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Rachel Flower talks about brain health, and preventing and reversing dementia

You can’t teach an old dog new tricks they say. But that’s not actually true. Our brains are way more adaptable than we thought. We can reverse many of the signs of aging as new studies in brain health reveal. Believe it or not, we can actually reverse some of the signs of dementia and Alzheimers. With a few simple tools, we can become more vibrant, more creative and actively prevent these awful diseases.

5.2 million people in the US suffer from dementia or Alzheimers, and it will double every 5 years if we don’t do something about it. It’s already taking it’s toll, not just on the patients, but their caregivers. 80% of caregivers for people affected are non-professional, and of all the caregivers (professional and not) 40% of them will die before the people they are caring for. The stress, the burnout, the burden is immense. And we have a pandemic on the horizon.

Next to cancer, dementia is the number one health fear in the US. Understandably so. Who wants to forget the name of their grandchild? Who wants to lose their cherished memories, their mind, and their dignity taboot?

As we reach middle age, we joke about ‘senior moments’. We lose our keys. We forget names. We say this is all just part of aging. But it doesn’t need to be. These are the early signs of cognitive decline, but we don’t have to succumb. We can fight back, grow new cells, create new pathways in the brain. It all depends on how much we want it and whether we’re prepared to adjust our lifestyle in a way that promotes brain health.

Dr. Bresky MD, a ‘preventive gerontologist’ has, after decades of research, created a 9 point Brain Tune Up ® system, that is proven to reverse and prevent the signs of aging. He’s carried out many studies, worked with thousands of people, with astounding results. And none of it involves drugs. It’s not that he’s against drugs, but if you knew that 30 minutes of Mozart had the same effect on blood pressure as 10mg of Vallium, which would you choose? It’s about lifestyle – diet, exercise, left/right brain exercises, sensory stimulation, sleep, creativity, fulfillment, and most important of all - meaning.

And we shouldn’t wait until we’re old. Bresky says that if we don’t tune up our brain by the time we’re 50, senior moments are likely to get more frequent and more severe. Let’s stop that right now! In fact, all of what he teaches is applicable at any age. Prevention is way preferable to reversal. And far more efficient. Imagine children being taught these simple tools. And what about people with brain injuries? The brain responds very well to the right sort of support. As a three pound organ that uses 25% of the body’s blood flow, it’s something worth cherishing.

As a certified trainer in Bresky’s Nine Point Brain Tune Up system, I’m determined to spread the good news, and put these practical tools in front of as many people as possible. Especially those poor, exhausted care givers who need it just as much for themselves as for their loved ones. I’m happy to deliver free presentations in Northern CA and NV, to introduce these simple concepts, and would love to arrange group workshops to deliver the 9 point program in a comprehensive and fun way. Let’s offset this pandemic and live happier, more fulfilling lives, remembering all those special moments that make us who we are.

By Rachel Flower
Certified Trainer for Dr. Bresky’s Nine Point Brain Tune Up System, and certified leader with ASLA (American Seminar Leaders Association) a member of the International Health Care Trainers Association (ITCHA) and Owner/CEO Senssoma, LLC.

For more information visit Dr. Bresky’s website: www.mybraintuneup.com

www.ihcta.org

And www.senssoma.com

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My oh my, I had no idea what I was in for when I signed up for the ‘Brain Tune Up’ certification program with Dr. Bresky last week. My brain is so full of information I’ll explode if I don’t share it with someone.

Are you pushing 50? Then you need a Brain Tune Up. Already having senior moments? Keep losing your keys? Can’t recall people’s names? You need a brain tune up! It’s not just for the aged. in fact his work is starting to be applied to youth also.
Check out this wonderful man’s site: www.mybraintuneup.com

He will surely be the next Dr. made famous on Oprah. He’s already being called ‘The Memory Dr.’ and is a pioneer in the field of gerontology. No, I didn’t know what it meant either, and I still can barely spell it. But it’s basically dealing with aging issues. And he has a 9 point system to help reverse the effects of dementia. It’s all about integrated health - diet, exercise, brain exercises, art, music therapy, and much more. And in his extensive studies, he’s been able to push back the onset of dementia by an average of 5 years. Imagine, 5 years of quality life - not just for the patient, but also the caregiver! With almost 12,000 baby boomers hitting 60 every day, we have a pandemic on the horizon. Dr. Bresky is determined that that won’t happen. But he needs help.

