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Brain Art
Posted on November 29, 2016 by Catherine Boyer in New York Neurofeedback, The BrainA quick post today because I think you’ll enjoy this STAT News article on the brain-related art that is showing up more and more frequently, at least around the United States. Many thanks to Nikki Sopchak of Serenity Neurofeedback for passing this on. Brain art This image is the work of sculptor Ralph Helmick. Neurofeedback trainers […]
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Emotions and the Brain
Posted on October 25, 2016 by Catherine Boyer in NeurOptimal®, New York Neurofeedback, The BrainRecent neuroscience research indicates that, contrary to prior and popular belief, no one brain region is dedicated to any single emotion. As is true of many brain functions, emotions activate more than one area of the brain. This interesting research is described well in a New York Times article by Lisa Feldman Barrett, Professor of Psychology […]
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NeurOptimal® Miracles Every Day
Posted on September 27, 2016 by Catherine Boyer in Mental Wellness, New York Neurofeedback, Personal System, Stress management, What to expectHere is a lovely short video in which NeurOptimal® Dynamical Neurofeedback® trainers talk about their experiences doing this work. This was filmed at our Focus on Research conference in 2014. Trainers came to it from all around the world. The research presentations were rich, and the company was splendid. We all share a passion for this […]
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What Can You Expect from Neurofeedback?
Posted on August 30, 2016 by Catherine Boyer in Mental Wellness, NeurOptimal®, New York Neurofeedback, Peak performance, Sleep, Stress management, What to expectComments Off on What Can You Expect from Neurofeedback? Continue Reading... -
Being in the Moment
Posted on July 26, 2016 by Catherine Boyer in New York Neurofeedback, Peak performanceNeurOptimal® Dynamical Neurofeedback® trains the whole brain. Most clients report more ability to stay in the present moment. This can manifest in their lives as increased ability to respond well to others, more ease with decision making, performing better at work or in sports, all the things that can improve when we’re more fully there. This amazing […]
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Neurofeedback Builds Empathy
Posted on June 28, 2016 by Catherine Boyer in New York Neurofeedback, The BrainScientific American published an article in 2014 titled Neurofeedback Increases Affection, Builds Empathy. In the research described, study participants were asked to recall moments when they were in social situations and felt proud, tender or neutral. They were then instructed while in an fMRI (functional magnetic resonance imaging) chamber to recall those times. Half the participants saw a […]
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Neurofeedback and Peak Performance
Posted on May 24, 2016 by Catherine Boyer in Mental Wellness, New York Neurofeedback, Peak performance, Stress managementHow can neurofeedback help you improve your game? Here are three of the ways: Stay in the moment (this means being in the “flow” state) Reduce anxiety and use that energy for your game Be able to let go of mistakes and refocus quickly Of course, this doesn’t just apply to sports; but here’s an […]
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NeurOptimal® Neurofeedback for Stress
Posted on April 26, 2016 by Catherine Boyer in Mental Wellness, NeurOptimal®, New York Neurofeedback, Stress managementFeeling stressed is miserable, as anyone who suffers from it will attest. And too much of it is bad for the body and bad for the brain. Stress hormones are powerful and necessary. We need them when we’re in actual danger, but too many of us walk around floating in cortisol and adrenaline when they aren’t […]
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Your Brain is More Organized than You Think
Posted on March 29, 2016 by Catherine Boyer in New York Neurofeedback, The BrainIf you’re interested in the workings of your brain, this is a short, fun to read article from NPR’s health blog that addresses some interesting questions: How is your brain like Manhattan? (If you’ve never been here, most of our streets are organized in a grid.) How could the most complex system on the Earth […]
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Time in Nature Boosts Vitality
Posted on February 23, 2016 by Catherine Boyer in Mental Wellness, New York NeurofeedbackWhile you’re deciding if neurofeedback is right for you, there’s a simple thing you can do to improve your life that is backed up by science. Research shows that spending more time in nature increases well-being and energy. A series of studies published in the June 2010 issue of the Journal of Environmental Psychology found, […]
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