... sex talk at OHM talks ... (life coach, counselor, psychotherapist, clinical psychologist, psychiatrist. osteopath, quezon city, manila, philippines)

just this weekend, OHM TALKS launched a 2-day conference at the Elements, Centris Mall in Quezon City.  OHM is an acronym for OCCUPY your HIGHER MIND and the 2-day conference showcased speakers who gave inspirational, thought-provoking, and life-changing talks intended to raise the higher mind.

with jake batoon and nathan de leon of ohm talks, 

and ms. agnes agbayani of life change recovery center

sexual and reproductive health is an aspect of wellness that deserves more attention since many people experience sexual dysfunction but suffer in silence because they are embarrassed to get help or simply because they don't know who to get help from.  at OHM TALKS, i disseminated some information on common sexual dysfunctions which i hope was helpful for the attendees.  

sex therapy 101

hyposexual desire

premature ejaculation

erectile dysfunction

body image issues

OHM TALKS offers a venue for people with a noble vision for wellness and holistic living to converge and share ideas.   it was a thrilling experience for me to hobnob with new and old friends of kindred spirit.

congratulations OHM TALKS!  i just hope your next conference happens very soon!   

... christian reiki healing / certification program in the philippines ... (life coach, counselor, psychotherapist, psychologist, psychiatrist)

Program Title: Reiki Master Healer Certification Program

Facilitator: Randy Misael S. Dellosa, M.D., Psy.D., F.P.S.L.C., M.Acu.

Class Hours: July 16-17, 23; 1pm - 6pm

Venue: Ripples Store, 3^rd level, East Wing, Robinsons Galleria, Ortigas Ave corner EDSA

Program Description:

Reiki is a Japanese term referring to the “life force” or “vital energy” which resides in all living things. Reiki Energy Healing is based on an ancient Tibetan technique, developed in the late 19^th century by Dr. Mikao Usui. It involves the transmission of healing energy through the gentle laying on of hands, to facilitate physical, emotional, and mental well-being. For more information on Reiki, visit www.christianreiki.org/info/FAQ.htm and www.katherineepperly.com/reiki/.

The Reiki Master Healer Certification Program equips participants with the foundational principles, attitudes, and skills of Reiki Energy Healing. The teaching methods used in this training program include lectures, discussions, skills-building activities, video instructionals, sensitivity development exercises, actual practice, and supervision. This program is designed for anyone who wants to learn a natural way of healing one’s self and others.

.....Reiki Master Healer Certification Program Outline:

Level 1: Shoden (The Entrance)

· The Self-Care Reiki Routine
· Energy Sensitizing Exercises
· The Reiki Process for Facilitating Healing in Others

Level 2: Okuden (The Deep Inside)

· The 3 Healing Symbols
· Using the 3 Healing Symbols for Self and Others
· Distance Healing
· Usui Stone Method

Level 3: Shinpiden (The Mystery)

· The Empowerment Symbol
· Using the Empowerment Symbol
· The Reiki Code of Ethics
· The Reiki Precepts

Cost:

• Fee includes hand-outs and certificates of completion for each level.

For Pre-Registration and Inquiries:

· Ripples B&GS – 3401214; 6551982

· Dustin or Ika – 0922-887-1158

· Yasmin – 0922-876-1460; 0918-352-9412

Facilitator Profile:

• Randy Misael S. Dellosa is an experienced practitioner of Energy Medicine. Randy helps people experience physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being through various energy healing approaches such as Reiki, Medical Qigong, Quantum Touch, Emotional Release Therapy, Polarity Therapy, Metamorphic Technique, and Pranic Healing. Randy is also a life coach, psychotherapist, clinical psychologist, psychiatrist, and physician.

... OFWs as heroes? ... (philippines, life coach, counselor, psychotherapist, psychologist, psychiatrist)

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of course they are! just think about the homesickness, loneliness, and cultural struggles that OFWs have to endure. what makes matters worse is if they have cruel bosses or hostile co-workers.

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but hey, let's not forget that the spouses of these OFWs are heroes too!

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these spouses are left with the obligation of having to serve as both father and mother at the same time, hence the monicker "natay" or "tanay" (depending on who's left behind). they become beasts of burden as they simultaneously manage

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• the household (i.e., doing the laundry, cooking, cleaning, repairs),
• the children (i.e., helping them with their schoolwork, enforcing discipline, driving them to school, attending PTA meetings, etc.)
• the finances,
• their career,
• their parents and in-laws,
• their emotions (loneliness, stress, pining for intimacy, etc.), and
• everything else.

sadly, another burden they experience is when they get falsely accused of financial mismanagement ("saan ba napupunta ang perang pinapadala ko sa iyo?) or having illicit affairs.

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although seafarers aren't exactly OFWs, they also spend long periods of time away from their families. hence, their spouses suffer the same fate as the spouses of OFWs.

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but whether spouse of OFW, seafarer, or anyone else, it's always satisfying for me to assist them in their emotional burdens. this time, my chance to help them comes in the form of teaching them how to be good peer counselors for each other. i hope that they become a good support for each other in their times of difficulties and crises.

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with ms. rita lim seno-ogbinar, head of the women & children's desk of the international seafarers action center philippines.

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