INNERCHOICE PUBLISHING, INC.
WELLINGTON, FLORIDA

Our story began over 20 years ago when Innerchoice Publishing first came into existence.  The centerpiece of this fledgling company was the Magic Circle Process, itself over twenty years of age.  Using the fundamentals of this process, Innerchoice created the Sharing Circle strategy to facilitate growth in the areas of social interaction, awareness, and mastery. Of course, we want to hear from you and will welcome your insights, comments, and suggestions.  But, why stop there.  Email and phone conversations are great; however, as far as we’re concerned, face-to-face meetings are even better.  So, let’s get together.  We are participating in conferences and other gatherings all over the country.   We’ll keep you advised as things are added to our calendar.  We’d love to meet and talk with you so that we can learn from what you share with us and so that you can find out what Innerchoice can do to support your efforts.  INNERCHOICE Publishing #2 School stress levels may be getting worse. Let’s start with kids. Over 20% of adolescents nationwide (ages 11-17) have some type of a stress disorder (depression, reactive attachment disorder, learned helplessness, bipolar, etc.) Top 3 kids stressors are 1) school academic pressures 2) family pressure and 3) bullying ( #3 Chronic stress hurts student achievement. It is well known that chronic stress contributes to over half of all school absences (Johnston-Brooks, et al. 1998). The ways to reduce this in the classroom include: a) more physical activity, yoga or stretching, b) greater sense of control, including decision-making and responsibility, and c) improved coping skills. (Share everyday incidents with your students and let them suggest how they would solve the problem.) #4 Chronic stress reduces neurogenesis, the production of new brain cells. (DiBellis, et al. 2001). This contributes to impaired attention, learning and memory (Lupien, et al., 2001). Three ways to boost neurogenesis are exercise, new learning and positive social contact. #6 Chronic stress levels can be reset in your body, like a thermostat. Homeostasis only happens sometimes. PTSD and depression are good examples of an “allostatic load” or adjusted stress thermostat, meaning a “new normal.” The longer you are in any physiological state (e.g. depression, anger, happiness), the more stable that state becomes. It may even become the “default state” that you revert to over and over. That’s why, if you become depressed, you should get help immediately. —Provide a new perspective and the stressor may go away (“She’s young, she’ll learn.” Or, “He just doesn’t know how to show affection.”) —Chronic stress consumes resources, so better nutrition can help your body cope better. Omega 3 oils, simple carbohydrates (just less of them), more proteins, fruits and vegetables will strengthen your immune system. —Provide students with an increasing sense of control over their daily lives. The good news is that chronic stress can be reduced. Our story began over 20 years ago when Innerchoice Publishing first came into existence.  The centerpiece of this fledgling company was the Magic Circle Process, itself over twenty years of age.  Using the fundamentals of this process, Innerchoice created the Sharing Circle strategy to facilitate growth in the areas of social interaction, awareness, and mastery. Of course, we want to hear from you and will welcome your insights, comments, and suggestions.  But, why stop there.  Email and phone conversations are great; however, as far as we’re concerned, face-to-face meetings are even better.  So, let’s get together.  We are participating in conferences and other gatherings all over the country.   We’ll keep you advised as things are added to our calendar.  We’d love to meet and talk with you so that we can learn from what you share with us and so that you can find out what Innerchoice can do to support your efforts.  Our story began over 20 years ago when Innerchoice Publishing first came into existence.  The centerpiece of this fledgling company was the Magic Circle Process, itself over twenty years of age.  Using the fundamentals of this process, Innerchoice created the Sharing Circle strategy to facilitate growth in the areas of social interaction, awareness, and mastery. Of course, we want to hear from you and will welcome your insights, comments, and suggestions.  But, why stop there.  Email and phone conversations are great; however, as far as we’re concerned, face-to-face meetings are even better.  So, let’s get together.  We are participating in conferences and other gatherings all over the country.   We’ll keep you advised as things are added to our calendar.  We’d love to meet and talk with you so that we can learn from what you share with us and so that you can find out what Innerchoice can do to support your efforts.  Our story began over 20 years ago when Innerchoice Publishing first came into existence.  The centerpiece of this fledgling company was the Magic Circle Process, itself over twenty years of age.  Using the fundamentals of this process, Innerchoice created the Sharing Circle strategy to facilitate growth in the areas of social interaction, awareness, and mastery. Of course, we want to hear from you and will welcome your insights, comments, and suggestions.  But, why stop there.  Email and phone conversations are great; however, as far as we’re concerned, face-to-face meetings are even better.  So, let’s get together.  We are participating in conferences and other gatherings all over the country.   We’ll keep you advised as things are added to our calendar.  We’d love to meet and talk with you so that we can learn from what you share with us and so that you can find out what Innerchoice can do to support your efforts.  Our story began over 20 years ago when Innerchoice Publishing first came into existence.  The centerpiece of this fledgling company was the Magic Circle Process, itself over twenty years of age.  Using the fundamentals of this process, Innerchoice created the Sharing Circle strategy to facilitate growth in the areas of social interaction, awareness, and mastery.