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August 2017
BULLETIN
The Wisdom of Our Mentors Two Teachers Who Changed My Life Forever
test or assignment, she was always able to give me something to trip me up and keep me on my toes. With her, it wasn’t about completing a rote task, it was about excelling. That was a powerful lesson. A little later in life, when I was at Stockton University, I met Mr. Smith. I was in his course, “Sports and Society,” basically on a whim. It was one of those general courses that you just have to fill in. Aside from it ending up being a fascinating, engaging course examining the way the world works while using sports as a lens for analysis and explanation, I’ll never forget a piece of advice he gave me at the beginning of the semester. After the first day of class, I went up to him, to let him know I was dedicated to pulling a good grade, asking for anything I could do to ensure a solid score in the class.
Ever since I was a little kid, I’ve been a dedicated student. I’d get home from school, and the first thing on my list for the evening would invariably be my homework. From fourth grade to my high school graduation, my parents never needed to intervene or encourage me to focus on my schoolwork or bring up my grades. Though they were always there to help me with anything I might need, I was mostly self-motivated when it came to class. However, there are still those teachers who stick out in my memory, the ones who encouraged me to push myself to the limits of my capabilities, or gave me invaluable advice. I remember one teacher I had in high school, Mrs. Butka, who taught geometry. I had an aptitude for math and science growing up, so right from the beginning of the semester, I began breezing through her assignments. One day at the end of class, she stopped me as I was leaving. “Oh, Michael,” she said, “Your homework is going to be different tonight.” Understandably, I was baffled. What did she mean? She started giving me tougher, more involved assignments than the rest of the class, forcing me to work ahead and do progressively more difficult proofs. I was never exactly bored with school, but the challenges Mrs. Butka threw at me every day were definitely a breath of fresh air. She was one of those teachers who kept reaching for new horizons. No matter how well I did on a
where you want to go, always look back and, if you see anybody struggling who didn’t have the opportunities you were given, use your resources to help them along in the process.” It was one of those revelations that sticks with you for your entire life, that molds you at the fundamental level. I keep it in mind to this day. In fact, I actually stayed in touch with Mr. Smith for years, and even met his son, a successful attorney, years later. Regardless of how self-motivated we may be, there will always be those who provide us with invaluable wisdom and push us further than we’d be able to go otherwise. Mr. Smith and Mrs. Butka are just two such people on a long list, but I’m incredibly grateful for everything they did for me — probably without even realizing it. — Dr. Michael Russo
“What’s your GPA?” He asked.
“Not where it needs to be,” I replied. I was trying to get into PT school at the time.
He surprised me with what he said next. “Listen,” he said, sitting back in his chair. “We both know you have more opportunities than most people. You have some connections, some of those things that you can utilize to work your way through college, you’re fortunate enough to not have major student debt …” He paused. “Nothing is wrong with any of that. But remember, when you get to
“But remember, when you get to where you want to go, always look back and, if you see anybody struggling who didn’t have the opportunities you were given, use your resources to help them along in the process.”
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Get Poppin’ Popcorn is considered to be a fairly healthy snack by most experts, especially when compared to other salty treats, like corn chips. Unfortunately, microwave popcorn is another matter. Many popular popcorn brands use trans fats, which the Centers for Disease Control estimate are related to 20,000 heart attacks and 7,000 deaths annually. Additionally, a study from the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health identified a connection between the chemical diacetyl, used to flavor microwave popcorn, and cases of lung disease in workers at popcorn factories. For popcorn lovers, the answer is clear: Make popcorn yourself! Pour ¼ cup of popcorn kernels into a regular brown paper bag, fold the top of the bag shut tight, then pop in microwave for about two minutes, or until popping slows to a second between pops. Voila! Fresh popcorn with no factory chemicals. If you’re craving some fun flavors, try these simple recipes. Traditional Butter Melt 2 tablespoons of butter, then drizzle it along the sides of a brown paper bag. Pour your already popped popcorn into the bag until it’s half full, close the bag tight, and shake vigorously. In no time, you’ll have perfectly buttered popcorn! Cinna-sugar Bliss This is a great recipe to satisfy your sweet tooth. Add 1 teaspoon of cinnamon and 2 tablespoons of sugar to 3 tablespoons of melted butter. Drizzle onto the edges of a brown paper bag, add popped popcorn, and shake well! Climb It When You Hit a Wall,
Shake Up Mov e Night With Crazy (Healthy) Popcorn Recipes
Sriracha Sesame Celebration Here’s to the adventurous popcorn lovers! Combine 1 tablespoon Sriracha, 1 teaspoon of sesame seeds, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1 teaspoon of olive oil. Sprinkle half over popcorn and shake well inside of bag. Repeat with remaining mixture.
Whether you’re preparing for a movie marathon or need an after-school snack, any of these recipes will be a tasty alternative to the chemicals saturating microwave popcorn. Enjoy!
