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Meditation May Combat Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
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The Department of Veterans Affairs has been experimenting with meditation as a means of treating veterans afflicted with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD); approximately 10 percent of veterans returning from Iraq and Afghanistan are affected.
According to the Washington Post The Department of Veterans Affairs is spending about $5 million on a dozen experimental trials and studies of a few different meditation techniques with the hopes that American soldiers will be able to not only heal but reinforce their mental wellbeing.
In recent years, scientists have stated that those who meditate for about 30-minutes per day experience quantifiable changes in the sections of the brain connected with memory, sense of self, empathy and stress, after just eight weeks.
"When you can successfully manage your reactions to stress, awaken your senses, calm your mind and become mindful, your brain and body will recover its natural balance", says Chun Shim, Wellness Facilitator at Honor's Haven Resort & Spa in Ellenville, New York.
Because meditation in general is about bringing the mind back to the present as opposed to allowing it to drift off and linger on the would have's and should have's of our lives, "its benefits are immeasurable" says Shim.
The Wellness Center at Honor's Haven Resort & Spa offers complete wellness programs and services like Energy Yoga, Tai Chi, Nature Hikes and Meditation as well as Energy Balancing and Integration. Also offered are holistic workshops and retreats such at the "Rejuvenation Retreat with Nature", the highly acclaimed "Finding Your True Self" and "Self Healing".
Individuals suffering from PTSD, whether combat related or from a harrowing life experience, are encouraged to explore the programs at Honor's Haven. For more information you can visit them on the web at www.honorshaven.com
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This Month's GREAT GETAWAY!
POWER BRAIN FAMILY RETREAT (JULY 19-22)
The Power Brain Education offers a unique opportunity to enjoy a special getaway while learning to be a Power Brain family!
Enjoy a variety of specialized Brain Education (BE) programs and activities designed to help each member of your family tap into their personal brain potential while strengthening a healthy and loving family bond.
Fun, transformative BE programs will lead you to a deeper understanding of your family members and provide a special time to come together as a family.
Learn How to Create Health, Happiness and Peace in Your Family!
*Program Date: July 19-22, 2012
For more information contact Power Brain Education at (718) 224-1500 or email info@powerbrainedu.com
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BOUNTY OF THE HUDSON PACKAGE (JULY 28-29)
Uncork and indulge in a unique collection of Hudson Valley Wineries all under one tent at the Bounty of the Hudson Festival! From a sweet Riesling to a dry Cabernet Sauvignon, the fruity goodness of Pinot Grigio to spicy Shiraz, the perfect weekend getaway for the wine lover is here! Don't miss this opportunity to sample some of the region's finest wines, for just $125* per person, per night. Eleven family owned wineries from the infamous Shawangunk Wine Trail will be on hand to satisfy your palate while surrounding you in the beauty of Upstate New York's unspoiled countryside.
While You Enjoy the Wine, We Will Be Your Designated Driver for the Festival!
Package includes: Overnight lodging in Deluxe accommodations, two (2) buffet meals daily (breakfast & dinner), complimentary tickets to BOUNTY OF THE HUDSON FESTIVAL, Shawangunk Wine Trail map, daily hotel activities**, yoga & wellness classes, use of spa facilities (indoor pool, wet/dry sauna & Jacuzzi) & fitness center, use of indoor & outdoor sports facilities as well as boating, fishing and nature walks.
*Rates are based on double occupancy and are subject to prevailing NYS and local tax as well as an 18% resort fee.
**Schedule varies
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SUMMER VACATION PACKAGE
Heat up your summer with hot deals!
Stay 4 Nights, Get 1 Night FREE!
$480 Per Person, Per Stay - Deluxe Accommodations
$540 Per Person, Per Stay - Executive Accommodations
Stay 5 Nights, Get 2 Night FREE!
$600 Per Person, Per Stay - Deluxe Accommodations
$675 Per Person, Per Stay - Executive Accommodations
Children's rates when sharing a room with adults; under 6 FREE
$49 (ages 6-10), $69 (ages 11-16), $89 (ages 17 & over) per night
Package includes: Overnight lodging with FREE room upgrade (Deluxe ⇒ Executive; Executive ⇒ Suite
$49 (ages 6-10), $69 (ages 11-16), $89 (ages 17 & over) per night
Package includes: Overnight lodging with FREE room upgrade (Deluxe ⇒ Executive; Executive ⇒ Suite) based upon availability, two (2) buffet meals daily (breakfast & dinner), 20% discount on massages, daily hotel activities**, yoga & wellness classes, use of spa facilities (indoor pool, wet/dry sauna & Jacuzzi) & fitness center, use of indoor & outdoor sports facilities, boating, fishing, nature walks and night-time entertainment as well as complimentary shuttle service to local attractions**
*Rates are based on double occupancy and are subject to prevailing NYS and local tax as well as an 18% resort fee.
