help people to stop drinking by providing medically supervised detoxification programmes, to wean them off alcohol, whilst providing intensive counselling to address the faulty cognitive processes which need to change in order to ensure the alcoholic stays stopped.

Alcohol Counselling

Alcohol counselling is a very effective way of helping an individual with their problem of addiction. Many counsellors have personal experience of addiction and therefore can offer both empathy and professional support to the sufferer with their illness. People who are in recovery from alcoholism are usually very eager to help other people who are suffering with the effects of their alcohol consumption, and some decide that they would like to train to a professional standard to enable themselves to do this in the workplace.

An ‘introduction to counselling’ course is normally the first place to begin an education in counselling. This may be followed by a certificate course, which gives a general ‘feel’ for counselling and involves the basic requirements expected of a counsellor, following the code of ethics provided by the counselling body. The next level of training is the Diploma in Counselling which is normally a two year course, during which the trainee will begin to see clients in a one-to-one setting. Usually these courses deliver training for generic counselling, and with this it is often possible for the trainee to find employment in the alcohol addiction field to help those in alcohol rehabilitation.

Specific addiction courses are available in the UK, but normally require that the counsellor has a diploma-level qualification should they wish to enrol. Individuals who hold the diploma in counselling have a choice to work in the addiction field or not, and should they wish to do so, their personal history of problematic drinking is very often equally as important as the academic qualification.

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New York, NY (Vocus) February 12, 2009

Whatever the cause of a sleepless night – jet-lag, a new baby, a plummeting portfolio – the result is a decline in productivity that, according to the National Sleep Foundation, costs companies more than 0 billion annually in reduced productivity. Based on the startling statistic, The Benjamin hotel, renowned for its Sleep Concierge and perfect night’s sleep guarantee, chose to team with the NSF to introduce “The Sleep Retreat,” an intensive two-night respite designed to teach guests the art of sleep.

Available March 1 through December 31, 2009, the new package kicks off during National Sleep Awareness Week, March 1 – 8, 2009 and features suite accommodations; a consultation with the hotel’s renowned Sleep Concierge; nightly turndown service with a sleep-inducing bedtime snack; luxury “dream dictionary;” and a National Sleep Foundation’s “Guide to Sleeping Well” kit featuring an eye mask, bath salts, a soothing CD and copy of A Good Night’s Sleep. In addition, sleep-seeking guests will receive a 20% discount on sleep-inducing spa treatments and a 20% discount on a take-home pillow from the hotel’s 12-choice pillow menu. Rates for the two-night Sleep Retreat start from 8.

“The Sleep Retreat is designed to promote complete relaxation and rest,” said Andrew Labetti, general manager of The Benjamin. “Guests will learn tips and techniques tested by sleep industry experts and experience other sleep-inducing activities, such as learning about the link between diet, exercise and sleep, dream interpretation, and more. Whether you simply need to catch up on lost sleep or struggle with insomnia, this package will help restore balance. The Benjamin has built a reputation for providing a luxurious haven in the heart of Manhattan and we stand by this reputation with a sleep guarantee that is unmatched in the industry.”

The Benjamin’s widely acclaimed Sleep Program introduces a range of services and amenities to promote a restful, rejuvenating night’s sleep. In addition to the sleep guarantee, the hotel features a 12-choice pillow menu and The Benjamin Bed, a Serta® mattress created exclusively for The Benjamin, with specially engineered convoluted foam cushioning and layers of fibers quilted to the mattress for a luxurious surface feel. The custom-designed Benjamin Bed is covered with 100% Egyptian cotton 400-plus thread count sheets by Anichini and a down-filled comforter with a luxurious duvet cover. Aromatherapy bathroom amenities help guests relax and prepare for bed. In addition to the luxurious sleep amenities, The Benjamin’s windows are double-glazed with argon gas between the panes to help keep rooms quiet and restful.

To ensure that guests receive a perfect night’s sleep, the hotel employs a full-time Sleep Concierge who offers guests advice on pillow selection and other sleep-related issues. The Sleep Concierge can also arrange a relaxing massage at the hotel’s Wellness Spa; order a signature bedtime snack of warm milk and cookies or other sleep-inducing room service choices; or arrange the loan of a bedside white noise machine that electronically drowns out any stray background noise.

National Sleep Awareness Week takes place March 1 – 8, 2009, and is a public education, information and awareness campaign coinciding with the return of Daylight Saving Time, the annual “springing forward” of clocks that can throw off the body’s sleep routine.

