Paul M. Jerard Jr.
Paul Jerard, is a co-owner and the director of Yoga teacher training at Aura Wellness Center in North Providence RI. He has been a certified Master Yoga teacher since 1995. He is a master instructor of martial arts. He teaches Yoga, martial arts, and fitness to children, adults, and seniors in the Providence area. Recently he wrote: Is Running a Yoga Business Right for You? For Yoga students, who may be considering a new career as a Yoga teacher.
Articles by this Author
The Process of Yoga Instructor Certification
- By Paul M. Jerard Jr.
- Published 05/10/2008
- Career
- Unrated
Those who have taken their love for the discipline of yoga, and turned it into a profession, report a remarkably high level of job satisfaction. Whether you want to start your own business, or simply want to teach a few yoga classes per week, quality training is essential.
How to Give Dynamic Stress Management Presentations (Part 1)
- By Paul M. Jerard Jr.
- Published 05/9/2008
- Stress Management
- Unrated
Depending on your line of work, you may be called upon to give a stress management presentation or organize a workshop. Usually, the person who gives a stress management workshop is a public speaker, physician, counselor, or Yoga teacher.
How to Give Dynamic Stress Management Presentations (Part 2)
- By Paul M. Jerard Jr.
- Published 05/9/2008
- Stress Management
- Unrated
When considering how to start your stress management presentation, here is a brief list of "don'ts." Do not start by apologizing, tapping your microphone, or making a joke. A little measured humor in your presentation is fine, but do not start with a joke. Whether you get laughs or not, this is not stand up comedy routine and can get you "side tracked."
Making Your New Year's Fitness Resolution a Reality - Part 2
- By Paul M. Jerard Jr.
- Published 05/8/2008
- Goal Setting
- Unrated
Your resolution should be as detailed as possible. Clearly define your resolution with realistic time frames and deadlines.
Making Your New Year's Fitness Resolution a Reality - Part 1
- By Paul M. Jerard Jr.
- Published 05/8/2008
- Goal Setting
- Unrated
How come most resolutions don't survive past Valentine's Day? What gives a few determined people the will to continue, while so many drop off at the sidelines? How can you make sure that you will have the "right stuff" to stick to a resolution?
Live for the Moment and Put Worry on Hold - Part 2
- By Paul M. Jerard Jr.
- Published 05/8/2008
- Advice
- Unrated
For once, I am going to endorse procrastination. When it comes to worrying, you should put it off. Do everything you like to avoid worrying. Worries don't help us; and in fact, they make many bad situations worse. On top of that, most of what we worry about never comes to pass.
Live for the Moment and Put Worry on Hold - Part 1
- By Paul M. Jerard Jr.
- Published 05/8/2008
- Advice
- Unrated
Living for the moment seems easy enough, but what if you are feeling hesitant, unhappy, fatigued, or afraid? We all have these feelings, and if they go on without setting controls, they become worry, stress, or depression. Each one of these can cut your life very short or cause a serious health condition.
Goal-Setting and the Obstacle of Life
- By Paul M. Jerard Jr.
- Published 05/8/2008
- Personal Development
- Unrated
What can you do to stay on track, when life throws so many obstacles in the way? How are you supposed to keep your chin up when the economy is down? How can you practice positive thinking "under fire?"
Four Keys to Time Management
- By Paul M. Jerard Jr.
- Published 05/8/2008
- Advice
- Unrated
It's only human to put things off and most of us do. Even, highly successful people find ways to waste time, but procrastination and lack of planning are "time killers." You can use the following principles for goal setting, in your place of work, or on your next home improvement project.
The Root Cause of Failure
- By Paul M. Jerard Jr.
- Published 05/8/2008
- Personal Development
- Unrated
It is always a wise practice, to learn from the mistakes of others, but it is also wise to learn from our own mistakes. Failure, stress, and depression, all have one common link.