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Arlene
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Brain
Function Guru |
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Biography
Dr. Taylor, one of the world's leading speakers on brain function,
specializes in simplifying this complex topic--unleashing the
potential to thrive. Her profound and entertaining seminars are
life-changing. Whether through keynote addresses, seminars, consulting,
coaching, television and radio, or her internationally-known books
and syllabi, success stories pour in from the four corners of
the world.
Arlene Taylor, PhD, is founder and president of Realizations Inc,
a non profit corporation that promotes brain function research
and provides related educational resources. As a leading brain
function specialist, her desire to share the information with
others provided a natural progression into the speaking world.
She is a sought-after charismatic speaker who presents practical
brain function information in enjoyable, educational, and empowering
ways.
Taylor has spoken to thousands of people at conferences internationally.
Listeners who practically apply brain function information report
incredible results: higher sales, more effective communication
skills, enhanced relationships, and focused and satisfying professional
lives. Her audiences love her energy, passion, and humorous stories.
She awakens them to the realization that by tapping into their
own unique skills they can be, do, and have their life’s
passion.
Dr. Taylor holds two earned Doctorates. In 2002 she was the recipient
of the American Medal of Honor for Brain-Function Education from
the American Biographical Institute Inc, #22 of 100, and became
a Life member #196863 of Kingston’s National Registry of
Who’s Who. In 2000 she became a Life member of the National
Registry of Who’s Who. In 1991 she was voted International
Woman of the Year by The International Biographical Center of
Cambridge, England.
Heard
it through the Grapevine – What people are saying
I have to tell you that your presentation was by far, the
best one I’ve seen at the MCA. It was intelligent, stimulating,
and high caliber. You had every single person in the room completely
engaged – even those who sat still in their chairs! Thank
you so much for your time and energy.” — Marci
Rinkoff, PCC, CPCC, mbr coaching Program Chair, Marin Coaches
Alliance
To use a power word now in vogue to describe you and your
seminar—AWESOME! In 45 years of academic pursuit and professional
career, I have attended a lot of seminars. Let me be bold and
say you, your material, delivery, presentation style—the
whole thing was in the top 1%-2% of any I have ever attended.
Many thanks.” —Stanley Charles Knapp, MD, MPH,
Arlene Taylor is a winner! She has spoken at several Women's
Ministries events in Kansas-Nebraska and is a class act. She's
articulate and very thought provoking. Her presentations pack
a real punch with stories and humor.” —Roxy Hoehn,
Women's Ministries Director
The Brain Program had an immediate and powerful impact upon
my life. I had practiced Homeopathic medicine and psychotherapy
in Palos Verdes, California for the past ten years. The information
that Dr. Taylor so magically teaches in two whirlwind days, regarding
innate brain giftedness, provides you with awareness as well as
tools for changing your life. If it’s a better life you
need, it will be improved by the seminar. If you have a great
life, the seminar will improve that, also. I am now viewing my
family and friends in a more evolved and peaceful light. Arlene
has identified and unleashed another of my passions in my search
for the truth of my life. Thanks and praise for her accomplishments
that have allowed her to design and present the most unique seminar
I have ever attended.” — Dr. Sherry Greenberg
Presentations
Examples of typical presentations that can be tailored for each
audience and organization
Use Your Brain for Success!
Only you can, because your brain is as unique as your
thumb print. The way your brain functions determines the quality
of your life! Unfortunately, it doesn’t come with an owner’s
manual. Fortunately, current research is shedding new light on
it. An increased understanding of the brain can help you to be
more realistic in terms of relating to the brains of others and
in developing strategies for relating to your own brain more effectively.
And it can be fun!
Affirmation—the Power of Positive
Affirmation is the programming language of the subconscious and
the most effective way to communicate with this portion of the
human brain. The formula is simple: short, positive, present tense,
unconditional, and empowering statements. Growing up, however,
most people heard seven to nine negative comments for each positive
one. With all that negative "programming," many never
learned the art of affirmation. No wonder communication problems
abound! Fortunately, it's never too late to get started. It just
takes knowledge, commitment, and practice. Over time, affirmations
can become just as powerful as negative statements used to be.
Age-Proof Your Brain!
