Mahaiwe Chiropractic, Health & Nutrition Services

Dear readers, saw this today in the New York Times:  http://opinionator.blogs.nytimes.com/2010/02/23/stand-up-while-you-read-this/?8ty&emc=ty I know I've become more sedentary in the past few years and it helps to explain the struggle I've been having with that steady creep up of the scale.  Reading this gives me more incentive to keep moving throughout the day. Happy moving! Dr. Jan    ... Read more...

Hi, friends.  Here are two links that provides lots of great information about relaxation and stress reduction techniques.  The second one has audio recordings you can listen to and practice with.   Enjoy!   http://www.helpguide.org/mental/stress_relief_meditation_yoga_relaxation.htm http://students.georgiasouthern.edu/counseling/relax/OnlineRelax07.htm Dr. Jan... Read more...

I heard a fascinating study on the radio the other day (you can probably search it on the NPR website).  I'll summarize the findings.  Two groups of subjects were asked to remember a series of numbers.  One group had to remember only two numbers, the other group had to remember 7 (the same amount as in a phone number).  The subjects were given a seemingly simple task:  to walk down a hallway, go to another office, and tell the person in the office their series of numb... Read more...

Hello, all!  A meditation group takes place each Sunday from 10:00 a.m. until noon.  The location is 10 Cottage Street in Great Barrington, and there is no fee for the group although a small donation would be welcome. Participants can come on a drop in basis, and stay for any length of time.  I attend and it is a very calm, safe environment to practice in.  Come join us! For more information you can contact me, Jan Seward,  at (413) 644 -9827, or Sarah... Read more...