With one in four household affected by dementia issues, just think of the affect on peoples’ work and quality of life. Apparently 40% of those caring for someone with Altzheimers or dementia die before the person they are caring for. Of exhaustion no doubt!

For years I’ve been fascinated by the brain - and the whole mind/body/spirit interaction. I’ll be sharing more of what I’ve learned from various people, including Dr. Bresky in follow up blogs.

I’m currently seeking various sponsorship and grant funding to help get Dr. Bresky’s work to more people, and train as many people as possible. Life is too short not to live it to the full. With keys in hand, with names effortlessly rolling off the tongue.

More soon!

Blessings,
Rachel

www.senssoma.com

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I was reading an article the other day in a popular business magazine that suggested that social networks have still to prove themselves as a viable-profitable business model. Hummmm. Most of these more popular known social networks they said are not yet making any money, but they are busy attracting lots of visitors that they hope to pitch advertising messages from one of their media clients who they are trying to convince (their clients that is) that this will result in more site visits, thus more interest in their products or services and finally more sales. Wow! that even sounds complicated to me and I have been in the internet media business for 10 years. You probably expected me to say that Social Networks are the best thing since sliced bread! Obviously, since we have a social network and are actively building our membership! On the contrary… social networks in my opinion are not for everyone and only have worth for individual or businesses with specific objectives. Meaning, depending on your business you should research which social network would benefit you and why. Unless you are an investment professional (I ‘m a former Morgan Stanley broker) or an insurance agent, everybody is not your client. Recent data suggests, and it makes sense to me, that the average person can, and will only maintain activity in one social network. Why…because it takes time and most people are really just doing this for fun i.e. (that’s why Facebook and My Space have the highest memberships). While there are ways to leverage your relationships in sites like LinkedIn and Plaxo most people don’t know how to do this or have the time to spend to do this. Why, again, because it comes down to the relative payoff. In my experience you need to work these systems diligently with an objective and tactics and a strategy plan in order to benefit with results, be it a new client or new job. Being an old school sales person having learned the direct method of sales…this new media method of social networking for sales can be quite frustrating even for someone that understands the system! Now the positive message of social networks: There are many social networks developing every day. Just because you’re in business, it does not mean Linkedin is your best social network vehicle. In fact Linkedin is much more geared to salary professionals. Checkout all the smaller, new social networks (there are many, like www.questsocial.com)that are geared more toward you and your typical customer (Google, social networks). Smaller is better. You have a much greater chance for connecting with the people in your network and in developing more quality relationships! And maybe, who knows, some new business!

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I quite often hear from people, that infamous saying,“my website does nothing for me.” My answer in much nicer terms usually is… did you expect that your website was going to be an automated business development machine that you just put into place and WOW like Vince from “SHAM WOW infomercial” https://www.shamwow.com , you just started getting more business. Or my favorite the SLAP CHOP! https://www.slapchop.com This guy is a Gremlin! He is everywhere! TV, Tradeshows, Stores and more I suspect. His site is not even well optimized because it is loaded with pictures. My point; with all the site competition going online daily by the thousands from Orlando to Beijing, you need to do regular sales and marketing activities to drive traffic back to your website where of course you have a call to action landing page to enable people to take action and buy your product or service or simply sign up for more information and build your prospect database. You are in the driver’s seat with all sorts of possibilities to steer people back to your website where they can purchase at 12 midnight if they want. So not to make this too long….Guess what the internet marketing benefit, at this moment and ongoing is to VINCE and SHAM WOW? I just gave him 2 back links which is one of the top ways Google evaluates site quality and worth for placement in their search engines. And why; because the guy made a connection off line (in other words we laughed our asses off) which caused me to check out his site. You’re asking: Did I buy a Slap Chop? No, not yet! But I did notice one on my Mom’s counter the other day. Finally, this guy not only got back links but positive mention in the QuestSocial Blog which will be seen, eventually, by thousands of QuestSocial members who search the site for Marketing information. Take a tip from Vince; doing your work offline building your name or brand can have a multiplying impact online for your business!

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