Happiness

"Happiness depends upon ourselves."

- Aristotle
(384 BC - 322 BC)


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Are You Ready?
If you are ready to take on new challenges
and you want to be equipped with the most advanced self-care technology, enroll in the Personal Enhancement Program (PEP) today.

And, if you are fully committed to a more balanced life, it's about time to work with a professional coach trained in using the PEP.

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Action and Adventure
The path to optimal health is a journey of
action and adventure.
And the good news is, by choice,
you can make the kind of changes
that will help you have more
balanced energy, better concentration,
and a fuller, happier,
more productive life.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

We Can Guide You to Empowered Health:

 

Did You Know?
Your brain has a physiological
reward center. Your physiological reward center may be different from
your psychological reward center.

 

Personal Enhancement Program Testimonials

Trainer Maintains a 95% Client Compliance Rate Using the
Personal Enhancement Profile
Michelle Hicks, Fitness Trainer

I've been a fitness trainer and wellness practitioner for 18 years, as well as the fitness director for the online learning programs and live seminars offered from Real Health and Wellness. In addition to managing my own staff, I also serve as director of fitness for Lake Las Vegas Resorts in Las Vegas , Nevada.

I've always had a passion for living with vibrancy, and I love teaching others how to achieve their fitness and health goals. Ten to 15 years ago the technology available to sculpt a better body and lose weight was simple. I advised clients about nutrition and exercise according to their fitness goals, and I was able to easily help them keep their weight and health on track.

As the years progressed, I found myself confronted with new challenges that couldn't be aided with existing methods. The world began to move faster, and my clients turned up more stressed than ever.

After witnessing my clients and other wellness consumers struggling with health success, I began asking myself why they were failing, knowing that no one wants to fail. I couldn't accept that they were merely lazy or undisciplined and knew there was something more going on. I saw my clients searching for credible answers, and yet every year a new diet book would hit the shelves, and a new series of problems would emerge. Although the fitness industry continues to grow, and more and more information is available, fewer people are achieving their goals.

As a professional, I felt it was my responsibility to sift through the information my clients presented and then develop the best programs for each of them. In 2001, my interest was piqued when I learned about programs designed to customize a wellness solution, based on individual brain chemistry.

In 2002 I took a training program, enabling me to use the brain chemistry technology designed by Dr. Joel C. Robertson. Ellen Laura worked closely with me so I could offer this program to my clients, and I have experienced wonderful results and it completely changed the way I run my business.

I've also tested the methods for the Personal Enhancement Programs on myself for over four years. I observed that during highly stressful times, such as losing my father in April 2004, I was able to rebound more quickly, return to balance and joy, and be of greater comfort to my mother in her healing. Now, I perceive stressful situations from a much healthier perspective because I understand my own brain chemistry and know what steps to take to stay in balance.

I use this great tool to monitor myself to purposely and knowingly select what I eat, and when I exercise, I am clearer, grounded, and joyous. The benefits have made a tremendous impact on my personal and professional life. Realizing and maintaining these states makes me a better personal trainer and gives me the juice to stay on top of my game.

Confident with my own history of personal success and the fact that this technology has been successfully tested and used with over 15,000 people, I couldn't wait to give my clients their personal brain chemistry assessment.

I've used brain chemistry optimization technology for the past three years and find my results are much more profound, my clients' lives improved dramatically and my clientele doubled, creating a need to expand my business with additional trainers. I am thrilled to know I have provided my clients with a cutting-edge technology they can truly use to their benefit, and in turn, their wellness successes continue to grow.

Before working with the brain health program, my compliance as a personal trainer was consistently 65% -- meaning 65% of the time my clients did what I told them to do, and 35% of the time we discussed why they continued to behave in ways non-conducive to achieving their goals. Once I brought the client to optimal brain chemistry levels, not only did my compliance rate soar to 95%, but also we spent our time celebrating their success rather than processing their failures. They now lose weight, experience more joy in all life's domains, and exhibit a much higher quality of life.

Attaining optimal brain health is different for each person, and it impacts all aspects of health. Physically, we feel better. Mentally, we perceive our surroundings with greater accuracy. Spiritually, we grow as we become balanced and grounded. I love to see people make conscious, constructive choices and help them become empowered because connecting body, mind and spirit is a way to honor our potential.

