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Becket Federated Church, Route 8, holiday bazaar from 9-3. Lunch, crafts, baked goods, holiday and other items. Information: Mary Peltier, Parish House, 413-623-5217.
Dec. 5
Holiday Fair at First Congregational Church, 25 Park Place, Lee, from 10 to 3; handcrafted items, raffles, children's shop, bake sale, cut Christmas trees and lunch from 11 to 1. Includes angel-themed goods from SERRV. Information, 413-243-1033 or www.ucc-lee.org.
Dec. 12-13
North Adams Country Club, crafts 9-4; food from That's a Wrap from 11-2. Information: Sheryl Morehouse at 413-822-3329.
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Counseling Corner: Can A Healthier Attitude Mean A Healthier Child?By the American Counseling Association
02:51PM / Sunday, November 09, 2008
We all want our children to be as healthy as possible, but we also realize minor infections and illnesses are inevitable. Any child of school age is constantly exposed to lots of viruses and germs.
There are, of course, things we can do to help our children avoid some of those cold and flu bugs. Teaching preventative hygiene, like frequent hand washing and not sharing mouth-touched drinks and foods with friends, can certainly help. Preventative medicine, like flu shots, is also important.
A healthy diet and plenty of rest will also play big roles. Our bodies are usually great at fighting off the bacteria and viruses we encounter daily, but poor nutrition and lack of rest can rob them of the strength to combat those illness-causing bugs.
Another action to lessen the likelihood of illness is to help your child reduce his or her stress. Research has found that stress weakens the immune system, yet even very young children encounter school and friend situations that raise stress levels.
Most of the time, parents don't need to fix the stress-inducing problem for their children, but rather just need to be a sympathetic and understanding audience. Really listening to your child's concerns can reduce feelings of anxiety and stress.
If your child does fall ill, helping him or her have a more positive attitude can lead to a quicker return to good health. Simply smiling, for example, can make a big difference.
A parent of a sick child often will look worried and concerned as they talk to that child, which helps convince the child that he or she should also feel worried and concerned. A big smile, instead, helps relieve tension and anxiety, and creates an attitude of wellness rather than sickness.
You also want to use positive phrases with your child. Instead of repeatedly asking what hurts or what's wrong, try asking what's feeling better or what's good.
The simple acts of touching and hugging can also be great medicine. Studies have found that touching and bonding literally help strengthen the immune system. Holding an ill child while watching TV or reading a book together can mean getting better faster.
Viruses and bacteria are always going to be out there. But healthy eating, plenty of rest and loving parents who are there to help a child have a positive, less-stressful attitude can do a great deal to keep those bugs at a distance.
The Counseling Corner is provided as a public service by the American Counseling Association, the nation's largest organization of counseling professionals. Learn more about the counseling profession at www.counseling.org. |
| Developing a positive attitude to life can be a great way to reduce stress and increase optimism. Both are good for the physical and mental health of adults and children. Children are experiencing stress and depression like never before. I have developed Happy Mails for children, which are designed to increase optimism and wellbeing, as children reflect on the good in their lives and have opportunities to try new things and use their strengths. Visit www.makethechange.com.au to find out more. | | from: Julia Barnard | on: 11-10-2008 |
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