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THRIVE

THRIVE is an unconventional documentary that lifts the veil on what's REALLY going on in our world by following the money upstream -- uncovering the global consolidation of power in nearly every aspect of our lives. Weaving together breakthroughs in science, consciousness and activism, THRIVE offers real solutions, empowering us with unprecedented and bold strategies for reclaiming our lives and our future.  Watch the movie for FREE at http://www.thrivemovement.com/the_movie.

 

 

Wisdom Emerging Workshop

Recently Barbara attended an IONS workshop entitled Wisdom Emerging.  Below she shares about her experience there as well as some pictures from the workshop.

Over the course of four days, a group of 36 from across the US and as far away as the Bahamas and Australia met one another at the intersection of leadership, spirituality and courageous action. (I was one of 36) Both an indoor and outdoor labyrinth were used in service of eliciting and deepening heart-felt wisdom at both the personal and collective transformation. Together we learned about the nature of social fields, our power within them and our power to shift them.

It was a nourshing, enriching and profound direct exploration of ourselves as co-creators of a shared reality- learning to embody new models of group power and leadership, preparing ourselves as way-finders and guides at this time when our human systems strain between structure and ambiguity, familiar habits of the past and elusive pathways to our future.

From “EnlightenNext”, Andrew Cohen’s Quote of the Week

The Paradox of Meditation

The meditation experience is interesting because on one hand it is about
completely letting go of everything, and on the other hand, it is about paying more
attention. It's a paradox. Let go of everything and have the courage and faith
and conviction to keep letting go, fearlessly, no matter what arises. But don't
let go of consciousness, don't let go of attention, don't let go of awareness.
Meditation is the paradox between those two positions.

--Andrew Cohen

Winter Solstice Celebration

Below is a link to an interesting article about Winter Solstice.

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/12/19/winter-solstice-2011_n_1156526.html

Join in the Winter Solstice Celebration at HMHC on Wednesday, December 21, 2011, at 6:30 p.m. All are invited.

National Nurses Week 2011

Greetings! National Nurses Week is celebrated each year beginning on May 6th and ending on May 12th, Florence Nightingale's birthday. The purpose of the week is to recognize the contributions of the nation’s registered nurses and to educate the public about the role we play in meeting the diverse health care needs of the American people.

This year, the American Nurses Association (ANA), with its constituent and state nurses associations, salute the nation’s 3.1 million nurses with the theme Nurses Trusted to Care.

The theme reflects an enduring belief in an ever-changing world: the public trusts us.  For the 11th year, nurses were voted the most trusted profession in Gallup's annual survey that ranks professions for their honesty and ethics.

That trust takes on added significance now.  As our nation undertakes transformative health care reform, we have unprecedented opportunities to optimize our practice, drive change and shape the health care system of the future.  Our knowledge and expertise are in demand, and how we rise to meet today’s challenges will influence how our health care system looks in 10 years.

Put more simply, the nursing profession has an opportunity to apply its unique talents and knowledge to make the changes nurses know are best for patients.  In clinical settings, communities and at policy-making tables, we need to raise our voices and be heard.  The good news is that every nurse is a leader!

Our country is calling on us to embrace our role as leaders. This year, during National Nurses Week, ANA is focusing a spotlight on leadership.  I hope that you will join us for a webinar about leadership on May 10 and that you will cast your vote in our “I am a nurse, I am a leader” video contest.

As I travel around the country sharing ANA’s message, I am awed and inspired by what nurses do every day. Your dedication, innovation and commitment are remarkable, and you demonstrate every day why nurses continue to earn the public’s trust. Thank you for all you do. Thank you for supporting your professional association. Together, we can take the lead on shaping the health care system of the future.

Sincerely,


Karen A. Daley, PhD, MPH, RN, FAAN

P.S. One of the simplest ways to build our leadership capacity as a profession is to share this message with a nurse colleague.

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Bag the Bag for Earth Day 2011

Go to thegreenlifeonline.org to take the pledge to give up using plastic bags and enter to win "Bag It" on DVD.

Bag the Bag for Earth Day 2011 & Enter to Win "Bag It" on DVD

The average American uses 500 plastic bags every year. If everyone in the United States tied their annual consumption of plastic bags together in a giant chain, it would reach around the Earth’s equator 776 times!

