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Stop Look Listen

October 17, 2012 by Julie Lusk

It’s the fall where I live and the trees are bright with color, the air is crisp and feels delightfully cool. Too bad I’ve been too busy to really notice it.

Luckily I came across a quote from Ferris Bueller. He says, “Life moves pretty fast. If you don’t stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it.” Not only did that become the reading and theme for yoga class, it inspired me to take the afternoon off and enjoy the fall beauty.

Here’s a quote from Nathaniel Hawthorne who said “I cannot endure to waste anything so precious as autumnal sunshine by staying in the house.”

How about you? Have you been buzzing through life and missing out on what’s important? It will do you some real good to take some time out. It doesn’t even have to take much time. Remember, even a 5 minute break really helps.

Here’s a mini-meditation from my Mind-Body Mastery eBook that can be done anytime and anywhere. Your awareness will increase and it will settle your mind down and clear your head.

Stop – Look – Listen Mini-Meditation

Stop – Notice your posture . . . breath . . . energy level . . . mood . . . mental activity.
Look – Blink your eyes several times. Look at something far away and discover the details in what you see. Blink again.
Look at something close up. Discover the details.
Listen – Listen to sounds come and go. Simply observe without judging. No resistance. No clinging. Simply listen.
Smile.

Get the Mind-Body Mastery eBook here if you like mini-meditations and quick and easy relaxation exercises.

Guided Mindfulness Meditations: Practicing Presence & Finding Peace Download

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SoulCollage® Workshops – Zoom

Experience the Magic of SoulCollage®

Info & Registration

SoulCollage® is a fun process of making small collages from pictures and images that catch your eye. It boosts creativity, intuition, and self-discovery using a special and unique process to nurture your well-being. It’s different than typical collages, scrap-booking or vision boarding. It’s a special way to give expression to your inner voice by making collages and through conversation. Register now to find out for yourself.

No artistic talent is needed – cutting and pasting is all that’s required. New and experienced folks are welcome. Scroll down to pre-register.

SoulCollage easily becomes very empowering due to combining the proven process with the special supplies used. A personal deck of cards are made one at a time to weave parts of yourself into wholeness. You’ll learn to consult your cards using a simple, yet elegant, process for gaining insights, answering questions, and getting more meaning from life.

5″x8” mat boards and special see-through sleeves are used. To spark your creative imagination and intuition, it’s customary to use pictures with no words on them. Precut images are supplied from a variety of sources. Your own photographs and images can be added. Participants typically make from 1 to 6 cards during a session.

You use your own supplies for Zoom workshops. ♥ BUY supplies here if needed.
All materials are supplied during in-person workshops – even snacks.

Comments from Participants

“I like the sense of community, the creativity, using my intuition, looking at images and finding beauty and meaning.”

“I like how it helps me see life through a different lens, a different perspective.”

“I love the soul-searching, self discovery, and connecting with others.”

Julie Lusk is a trained SoulCollage facilitator since 2015. She loves sharing it with others.

What is SoulCollage FAQ handout (pdf) explains what SoulCollage cards are, how to make them, types of cards, and how to use them on.
Get Julie’s Soul Collage READING Worksheet 2 per page 2021 (002) here. (pdf)
See the supplies needed. Order a packet.
Get detailed information from founder Seena Frost’s book, SoulCollage® Evolving.
Register below ↓↓

2026 SoulCollage Schedule

Come to one, some, or all!
All times are in the Eastern Time Zone
Schedule is subject to change
Click here to contact Julie Lusk to save your spot or make inquiries.

Jan	July
Feb 21 \|10 – 1:30 pm on ZOOM	Aug 8 \| 10 – 1:30 pm on ZOOM
March	Sept
April 18 \| 10 – 1:30 pm \| on ZOOM	Oct 24 \| 10 – 1:30 pm on ZOOM
May	Nov
June 20 \| 10:30 – 2 pm on ZOOM	Dec

Registration

Pay online below OR send a check to payable to Julie Lusk to 5678 Willnean Dr., Milford, OH 45150
$30 on Zoom for a virtual workshop from your own home using your own materials. Purchase supplies and have them mailed to you in advance if needed. Options include just cards & sleeves or a complete workshop supply packet including instructions, mat boards, sleeves, frame, glue stick, and a variety of inspiring, trimmed images. Get supplies here.
Register now for all 5 in 2026 for $125 to save time and money.
Schedule is subject to change. Verify dates and times here.
Cancellation/ Refund Policy: Contact Julie for details. No refund or credit for no shows.

SoulCollage (r) Workshop

Register now! Checkout at "View Cart." A confirmation email is sent prior to the SoulCollage workshop with details and directions.

Price: $40.00

Price: $30.00

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Julie T. Lusk, M.Ed.
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Milford, OH 45150

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These handmade Native American style flutes have a full, warm sound. They easily play softly or with gusto. They are expertly crafted from western red cedar because of its beauty and coupled with its amazing sound. It’s lightweight which adds to its playability.

Accurately tuned to 440.
Flutes are shaped and tuned by hand with specialized tools. Each flute is beautifully embellished with unique designs handcrafted with a wood-burner.
An innovative thumb rest is added to secure and balance the flute while playing. It positions your lower hand correctly. Place the thumb of the lower hand against the bottom of the thumb rest. The index finger covers the hole right above. This makes playing flute an absolute joy.
Flutes are protected by non-toxic waterproofing, inside and out.
A handmade cleaning rod is provided to easily swab moisture out of the flute after playing. This takes care of wetting out.
Tips on playing your Native American style flute, flute care, and trouble-shooting are found here.

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Individualize your yoga and/or meditation practice with private lessons to work on your own areas of special interest and to fit your schedule. You’ll get practical help on how to turn stress into something positive.

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Together we will design a customized plan for you. This may include personalized lessons and guidance in yoga postures, yoga nidra relaxation, meditation, personalized guided imagery, visualization and relaxation, and wellness strategies.

For most, it is hard to make time to develop a practical plan and to put it into action. Others can keep to their plan, but only for a while, and then they slip back into old habits. Having information and support from someone else often makes all the difference.

Private lessons on zoom, email, and phone consultations are all options.

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