Tag: kinesiology
7 Myths About Functional Kinesiology You Should Stop Believing
by Tania O'Neill McGowan
July 17, 2026
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Functional Kinesiology has become increasingly popular among people looking for a holistic approach to health, pain management, and overall wellness. Despite its growing recognition, there are still many misconceptions surrounding this practice. These myths often prevent people from exploring a method that may help improve movement, reduce discomfort, and support better body and mind function [...]
Understanding Muscle Monitoring or Muscle Testing in Kinesiology
by Tania O'Neill McGowan
June 4, 2026
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Muscle monitoring or muscle testing is one of the foundational techniques used in Kinesiology to identify areas of stress, imbalance, or dysfunction within the body. Often referred to as a biofeedback tool, it provides a unique pathway to the body’s subconscious responses, offering insight into not only physical function but also the emotional, mental, and […]
5 simple steps to help you to achieve your goals (and stay motivated)
by Tania O'Neill McGowan
April 2, 2026
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Wanting more for yourself isn’t a flaw, it’s part of being human. We are wired to grow, evolve, and aim for something better. Yet even with the best intentions, real change can be hard to sustain [...]
Why Changing Careers Might Be the Best Decision You Ever Make
by Tania O'Neill McGowan
February 12, 2026
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Today, changing careers is not only common, but also often necessary. As we grow, our priorities shift, our interests evolve, and what once felt right can begin to feel limiting. Many of us reach a point where we pause and ask ourselves whether our current path truly aligns with who we are now [...]
3 Kinesiology Tips to Overcome Stress During the Festive Season
by Tania O'Neill McGowan
December 16, 2025
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kinesiology techniques to help you going through the festive season December is often described as the most joyful time of the year—but for many people, it can also be one of the most stressful. Between family expectations, financial pressure, loneliness, relationship challenges, and the weight of New Year’s resolutions, the festive season can feel overwhelming […]
Understanding the Adult Learning Curve
by Tania O’Neill McGowan
October 17, 2025
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How to thrive as a kinesiology student at O’Neill College At O’Neill Kinesiology College, many of our students are adults aged 25 to 65 who are returning tostudy, often while balancing family, work, and personal responsibilities. Whether they are studyingfor a career change, a passion for healing, or personal development, returning to the classroom asan […]
Healing, Chakras and Kinesiology
by Tania O'Neill McGowan
August 30, 2018
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Healing is defined in the Oxford Dictionary as “The process of making or becoming sound or healthy again”. In Western countries, this definition is commonly applied to the physical levels of functioning only. However, to effectively heal someone, create long lasting wellness and bring them closer to wholeness, one needs to work with the subtle […]
The right and the wrong ways to deal with stress
November 1, 2017
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We all have strategies to cope with stress. Some are conscious efforts while others are ones we engage in subconsciously. How do you deal with stress? Going for a walk? Watching TV? Talking it over with someone? Or wallowing in repetitive thinking until you overwhelm yourself and eventually get too tired to care? A large-scale […]
Stress and the Brain
October 10, 2017
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It’s often said that stress is bad, but this isn’t entirely true. Some stress is actually useful because it can motivate us, help us meet deadlines, or escape alarming situations. In fact, when we experience moderate stress, this is when our performance is actually at its peak. So what happens when stress is ‘bad’? Let’s […]
Stress: Striking the Right Balance
September 14, 2017
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Today is R U OK? Day. I want to tell my story in the hope that it will help you break out of the stress and depression cycle. Unless you’re remarkably lucky, running your own business is stressful. Although I expected this before I took over O’Neill Kinesiology College, I didn’t expect it would take […]