Helping and Empowering People with EFT, Shalini J. Yamdagni February 18, 2010
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Where are you from originally?
I am originally from India. My father came as an expat to Thailand when I was 6 years old and he stayed for 20 plus years. My education has been partly in India and Thailand. After my high school graduation from Ruamrudee International School, I went to India for a Bachelor’s in Psychology and Master’s in Social Work from Delhi University. After completing my graduate degree, I returned to Thailand. I’m married now and have 2 kids, both were born in Thailand. My husband’s parents moved to Thailand when he was a few months old, so Thailand is home to us.
What do you do professionally in Bangkok?
I am an Advanced EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques) Practitioner. EFT is a self help tool that you can learn and apply by themselves for all kinds of physical and emotional issues.
I discovered EFT as I was looking for alternative ways to help myself from an ailment called Costochondritis – an inflammation of a ligament that connects the ribs and breast bones. I had suffered from this pain for 8 months and after endless visits to the hospitals, physiotherapy sessions, nothing seemed to work. I decided to explore energy therapies. Before EFT, I was introduced to energy therapies like Chakra Diagnoses, Chakra Balancing, and Radical Healing. But as I learned EFT and started to apply it by myself, I noticed instant relief from pain. After using it for a month not only was I free from all my pain, but EFT started for me a path of self-discovery. I discovered a deep passion to empower others to help themselves and it is the reason I became an EFT Advanced Practitioner. For me, EFT stands out from the rest of the therapies because it works often where nothing else will. You often get instant results; it is easy to apply by yourself and its “one tool for all problems”.
I have now used EFT with over 200 clients now for all sorts of physical, emotional, relationship, behavior issues, weight issues and also to boost performance at work, sports etc. I regularly conduct topic based workshops, i.e. stress relief, pain management, overcoming relationship blocks, easing pregnancy issues with EFT and lots more.
Can EFT help in everyday life?
EFT is a wonderful tool that my kids (7 and 8 years old), husband and I use every single day for all clearing away “emotional debris” from the day — things that upset us, any aches and pains, any concerns and worries of past or future, stuff at work, at school, at home.
All of us clean up our environment each day in order to operate effectively. Whether it is brushing our teeth, washing the dishes or washing our car, we spend considerable time each day making sure that debris does not accumulate in our possessions or our bodies.
When it comes to cleaning out emotional debris that is hampering or blocking us from functioning at an optimal level, many neglect or avoid dealing with it. While we won’t allow a heavy build-up of plaque on our teeth, we think nothing of having buildup of resentments, worries, sadness and other undesirable emotions that accumulate in our minds.
Daily emotional cleansing can help free you from limiting thoughts and feelings. It also helps you to releases and let go past events which caused emotional scar. Repressed emotions create imbalance in the body system. Left unresolved can often lead to dis-ease and disharmony. Used daily, EFT helps create happiness, peace, personal power and boosts your immunity.
All you have to do is simply tap with your fingertips on 8-9 key acupuncture points as you think or go through in your mind about all the things that upset you/bothered you/worried you today. You can watch the free videos showing the tapping sequence on my website http://www.eftthailand.com/videos.html
You can do a ‘daily emotional cleansing’ by using it with one or more of the physical cleansing rituals that you regularly do, such as shower time, after brushing your teeth. Linking it to these already established rituals will make you much less apt to forget using EFT on a regular basis.
What are your hobbies?
I love reading, music, dancing, gardening, cycling, and spending ‘quiet time’ with myself
Any networking tips?
I am a member of the Business Network International (BNI) the largest referral networking organization in the world. I am also a member of BNOW. I have to say that for me ‘networking’ has opened many doors to reach out to people. The most important thing I’ve learned about networking is that it’s not about just an exchanging business cards activity over a few drinks; it’s more about building trust and long term mutually beneficial business relationships by providing valuable service with integrity.
From IT to Owning a Dog Training Center February 13, 2010
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Tell us about yourself Khun Nada (Pup).
I ‘m a Certified Information System Auditor (CISA) and had been working as an IT auditor for Price Waterhouse Coopers (PWC) for 3 years after I graduated. I received my Master Degree in Management Information System (MIS) from the Case Western Reserve University in Ohio and Bachelor degree in Accounting Information System(AIS) from Chulalongkorn University.
