Train Your Brain to Be Happier
Alvaro Fernandez writing for Sharp Brains starts his article with the understanding that our ‘mind’ or awareness emerges from the physical brain. Yes! That is why I continue to write “body brain” throughout this blog. The brain without the body is like the Pope without a church… or rain without the sky. From now on, say “body brain” ok? OK! Then pay particular attention to how your body is nurturing your brain to be happy.
Wellness Quest for Your Best! Enjoy proactive health activities reducing health risks. Raise physical fitness, eat well, manage body weight, lower stress, and use medical self-care to seek higher personal, family, and workplace wellness. Elevate and celebrate health outcomes using research-based, ‘active learning’ methods that appeal to all ages and all learning styles. Produce GLAD results Grabbing information, Learning, Applying, and Dedicating yourself to total well-being.
Saturday, June 20, 2009
Thursday, June 18, 2009
Music and the Brain Video
Master my movement routine to speed your body brain!
Current body brain research shows the significance of learning novel and complex movements to extend neural networks. The new, speedier connections created between the sensory and motor system are the same pathways used during academic pursuits (e.g., writing, reading, calculating, spelling). Myelin is being added, speeding visual and auditory processing along with fine and gross motor movements.
How long will it take you to memorize the movement sequence and lyrics? When you do master it, send me a video clip. I will send a free copy of my perpetual Health Care-toons Calendar, 365 Ways to Feel and Look Great to the first five respondents who demonstrate mastery doing the entire routine (reciting the lyrics and mimicking the gestures), straight through without stopping the camera!
Current body brain research shows the significance of learning novel and complex movements to extend neural networks. The new, speedier connections created between the sensory and motor system are the same pathways used during academic pursuits (e.g., writing, reading, calculating, spelling). Myelin is being added, speeding visual and auditory processing along with fine and gross motor movements.
How long will it take you to memorize the movement sequence and lyrics? When you do master it, send me a video clip. I will send a free copy of my perpetual Health Care-toons Calendar, 365 Ways to Feel and Look Great to the first five respondents who demonstrate mastery doing the entire routine (reciting the lyrics and mimicking the gestures), straight through without stopping the camera!
Wednesday, June 17, 2009
Drum Therapy
Rhythm for self-expression, healing and heightened well-being
Michael Drake cites research on About.com, showing how drumming can reduce tension, anxiety and stress… control chronic pain…boost the immune system… deepen self-awareness… induce altered mental states of euphoria… team with others… connect with the natural rhythms of life… integrate the body, mind and spirit… and heighten self-expression. What a fun way to get the beat on overall health! For more resources check the Shamanic Drumming website.
Michael Drake cites research on About.com, showing how drumming can reduce tension, anxiety and stress… control chronic pain…boost the immune system… deepen self-awareness… induce altered mental states of euphoria… team with others… connect with the natural rhythms of life… integrate the body, mind and spirit… and heighten self-expression. What a fun way to get the beat on overall health! For more resources check the Shamanic Drumming website.
Monday, June 15, 2009
Autism Games
Use play for social, emotional and sensory motor development
Tahirih Bushey has developed a playful site full of articles and fun videos showing how to play with an autistic child. Autism Games shows a variety of effective ways to use play to build language and boost attention. Sensory and motor skills are being developed through repetition. Visit Tahirih’s blog and enjoy her engaging ways to help autistic children "regulate emotions… navigate the social world… and interact in the physical world.”
Tahirih Bushey has developed a playful site full of articles and fun videos showing how to play with an autistic child. Autism Games shows a variety of effective ways to use play to build language and boost attention. Sensory and motor skills are being developed through repetition. Visit Tahirih’s blog and enjoy her engaging ways to help autistic children "regulate emotions… navigate the social world… and interact in the physical world.”
Sunday, June 14, 2009
Creative Breath Taking
Boost mental clarity/creativity with breath taking
Enchanted Mind website suggests several ways to enhance your creativity. As a body brain enthusiast, I was impressed with the article on breath control, explaining how holding the breath, and alternate nostril breathing is effective. How about the deep water method of writing down ideas – hopefully you won’t drown of a writer’s cramp. Jeff
Enchanted Mind website suggests several ways to enhance your creativity. As a body brain enthusiast, I was impressed with the article on breath control, explaining how holding the breath, and alternate nostril breathing is effective. How about the deep water method of writing down ideas – hopefully you won’t drown of a writer’s cramp. Jeff