Quit smoking! – A personal story from Viorica Balea of Washington
Phil on Sep 26th 2008
“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.”
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Ilchi Lee
sunflower on Sep 24th 2008
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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Body + Brain
Phil on Sep 22nd 2008
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?”
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