Sensory Deprivation: An Altered State of Mind Video Transcript for Sensory Deprivation: An Altered State of Mind mind altering, possibly even life changing experience and all you need is water and salt? Fans of the hot new trend are spending time in isolation tanks where they say a dip can help ease your physical problems and maybe even mental ones. Here's ABC's reporter. This transcript has been automatically generated and may not be 100% accurate. We Tried All the Best Pinterest Marketing Tips. Here's What Worked. Is your brand—personal or professional—on Pinterest? Seventy million people are, with a large number of those being bloggers, companies, brands, and businesses. The opportunities to expand your reach and meet your audience are many on Pinterest, and they come in many unique ways. Though falling under the umbrella of social media marketing, Pinterest has its own special notes and best practices that help make it an extremely fun, exciting place to test, iterate, and add value to those on the network. We’re quite new into our Pinterest marketing strategies, and we’re keen to keep improving what we pin and share so that our followers find things as useful and helpful as can be. We’re grateful for the large amount of Pinterest marketing tips out there. Here’s what worked for us. Looking to improve your presence on Pinterest? All the Pinterest Marketing Tips We Tried and Tested … … and which ones worked best! We’re happy to share the full list and results from our Pinterest experiments. 1. 2. 3.
Float Center Lessons Learned from #Authority2015 A couple of weeks ago, I had the opportunity to attend Copyblogger’s Authority Rainmaker Conference in Denver, Colorado. As a self proclaimed marketing nerd, this was an opportunity to mingle with my people. I believe no matter how much experience you have in something, there is always room to learn more. Especially when the direction of an industry (like marketing) can change at the drop of a hat. So for three days, I talked shop with fellow marketers, shared best practices, and heard some inspiring and educational talks about how to improve my existing marketing skills. This was a conference about marketing, but I was able to pull away several lessons that float center owners can specifically use to improve their marketing efforts. Dan Pink – The new ABCs of Selling – Attunement, Buoyancy, Clarity Dan Pink is the acclaimed author of “To Sell is Human” and “Drive.” In the past we talked about selling in a float tank center. Dan introduced us to his version of the ABCs of selling.
'Float OKC' helps veterans with PTSD It's called 'floating,' and it's become popular across the metro. Float OKC in Edmond uses sensory deprivation to make people feel weightless and relax. It's a kind of therapy that's the first of its kind in Oklahoma. Float OKC uses tanks filled with water diluted with 900 pounds of epsom salts to allow people to float. "It makes the water so dense, that anyone can float on the water effortlessly, just like a cork," says Float OKC co-owner Neal Smock. Since they opened in November, word of mouth has spread quickly, as appointments are filling up for sessions. Floating is also becoming popular among military veterans with PTSD, using it as a tool to relax. Justin Clark served in Iraq and has been floating twice, and says he's already seen results. He says over the years, he tried psychiatrists and other therapy. But with the hustle and bustle of juggling family and work, he says floating is a relaxing alternative. "It's hard to explain," Clark says.
Six reasons why flotation is good for you Point Zero, a boutique relaxation centre that set up shop in Abu Dhabi in 2013, has opened in Dubai. While the centre now has a loyal client base in the capital, the concept – relaxing in a tank filled with warm salt water – is still to catch on in the rest of the UAE. We went to the new Dubai branch to check out its float pod, which offers an intense form of therapy in a small, closed, water-filled unit, and returned with a feeling of wellness. Deep relaxation It is difficult for most of us to find enough leisure time in today’s hectic world. Sensory deprivation This may sound somewhat torturous but actually, as the acronym Rest (Restricted Environmental Stimulation Therapy) indicates, hanging out in a tiny, restricted environment can prove to be quite therapeutic. Brain rejuvenation When you are truly relaxed, your brain activity slows from the rapid patterns of being wide-awake, or what is also known as a beta state, into the more gentle waves of an alpha state. Magnesium absorption
Is it time you got to know a blogger? - Barclays Connector Done well, blogger outreach can be a good way to reach an engaged target audience, influence conversations and convert new customers. And it’s not just the domain of big brands – small businesses, however niche, can reap the benefits too. We asked the experts for their tips on becoming a blogger’s new friend. Blogger outreach is all about working closely with a carefully selected collection of bloggers to create engaging content about your company, services, or products, for your target demographic. There are millions of blogs out there, covering a multitude of topics and industries. So, whatever your sector, from the retail and service side of things, through to construction or finance, it’s a strategy worth considering. What’s in it for you? When it comes to making purchasing decisions, blogs were found to be the third-most influential digital resource (31 per cent) for online shoppers, only behind retail sites (56 per cent) and brand sites (34 per cent). (1) Find your perfect match
Do These 3 Things to Make Connections That Matter You know forming meaningful relationships with the right people has a direct impact on the success of your business. And that's great news -- if you were born with an outgoing personality. But what if you consider yourself to be more of an introvert? Is your business doomed? I've asked myself this a lot recently. As I look back on the success I've had forming deep relationships with influential people, I realize that making meaningful connections in a networking situation isn't about introversion or extroversion. Here, three steps to building strong relationships -- no matter where you fall on the personality spectrum. Related: 5 Secrets on Getting the Most Out of Partnerships 1. Do you open a conversation exchanging names and a handshake followed by, “So Barbara, what do you do for a living?” If so, know that you're just like everyone else. One question that's worked well for my clients is, “So Barbara, what's happening in your life right now that really excites you?” 2. 3.