Plastic bags are bad for the environment, from the oil used in their production to the devastation of sea life caused by the millions of bags that end up in the ocean. We need to stop using them.

So we're asking folks to Bag the Bag this Earth Day, and pledge to give up using plastic bags.

And by taking the pledge, you'll be entered to win one of five copies of Bag It on DVD. Bag It is an award-winning documentary about the problem of single-use plastic and what can be done about it.

You can find out about more ways to spread the word about the Bag the Bag pledge and enter our giveaway up to three more times after taking the pledge and help us reach our goal of 1,000 pledges to Bag the Bag this Earth Day. All you need to do to enter is take the pledge and spread the word -- no contribution is necessary. Winners will be chosen randomly from pledges and other promotional activity completed by April 23, and will be contacted on Monday, April 25. This promotion is limited to people living in the United States

Mindfulness-Based Well-Being

Mindfulness-Based Well-Being

Join Barbara Mader and Misty McArthur for an experiential day retreat filled with renewal, restoration, and rejuvenation.  Using time honored traditions along with evidence-based practices, this workshop will provide the tools necessary to assist you in embracing integrated health and well-being in your daily life.  Some of the mindfulness-based wellness techniques include Qigong, guided imagery, emotional freedom technique, labyrinth meditation, progressive relaxation, insight journaling, and reflective sharing.  Bring a lunch.  Contact ENMU Ruidoso Community Education Dept. at 257-3012 to register.

Instructors:  Barbara Mader, RN and Misty McArthur, LMSW

Date: Saturday, Apr. 9

Time: 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

Fee: $75.00

Location: The Yurt at the High Mesa Healing Center

Subject: No more shootings, no more hate!

Subject: No more shootings, no more hate

My friends,

In the wake of the mass shooting of Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords and 19 others in Tucson, we must end the violent rhetoric that has exploded in American politics over the past two years.

That's why I signed this petition calling on every member of Congress, as well as the major TV news networks, to put an end to any overt or implied appeals to violence in our political debate. 
Can you join me at the link below?

http://pol.moveon.org/debatenothate/?r_by=25761-8555671-AWvgklx&rc=paste

From me:

You'll have the opportunity to put in your own 2 cents' worth -I surely did, asking for patience, forbearance, compassion, decency and willingness to accord to others the respect I desire for myself and my concerns.

Would take this opportunity to express your own desire for transformation in our public discourse?  Thanks!

Barbara

Nurses ~ Now they have a Special Day in Ruidoso!

2010 has been proclaimed The International Year of the Nurse. And now it is official in our Village of Ruidoso, too!

Earlier this week at the Ruidoso Village Council meeting, Mayor Ray Alborn proclaimed May 12, 2010, Florence Nightingale Day. Nurses from around the world honor Florence Nightingale and her legacy to nursing by "relighting the lamp" and carrying the vision of nurses united in healing into the future. We join with the American Holistic Nurses Association and the nursing community at large and honor all Nurses in the practice of nursing.

Our own Barbara Mader was in attendance and accepted the proclamation on behalf of the American Nurses Association, the American Holistic Nurses Association and the local nursing community.

On behalf of the American Holistic Nurses Association, Barbara Mader, RN presented Jennifer Chadwick, RN the Florence Nightingale Commemorative Coin in recognition for her years of service to this community. Jennifer is well known for her dedication to the health and well being of Lincoln County. Serving as Chair and continuing on the Executive Committee,  her leadership made a very positive impact on the Lincoln County Health Council. Seeing a need for quality home health care and hospice Jennifer created Ruidoso Home Health and Hospice which has proved to be a valuable service to this community. Those who know Jennifer will agree that she carries many of the attributes of Florence Nightingale. Congratulations Jennifer.

Barbara Speaks on A Healthy America

As a grandmother of 6, I am concerned about the health of our young children. As a former public health nurse I am alarmed by what young people are putting in their mouths and and call it food.

Just wanted you to be aware of this national challenge.

Peace, Love and Blessings,

Barbara

I am a nurse and part of a global community

Please take a moment to watch the video below, and then spread the word. Thank you.