**Schedule varies
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FANtastic Facebook News!
Congratulations to our July Facebook Drawing Winner – Liam Rogers of New York City!
 We want to thank everyone for liking our page on Facebook and entering the drawing. This month's prize was a Bounty of the Hudson Weekend Package for Two (2)!
If you haven't already liked our page, don't forget to do so. When you like Honor's Haven Resort & Spa on Facebook BEFORE August 1, 2012, you will automatically be entered for your chance to win a Woodbury Common Shop & Stay Package; perfect for all of your back-to-school shopping!
Note: Facebook drawings are open to all individuals 18 years of age and older who "like" the Honor's Haven Resort & Spa Facebook page prior to the drawing date.
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REMINDER: YOU COULD WIN A WEEKEND STAY FOR 2 AT HONOR'S HAVEN RESORT & SPA!
(SUMMER TRAVEL-BLOGGING CONTEST)
The Honor's Haven Resort & Spa Summer Travel-Blogging Contest is underway!
Whether you're a professional writer or a budding star, Honor's Haven Resort & Spa invites you to explore the resort, its neighboring leisure interest, write about your experience and enter the contest!
Winner to be announced on Facebook August 10, 2012.
Prize:
• The Winning Contestant will be awarded a Weekend Stay for Two in one of the Resort’s VIP Suites! The Winner’s work will also be displayed on the resort’s website for the rest of the year
How to Enter:
• All entries should be submitted by uploading written contents to a blog site of your choice with accompanying photos* and emailing a link to marketing@honorshaven.com, 845-210-3108. Emailed links should be accompanied by the following information: Blog Address, Author's Full Name, Age, Address, Phone Number, Email Address, Headline and Word Count. Please include "Summer Travel-Blogging Contest" as your email subject line. • Blog submissions must be uploaded and links received by the Resort no later than 4:30PM on the deadline date of July 31, 2012 to be entered into the contest.
Official Rules:
The Honor's Haven Resort & Spa Summer Travel-Writing Contest is open to all individuals, 18 years of age and older. The competition will begin June 1, 2012 and all entries should be submitted by July 31, 2012. Only one entry per person will be permitted. Entry must be the original work of the entrant, should not contain any third party content or infringe upon the copyright of any third party. Content should not be obscene or defamatory and the Hotel reserves the right to exclude any entries it deems inappropriate. All entries should be typed (double spaced) and not exceed 1,000 words in length.
If for any reason the contest is not capable of running as planned, Honor's Haven Resort & Spa reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to cancel, terminate, modify or suspend the contest. Honor's Haven Resort & Spa may disqualify anyone from participating in the contest.
* Photos can be original work or pulled from Honor's Haven Resort & Spa's website at www.honorshaven.com
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COMING SOON…
The Fall Fiesta Photography Contest!
 As Autumn inches closer and our focus turns to the striking hues of the Upstate New York landscape, we encourage you to grab your camera for your chance to point, shoot and share your way to fabulous prizes!
Official contest rules and prizes will be published in the September Newsletter! Check it out!
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Don't Forget To Check Out Our Blog!
View articles and posts and engage in our ongoing discussion about Honor's Haven Resort & Spa!Heat up your summer with hot deals!
www.honorshavenresort.blogspot.com
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UPCOMING EVENTS
"POWER BRAIN FAMILY RETREAT"
(July 19-22, 2012)
Power Brain Education offers a unique opportunity to enjoy a special getaway while learning how to be a Power Brain family!
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"BOUNTY OF THE HUDSON PACKAGE"
(July 28-29, 2012)
Uncork and indulge in an exceptional collection of Hudson Valley Wineries all under one tent at the Bounty of the Hudson Festival! |
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"GLEASON'S GYM – FANTASY BOXING CAMP"
(August 23-26, 2012)
Here's your chance to learn from world class trainers, Hall of Fame boxers and World Champions; both past and present. No previous boxing experience necessary. All levels of skill; from beginners to veterans.
http://www.gleasonsgym.net/
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"STARDUST BALLROOM DANCE WEEKEND"
(September 14-16, 2012)
Foxtrot into Fall with the BIG BAND sounds of The Joey Thomas 17 piece Ballroom Dance Orchestra at Stardust Dance Production's 91st dance weekend!