Floatation Therapy - Facts About Floating The Dead Sea is quite a hike for most of us, but luckily many U.S. spas are recreating the extremely buoyant and therapeutic water experience through Floatation Therapy. Adrift Float Spa in Dallas, Texas, is one of the revolutionary facilities offering the treatment – And for only $50 during Spa Week! Here’s the breakdown: “Float tanks” are filled with 10 inches of water and 1,200 pounds of Epsom salt in order to achieve a zero gravity environment that allows your muscular, skeletal and circulatory system to rest and rejuvenate. It’s particularly beneficial for those suffering from chronic pain, injuries, or addiction recovery – But we’ve also uncovered some secret perks that everyone can enjoy. Here are 5 facts you didn’t know about floating spa treatments: #1 Floating drains the lymph nodes, which diminishes the appearance of cellulite and creates radiant and glowing skin. #2 Salts in the water provide exfoliation and restore moisture and electrolytes to the skin. Sounds amazing, right?
How Celebrities and Athletes are Benefiting from Float Therapy - Just Float May 5, 2015 admin Leave a comment Joe Rogan and Pat Healy. Both 2015 Super Bowl teams and Olympians. Joe Rogan, comedian and UFC commentator, is probably the most well-known and vocal proponent of float therapy. This list also highlights the unique benefits float tanks offer to athletes. Jade Johnson is a British long jumper. Sports psychologist for the Seattle Seahawks, Mike Gervais, regularly uses meditation and mindfulness to help players maximize their performance. Floating isn’t amazing because athletes and celebrities do it; athletes and celebrities float because it’s amazing. [1] [2] [3] [4] [5]
How important is it to enter industry awards? Ed Reeves discusses what can be gained from entering awards as a small business. They warrant much time and effort, can be extremely costly, and can potentially be ‘make or break.’ What am I talking about? Industry awards. Since setting up Moneypenny 15 years ago, we’ve entered our fair share of awards, from small business affairs in the early days right up to The Sunday Times' ‘100 Best Companies to Work For’. But as a small business, how do you know which to enter and which are worth your time? Awards for awards’ sake Don’t be fooled; the application process for awards can be lengthy and gruellingly detailed. See also: Small firms enter acquisition league The key is remembering that the application is your chance to tell the adjudicators just how great you are. Ask yourself, does that particular award speak to you, or are you just seeking the accolade of having an award logo on your website? The right award for you Our focus has always been on people. Don’t be shy to aim high. 1. 2. 3.
Useful Links | The Prince's Initiative for Mature Enterprise Business is Great is a service from the Government providing support, advice and inspiration to help entrepreneurs grow their business in England. Business in the Community runs a number of enterprise programmes helping SMEs to grow and create jobs. If you are a social enterprise, arc can help you get access to premises, training and expert business support, while the Access the Buyer events will introduce you to procurement specialists from large corporates. The Business and IP Centre at The British Library regularly holds useful workshops and seminars for entrepreneurs. For residents living in Wales, this organisation provides business support to people starting, running and growing a business. Business Gateway in Scotland offers professional resources and support to help entrepreneurs of all ages start businesses, including workshops, events, news and advice. Other mentoring websites include Horsesmouth and the Mentoring and Befriending Foundation.