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Gratitude in the Midst of Loss

by Dr. Randy Kamen Gredinger on November 2, 2011

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Rachel developed gratitude in the face of personal loss. She learned one of the secrets to becoming happier and more optimistic. Rachel changed the way she perceived herself and others by incorporating a greater sense of appreciation into her daily life.

She found herself going to bed each night feeling a sense of loss, anger and loneliness. Rachel recently ended her three-year relationship with her charming and quite handsome live-in boyfriend after discovering through a trusted girlfriend that Richard had been repeatedly unfaithful. Everyone seemed to know but Rachel.

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At The Massachusetts Conference for Women Gloria Steinem Inspires Leadership

by Dr. Randy Kamen Gredinger on December 20, 2010

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“We have to recover the art of making ourselves central,” said Gloria Steinem addressing more than 6,500 women at the 6th annual Massachusetts Conference for Women earlier this month. The keynote speakers included the renowned Gloria Steinem, Victoria Reggie Kennedy, Elizabeth Lesser, Judge Glenda Hatchett, Christy Turlington Burns and Tory Johnson. The focus was on women [click to continue…]

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Who are the Happiest Women? the Video

by Dr. Randy Kamen Gredinger on October 17, 2010

This video describes some of the essential characteristics of the happiest women.

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Hitting the Road for a Chat, Chew & Chocolate Retreat

by Dr. Randy Kamen Gredinger on September 15, 2010

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Living the fast-paced, glamorous New York City lifestyle, Dena Patton started a thriving business there at the age of only 24. Just a few years later, she suffered a minor stroke that changed the course of her life. After consulting a life coach to help her make some lifestyle changes, Dena decided to become a life coach herself. In 2004 she founded Chat, Chew & Chocolate, (CCC), an online community of women looking for connection and inspiration. In addition to local live chapters, Dena organizes CCC retreats in Arizona where she is based.

The retreats are designed for women to connect, relax and rejuvenate. I will be participating in the next retreat – October 1-3, 2010 – as a mentor and facilitator. The other featured speakers are [click to continue…]

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Empty Nest, Full Heart

by Dr. Randy Kamen Gredinger on August 23, 2010

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My heart weighed heavy this week. Empty nest pangs gnawing at me yet again. My two college age children headed back to their respective schools in upstate New York and Delaware. I cherished our time together as a family during their summer break as never before. No fancy vacations, no beach time together, none of our usual summer rituals. This summer was devoted to helping Mom get back on her feet after a difficult surgery and reviving her usual active life.

The golden lining of this challenging time was experiencing the depth of love and compassion that deeply bonds our family together. I did not fully appreciate [click to continue…]

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Meet the Irrepressible Cheryl Savit

by Dr. Randy Kamen Gredinger08.17.2010 Breast Cancer
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Cheryl possesses a smile that lights up a room. It’s an undeniable blend of mischief, optimism and a great sense of humor. She knows her share of pain and loss and yet she’s somehow figured out the key to maintaining a consistently positive mental attitude, with only the occasional lapses into turbulence. A breast cancer [...]

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Who Takes Care of the Caretaker?

by Dr. Randy Kamen Gredinger08.10.2010 Communication
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Years ago I conducted workshops and seminars to physicians at the Boston University School of Medicine. The well-attended meetings were about “Who Takes Care of the Physician?” This subject continues to warrant attention, however I’ve come to realize that nurses, aides, home health care providers and our reliable family members, also need to be cared [...]

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Nancy Bergstein: A Role Model for the Sandwich Generation

by Dr. Randy Kamen Gredinger07.13.2010 Relationships
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Ten years ago if anyone had asked Nancy Bergstein what her world would be like once both of her daughters had left for college, she probably could not have imagined the satisfying, vibrant and full life she leads today. Between working, volunteering, caring for her elderly mother and nurturing her daughters and husband, Nancy has [...]

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Maintaining a Positive Mental Attitude in the Face of a Physical Injury

by Dr. Randy Kamen Gredinger04.30.2010 Affirmations
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Physical activity has always been a saving grace for me. As a teenager I loved swimming in the summers and running along the beach with my dog whenever I could. One day while meandering through the Brooklyn College bookstore I discovered a book on the practice of yoga. As I read that book, gleaning various [...]

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The Activities of the Happiest Women (video text)

by Dr. Randy Kamen Gredinger04.26.2010 Positive Psychology

The Activites of the Happiest Women (text to video) Some of the activities of the happiest women include: The happiest women surround themselves with loving family and friends. In general they spend the least amount of time alone. They do not measure themselves by other people’s standards. The happiest women get immersed on a regular basis in flow [...]

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