Is happiness overrated or would you settle for peace and contentment?

Join us for this unique seminar

By Dr. Linda Rosen, Psychologist/Life Coach

There is an underlying pressure in our society for everyone to be happy all the time. If a child feels sad for a few minutes, the parent wants to “make them happy” or they feel like they’re not doing a good job. The pharmacy is loaded with pain relievers, which many people take for psychological pain too. It is definitely good to feel happy, but maybe that’s not the be-all and end-all in life.

We will explore the elements of good health, contentment and peace.

It is most therapeutic to find a way to lead a purposeful, healthy life — enjoy the moment, find good coping strategies for

life’s challenges, and find tools and/or skill sets to navigate life’s journey. The desired goal is to stay emotionally steady, focused and determined. The first step is to face tasks with courage; confidence will follow from taking even the smallest risks or achieving minor goals. We will discuss the value of taking small steps in all areas.

Acceptance is a good life skill and starting point.

Join us on Wednesday, Jan. 22 at 2 p.m. at the Nina Iser Jewish Cultural Center. This is a free program, but please register at www.jewishnaples.org so we can plan accordingly.

This seminar will provide the following tools and skills to focus on peace and contentment:

• Mindfulness

• Deep breathing to stay calm

• How not to take things personally

• How to navigate difficult social situations

• Creating three things that would make you feel content