Take Care of the Whole not just a Part

As a wellness mental health professional for 30 years, one of the most challenging things for me to do is to help people understand what holistic and wellness really means. It is taking care of the Whole Person, not just a part of that person. There are 4 dimensions, that complete us: Our physical self, our intellectual self, our emotional self and our spiritual self. It is important for us to understand that what affects one part of us affects the other parts. What affects your mind for instance affects your body. What affects you emotionally can affect your body and your mind, and so on.
In my workshops and life coaching work I assist clients in looking at the total picture and the first step is to understand what these dimensions really are:
The Physical Dimension has to do with the body, its functions, and the activities that support it.
At the core is how it is maintained through what we eat and how we exercise it. Preventive activities like physicals, dental maintenance, voiding overindulgence, resting our body, being in our body and listening to it, taking care of our physical safety, etc. are all aspects of physical wellness.
The Emotional Dimension is concerned with feelings. It is our inner world. Awareness of one's feelings and the ability to express and communicate them. Trusting our instincts when we make choices. Our feelings guide us and if not acknowledged can get us into physical, relationship, and other problems.
The Intellectual Dimension has to do with internal behaviors that are not affective in nature. It includes thoughts and attitudes. It includes issues of self concept, creativity, and learning. Pursuing interests, reading, keeping abreast of new ideas that enrich us. Keeping our minds alive.
The Spiritual Dimension refers to what individuals hold sacred in their lives. It is not to be confused with religion although religion could a part of it.  It is about what is important to us at our core. It is centered on issues of faith, values, and ethics. In this sphere people come to terms with their beliefs and their relationship with a higher power. It is having a sense of purpose and having/showing compassion for others and our self.

It concerns me that the media focuses only on diet and exercise. Certainly these are important. But how are we handling our stress, our feelings? What causes us to overindulge or not take good care of our mind and our bodies?  Toward this end I offer wellness opportunities to help balance our whole self. I hope you will sign up for one of the opportunities for inner growth for yourself and your the wellness of your relationships. Stay Well.......Namaste, Molly

Molly Behannon, Wellness Specialist, Life Coach, Motivational Speaker, Counselor invites You to Enter 2014 by Enriching your Body, your Mind, your Spirit, your Relationship by signing yourself and a guest up for Molly’s Winter Wellness Event designed for busy schedules and tight budgets.

For Your Mind and Body

 An Evening of Wine and Wisdom: “Wisdom is Avoiding All Thoughts That Weaken You”

Monday, January 20^th       7-8:30pm         St. Martins Wine Bistro 3020 Greenville        $25 per person                                                        

  ~Complete Menu and Wine List available for your dining pleasure in our private dining room

 at one of Dallas’ oldest and finest restaurants. This is a night to laugh and learn and to celebrate life with great people, great food and drink in an intimate and lovely atmosphere.

As you enjoy a wonderful meal and sip on the drink of your choice, Molly will add her wit and her wisdom as she motivates and inspires us to live life in a more balanced and joyful way.

Please call John at St. Martin, 214-826-0940 by January 18^th to reserve your seat at the table.

Dress is work casual and complementary valet is available.

 For Your Heart and Your Relationship:

“Honey, Are You Listening?  Or If You  Really Love Me You’d Know What I Want”

Communication Skills Class for Couples

Saturday, Feb. 1^st       10-Noon     4311 Oak Lawn, Suite 600, Dallas 75219      $50 per couple   

Effective communication is so very important to keep our relationships healthy and happy. Whether just beginning your relationship or together for 20 years, you can always improve your communication and conflict resolution skills. Take just a couple of hours out of your busy lives to enrich the quality of your special relationship.

Please RSVP to Molly no later than January 29^th.

 The Full Monty for Your Body, Your Mind, and Your Spirit

“The Total Wellness Experience: Creating and Maintaining Balance in a Chaotic World”

Saturday, February 8th,    9:30-3:30    Shooting Star Ranch and Retreat      $50 per person

Molly will teach, guide and motivate you to embrace a lifestyle of wellness as you learn new skills to manage your stress and to “go gently down the streams of our lives”.  Take this day with nature as our background to rebalance and recharge as Molly shares her expertise. More specific details will be sent to registrants regarding what to bring and to consider as you come to this unique retreat experience.

Please RSVP to Molly no later than January 25^th.

JUST FOR YOU:

Personal Life Coaching Sessions with Molly bring balance, insights and wisdom into your life as you focus on your own wellness, stress management, or simply give yourself time for you to heal and to grow and to do some “inner work” as you change unproductive thinking and behavior patterns. You can explore spiritual solutions, problem solve, feel empowered and validated as you deal with life’s transitions, challenges, and stressors in a healthy and productive way. You have your personal trainer or you work out your bodies. Now it is time to also work out your emotional, spiritual and intellectual self with Molly as your personal life coach. Sessions can be ½ hour or an hour and scheduled to work with your busy schedules. Phone consults are also arranged.

Give Molly a call at 214-232-8175 or email her at mollybwell@yahoo.com to explore your options.