I treasure my own success with balancing brain chemistry because now my experiences are sweeter and richer. My wish for you, as a consumer of wellness services and as a wellness professional, is to inspire and encourage you to enroll in this powerful brain chemistry wellness program today.

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Psychologist Garners Great Impact with Brain Chemistry Optimization Program
Dr. Chiara Gasparro, Ed.D., Group Psychologist in Business Consulting

I'm a group psychologist in business consulting, and specialize in creative stress management and self-empowerment through breathing. My 30-year background includes deep and diverse education from both ancient Eastern and modern Western wisdom.

Years ago, I was certified as a physical fitness specialist and group exercise leader from Dr. Kenneth Cooper's Clinic for Aerobics Research. Recalling the rigorous training and commitment that was required to be certified, I see that I do likewise when I participate in any form of education. I do it with passion, discernment and dedication. Everything I've learned contributes to my ongoing work.

I learned about the Personal Enhancement Program from my colleague and friend Ellen Laura. She invited me to be guest speaker at a workshop she was teaching. After studying the materials, I said, “I'd love to. These programs are so valuable and will increase vitality and energy. I'm all for it.”

I took the PEP assessment.When Ellen handed me my report, she said, “Chiara, I've reviewed more than a thousand of these brain chemistry profiles over the past nine years, and your profile is rare.” By then I was all ears as she continued, “I've only seen about 10% of these profiles where people have optimal brain chemistry, and yours is one of those.”

What I learned from studying the program was that my brain chemistry contributed to my ability to perceive situations accurately, right on target. It's why I'm asked to be a consultant for so many individuals and organizations.

The results of that PEP assessment confirmed that everything I'd been doing for years: eating high nutrient foods, regular outdoor work, play and exercise, nourishing my brain with interesting challenges to explore, commitment to my spiritual practices, supportive and loving friendships contributed to my healthy lifestyle.

It's exciting for me, the way my work has evolved into designing creative stress management programs that help people become more natural and spontaneous. Participants come from everywhere and include health practitioners and doctors of all orientations, athletes, performing artists, and educators.

My passion for teaching, learning and especially for balancing my own brain chemistry continues as life lives through me. As I share my self-empowering experiments and experiences, people report increased aliveness, mental clarity and an ability to pass on this wisdom to others and to future generations.

I believe that the quality of education empowers us and others in the world, and I'm happy to endorse the products and services offered from Your Health By Choice.

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Successful Realtor Commits to Living Beautiful, Balanced Life
Katrin McShane, Realtor and Entrepreneur

I'm a realtor with a thriving business in the boom area of northern Arizona. My days are packed full of client meetings, negotiations and touring beautiful properties. My husband is my business partner, so I have a great support structure in my work life.

The high energy and health I enjoy today came after years of diligent work and discovering how to blend pleasure and discipline into my daily life.

When I took the online PEP assessment a year ago, it immediately made sense to me. The report said I was showing some minor signs of high dopamine. I quickly learned that I could bring this to optimal by following the recommended exercise and eating program, which was customized for my brain chemistry. Essential to my well-being has been gourmet cooking and fine dining, and my report helped me select “serotonin-boosting foods” to keep my energy even and smooth.

I'm an avid outdoors woman. I hike, bike, practice yoga and tai chi, and I love to challenge myself physically. Since participating in the Personal Enhancement Program (PEP), it's become easier for me to recognize the negative consequences of missing my workouts. With my busy work schedule, I know exercise is a must to keep my alertness and mental attitude at peak.

There's not a one-size-fits-all to balancing brain chemistry, and it did take re-visiting the key points to refine and make them work in my life.

Another key insight for me was to re-commit to living a beautiful, balanced, life with a focus on the positive. As I examined my thinking, I released perceptions that were inaccurate, and this had a beneficial impact on my family and work relationships.

As I continued to refine these self-care strategies, my faith and optimism were greatly increased, and I was able to see what was valid in my life – which is living with vitality, compassion and love. I'm grateful to have such a blessed life.

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Headmaster Brings Brain Chemistry Program to Entire Faculty in August 2006
Stephen Robinson, Ph.D., Headmaster, Orme School

I'm deeply honored to have the opportunity, as the head master, to lead The Orme School community as the school enters its 76th year as a college preparatory school. Orme School is located in beautiful Arizona high country.

