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“I want to share this true story with you and maybe this way I can help someone that is just like me. I initially went in to Body + Brain center for the Tai-Chi, and discovered more than I bargain for (don’t you feel like that sometimes.) Well I don’t think it was bargain that kept me going there. The exercises we are doing are simple and effective for the body and mind.

Like many of us I had a bad habit. It was very hard to give it up. SMOKING. I’ve tried so many, many times, only to fail and feel not worthy, because I could not control my habit. Well let me tell you that after two months of going to the center I stopped smoking and this time it was different because I felt that It came from inside me, It’s so hard to explain something that you have never felt before, it was easy to give it up and not feel bad or that you were missing it. I was surprised how my body reacted to the cigarettes, the taste was not satisfying any more.

Shortly after I stopped smoking I went to a party where a lot of people were smoking, to my surprise I was not craving for cigarettes and you know how it is at a party! You just let loose and enjoy yourself. I was not tempted at all even though they offered many times, and I had a good time dancing and being with friends.

Just like giving up smoking everything else has changed in my life, feeling the Ki energy is heavenly, you are in this state of peace, happiness that not only you benefit but everybody around you. There is so much more to say that I could go on forever. Stay tuned and I’m sure there is more of my growth that I could share with you.”

Ilchi Lee

Ilchi Lee has spent several decades investigating ways to develop the potential of the human brain. Through his life-long pursuit of brain-centered training methods and programs, hundreds of thousands of people around the world have achieved the benefits of healthier bodies, improved learning, business success, and personal empowerment.

Ilchi Lee personally has trained and consulted with top business leaders, such as Ju Yung Chung, founder of Hyundai Corporation and Jong Hyon Chey, founder of SK Corporation. He taught his method in many parts of the world, including the United States, South Korea, China, United Kingdom, Canada, and Japan.

The latest result of Ilchi Lee’s research and innovation, Brain Education System Training (BEST), aims to help people become the masters of their brains and ultimately of their lives. BEST includes brain-related exercises to increase mind-body coordination, to develop greater openness and flexibility of the mind, and to unleash creative potential from the brain.

Ilchi Lee believes that humanity, by focusing on the brain as the final determinant of human consciousness and behavior, will unite people worldwide in creating a peaceful, sustainable way of life within this century.

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Holistic wellbeing – A personal story by David Keller of Arizona

“Physically, I never felt very limber, but since training, I can bring my face to my knees as well as stretch my body farther than I used to. I have been living with back pain for years now due to a disc problem in my lower back. I have less pain now as well as more mobility. I didn’t realize how weak my lower body was until I started training. Through homework, as well as class, I can see improvements in my lower body strength and foundation.

Mentally, Iam now able to maintain focus for a more extended time than I have ever been. Although I am still erratic, there is improvement. I have learned more about Ki in my seven weeks of Body + Brain training, than all of my 2 ½ years of studying Aikido.

And spiritually, although I have only glimpsed my true self at times, I know that if I continue my training, I will eventually become my true self! What could be greater than that?”

One way to gain control over your stress response is to realize when it has become inappropriate.
Some stress is beneficial, but when and how does it become a problem for you? One way to determine
this is to watch your physical body closely. Often, even before your conscious mind becomes aware of
a stressor, the muscles in your body respond to it,becoming tense and rigid.
If you are under the influence of chronic stress, you probably have a few stress-related knots around your
neck and shoulders. Sound familiar? Work to release these knots through stretching, massage, and breathing
exercises such as those in the following chapters.
Be patient—your body has a stress habit, so these tense spots may take awhile to alleviate.
Also, notice how your body responds when you are in a highly stressful situation. Do you hold your
shoulders high? Does your breathing become shallow and rapid? These little details can be your clue to
the point at which stress hormones have gone from helpful to hurtful.

from the book “brain management” by ilchi lee

The information in the followings will lead you to a sense of empowerment over the workings of your brain.
The goal is to develop awareness of the role of the brain in your life, to gain an ability to coordinate the various parts of your brain, and ultimately to gain mastery over your brain so that it is working fully in your favor. Apply the principles presented here to your life with honesty and sincerity, and you will discover a new sense of peace and meaning for your life.The content of this book is based on the Brain Education System Training, which includes the following steps:

 Brain Sensitizing, Brain Versatilizing, Brain Refreshing,Brain Integrating, and Brain Mastering 

 Ultimately, the steps are meant to be practiced simultaneously over the course of a lifetime as you continually revisit and refine each step. However, in the beginning, it is worthwhile to linger on each step to find a solid sense of understanding and proficiency before going on to the next step.