The Benjamin, located in the heart of midtown Manhattan at the corner of Lexington Avenue and 50th Street, provides an experience of true luxury and supreme comfort in an intimate, boutique-style setting. Classically elegant accommodations, world-class amenities, premier technology and seamless, superlative service are the hallmarks of The Benjamin. Known for its comprehensive sleep program, The Benjamin features the industry’s first and only Sleep Concierge, a 12-choice pillow menu and custom Benjamin Bed. The Benjamin brand is operated by DHG (Denihan Hospitality Group), a privately-owned company with more than 40 years of hospitality management expertise. The Benjamin is a proud member of a worldwide alliance of hotels including Joie De Vivre in the United States, Rotana Hotels in the Middle East and First Hotels in Scandinavia. For more information, visit www.thebenjamin.com or call 1-888-4-BENJAMIN.

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Chicago, IL and Ottawa, Canada (PRWEB) May 6, 2008

Kinaxis Inc., today pays tribute to National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Week (May 4-10), as a proud supporter of the Colbeth Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Clinic and recent sponsor of its annual Gala fundraising event.

Kinaxis was first introduced to the clinic, which is part of the Institute of Juvenile Research at the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) College of Medicine, through its CEO, Doug Colbeth. He and his wife Margaret established the clinic in 2000 with a mission to raise awareness, provide early diagnosis and offer effective treatments of biological brain disorders for inner city children. These diseases include; bipolar disorder, depression, schizophrenia and autism.                                                                                                                                                

As a supporter of this cause, Kinaxis contributions to the clinic have come from both corporate and employee donations. Most recently, Kinaxis was a sponsor of the 4th Annual Colbeth Clinic Gala fundraiser, where more than .25 million was raised in total through private gifts and ticket sales. The event’s keynote speaker was Dr. Bennett Leventhal, who works with the Colbeth Clinic and is an internationally renowned expert in the area of autism. In addition, the Gala honored Jim Ryan, the former State Attorney General and gubernatorial candidate as the first recipient of the Colbeth Clinic Changing Minds award. This award was given in recognition of his courage to share his personal story on how biological brain diseases have impacted his family.

In 2007, the Colbeth Clinic provided more than 16,000 patient visits. The clinic is unique in that world leading researchers work side by side with passionate clinicians to provide state-of-the-art diagnostics and treatment. While the clinic primarily serves youth in the Chicago area, its research and lobbying activities have an impact that extends well beyond the city limits. For example, Colbeth Clinic experts have testified before Congress petitioning for healthcare parity of these diseases – to be consistent with healthcare coverage for other physical illnesses. Thanks to these and countless others in the field, there is active legislation in process to resolve the discrepancy of coverage given to brain disorders as compared to other physical inflictions.

Raising awareness and erasing the stigma associated with mental health disorders was, and continues to be one of the key objectives of the clinic.

“Like millions of teens, I personally experienced the quiet desperation of severe depression,” says Doug Colbeth. “Fortunately, I was able to get excellent treatment before something tragic happened. This is precisely what we want to provide to others, especially those who may not have the financial means or access to best-of-class mental health services. I believe we must come out of the shadows to share our personal experiences and let our stories resonate with those among us who are, or know of someone that is suffering. Erasing the stigma will increase funding for the cause, encourage additional talented people to enter the field, and most importantly, encourage patients to seek treatments earlier. Only when we acknowledge how common mental health disorders are, can we make real progress in the treatment of these diseases.”

Doug’s motivation to make a difference is shared by his corporate family at Kinaxis.

“Doug’s enthusiasm for this cause has been persuasive and compelling; and as a result, Kinaxis has come on board,” says Randy Littleson, vice president of marketing for Kinaxis. “His leadership not only as CEO, but through his involvement in the clinic has been an example to us all.”

For more information please visit:

www.colbethclinic.org

Doug Colbeth

National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Week as declared by The National Federation of Families for Children’s Mental Health.

About Kinaxis

Kinaxis delivers an on-demand Response Management service that enables customer-focused companies to achieve breakthroughs in operating performance and customer satisfaction by rapidly and more profitably responding to constant changes in demand, supply and product. Kinaxis RapidResponse combines personal alerting, multi-enterprise visibility, collaborative “what-if” analysis and rapid decision support to empower front-line supply chain staff with tools for risk tradeoff and response to daily changes inside the sales and operations planning (S&OP) horizon. Global leaders such as Casio, Honeywell, Qualcomm, Raytheon and Toshiba use Kinaxis RapidResponse to establish superior responsiveness within their fulfillment networks and supply chains and gain competitive advantage. For more information, visit the Kinaxis web site at www.kinaxis.com or the company’s blog at blog.kinaxis.com.

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