Through the years I have developed a strong appreciation for the "holistic" approach to education, and I am certain that few schools can provide such an outstanding opportunity for youth to grow and develop.

That's why I'm so pleased to be bringing the Personal Enhancement Program (PEP) to our entire faculty in August 2006. I was introduced to the program by one of our alumni, and I immediately knew this course of study was something I wanted to explore.

I've had many unanswered questions about behavior, performance and learning ability, and when I began reading about the science of brain chemistry I had one “aha” moment after another.

In May 2005, I attended a workshop with the founders of Your Health By Choice, where Dr. Joel Robertson was the speaker. It all made sense to me. After presenting the idea of bringing the workshop to the entire faculty, we made a decision to launch the program in 2006. What's most exciting is that the brain chemistry workshop and online learning will be customized for us.

The challenges and stresses faced by teachers are well documented. And although our school is located in beautiful Arizona , in the heart of a 26,000-acre working ranch and surrounded by over 1 million acres of national forest, every day we face the external pressures to meet high academic standards.

The Orme School is a unique community for teachers and students who share a passion for academic excellence, outdoor adventure and personal challenge. Our entire faculty lives on campus and interacts with students in a variety of ways throughout the week. It is a place where every student has an opportunity to become involved in multiple activities ranging from horsemanship programs to the fine arts. So, the setting is ideal for all of us to learn and grow together with this new brain chemistry program.

Our commitment to academic excellence makes us a great organization to host this valuable program.

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Sedona Artist Achieves More Energy and Greater Mental Clarity
Lawrence Curtis, Artist

I'm an artist and I now live in Sedona , Arizona , where I am fortunate to paint full time and be part of a forward-thinking community. While on a photojournalistic safari to Kenya , Africa, I was inspired to pursue my life's dream of becoming a professional artist. So in 1989, I left England for the United States and spent the next six years traveling and composing my experiences onto canvas. Since then, I've felt that I have a true sense of purpose that brings direction and balance to my life.

My health has been great, and I've never given a thought to calories, because I just naturally maintain an ideal weight. So, when I decided to enroll in the Personal Enhancement Program, it was to bring greater insight and boost my energy.

I knew that I would not sit to study the program, so I hired Ellen Laura as a coach and that was a great decision. Ellen understood me and my goals, so she took time with me, and we covered only as much as I was ready for in each coaching session.

Together we focused on the positive actions I could take immediately, and that gave me the encouragement to stay with the program. I was directed to begin an exercise program to boost my serotonin. At first I was concerned because I've never liked gyms or weight lifting. So, I began swimming and biking, which was perfect for me. I loved how I felt after swimming, and I now had a program that I would do, not one that would make me feel guilty because I wasn't working hard enough.

Once comfortable with exercising, I was ready for more coaching, and we then delved into the foods I could eat to feel more energy and greater mental clarity. I added the right proteins at the right time of day for my brain chemistry. Then I increased eating salads and vegetables, and I ate more whole grains in the evening, and I could feel a difference in just a few days.

When we began to work on my career goals and the new strategies that would help my success, I felt an incredible sense of personal power. English people can be rather cynical, and I've observed that my attitude can become pessimistic. Each time I set a compelling goal and then accomplished it, my self-esteem soared. I discovered that there is a strategy to setting goals that is similar to painting, and once I could feel I was gaining momentum, I was unstoppable.

What I most appreciated was that the focus was on my goals and creating strategies that worked for me. I'm really committed to living joyfully, and because of the brain chemistry program, I know I have the support and the technology to care for myself and get great results.

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Customized Program Propels Self-Care To Higher Levels
Ani Williams, Musician and Singer

I'm a musician and singer. My work has taken me all over the world and I have experienced some of the most valuable offerings in the field of wellness.

I first learned about the brain chemistry programs in 2001 when I was invited by Ellen Laura to play my harp, giving a demonstration on sound healing at a workshop in Las Vegas . The workshop was “Balancing Brain Chemistry,” so I participated in the full two-day training.

Before the workshop, I took the survey for my Personal Enhancement Program. I was thrilled that my serotonin levels were optimal. This was such a confirmation that the work I was doing with music and sound was indeed having a positive impact on my brain.

During the workshop, I was impressed that Dr. Robertson presented such a complex subject as brain chemistry and made it fun and easy to understand. He was a great teacher and a generous and happy person – a true role model of what he taught.

