Tobacco Education & Research Oversight Committee

by Mark Barrus - Director of Healthy Life Centers LLCMark BarrusPosted on Posted in e-cigarette, smoke-free, tobacco
Tobacco Education & Research Oversight Committee

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The Tobacco Education & Research Oversight Committee is developing a letter to be shared with all school governing boards. That letter takes the position that the same prohibitions should be placed on electronic nicotine delivery systems as are placed on tobacco.

The concerns expressed parents (see below) make it imperative that school boards act now. In particular, please help your local school governing boards understand the urgency of adopting a policy that places on e-nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) the same prohibitions placed on tobacco use. Recommend the adoption of the following language:
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Your Invitation to Attend the Great American Smoke Out:

by Mark Barrus - Director of Healthy Life Centers LLCMark BarrusPosted on Posted in stop smoking

Your Invitation to Attend the Great American Smoke Out:
Our Personal Experiences with Tobacco

Great American Smoke Out Event in Orange, CA
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How to Stop Chewing Tobacco

by Mark Barrus - Director of Healthy Life Centers LLCMark BarrusPosted on Posted in dipping, Hypnosis, tobacco
How to Stop Chewing Tobacco

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by Linda Stark

When most people think of tobacco, they think of people smoking it. This is usually the case, but an ever growing part of our population chews tobacco to get their nicotine. People that chew often start when it is not acceptable to smoke on the job.
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Orange County Tobacco Education Coalition Meeting – Tuesday, November 12, 2013 (Extended)

by Mark Barrus - Director of Healthy Life Centers LLCMark BarrusPosted on Posted in smoke-free, tobacco
Orange County Tobacco Education Coalition Meeting – Tuesday, November 12, 2013 (Extended)

Tuesday, November 12, 2013

9:45 a.m. Networking
10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Meeting with 12 p.m. Working Lunch

We have 3 special projects that need your feedback!
This will be an extended meeting, but you will be fed. J
Please stay for the entire meeting if you can.

Where: American Heart Association
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Costa Mesa – Secondhand Smoke Nuisance Ordinance

by Mark Barrus - Director of Healthy Life Centers LLCMark BarrusPosted on Posted in smoking

Costa Mesa – Secondhand Smoke Nuisance Ordinance

Here’s is the language that was passed by the City Council earlier this month in Costa Mesa that specifies secondhand smoke as a nuisance. This will give residents a tool to protect themselves and their families from secondhand smoke intrusion from neighbors or businesses. Complaints of secondhand smoke can be reported to the city and should initiate a follow-up and enforcement protocol. Please pass this along to your contacts within Costa Mesa and OCTEC.

Why People Say Hypnosis is Their Last Resort for Stopping Smoking

by Kelley WoodsKelley WoodsPosted on Posted in Hypnosis, Stop Smoking Hypnotherapy
Why People Say Hypnosis is Their Last Resort for Stopping Smoking

“Why people say hypnosis is their last resort for stopping smoking!”

by Kelley Woods, Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist

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The smoker’s journey to health can be a long and bumpy road.

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How Can Mindfulness Help Me Stop Smoking?

by Mark Barrus - Director of Healthy Life Centers LLCMark BarrusPosted on Posted in Hypnosis, smoking, Stop Smoking Hypnotherapy
How Can Mindfulness Help Me Stop Smoking?

“How Can Mindfulness Help Me Stop Smoking?”

by James Hazlerig, MA, Certified Hypnosis Practitioner

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Mindfulness is a simple meditation technique that many hypnosis practitioners use to

help their clients quit smoking for good.
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Orange County Tobacco Education Coalition Meeting – Tuesday, September 10, 2013

by Mark Barrus - Director of Healthy Life Centers LLCMark BarrusPosted on Posted in stop smoking, tobacco
Orange County Tobacco Education Coalition Meeting – Tuesday, September 10, 2013

Tuesday, September 10, 2013
9:45 a.m. Networking  10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Meeting

Thank you to Jonathan Lukoff for providing the refreshments in honor of David Pinsky.
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Chronic Stress Negatively Affects Your Health

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Chronic Stress Negatively Affects Your Health

“Chronic Stress Negatively Affects Your Health”
by Elise Fee

 

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Although stress seems to be a part of our everyday lives, it’s important to understand the ramifications and potential consequences of living with chronic stress. Stress is probably the most toxic thing you can do to your body, mind, and emotions. It is insidious and affects every aspect of your health.
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Positive thinking isn’t just fluff – research shows it actually reduces stress

by Elise Fee alt imageElise FeePosted on Posted in Coaching, stress
Positive thinking isn’t just fluff – research shows it actually reduces stress

“Positive thinking isn’t just fluff – research shows it actually reduces stress”
by Elise Fee

 

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Concordia University recently published research results that show that optimistic people have lower stress levels in their daily lives and are better able to handle unexpected stressful experiences. Now there is proof that thinking positively actually does make a difference in your ability to deal with the stressors of life.

 

So what if you aren’t naturally a positive thinker? The good news is that our thoughts are mostly habitual – which means they can be changed. So if you want to reduce your stress levels AND be able to handle life’s challenges more effectively and easily, you can LEARN how to think positively.
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