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Podcast: Enhanced Professional Image Via Improved Memory

6/28/2013

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How many of you could benefit from an improved professional image? I know, I know...we're all great but seriously, we EACH could benefit from an improved professional image with our clients and prospective clients. 

One of the easiest and most effective ways to do this is through an improved memory and improving your memory isn't as difficult as you think.

Intrigued?  Take a listen to Jennifer's podcast from this week and you'll learn more about the What, Why and How...








Are you ready to take the next step toward improving your professional image? I'm ready to show you how. 



Until next time, keep growing and blooming.


Jen
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Video: Using Visualization and Association to Improve Memory

6/26/2013

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Hi Everyone,


It's Wednesday which means a video blog for you...


This week, I explain how to improve your ability to remember information that is important to you, using a Visualization and Association technique. These tips wlll be useful for ANYONE who wants to improve their ability to remember names for business, important items to do their job or students needing to remember items for school. 
I'm curious, what have you found helps you to remember names or things? Please share in the comments. 


As always, keep growing and blooming. 

Jen
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Visualize for a Better Memory

6/24/2013

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Did you know that most people can remember images more easily than words?  Think about it. Close your eyes and try to remember something from your past like your grandmother's face or house. Can you do it? Now, try to remember her voice~not as easy, is it? 


Studies conducted since the 1970's tell us that images are a much more concrete way to remember things than words and this is why it can be such a fantastic tool for helping us improve memory for learning, better job performance and life in general. Why is it then that we aren't using this technique more often? Honestly, it's because most just don't know how to do it~especially with children.


So, where to begin?


If I'm working with an individual who wants/needs to improve memory we start with visualization of an object. It goes something like this:


~Pick an object in this room that we can both see
~I want you to look at the {object name} for 1 minute, making sure you take in each detail about it
~Now, close your eyes and get a picture in your mind of the {object name}. {I'll then ask, "Can you see it?"}
~Then, with eyes still closed, I will ask the following questions:
  • What is the object you are seeing?
  • What color is the {object name}?
  • Where is this {object name} located?
  • What size is this {object name}? 
  • What shape is this {object name}?
  • Is there anything else you can tell me about this {object name}?
  • etc...



The questioning is designed to keep them focusing on the picture in their mind and think more deeply about creating an image. It is surprising how many people have difficulty keeping their eyes closed for a short amount of time. For some, this would be the first thing to master...being able to actually keep their eyes closed to focus on the image. 


After the individual gets adept at recalling details about an object they have just seen/studied, you would then move to having them create an image based upon words you have read to them {eg. a description of an object}. After that, you would then move on to even more difficult tasks like being able to picture an entire scene in their mind. 


One of the most important things to remember is that you always want to pair the visual with the verbal so the individual is associating the two which is what will improve their memory more quickly and effectively. 


Give it a try and see if it helps you or your child. If you find you need more assistance get in touch with me. 


Until next time, keep growing and blooming. 


Jen







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Podcast: A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words

6/21/2013

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Do you think in pictures? Can you easily form a picture in your mind of something when you read or hear about it? 


If you answered "yes" then you have a well developed visual spatial sense. 


Being able to think in pictures is a definite asset in almost any setting/profession. Being able to visually communicate what you mean {hence the picture is worth a thousand words title} is a skill that everyone needs to master. Whether dealing with your own picky eater, child with Executive Function challenges, clients or staff members ...being able to tap into their visual spatial sense will enhance your communication on many levels.


Take 15 minutes to listen to Jennifer's podcast {below} from this week to learn why thinking in pictures enhances communication. 


Until next time, keep growing and blooming...


Jen 
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Video: Strengthen Executive Functions with the Shadowing Technique

6/19/2013

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Hi everyone!

I took a quick minute yesterday to shoot a video further explaining how you can use the shadowing technique at home. Take a minute to watch it~come on, it's less than a minute and a half of your life~you'll learn something new too! 

 Then let me know how else you could use shadowing at home by leaving a comment here on the blog! I'd love to hear how you plan to use it to help your child strengthen their Executive Function Skills this summer. 


Do you have a task that you want your child to become independent with but don't know where to start? Get in touch! I'd love to help you get started. 



Until next time...



Keep growing and blooming!


Jen
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Me and My Shadow:Chores and Executive Function Skills

6/17/2013

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The key to helping children learn through daily tasks is to make sure you follow a method that works. Too often, we tell our kids what we expect or want them to do but we don't show them. This is a problem because my idea of a clean room, organized backpack or completed homework may not be theirs.  We each have very different visions of what the above looks like. 

So, how do we gain a better chance of everyone being on the same page and having the same vision? By shadowing. 



How do we shadow? 

First, only have your child shadow you on chores that are age apprpriate for them. You can find a nice list here.
Next, make sure you SHOW and explain any of the tools you use {this is a spray bottle etc..}
Next, SHOW and explain the actions you use {this is how you scrub etc..}
Next, make sure you SHOW and explain any directional words {move side to side etc..}
Next, make sure you SHOW and explain WHY you are doing what you are doing {I scrub side to side to get all of the dirt off}
Finally, after several sessions of shadowing you let your child complete the final step. Then on the next shadow event you let them complete the final two steps and so on and so on until they are independent with the chore.

Shadowing is a great way to strengthen Executive Function skills, works for ALL ages and is a very nice fit for those who are visual learners.

Remember that for success, we must visualize the end goal. In this case, it is helping our child visualize the end goal of completing their chore...with the side benefit of strengthening their Executive Function Skills. 

Until next time....

Keep growing and blooming. 

Jen



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Creating A Vision: Roadmap to Stay on Track

6/14/2013

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" There is nothing like a dream to create the future"
~Victor Hugo

How are you all doing with your vision for the goals you want to achieve for yourself or your child? Do you have an idea of what ONE thing, if it improved, would make your life {business, personal or your child's} infinitely better? 

Take a minute to listen to my 15 minute podcast from this week. It will help you take the first steps toward creating that vision that will keep you on track to reaching your goal(s). 


Until next time, keep growing and blooming...


Jen
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Monthly Theme: Creating a Vision

6/12/2013

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So many times, I find myself counseling my clients to remember that the therapeutic process is not a "quick fix." There are many, many layers to improving, let's say, a child's feeding skills. The parents' goal may be to have "stress free meals" but there are likely at least 10 or more layers to that main vision of "stress free meals."  

We often get so hyperfocused on the big goal that we don't see the progress we've made on the path to the big goal; the layers or small victories along the way.

Take a listen to my video blog post below to find out how to create a vision that looks toward the big goal but doesn't let the layers or small victories go unnoticed. 


Keep growing and blooming!


Jen
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