One of the great challenges in teaching is to offer multi-faceted material and make it immediately usable and practical. I learned that my own brain is unique and what works for someone else in a self-care program may not work for me.

What I also discovered was I could adapt the principles as my lifestyle changed. The insights I learned at the workshop four years ago are still benefiting me today. since I am very discerning about my education. I seek out programs that are solid – not fads.

I liked the emphasis on the natural ways to influence brain chemistry. I also loved having everything in one report: food, exercise, behavior recommendations. Each area was customized for me, such as eating my protein early in the day and having complex carbohydrates in the evening.

Of course, music is part of the program under recommended behaviors, so that was a natural for me. And, I do notice when I am consistent with hiking and swimming, my mental outlook and stamina are higher and my energy is more balanced through the day.

I have three grandchildren I care for, plus I travel and manage a busy schedule, so it is essential for me to take care of my health, and what I learned about brain health has been invaluable.

I'm happy to endorse the products and services offered through Your Health By Choice, and I encourage people to take responsibility for their own health. It makes all the difference in the world to be living in a healthy body.

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Coaching and PEP Guides Musician to Alter Self-Care Program
for More Balanced Energy
Brain Kimmel, Musician

My musical career began at a young age, and my creativity is the soul of my work, so a joyful, optimistic state of mind is important to my success.

As a meditation and yoga teacher, I found serenity through years of devoted spiritual practice, but like most of you, at times, still had low energy, indecisiveness and a tendency to procrastinate.

In May 2005, I went to a workshop to learn about balancing brain chemistry and how to use the Personal Enhancement Programs. Since then, I've told all my friends about it because I love to share good news.

My Personal Enhancement Program mapped out simple things I could do to balance my brain chemistry. These were things that were easy to do like what to eat and at what time of day, which exercise program to follow. And instead of action or thrillers before bed, I was directed to watch happy movies that boost my serotonin.

In personal [follow up] consultations with Ellen Laura, I learned even more about adjusting my self-care program for more balanced energy.

While some of the changes I made were small, the results were powerful: my creativity is enhanced; and I have deeper peace, more clarity, and a keener insight into my personal and career goals so I make better decisions.

Most importantly, I've discovered just how much music means to me and everyone I touch. I'm so happy to share my serotonin-boosting music with because each note I play is a note of “love” – and you can listen to my music on my website: www.briankimmel.com

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Message from a Coach: The PEP Has Taken My Coaching Practice
To The Next Level
Conee Spano, Professional Coach

I've been trained to use the brain chemistry programs with my clients –Coaching with the PEP has enhanced all of my coaching relationships.

Over the past 22 years I've worked in higher education as a university administrator and educator promoting wellness and life-long learning to improve one's quality of life. Throughout my career in higher education I received extensive training and certifications in the areas of health and wellness. As a Certified Professional Coach and holistic stress-management instructor, I developed curriculum and taught workshops and seminars designed to enhance personal health and wellness.

However, in 2003 my knowledge of health and wellness was vastly expanded when I learned about the basic science of brain chemistry and a scientifically-based assessment tool called the Personal Enhancement Program or PEP. The PEP provided specific and practical guidelines to help people think more clearly, recover more quickly from stress, enhance relationships, increase self-esteem, restore vitality, increase optimism, and enhance feelings of joy and happiness – results I had never seen before with the traditional strategies I'd taught professionally for so many years.

After attending training with Dr. Joel Robertson, I understood the importance of balancing brain chemicals first, so that all of the other great strategies for wellness, such as exercising, nutrition, working with a coach, goal setting, stress-management, affirmations, weight loss, and spiritual development would be greatly enhanced.

I followed my own PEP guidelines first and was ecstatic with the results – renewed energy, greater satisfaction with the work I was doing, and a heightened sense of inner calm and joy. What a surprise; I even lost 7 stubborn pounds that I had tried to lose for many years. That's when I knew it was time to share this with others.

I began to use the PEP with my coaching clients, who wanted a personalized plan that would produce quick and lasting results. Some wanted to manage stress more effectively, others wanted to lose weight, improve their relationships, or cope with life and career challenges. It didn't matter what their goals were; once their brain chemicals were optimal, they began to perceive life more accurately and make choices that produced significant changes right away. Within 7-10 days most clients noticed a reduction in the frequency and intensity of their unwanted behaviors, which inspired powerful and lasting life-style changes. For many this was the first time in many years that they felt joyful and happy.

