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Glenda’s colleagues, Physicians, Medical Professionals and Health Care Providers say…
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“I regularly refer my patients with chronic conditions such as insomnia, hypertension, and diabetes,
as well as arthritis pain, to Ms. Hesseltine’s Tai Chi classes, with good results.
Though Ms. Hesseltine is not an Asian, her training in Counseling Psychology and Guided Imagery
actually made her a better Tai Chi teacher than a conventional Chinese master,
as hundreds of people who took classes with her can attest to.”
Dr. Yi-Po Anthony Wu
Director
Pacific Complementary Medicine Clinic
Stockton, Ca.
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“I have had the privilege to work with Glenda in several capacities at Kaiser Permanente in Stockton.
She was involved in our Physician Wellness Seminar in which she was inspiring in her ability to elicit
participation from a group of medical providers known for their dislike of interactive activities.
As a certified instructor, she taught classes for our members…and provided education for patients with
fibromyalgia and chronic pain. She was much loved and inspired our members at her highly attended evening classes.
In an era where the new paradigm in health is directed at wellness, Glenda is a wonderful and masterful healer.”
Linda Hurst, BSN/FNP/PA
Women’s Health Specialist
Assistant Chief of Professional Education
Kaiser Permanente, Stockton, Ca.
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“I have been a student of Glenda’s for the past four years. Glenda is well-informed and trained in teaching all ages.
Her pleasant personality makes all of her students want to continue with the classes…
I am pleased to add that my cardiologist approves of the workout provided by Tai Chi.”
Philip D. Ross, M.D.
San Joaquin General Hospital
Stockton, Ca.
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“From the moment I was her student, I saw a woman with a passion for health and sharing her love of Tai Chi.
I took the beginning class and then the advanced martial arts class and was able to learn from her giving, loving spirit.
…Through Glenda’s mentorship and instruction, many of our chronic pain patients in our program now use Tai Chi
to help with their pain management.
Glenda has truly touched my heart and spirit and I have seen her teachings and classes affect many people here at Kaiser.
You will see for yourself how she has an uplifting, motivating spirit that affects all whom she encounters.”
Karen Messersmith, MPT
Senior Physical Therapist
Chronic Pain Program
Kaiser Permanente, Stockton, Ca.
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“Glenda Hesseltine is a Tai Chi teacher par excellence. With a background as a counseling psychologist,
coupled with deep understanding of wellness from her own recovery from fibromyalgia, Glenda is a motivational speaker for wellness…
one who practices the art of holistic healing both on herself and the community, she has touched and transformed many lives
in the course of her Tai Chi teaching.”
Dr. Teresa Chen
Program Coordinator
Pacific Complementary Medicine Clinic
Stockton, Ca.
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“Glenda has been the heart and soul of the Fibromyalgia class. She teaches in a way that is respectful of each person’s limits,
but at the same time, encourages them to be open to new possibilities.”
Dr. Monica Foster-Wells
Kaiser Permanente
Stockton, Ca.
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“She has helped many people with various conditions through the practice of body awareness and Tai Chi.
She is a very gentle, kind and loving person…an asset to any medical facility.”
Dr. Michael Kwiker
Health Associates
Sacramento, Ca.
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“Glenda is a respected, influential teacher who has touched the lives of those she has worked with and taught.”
Dr. Scott Evans
Acupuncture of Lodi
Lodi, Ca.
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“The rapport and sensitivity that she shares with her students is often expressed in class evaluations and letters of praise submitted
by her students. Glenda takes her work seriously and approaches life as a healer…staying focused on what is important.”
Vicky Gardner
Health Education Dept.
Kaiser Permanente
Stockton, Ca.
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“I wanted to let you know how much I appreciated taking Tai Chi lessons from you. I always knew you were special.
Until recently (when I saw someone else teach Tai Chi), I didn’t know how special! You really put your heart and soul into what you teach.
…You teach Tai Chi with passion and incorporate aroma therapy, music, art, and camaraderie within students.
You are blessed with the special art of Tai Chi.”
Dr. Arudra Bodepudi
Kaiser Permanente, Stockton
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“I have known the remarkable Ms. Hesseltine for many years… and as an instructor of Tai Chi in a program entitled
Wellness Works! … Because of Glenda’s extraordinary perception, absence of judgment, ability to teach,
and understanding of past and present life struggles many welfare recipients experience, she was successful in making Tai Chi
one of the most popular and helpful aspects of the curriculum.”
