Posts by Department of Life Coaching
ADHD Tools: Tips from a Life Coach
One of the many gifts I’ve had in Life Coaching at OPI is the opportunity to look outside of myself and into the experiences of another person, to help them to improve their quality of life. One of my favorite concepts in working with clients is the idea of creating a “tool belt” of skills…
Read MoreSMART Goals for Successful Goal Planning
2014 is under way and off to an exciting start at OPI Living. After the success of our November “Gratitude Tree,” we decided to create a “2014 Goals Tree.” It has been inspiring to see what our participants and staff aim to achieve this year. Each person who wanted to participate took a snowball-shaped piece…
Read MoreOPI Living Gratitude Tree
In November the Optimum Performance Institute gave its participants and staff the “30 days of gratitude” project and challenge. The challenge was to have at least one thing we are grateful for each day. It was a wonderful opportunity to reflect on our lives leading up to the Thanksgiving holiday on all the little things…
Read MoreReflections on the Recovery Process in National Recovery Month
Every September during National Recovery Month, the Addictions Counseling Department, along with the entire Optimum Performance Institute, takes time to reflect on the recoveries of our clients, family and friends, and even our own. Recovery doesn’t always look the way people think it does. The process of recovery can relate to traumatic events in childhood,…
Read MoreAddressing a Silent Epidemic During National Suicide Prevention Week
If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts or urges, seek help immediately. Support is just a free phone call away at the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 24 hours a day/7 days a week: (800) 273-8255. Para obtener asistencia en español durante las 24 horas, llame al (888) 628-9454. National Suicide Prevention…
Read MoreMindfulness Kayaking in Malibu with the Life Coaching Department
On Friday, June 21, OPI’s Life Coaching Department offered its first “Life Coaching Outing.” We took nine participants to beautiful Zuma Beach in Malibu, CA for a Mindfulness Kayaking Experience. During the morning, participants were guided by life coaches to approach the event as an exercise in observing their thoughts and feelings when facing a…
Read More“SMART” Secrets from a Life Coach: How to Make Your New Year’s Goals Work!
It’s that time of year again for most people–a time when we’ve been reflecting back on our accomplishments as well as the roadblocks encountered from the previous year and our vows that 2013 will be different. But will it? At the Optimum Performance Institute, as with all of our OPI Living Programs, we can help…
Read MoreRemember to Take Care of Yourself During the Holidays!
With the holidays right around the corner it’s very important that all of us remember to practice some self-care during this seemingly stressful season. Whether you’re traveling home to be with your families or snuggling up with your pets, it’s essential to remember to focus on your own needs as well during this busy time…
Read MoreLet Your Voice Be Heard, Get Out and Vote Today!
At the Optimum Performance Institute, we encourage our participants to get involved with their lives at the highest level – the government! No matter what your political views and opinions are, they are yours and deserve to be counted. You have the opportunity to make a difference. Get out this year and vote! For young…
Read MoreOPI Intensive Participant Finds New Way Of Self-Expression Through Action Workshop
One of our Life Coaching Department members and an Expressive Therapy Group Facilitator, Rory Pollinger, recently shared with our OPI Living community about a wonderful Action Workshop participant performance: “As a part of OPI Intensive, our specialized Borderline Personality Disorder treatment program within the Optimum Performance Institute, we have a weekly workshop that focuses on…
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