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Yoga Basics Guidebook by Julie Lusk

Get your free Yoga Basics Guidebook, an eBook by Julie Lusk.  It has…

  • How to Practice Yoga:  Steadiness and Comfort vs. Struggle and Control
  • Guidelines for the Practice of Yoga.
  • General Benefits, Cautions and Contraindications of Yoga
  • Yoga Guidelines for Health Conditions
  • Yoga During Pregnancy:  General Guidelines and Cautions
  • Yoga Practice Sheet
  • Basic Alignment and Selected Warm Ups to Open Joints and Warm Muscles
  • Yoga Practice Sheet – Earth Series ©
  • Yoga Practice Sheet – Sky Series ©


 

As a bonus, you will get the Wholesome Resources News. It features:

  • Practical tips for improving your health through relaxation training, yoga,
    meditation, and other mind/body techniques. See previously published articles here.
  • Info on books, CDs and other services from Julie Lusk
  • Special offers, class and workshop schedules, valuable opportunities and more
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Emotional First Aid Kit | Personal Worksheet

December 1, 2023 by Julie Lusk

Emotional First Aid Kit [Read more…]

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Understanding OM | AUM

OM |AUM conveys universal peace, harmony, and divinity. Om is the sound vibration of the true Self (Atman) and exemplifies supreme consciousness. The sacred vibration of Om (Hindu, Buddhist, Jain) is similar in sound and meaning to Amen (Christian), Amin (Islamic). Notice how Shalom (Hebrew) and Om Shanti (Sanskrit) share similar sounds expressing peace.

Comprehensive in nature, Om is visualized by the image (yantra) above. It is the cosmic, primordial sound vibration of divine universal consciousness. Like other mantras, it transcends the mind and emotions. Its celestial qualities can be revealed and actualized when one’s body and mind vibrate to its sacred sound through repetition (japa). Repetition can be done out loud to influence us physically, whispered or with one’s lips for a mental-emotional effect, and silently for inspiring one’s higher Self.

Om is naturally heard when breathing out slowly. Start with your mouth open. Breathe out to hear aaahhh. Listen for ooouuu as your lips begin closing. You will hear mmmm when your lips close. Listen to the silent pause afterward.

The full meaning of Om is infinite. Over time, chanting Om and/or visualizing it personally can reveal its significance. Reading about it is helpful but cannot reveal its power. For inspiration, here is some of its meaning and symbolism. Colors are provided to aid understanding of the relationship between the visual and auditory experience of Om.

Written and compiled by Julie Lusk.  Primary sources: Vedas, Mandukya Upanishad, Bhagavad Gita, and Yoga Sutras.  ‘The Secret Power of Yoga’ by Nischala Joy Devi. Diagram and explanation of OM’s symbolic significance by Sreedevi Bringi.

OM Sound and Symbol– pdf Chart to Print

Sound vibration A (aaaah) U (oouuu) M (mmmm) Silent Om
  Visual symbolism   Bottom left curve    Side curve   Top left curve     Crescent moon =
Illusion. Obstacles
     Dot = true Self
  Aspects of time    Past    Present    Future    Timeless
  Aspects of focus    Outward    Inward    Outer inner harmony
  Aspects of being    Body    Mind    Spirit    Absolute
  Chakra energy    Lower chakras    Middle chakras    High chakras
  4 awareness states    Waking |Duality    Dreaming  Sleeping | Nonduality    Turiya (4th state)
  4 mind states    Conscious    Subconscious    Unconscious    Turiya (4th state)
  3 realms    Earth    Atmosphere    Heaven
  3 gunas (attributes)    Rajas (overactivity)    Sattva (harmony)    Tamas (inactivity)
  3 universal forces    Creation    Preservation    Dissolution
  Trinity    Brahma

Father / Mother

   Vishnu

Son / Daughter

   Shiva

Holy Spirit

OM Sound and Symbol– pdf Chart to Print

 

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

  • SoulCollage peoplePay 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.
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Milford, OH   45150

Greater Cincinnati Area


 

Business, Organization, Conference Speaker

Stress Management, Wellness and Mind-Body Mastery Speaker

Are you looking for a conference speaker, business speaker or lunch and learn presenter for your organization or meeting?  You just solved it!IMG_5755 (3)

Benefit now from our motivational training and resource materials provided in-person or remotely on Zoom. 

  • Stress management training skills for stress relief and increased productivity
  • Wellness promotion techniques to improve total health
  • Increase employee satisfaction with fitness techniques for the mind and body
  • Desktop Yoga chair exercises & techniques to improve productivity and morale
  • Yoga, Meditation and Teacher Training Workshops
  • Julie has written five books and produced numerous audio recordings on these subjects.  Review the testimonials page and look at the client list (PDF)

 Book Julie Lusk – Call 513-248-9642 or click here to email.

Desktop Yoga ® 

Keep employees alert and productive while reducing risks associated with repetitive motion injuries with Desktop Yoga ®.  Effective chair exercises are taught to relieve aching backs, tired eyes and tight shoulders.  Energy is replenished by learning ‘How to take a two-hour nap in two-minutes’  Julie is the author of Desktop Yoga ®.

  • Click for more details on the Desktop Yoga workshop.
  • Click to see Desktop Yoga testimonials (PDF)  

 

DARE to Relax © Stress Management Workshop

Transform daily stress into the energy needed to enjoy life.  DARE’s self-care principles include Diet; Attitude and Awareness; Rest, Relaxation, and Relationships; and Exercise. 

  • Click for more details on the DARE to Relax workshop 
  • Click to see DARE to Relax testimonials (PDF)

 

Mike Sterling, Director of Human Resources, The Art Institute of Ohio writes:

Dear Julie:  Thanks for sharing the Dare to Relax session with our staff.  I have received several positive comments about it, especially the “2- Hour Nap in 10-minutes” segment.

Our staff received several valuable tips on reducing stress and the consequences of stress at work and in our personal lives.  It was definitely time well spent.”   Mike

Book Julie Lusk – Call 513-248-9642 or click here to email

Spices for Life ™  Wellness Workshop

Discover how to create, balance and enrich professional and personal power through a comprehensive approach to living.  SPICES represents the six components of wellness: Social, Physical, Intellectual, Career, Emotional, and Spiritual health.

  • Click for more details on the SPICES for Life for Wellness workshop.

Mind-Body Mastery for Wellness

Gainan understanding of the principles and practices of the mind-body connection.  You’ll learn a variety of techniques that effectively increase physical, mental and emotional health while decreasing stress.

  • Mental Benefits: Improve concentration, memory and problem solving, increase energy, spark creativity, reduce frustrations and increase emotional stability.
  • Physical Benefits:  Increase immunity, reduce muscular tension and pain (headaches, backaches, etc.), regulate blood pressure, sleep better, cell rejuvenation and repair

Book Julie Lusk – Call 513-248-9642 or click here to email

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

Greater Cincinnati Area

513-248-9642

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