My greatest hope is that the information in these pages will help you find greater happiness and fulfillment in your life. This is really not about brain development in the academic sense. It is not about getting better grades or higher scores on IQ tests. These things are fine, and they may happen as a result of this method. But all that really matters in the end is your overall quality of life. So please use this book well, use your brain well, and uncover the great joy of living that is your human birthright.

From the book “Brain Management” by Ilchi lee

Head stimulation practice of Dahn Yoga

1. Place your hands on your head with the thumbs close together at the hairline.
2. Press your thumbs in to lightly massage your scalp at the hairline.
3. Move your thumbs apart and continue to massage lightly along the hairline.
4. End at the back of the neck.
5. Massage the back of the neck with your thumbs, starting at the hairline and moving upward to the top of the head and forward to the front hairline, where STEP 1 started. Repeat STEPs 1 and 2.
6. Lightly tap your entire head with your fingertips, beginning at the top, moving toward the back, and then to the temples, and finally to the forehead.
7. Feel each area as you tap and continue to breathe out through your mouth.
8. Spend 10-20 seconds tapping each area.

Human being is a part of the Earth. I always thought that my friends from rural parts of the country have different attitudes and experiences about the nature than those from urban parts. I don’t think which one is better than the other, but there is for sure strong and weak points to both parts. Ilchi Lee says on connection with the Earth, in his new book Brain Wave Vibration.

When we say human being is a part of the entire earth life system, it is natural that human’s health is closely connected with positive experience of and interaction with nature. Ilchi Lee says, since the Industrial Revolution, humankind has become increasingly disconnected from the Earth. I can see that many children and young students suffer from Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. In urban circumstances, we have lots of things to distract us from concentrating on something. There are lots of information coming from outside, such as from TV, newspaper, video game, movies, etc. Among them, how much information is what we ourselves created for ourselves.

We are taking others’ information not necessarily with proper accessment. Connection with the Earth is important. As we disconnect from nature, we also seem to disconnect from each other; our relationships sour and our mental health is compromised.

Throughout Dahn Yoga practice, you will see various acupressure points on the body. In traditional Asian medicine the acupressure points have poetic names. The imagery of point’s name offers insight into either a point’s benefits of location.
But in the West people use abbreviations that reflect the organ system influenced and the position of the meridian. See box, for the abbreviation of each meridian. Also, each point is assigned an identification number to track its placement along the body. Point location numbers, such as Ki 1, BL 8, are standard referencing system used by professional acupuncturist. See obx, for key to abbreviations of the meridians. Dahn Yoga practices might use both an identification number and a Korean name to indicate each acupressure point.

Through deep meditation, what we will get ?

Maybe it’s ’the heaven’ 

Ilchi Lee’s Inspiration from Wisdom of Chun Bu Kyung

/Chun/   Heaven, Sky

From the boundless heavens, which are not hindered by anything, learn to have an open heart. Look to the heavens, empty and so able to encompass all things, and learn to have a great heart full of courage, not obsessed with the small things in life.

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Dahn Yoga for MS and Similar Conditions, a new DVD release from holistic health and education publisher BEST Life Media, LLC, guides MS sufferers through a workout designed specifically to meet their needs. The program includes a variety of gentle stretching exercises, guided breath work, and simple energy training techniques. Dahn Yoga has been shown effective in ameliorating some of the physical effects of multiple sclerosis, including muscle spasticity and fatigue. Furthermore, the video provides great tips for managing stress and developing greater emotional control and mental focus.

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