"Memory Tips" & "Arguing with Your Teen" are Topics

The Stratford Library has two upcoming talks presented on Zoom.

"MEMORY TIPS"
Guest Speaker: Dr. Wendy Hurwitz, M.D.

Wednesday, September 21, 2022, 12-1 pm

Did you know that a recent study from Stanford University suggests that the techniques used by memory athletes can be taught, learned, and create changes in the brain that enhance memory skill?

Come learn about the tips and techniques used by memory athletes . Register for free Zoom link: https://stratfordlibrary.libcal.com/event/9451193

About Dr. Wendy Hurwitz: A graduate of Yale University School of Medicine, Dr. Hurwitz is a nationally recognized expert on stress. A former medical researcher for ABC News, Dr. Hurwitz is an expert in two fields: Mind/Body Medicine and Energy Medicine. She teaches both professionals and students in medicine, psychology, and the allied health professions, and has lectured at Harvard Medical School, Yale University School of Medicine, Columbia University, University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, University of Connecticut School of Medicine, NYU, and Fordham University. Dr. Hurwitz is the author of the chapter Energy Medicine in the textbook Micozzi, M (ed): Fundamentals of Complementary and Alternative Medicine 2nd Edition, Churchill Livingstone, Philadelphia, 2001. She has a forthcoming book on stress. Dr. Hurwitz is a former member of the Medical, Scientific, and Academic Council of the Inter\u0002national Society for the Study of Subtle Energies and Energy Medicine; member of the Academy of Integrative Health and Medicine; Fellow of the American Institute of Stress; member of the International Positive Psychology Association; member of the American Counseling Association; and an American Red Cross Local Disaster Volunteer. She has used energetic assessments for over two decades in her own work with clients. Based in New York City, Dr. Hurwitz offers consultations in person and by phone. Dr. Hurwitz helps organizations and individuals achieve peak performance by enhancing vitality and wellness. She provides individual energetic assessments, personal consultation, training, lectures, seminars, and workshops. She translates the latest and most sophisticated scientific research on stress and energy into practical, easy-to-use techniques people can use to maintain and enhance vitality even under the most trying circumstances. Dr. Hurwitz has provided training for AT&T, Unilever, Lowe Worldwide, the FDNY, and has been an invited guest speaker at the United Nations.

"TIRED OF ARGUING WITH YOUR TEEN? CHANGE IS POSSIBLE"
Guest Speaker: Lianne Dixon

Thursday, September 29, 2022, 7-8 pm
Parent Coach and Windsor resident Lianne Dixon will conduct a public presentation for parents who are tired of arguing with their teens. Discover high-impact strategies that create less room for arguing and more room for connection. Explore the benefit of using visualization to help create the relationship you want. Learn mindful practices that are critical in setting the scene for more peaceful communication

and joyful connection. Register for free Zoom link: https://stratfordlibrary.libcal.com/event/9178317