Dr. Paula LeVeck, R.N.
Retired Director: Wellness Works
Professor Emeritus, CSU Stanislaus
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For over three years, each instructor at Wellness Works! was evaluated by every participant.
A few examples of comments Glenda received are:
"Instructor was clear on how to relax one’s body."
"Glenda was very helpful for me because she taught me a way of healing myself from stress and pain."
"She was good at making us feel comfortable."
"She really helped me spiritually."
"Her voice was so perfect, like the way she sets the mood and atmosphere."
"Glenda was great, very kind, and taught me that I can be a strong, healthy, woman."
"Glenda is awesome!"
"Loved it!"
"How wonderful for the mind and soul"
"Very good"
"Calming, relaxing, excellent, wonderful, necessary."
"Outstanding!!"
"Straight and to the point. She also rocked."
"Excellent exercise. Suggestion: all participants need to take this course, whether it is one week or three weeks..."
"Tai Chi was very fun. The exercise helped me to deal with stress and it was very relaxing."
Participants of Wellness Works!
CalState Stanislaus
Stockton, Ca.
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Glenda’s students say…
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“I am a Public Health Nurse and I work for San Joaquin County. I was fortunate enough to meet Glenda Hesseltine and to study Tai Chi
with her for 18 months, which helped me tremendously in reducing my pain and stress due to a medical condition called Fibromyalgia.”
Joan Peters
Lodi, Ca.
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“I was diagnosed with peripheral neuropathy and told there was nothing to be done…just inevitable immobility…
By this spring (2004), I was able to travel to Washington D.C. for the March for Women’s Lives…
A year into practicing Tai Chi and I am a much healthier and yes, a much happier person.”
Rev. Sandra Exelby, M.P.H.
Public Health Educator
Stockton, Ca.
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“Glenda taught Tai Chi to City of Stockton employees for a number of years… Each time I left a Tai Chi session, I went back to work
feeling refreshed, calm, and energized… Tai Chi also helped me with health problems, including digestive problems and arthritis.
I have taken Tai Chi from other instructors and believe me, Glenda is the best! Her spirituality is a great part of Tai Chi
and it comes naturally to Glenda.”
Josephine Weber
Deputy City Clerk (retired)
City of Stockton
Stockton, Ca.
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“Personally, the benefits of the Tai Chi classes were invaluable. It’s amazing the stress you can let go of during and after a Tai Chi class…
The techniques taught in the class can be used anywhere… Glenda’s Tai Chi class certainly made for a better workplace!”
Cathy Sloan
Administrative Aide II
City of Stockton
Stockton, Ca.
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“Glenda helped me get my life revamped and we were able to create the perfect solution to get me motivated and excited about everything in my life!
I have come a long way from our meeting and could not have done it without her support and knowledge!”
“Thank you so much!”
nena
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Tai Chi “Miracles”
Glenda’s students say:
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| “My toes were cramping…I applied Tai Chi pressure to ear pressure points…..the cramping went away.” |
| Judy C. Stockton, Ca. 11/4/98 |
| “Where do I begin? I have had so many good things happen to me because of Tai Chi. The most noticeable to my family was the improvement in my walking.” |
| Marie J. Stockton, Ca. 11/10/98 |
| “Left arm & shoulder has pain…I used my fingers & tapped my left side…pain gone.” |
| MCL, Stockton, Ca. 11/13/98 |
| “My broken shoulder is improving so much, thanks to Tai Chi.” |
| Eleanor W. Stockton, Ca. 11/19/98 |
| “Four days with a houseful of Thanksgiving Day guests. Exhausting, but using my Tai Chi, my Fibromyalgia was held at bay.” |
| BLM, Lodi, Ca. 11/30/98 |
| “I am a CPA. All stress goes to my neck. I can finally move my head without pain!” |
| Stockton, Ca. 1/12/99 |
| “Using facial pressure points, I almost eliminated a cold…minimal symptoms, no nighttime coughing.” |
| Stockton, Ca. 2/8/99 |
| “On the way to class, I was so exhausted I hurt all over! … I was so relaxed leaving class that no part of me hurt!” |
| Stockton, Ca. 2/10/99 |
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