Module 3: Balancing Body and Mind

Introduction

Over the last two weeks we looked at our jobs; what we like and don't like, and what parts we have control over. We identified the parts of the job that are stressful and how our brain and bodies respond to stress. Last week we explored how positive self-talk and other mindful practices can help deal with stress. This week we'll explore several dimensions of physical health and the mind-body balance of wellness.

Elder Doug Modig

Dr. Rita Pitka Blumestein
Traditional Healer, ANTHC

Dr. Rita Pitka Blumenstein was the first certified traditional doctor in Alaska. She works for the Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium. Dr. Blumenstein has been a member of the International Council of 13 Indigenous Grandmothers—a group of spiritual elders, medicine women, and wisdom keepers—since its founding in 2004.

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Learning objectives:

  1. Describe what physical wellness means to me.
  2. Identify and reflect on a new physical wellness habit.
  3. Practice and reflect on another mindful habit.
HH Plan In this Module, you will choose one assignment to add to your Healthy Healers Plan.

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