Until recently, conventional wisdom said that our brains contained
all the thinking cells (neurons) that it would ever possess. With
the advent of state-of-the-art brain research, this belief has
been overturned. Because of studies conducted toward the end of
the 20th century we now know that new brain cells can be produced
in the adult human brain. Equally exciting is the understanding
that although not muscle tissue per se, neurons respond in much
the same way as does muscle tissue. That is, neurons can become
stronger with exercise and atrophy with disuse.
The Brain Program
Studies estimate that approximately two-thirds of adult Americans
use their brains in energy-exhaustive ways. In addition studies
have shown that managers spend an average of 19% of their time
on employee-related problems. This is up 9% from a decade or two
ago and is cause for concern in the business community because
time is money. Matching employees with tasks that their brains
do energy-efficiently can help to decrease presenteeism, absenteeism,
turnover, and illness and enhance enthusiasm, accuracy, and productivity.
The Brain Program is designed to help you to manage your energy
more efficiently—and thrive.
Thinking Styles Assessment
Taylor is licensed to provide, score, and interpret a premier
thinking style assessment (BTSA) that can help you identify specifics
about your brain’s unique advantage. Organizations have
experienced the benefits of moving to higher level of success
using whole brained teams. Students have reported experiencing
higher levels of energy by matching careers to their brain function.
Each participant receives a personalized feedback prepared by
Dr. Taylor.
He Said-She Said-They Said—Gender in the Workplace
Studies reveal that managers spend an average of 19% of their
time resolving communication glitches among employees. Male-female
differences in the workplace can trigger many of these glitches.
Does understanding these differences make them go away? No. But
knowledge is power! An increased understanding offers you more
options for any given situation. It can diminish a tendency to
take things personally, reduce frustration, and improve relationships.
It can enhance cross-gender communication and improve cross-gender
teamwork.
Male/Female Differences
Some say, But we know all about male/female differences. Perhaps
in the physical sense but not in the brain sense! Current research
suggests we’ve actually known very little about the brain
and gender uniqueness. Although as members of the same species
we are more alike than we are different, there are key dissimilarities!
The differences have been around for eons and show no signs of
disappearing any time soon. Males and females are not from separate
planets in outer space, sometimes it just seems that way. Understanding
some of the key differences can enhance all your relationships
and it can be fun!
The Brain and Laughter—Laugh and Last
A spoonful of laughter makes the medicine go down! Is there anything
to the old saying, laugh and last! Where does laughter reside
in the brain? Can it really alter brain chemistry? Why does one
person laugh when another doesn’t? Is there any evidence
that laughter can improve one’s state of health? What’s
the difference between having a keen sense of humor and laughter?
Current research is providing answers to these questions and more.
Studies show that laughter really is good medicine—good
age-proofing medicine. It is also an anti-aging strategy, and
it’s free!
How the Brain Learns Best
No one really knows how the brain learns. I wish we did! It could
make life so much easier for everyone—parents, students,
teachers, and you! Although science still sees through a glass
darkly in terms of how the brain actually learns, it has uncovered
how the brain naturally learns best. That knowledge is exhilarating
because with some effort and innovation the educational process
can be enhanced significantly for most students. You can also
implement the strategies on an individual basis.
Breaking Free from Old Behaviors
You are able to develop habits because your brain id designed
to created internal software program. This enables you to engage
in repetitive actions, activities, or routines and achieve a consistent,
predictable outcome. Sometimes the software gets stuck, much like
a needle on the old 45-records. And sometimes human beings create
software in an attempt to change the way feel, to self medicate
much as a chef adds seasoning to a stew although the key ingredients
may the same. You probably can’t ever break a habit. Strategies
can help you alter your brain’s software.
Cellular Memory—Past, Present, and Future
There are many different types of memory. Cellular memory, for
example, that all cells are believed to possess. Much like you
input numbers into your cell phone so you can do automatic dial,
cellular memory pushes you toward exhibiting learned behaviors,
often as a subconscious level. To a great degree you control the
cellular memory you input. An increased understanding can provide
you with an expanded framework of knowledge within which to make
healthy personal and behavioral choices—and we haven’t
even mentioned organ transplants!
Communication—It's More Than Words!
Studies have shown that, if you are like most people, you spend
80% of your waking hours communicating. “Can you hear me
now? Can you hear me now?” Often people expect the brains
of others to function much the same as their own, and when they
don’t they aren’t sure how to proceed. While you can’t
make others listen, you can increase the odds that they will,
and you can increase your communication effectiveness—by
design.