The easiest way to get help is just to head over to your local indoor climbing gym, walk up to the front desk, and tell them you’re a newbie. They’ll be happy to set you up with some rental equipment and an experienced instructor. Indoor wall climbs are completely safe and relatively easy. They’ll have routes available for every skill level, allowing you to escalate difficulty at your own pace. Let your trainer or friend give you the lowdown on climbing lingo. First, you’ve got your harness, a belt that loops around your legs and waist that has attachments to connect to a rope. Metal carabiners will link the rope to your harness. Then, you’ve got your ever-vital belay, a metal doohickey used in belaying — go figure — or rappelling. Belaying is the process of one climber securing the rope for another as they ascend. Rappelling is simply a fancy word for sliding carefully down the rope back to earth. Spend some time on the sidelines, observing the veteran climbers. If you have questions, don’t hesitate to ask anyone who might be around. The climbing community is well-known for welcoming new participants. They’ve all been where you are.
Rock climbing may be daunting, but you don’t have to have supernaturally chiseled back and arm muscles to do it. And you should do it: Research shows that, far beyond being a prime tool for building muscle strength and cardiovascular endurance, climbing can improve your memory, reduce stress, and help your brain become more effective at solving problems. It would be unwise, however, to just pick a mountain and start clambering up. The first thing you’ll need is guidance. Somebody has to show you the ropes — literally. Whether that means a friend well- versed in the ways of ascension or a professional guide is up to you.
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THE DOMINO EFFECT OF NECK PAIN Cervical and Shoulder Pain Can Cause Other Problems
One of the most common problems we treat at the New Jersey Institute of Balance is cervical pain, coupled with shoulder pain. Poor posture, combined with a 9-to-5 desk job, leads to a breakdown in body structure. The head starts to lean forward, the shoulders become rounded, and the problem only gets worse. Pain will radiate from nerves in the displaced cervical disc, spreading into the rest of the neck, often moving all the way out into the shoulders and the upper back. If cervical problems are not addressed early enough, it’s almost certain to lead to other problems, including permanent posture changes. 1. Sit in a chair, with your shoulder blades pulled back and down. Make sure your lower back is slightly arched and your eyes are looking forward and level. In this pose, raise your arms as high as you can, typically close to 160 degrees or even vertical. 2. Now, sit with poor posture. Slouch your lower back and round your shoulders forward. Let your chin and eyes drop forward. In this pose, try to raise your arms overhead. Most people will experience at least a 60 degree decrease in range of motion when compared to the same exercise with good posture. To see how poor posture can lead to other problems, try these two exercises:
Poor posture is more than a nuisance. It can cause a domino effect of health issues throughout your body. Don’t let cervical pain or shoulder pain hinder your posture, leading to a long list of health issues. Contact New Jersey Institute of Balance and schedule a free consultation today!
Make the most of these remaining summer weeks and take dinner outside to the grill! You don’t need to visit the fair for this delicious, classic street food. Grilled Mexican Street Corn
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Ingredients
Recipe inspired by seriouseats.com.
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1 medium clove garlic, minced ¼ cup finely chopped cilantro leaves
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¼ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup sour cream
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½ cup finely crumbled feta cheese
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4 ears corn, shucked
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½ teaspoon chili powder
1 lime, cut into wedges
Directions
1. Set burners of gas grill to high heat and allow to preheat for 5 minutes. 2. Combine mayonnaise, sour cream, cheese, chili powder, garlic, and cilantro in large bowl. Stir until well-combined and set aside. 3. Place corn on hot grill, rotating occasionally. Grill until cooked through and charred in spots on all sides, for about 8 minutes. 4. Transfer corn to bowl with cheese mixture and use large spoon to evenly coat each ear on all sides. Sprinkle with extra cheese and chili powder and serve immediately with lime wedges.
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INSIDE This Issue
The Wisdom of Our Mentors
Movie Night Just Got Butter! Beat That Wall!
The Domino Effect of Neck Pain Grilled Mexican Street Corn
Fight Negative News
They Say Ignorance Is Bliss … But Is It Healthy? The Effects of Negative News It’s nearly impossible to log on to social media or turn on the TV without seeing something distressing. Instead of dwelling on what’s troubling, let’s focus on how to protect our mental health. Why Is the News So Negative? As news media revenue goes down and people become desensitized, news organizations feel the pressure to show emotionally relevant
material such as crime and accidents. At a basic level, for something to be “newsworthy”— negative or not — it needs to be the exception to the rule, not the norm. That means watching the news might give you an inaccurate view of what daily life is like in the world. How to Fight the Negativity It’s important to understand important issues of the day. But when the news becomes too much, psychologists encourage you to take a break with some good news — or no news at all. Advances in medicine and technology happen all the time! Seek out those stories, or take a break from news altogether. That’s when no news can become good news.
The Psychology of Bad News A study by Psychology Today found that people who watch negative news feel worse about pre-existing worries than people who watch happy or neutral events. That means people watching the news don’t just feel anxious about the world — they feel more anxious about their own lives. British psychologist Dr. Graham Davey, who specializes in the effects of media violence, says negative news can affect how you interact with the world around you. As you consume threatening news, you’re more likely to spot threats in your day-to-day activities that aren’t there, which leads to anxiety.
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