Julie Lusk, Author at Wholesome Resources

Superbrain Yoga

November 2, 2015 by Julie Lusk

Superbrain Yoga® is great for anyone interested in improving mental energy, concentration, memory, and enjoying a mind that’s sharp and clear. It’s helpful for all students, adults who want to be at the top of their game, and seniors. A bonus is that it strengthens your legs too. BTW, this really has been practiced in India for ages and goes by the Sanskrit name of Thoppukaranam.

Superbrain Yoga® is a simple and effective technique to energize and recharge the brain. It is based on the principles of subtle energy and ear acupuncture. This powerful technique is explained in Master Choa Kok Sui’s latest book Superbrain Yoga®. According to Master Choa Kok Sui these teachings are very ancient and have been practiced in India for many centuries.

A great way to practice is to put on some fun music that lasts 3 minutes. One of my favorites is “Good Rain” by Trevor Hall. Tell us what songs you like in the comments.

Watch this 4 minute video to learn who it helps, how it’s done, and get results!

Pilot studies on the effects of Superbrain Yoga® on school children include children with disabilities such as ADHD/ADD, developmental and cognitive delays, Down syndrome and specific learning disabilities. Children studied showed significant increase in academic and behavioral performance, greater class participation and improved social skills. In one study, the result of an electroencephalograph showed increased amplitude in the parieto-occipital region of the brain following the Superbrain Yoga®. This indicates increased brain electrical activity following the exercise. More studies on the effects of Superbrain Yoga® are being conducted.

These kids do a great job giving you Superbrain Yoga instructions in this 2-minute video.

Miracle of Music and Mindfulness

August 27, 2015 by Julie Lusk

You’ve got to listen to Full Circle by Eugene Friesen (cello) and Paul Halley (piano). It’s amazing and I can’t get it out of my head. What’s amazing about it is that these two men had never ever played a duet with one another before. The music was not rehearsed and totally improvised on the spot. It’s joyful, imaginative, and so much more.

Each of us have our own unique gifts to share. Their’s is music. Yours might be gardening, art, cooking, child-rearing, or any number of things. This is a fine example of what happens when time is taken to hone one’s skills and to be present in the moment so magic can happen.

Please tell your story of a time when you were in the ‘zone.’

Yoga Nidra for Complete Relaxation & Stress Release is here!

August 23, 2015 by Julie Lusk

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Help Immunity, Sinus Headaches, Drainage & Sore Throats

July 25, 2015 by Julie Lusk

Try this to boost your immunity for better health. It can help relieve sinus drainage, sinus headaches, and sore throats. It’s already brought relief to me and many of my students. Try it out and let us know how it works for you.

Mark Lynch, DC, explains how this works and demonstrates how to do it here.
This video is a segment from one of my online yoga classes. It has a brief explanation and shows you what to do.

Watch this video for a full yoga class that includes lots more ways to support your immune system.

Mudras are yoga postures done with hands.

Try the Bhramara hand mudra help clear congestion. Use the link for details.

The Essence and Magic of Mindfulness Meditation: What, Why, How and Where

July 6, 2015 by Julie Lusk

What is Mindfulness Meditation

Mindfulness is defined as the impartial awareness of ones inner and outer experiences practiced moment by moment.

Here is an effective mindfulness meditation exercise from Yoga Nidra for Complete Relaxation and Stress Relief, a book and audio set by Julie Lusk. Try it out and let us know how it goes. Your questions (and answers) are welcome!

B…R…E…A…T…H…E for Mindfulness *

This mindfulness meditation provides seven steps for practicing mindfulness with a twist of meditation. The word “breathe” will help you remember each step. Take your time to fully experience each of the steps before going on to the next.

Process

Breathe fully, slowly.

Release muscular tension.

Engage and Expand your awareness.

Alert to sounds, sights, and smells. Awareness without naming.

Think positive thoughts.

Here and now.

Enjoy the moment.

Why: Benefits of Mindfulness Meditation

Diane Poole-Heller reports that research has shown that the benefits of a mindfulness meditation practice helps develop all 9 functions of the brain’s prefrontal cortex. This happens by practicing 20 minutes daily for only 8 weeks.

ANS Regulation – Sympathetic and Parasympathetic Balance
Attuned Communication – felt sense of other’s experience
Regulation of emotions
Response flexibility
Empathy
Insight – self awareness
Fear extinction – GABA fibers to amygdala
Intuition – deep knowing
Morality

How, When and Where

Mindfulness can be practiced formally by closing your eyes and sitting up straight as in meditation for 20 or so minutes. This builds up your capacity for mindfulness while also developing your brain. It will lift up your energy and lower stress levels. Your productivity will improve, your emotional fuse will lengthen, and your ability to enjoy living is enhanced. Your whole day will go better, even in the midst of stress.

In addition, mindfulness can be practiced informally as well. This is when you practice moment-to-moment awareness during your day-to-day activities. To get started, simply shift your attention to whatever is happening while it happens. For example, impartially check in with sensations from your body (cool/hot, tense/relaxed, etc.), notice how you feel, impartially naming the mood you’re in, and noticing how your emotions are being expressed physically, and by becoming aware of whatever thoughts are taking place. Practically speaking, this is done by taking time, for example, at meals to really look at your food and consciously smell it, taste it, and chew it. Throw in some gratitude if you wish. Or, take a few moments to feel the sunshine, to feel the actual texture of your pets fur or listen to whatever sounds are happening – all in a non-evaluative and nonjudgmental manner. This also goes for noticing however you’re breathing and the level of tension or relaxation that’s present in your shoulders.

* Reprinted from Yoga Nidra for Complete Relaxation and Stress Relief by Julie Lusk

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