My alarm awakened me at 3:24 a.m.. Weighted with deep weariness, I clung to the covers not believing I could lift myself from this dark exhaustion of my body and mind. Then I remembered we were flying from Maine to Costa Rica in a few short hours. This propelled me into action to ready myself, although my emotions were still heavily clinging to all we are letting go of: close proximity to our children, friends, clients, homes, 8 pets, my physical therapy practice, financial security, most of our … [Read more...]
Gratitude
Creating a Life to Live For
In our first year of interviewing people around the world, we have learned some simple, but powerful, wisdom and steps in moving forward in our joy and positive vibes. Click here for an article that Paul wrote about what we learned. We have been so blessed during our first year of "To Live For!" The people we have met, the stories that have been to told to us, and the joy that has been created by these people is incredibly inspiring. We are grateful for each and every one who has shared … [Read more...]
Power of Intention: Keep That Smile Alive!
The Power of Intention Keep That Smile Alive! Every morning I choose an intention for my day. This acts as a simple, yet powerful reminder to manifest what I want to create, as I interweave my intention throughout my day. Some days when I am in a difficult place I choose an intention that is the opposite of how I am feeling. I acknowledge and honor how I feel, yet instead of staying stuck in a negative place , I cultivate something positive. For example, one day I was feeling deeply sad and … [Read more...]
Anna Bazalar – Fierce and Feminine
Anna Bazalar was making plenty of money in California in mortgage sales, but life took an unexpected turn due to a severe knee injury. An active, all-around athlete, Anna was forced to make some decisions in order to maintain her physical and emotional health. Running, hiking, skating, snowboarding is what kept Anna sane in the zany life of the banking world, and high-intensity sports was no longer an option. A trip to Kauai, Hawaii, turned into a deep connection and practice of yoga, and a … [Read more...]
Michael Allen – Banjo and Music Creator
As a young child, Michael Allen loved to play and create with wood, an activity that often provided his joy and connection to his heart. Another passion Michael has enjoyed his entire life is music, playing different instruments and hanging in the music community. A few years ago, Michael felt the calling to learn how to play the banjo, but he did not have a banjo. In researching the type of banjo he felt he needed, Michael realized it would cost too much money to buy one at that point in his … [Read more...]
Joaquin Anico – Smile Share The Vibe
Joaquin Anico has a smile that is to live for! Wow, does he radiate joy, love and positive vibes! Joaquin is also a photographer who wears a hat with the word 'SMILE' beautifully styled and written on it so that his subjects will smile for the picture. Shortly after designing his hat, friends and family members were asking for their own SMILE hat because of the positive vibe radiating from the hat. Joaquin realized he could help spread positive vibes across his community by marketing his hats … [Read more...]