With over 50 dance workshops to choose from you're sure to put your best foot forward. From Salsa to Swing, Bolero to Belly Dancing, a stellar dance experience awaits you where you really "could have danced all night and probably will.
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"FRAN'S POLKA WEEKEND"
(September 28-30, 2012)
Come celebrate 26 years of polka weekends with 25 HOURS of great live polka music!
http://www.honorshaven.com/
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AROUND TOWN – AREA EVENTS
"2012 FAMILY DAY AT BETHEL WOODS CENTER FOR THE ARTS"
(July 8, 2012)
In conjunction with the special exhibit Byrd/Skolnick: A Tale of Two Posters, Bethel Woods is offering a special opportunity for kids and their families to Express Yourself! through the arts. The theme of the day will get visitors thinking about using the arts as a form of communication, and families can participate in a wide range of activities that explore all the arts. Some of the activities include designing your own Woodstock poster, experimenting with family improv, creative poetry writing, making family memory boxes, and a Broadway show-tunes sing-along. A family-friendly scavenger hunt will guide families through the museum's permanent and special exhibits. For more information visit
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"HURLEY STONE HOUSE DAY"
(July 14, 2012)
Explore America's oldest private homes in a National Historic Landmark village. Costumed guides, militia encampment, Sojourner Truth "visit", colonial-era demonstrations, Native American Dancers and activities for children. For more information visit
www.stonehouseday.org |
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"125TH ULSTER COUNTY FAIR"
(July 31 – August 5)
An old-fashioned country fair with food, rides, agricultural displays and shows, entertainment, 4-G booths, horse shows and more! Entertainment includes Lee Brice, The Village People and John Michael Montgomery! For more information visit
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Finding Your Trueself workshop
"The law of Attraction is true. The movie "Secret" (2006) states that everything one wants or needs may be accomplished by believing that one will receive that outcome, repeatedly thinking about it, and maintaining positive emotional states to "attract" it.
The more true thing is that YOU WILL ACCOMPLISH WHAT YOU WANT BY BELIEVING THAT WHEN YOUR DEEP BRAIN, BRAINSTEM, BELIEVES IT AND MAINTAINING POSITIVE EMOTIONAL STATES TO "ATTRACT" IT.
According to Dr. Lee in his book, "Healing Society", for example, if a suggestion is made during a state of deep hypnosis that scalding hot coin has been placed on your hand, a blister will appear on the spot where the coin is placed, even if the coin is not actually hot. This is possible because, in hypnosis, the function of doubt in the neo-cortex is temporarily suspended. Therefore, the message goes straight to the brain stem, causing it to signal the body part to activate the self-defending mechanism for a burn. (P.40-42 Brain Respiration, Healing Society Inc. 2002).
Once our brainstem believes, it affects our reality. The deep brain is connected to your heart chakra.
Eckhart Tolle says "The realm of consciousness is much vaster than thought can grasp. When you no longer believe everything you think, you step out of thought and see clearly that the thinker is not who you are."
Finding Your Trueself workshop consists of a series of experiences related to the idea of who we really are, what we really want from our heart and what you need to achieve your goal. The unique thing about this workshop is that you don't learn anything, but you get experienced, you get YOUR AWAKENING! SO YOUR BODY WILL EXPERIENCE THE CHANGE
So many physical, mental and spiritual changes have happened during and after this workshop for over a decade; physical healing as well as emotional healing such as depression, anxiety, hopelessness and much more and spiritual healing such as clarity, confidence, hopefulness and much more.
In the first day, you will go through your layers to learn "Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass, It's about learning to dance in the rain." (Vivian Greene). On the second day, you will find the place within, as Sri Ramana Maharshi says "Happiness is your nature. It is not wrong to desire it. What is wrong is seeking it outside when it is inside." "Heart is merely another name for the Supreme Spirit, because He is in all hearts. The entire Universe is condensed in the body, and the entire body in the Heart. Thus the Heart."
The benefit you will get is THE CLARITY ABOUT WHO YOU ARE, GENUINE CONFIDENCE AND HOPE IN YOUR LIFE.
Possible dates: October 6-7, 13-14, 20-21 and 27-28, 2012
Start 9am on Saturday, finish 4pm on Sunday.
Program Fee: $330 (not including accommodations)
Early Registration by June: $297 (reflects 10% off), By July: $313.5 (5%off)
Location : Honor's Haven Resort & Spa, Ellenville, NY 12428
Contact : 845-210-3144, cshim@honorshaven.com
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