Why did you decide to leave the corporate life and start Doggie Doo?
When I got back from the US, I got my first dog called “Cupcake”, a Golden Retriever. I took her for a training class at some training center. It was then I realize that this is such a good business that doesn’t really need a lot of investment. So, I decided to open a training centre in the heart of Bangkok since our family has land in Yenakart area. I started Doggie Doo (http://www.doggiedoo.net/) while I was working at PWC. After few months, I resigned from PWC so that I could concentrate my time and effort on developing Doggie Doo. For me, I prefer to have my own business than being an employee.
As a business owner, what do you think are keys to business success in Thailand?
I think that personal relationship, good services and location are key for my kind of business. In the beginning, I didn’t advertise at all. Most of our customers came from word of mouth. The first few doggy students came from my relative’s dogs and friends’ dogs.
Could you share with us some tips on dog training?
The owner can train their dogs every day for 5-10 minutes. The trainer just needs to be patient and reward the dog when it follows the command. The most important thing is that the owner must act as the pack leader of their dogs.
Helping Children to Care for the Ecosystem February 13, 2010
Posted by admin in : Bangkok, Ecosystem, Foundation, Interview , add a commentFebruary 6, 2010
Where are you from Sue?
I originate from Hull, East Yorkshire, England, I have two sons and 4 grandchildren. I used to work for the Abbey Bank as a Customer Service Manager for 27 years, which I enjoyed, I still keep in touch with my colleagues and even a customer I have known nearly all the time I worked for the bank, she writes and telephones me regularly. I love any animals and used to have shitzu dogs.
What brought you to Thailand?
We decided to take early retirement and come to Thailand, We just felt right at home after visiting our son here many times. I love the lifestyle and of course the sunshine, I must admit I do not miss the cold weather in UK. We used to live in Jomtien, Pattaya for the first year, but sadly I lost my husband to cancer, so now I live with my son and two grandchildren, together with our one year old British Bulldog, named Sumo. We have just given a home to a five year old ginger tom cat named Mr. Tong, who’s owner has left Thailand. I do drive in Bangkok but am still getting used to finding my way round, it can be confusing and of course you have to be so careful of the motorbikes. It can by so annoying when other drivers do not let you in even though you are indicating, but I just go with the flow.
What do you do?
I volunteer one day a week at my grand children’s school, Patana International, in Lauryn’s class, I enjoy being with the children. I also volunteer two days a week in my son’s office for his Charity PATT Foundation, which he founded. I help with the Ecokids camp and I have a good time as much as they do. We usually take Sumo, who is now the PATT mascot to any planting events, he even wears the tee shirt.
Plant a Tree Today (PATT) Foundation works to take action against deforestation and climate change through native forest restoration. We aim to raise awareness of global environmental issues and campaign for better environmental practices. PATT Foundation was founded in 2005 and is a UK Registered Charity and Thai Foundation.
Our work is primarily focused on the restoration of native forests. We implement reforestation projects for both biodiversity reasons and also as a means to sequester atmospheric C02. In addition to this, PATT Foundation also has an active and innovative education program. PATT helps students develop their environmental stewardship through our EcoKids Camp, Family Tree Planting days, School Tree Planting days, and setting up tree nurseries in the classroom. We have many projects and for more information, please visit our website www.pattfoundation.org
What are some tips to use get children more aware of the environment and ecosystem.
Send out party invitations by email, do not waste paper, recycle paper, 500 sheets of paper, which is one ream uses 6% of a tree.
Do not accept plastic bags from the supermarkets, take your own eco bags along.
Turn down the a/c , even 1 degree makes a difference, when you brush your teeth, turn off the tap, you may save eight gallons of water a day.
Turn lights and power off when you leave a room. Do not leave chargers plugged in all the time. Always ask mum or dad to unplug from the sockets for safety.
Playing on the computer or games uses a lot of energy, feel how hot it is when you have finished. Save energy by playing outside and of course will keep you fitter.
Eat local produce, or try to grow your own, even if you live in an apartment, you can use pots. Collect seeds on nature walks, plant and watch them grow.
The nearest green place to Bangkok is Pra Phadeang, which is an urban community forest restoration area.