Free Health & Fitness Topics in Chicago

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  • The Mask of Masculinity: Breaking the Silence on Men’s Mental Health

    Jason Prinzo, Mental Health Advocate, Compass Marketing + Promotion

    Breaking the stigma surrounding men and their emotional well-being, Jason encourages open conversations about men’s mental health and self-worth. Society often teaches men to suppress their emotions, leading to silent struggles with mental health issues. In this extremely vulnerable keynote, Jason discusses how childhood trauma and an absent father led to years of internal struggles with masculinity, anger issues and fear of abandonment. MORE >

    After decades of hiding his mental illness, Jason finally came clean to the people around him. The result was shocking. Dozens of his male friends and co-workers began confiding in him about their emotional struggles. From professional athletes to members of the Chicago Police Department, where Jason speaks monthly, these men were suffering in silence. Honest and raw, Jason explores the unique challenges men face, including the pressure to have it all together in order to appear strong and the link between mental health and professional success.

    The talk provides practical tools for managing stress, building resilience, and fostering supportive environments at work and home. With a focus on breaking outdated narratives, this keynote empowers men to prioritize their mental health and seek the help they deserve.

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  • Meditation Is Your Superpower

    Moses Akhom, Meditation Instructor, THE ULTIMATE YOU

    Meditation Is Your Superpower is a transformative motivational speech that reveals how stillness can unlock strength, clarity, and resilience in a chaotic world. Blending personal insight with accessible science, this talk shows how meditation isn’t just a practice—it’s a powerful tool for emotional control, mental focus, and inner peace. Audiences will discover how just a few minutes a day can lead to greater confidence, reduced stress, and a deeper connection to purpose. This speech invites listeners to tap into their true potential by turning inward and awakening their superpower: a calm, focused mind. MORE >

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  • Stress Management and Anxiety Reduction

    Ron Martin, Principal, Founder, Executive Coach, Ocean Park Strategic Advisors

    In today's fast-paced world, stress and anxiety have become all too common, affecting entrepreneurs, leaders, and individuals from all walks of life. As a seasoned speaker and expert in stress management and anxiety reduction, I provide practical strategies and actionable insights to help individuals reclaim control over their mental well-being and unlock their full potential. MORE >

    My approach is rooted in empowering individuals to cultivate resilience and emotional intelligence, enabling them to navigate challenges with grace and confidence. By equipping them with effective tools and techniques, I empower them to tackle stressors head-on and build a solid foundation for lasting well-being.

    For entrepreneurs and leaders, the benefits of stress management and anxiety reduction are particularly profound. By learning to effectively manage stress and anxiety, they can optimize their performance, enhance decision-making, and foster a more positive and productive work environment. This not only boosts their own success but also has ripple effects throughout their teams and organizations.

    Moreover, reducing stress and anxiety is essential for maintaining overall health and well-being. Chronic stress has been linked to a host of health problems, including heart disease, obesity, and mental health disorders. By prioritizing stress management and anxiety reduction, individuals can safeguard their physical and mental health, leading to a happier, more fulfilling life.

    In essence, my approach to stress management and anxiety reduction is about empowering individuals to take control of their mental well-being and thrive in every aspect of their lives. By providing practical guidance and support, I help them build resilience, unlock their full potential, and create a life filled with purpose, passion, and vitality.

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  • From Darkness to Light: A Journey of Mental Health Resilience

    Jason Prinzo, Mental Health Advocate, Compass Marketing + Promotion

    In this powerful keynote, Jason explores the reality of mental illness including, anxiety, depression and suicide while offering practical strategies for managing mental health. Deeply personal, honest and insightful, Jason shares his story of overcoming years of childhood trauma that led to decades of struggles with depression, anxiety and eventually teetering on the edge of suicide. MORE >

    Equal parts personal and educational, Jason leaves audiences inspired by his journey along with useful and actionable ways to maintain our mental health while shattering the stigma behind mental illness. Ultimately, this talk is a call to normalize conversations around mental health and empower individuals to take control of their well-being.
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  • Hope Cometh: Breast Cancer Talks with Dr. Funmi

    Dr. Funmi Apantaku-Onayemi, Breast Cancer Talks, Hope Cometh

    Dr. Funmi Apantaku Onayemi inspires women to overcome the fear of breast cancer based on her three decades of leadership in the field as a researcher, community networks’ operative and survivor. She demystifies the beliefs and misconceptions that have fueled paralyzing fear about the disease – paralyzing fear that has caused alarming rates of avoidable deaths. MORE >

    She shares encouraging news with staggering statistics of breast cancer survivorship. Women will release the fear as they are enlightened and assured that hope has come.
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  • Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia: a Positive and Effective Approach

    Rosemary Gerstner, Marketing and Sales Director, Senior Helpers

    Alzheimer's/Dementia affects both the patient and the caregiver. Learn how to provide care for people living with Dementia with a focus on what they CAN do.

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  • Back in the Swing

    Betsy Voyles, President, FitGolf Performance Center

    Betsy will discuss golf-related health and fitness topics. Her talk is very interactive and any length of lecture/seminar is available.

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  • Protected: Taoist Tai Chi Demo

    Stella "Sally" Bryant, Taoist Tai Chi Society

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  • The Solution to America’s Health Crisis

    Robert Zoboski, DC, DACO, MS, President, Family Chiropractic Care S.C.

    By following an individualized three step approach, patients can realize reduction of cardiovascular risk, increased energy, and a much greater quality of life. This presentation also describes a novel concept of redesigning the system of health care delivery in the United States.

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  • Optimal Performance

    Dr. Frank Sassetti, PsyD, CPT

    Dr, Sassetti has created a curriculum of how to be at your best to do your best. By creating a healthy body along with a focused and resilient mind, anyone can position him/herself to perform at optimal levels, no matter what the endeavor. Any audience will learn the importance of the relationship between the body and mind and how a this relationship forms the foundation for optimal performance/success. Participants will learn practical tools to implement immediately to being on their path to optimal performance. MORE >

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