Coaching with the PEP has enhanced all of my coaching relationships. Clients who follow their personalized guidelines think bigger, stay more focused, discover new passions, rebound quickly from set-backs, reclaim their lives, create awesome relationships, live up to their fullest potential, and experience more joy and happiness in all areas of their lives.

I've had the awesome pleasure of celebrating successes with my clients, who created new, vibrant, and healthier lives by following their PEP. Their successes now motivate me to work with individuals who are proactive, want to make a powerful, positive impact on their lives, and are open to new possibilities.

As a wellness professional, I highly recommend the programs offered through Your Health by Choice and I'm honored to be a coach with this company. For those who of you who are ready to take your coaching practice to the next level, I encourage you to Enroll in the Professional Wellness Training, and begin using the PEP with your clients. You can take personal wellness to a whole new level, and be one of the first to offer this program to your clients.

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Professional Coaching and Strategic Planning Propelled this Successful Entrepreneur to Succeed to a Level She Had Not Thought Possible
Betty Kincaid

When I began working with Ellen, I owned a successful business but was no longer interested in its daily operations. I was ready to sell but knew that with a little work the business could be a lot more valuable. 

One of the most important recommendations Ellen made was for me to devote three days – with my entire staff of 10 people – to a strategic planning session, which she facilitated. The result of those three days and our written strategic plan helped me focus my energy and direct the resources of the business to greater profitability, improved systems and processes, and a cohesive team of people working toward the same vision.

Through our four years of coaching, Ellen has worked with me to clarify my goals and help me find a way to transition from leading the company I built to more satisfying goals. Along the way, she assisted with training my staff and coached my management team. 

Today, I'm starting a new business. Ellen is helping me set compelling goals, define roles and responsibilities, and articulate the value each player brings to the business.

Ellen also focuses on life balance. Finding joy, eating healthy, exercising regularly, balancing brain chemistry and visualizing my perfect life are all part of her triumph coaching system. She holds me accountable for achieving goals within my value system.

Her insight and genuine commitment to me helped me to succeed at a level I hadn't thought possible. I would recommend Ellen to anyone who wishes to take their life to the next level.

Betty Kincaid
Kincaid Enterprises
www.bettykincaid.com

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Yoga Teacher Gains Benefits From Coaching and
Balancing Brain Chemistry with the PEP
Maureen Heher

Ellen Laura has a gift for penetrating to the heart of the matter and coaching clients with the wisdom of experience. In 1999, I hired Ellen as a life coach. I knew that unless a therapist or counselor had a meditation practice, I would not receive optimal guidance. It was because of her spiritual values that I sought her out and knew I could work with her.

During the lowest point of my life of betrayal, marriage breakup and being financially dependant, she coached me with her finely honed tools – one being the Robertson Personal Enhancement Program. The power of her coaching based on my unique brain chemistry revealed in my Personal Enhancement Program was like a warp speed transformation.

Making the suggested lifestyle adjustments raised my confidence level and self-esteem to be able to make even greater forward momentum personally and professionally. For example, over five years ago, she suggested I reserve a domain name for my future business. At the time, I wasn't clear at all what my business would be. I was a yoga teacher and master herbalist. The domain www.mindfulcare was reserved and because of my success with the PEP profile, Ellen mentored me to become trained with Dr. Joel Robertson so I could also administer the profile and help people with the program.

Today, I am a yoga teacher and licensed drugless practitioner triumphing in work that I love. Ellen was able to coach me to discover my natural talents and find fulfillment in my work.

Wanting to increase my income, I asked her advice in 2004 and she suggested I learn jin shin jyitsu. She is so telepathic! I had learned that healing art of energy balancing over 20 years ago. Incorporating it into my “mindfulcare” practice has not only increased my income, but also has given me great joy and excitement in helping balance clients' emotional, spiritual and physical issues.

Finally, I just achieved a dream I thought of a few years ago. I recorded my first CD of Tibetan Singing Bowl healing music last week. It is now in production and will be released in time for the holidays. I'm a recording artist!

Thank you, Ellen Laura , for all the coaching and support of the last six years. I couldn't have done it without you!

Maureen Heher
www.mindfulcare.com

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