Distress, Eustress, and Mistress
Stressed? Depressed? Know someone who is? Then this is for you!
What has come to be known as “stress” encompasses
at least three different types of stressors: distress, eustress,
and mistress. It is also impacted by your own brain’s unique
perception of each stressor. It’s actually your brain rather
than your stomach that recognizes a stressor first. You can dramatically
improve your life by learning to quickly identify a stressor and
implementing the 20:80 rule.
Upshift, Downshift, and About Shift
Your brain can be compared to an automatic transmission. When
the going gets tough (e.g., situations of trauma, crisis, or any
type of fear) your brain automatically downshifts to help you
get through. This is a life-saving strategy but you always give
something up to get something. You can learn how to minimize what
you give up.
EQ - Emotional Intelligence
Many people think of IQ when the word "intelligence"
is mentioned. There are many different types of intelligences,
however. One of these is Emotional Intelligence or EQ. In fact,
it appears that EQ may be even more important to your overall
success in life than IQ! The equation may actually be: IQ plus
EQ equals SQ (your success quotient). You can learn to become
emotionally intelligent and enhance all your relationships.
Family-of-Origin Work
Have you ever been startled by a behavior that seemed to pop out
of nowhere or bewildered by unexpected overreaction? Perhaps you've
been fascinated by whispers of family secrets during childhood
or puzzled by the contribution of past events to present choices.
According to Shakespeare, we're all players on the stage of life.
Few get serious about defining the roles they play or evaluate
the script they were handed a birth—or before. Family-of-origin
strategies can assist in identifying hidden triggers and managing
your present behaviors.
Handling Holiday Stress
Any change in routine can be a stressor and holidays usually involve
changes in routine. Think beyond national celebrations—the
anniversary of a birth, death, marriage, divorce, miscarriage,
layoff, bankruptcy, or adoption can have a greater impact on your
brain than the more traditional holidays. Imagine getting rid
of 50% of your holiday stressors in a relatively short amount
of time!
The Brain and Music
More than 300 years ago the French composer Francois Couperin
recommended that children should begin studying instruments by
the age of 6 or 7. He was right! Is studying music for children
only? No! It can be of benefit at any age. In fact, it may be
the fastest way to build skills in all four chunks of the thinking
brain or cerebrum. Music lessons offer the type of challenging
stimulation that can retard and sometimes even prevent the onset
of symptoms commonly associated with the aging process (e.g.,
senility). In other words, it's rarely too late to begin!
The Sensory Systems — a sense in time saves mine!
You communicate with the world and with others through the sensory
systems: auditory, visual, and kinesthetic. You probably also
have a sensory preference that may differ from others in your
family or workplace. The term, sensory preference refers to the
type of sensory stimuli that registers most quickly and intensely
within your brain. Generally you gravitate toward environments
that acknowledge and reward your sensory preference. Identify
your own sensory preference and learn strategies for enhancing
relationships with those who have a different preference.
Recover From Your Losses
Growing up most people learn how to acquire but not how to lose.
The survivor syndrome differs dramatically from preparing for
your own demise (e.g., Kubler-Ross model). Learn how to retain
your memories without the sting of the emotional pain. Use the
strategies presented in the Grief Recovery Pyramid to identify,
grieve, and move beyond your losses.
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Books
MindWaves -- How to use less brain energy
to avoid burnouts and better connect with those around you
Written in an easy-reading style, MindWaves is designed to help
you get to know your own unique brain--that mysterious, complex,
and fascinating organ; that most intricately organized and densely
populated expanse of biological real estate in the world--and
identify the advantages that it alone possesses.
Brain Benders
Did you know that one of the two proven strategies for retarding
the onset of aging is thirty minutes of challenging mental exercise
every day? Unfortunately, the average person doesn't always get
this. Brain benders are word puzzles, cerebral teasers, designed
to stimulate the thinking cells of the brain.
Thresholds to Thriving
This book looks at factors that can contribute to problem behaviors
in adulthood. Two flagrant culprits are identified—a failure
to complete vital developmental tasks of childhood and a dearth
of learned nurturing skills. Affirmation is the programming language
of the brain.
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