A heart warming story
August 27, 2011 by Teresa Joyce
Filed under •-Headline, Books, Enlightenment, Forgiveness, Health & Well-being, Insights, Journeys, Motivation
I would also like to share this story with you.
Whilst emailing talk shows I sent an email to a particular lady host. It was strange as it took me some time to find her email address, but something told me to keep looking. Once found I emailed her. Within ten minutes I received an urgent reply, and the response was something I could never have hoped or dreamed of.
It seemed that her son had tried to kill himself the previous week.
After a few emails back and forth I rang her on her direct line in New York. She told me that morning she felt she could no longer go on, and that my email had arrived just at the point she was ready to give up.
It gladdened my heart to think that my book even in its condensed form, was still able to reach out to someone in dire need.
Deep inside of us all there is a strength that remains untapped until you need it, but you are stronger then you think. For most that place will never need to be visited, sadly for others it will.
I have emailed her a PDF file of my book and hope this will help her further.
There’s a fine line writen by Teresa Joyce
Give Yourself the Gift of LOVE
August 4, 2011 by BodyProud
Filed under Affirmations, Aging, Beauty, Classes and Workshops, Conferences, Events, Journeys, Oneness, Personal Growth, Spirituality, Travel
BodyPROUD by way of honouring the body, loving and enjoying it, respecting it and taking ownership of its care. This involves setting the intention to feel proud of our body, and then imagining exactly how we wish “our temple” to be: Its physical shape, what it is capable of doing, its well being, and even how we wish to feel. To be bodyPROUD means embracing this, our private personal vision, and allowing it to empower and inspire us; to ignite our sense of self-worth; to fuel self-love; to nurture our health; and to hone our physical abilities.
The “I AM BodyPROUD” mantra inspires us to keep going, to get started, and/or to exude pride in our successes. It is a mindset that reminds us our life is what we make of it, and that we each have the ability to override actions that do not support our BodyPROUD desires.
Being bodyPROUD is also a state of mind that once achieved is beneficial regardless of starting point, past and/or current life situation, age, and gender. It is empowering, enlightening, and motivating. It is a state of mind that helps inspire us to take responsibility for our life, benefit our health, and enhance our well-being. New attitudes are formed; confidence is built; mindsets are changed; and love, joy, and positive energy are exuded. Many of us even experience the “I Am BodyPROUD” mantra as a Fountain of Youth!
Simply loving our physical body and advancing its functional abilities, we are loving ourselves. And by loving ourselves, we benefit emotionally, mentally, physically, energetically. In that sense, choosing to be bodyPROUD is a tool that brings awareness and inspiration to the fact that it is possible to feel more joy, love, and pride; and it’s a tool that empowers people to Live Alive and to feel bodyPROUD from head to toe, mind to heart, inside and out.
And THIS — you, we, us — is what helps to elevate social consciousness and raise positive vibrations within the world. Yes, being BodyPROUD is an easy concept to understand, however actually implementing it requires DESIRE and something deep inside to shift…
So think about it. Do you WANT it? Do you want to experience new-found confidence, passion, pride in yourself and in your appearance, and do you want to appreciate the goodness life has to offer? If so, set the intention NOW. Choose to Live Alive and Be BodyPROUD. It’s that simple.
Next, envision exactly what that means to you. Let your imagination go wild, beyond what your “head” (ego) tells you is even possible. For when you imagine it, and envision it with all your senses, you create a “memory” in your brain which stimulates a mind-muscle connection, and an intended direction. Remind yourself of that vision and allow that to guide your decisions, and actions.
Get ready… You’re about to embark on a wild life enhancing self-loving adventure.
Love YOUR Body. Be Body PROUD!
BodyPROUD inspired retreats, activities, and events, provide a platform — add a reason, as well as — motivation for individuals worldwide to celebrate their transformations as triumphant and joyous. These events are magical. They are both heart-felt and heart-touching. Those who participate further empower themselves, and inspire the audience. Many leave the events supercharged and ready build to themselves a life — and body — they enjoy.
In this way, the bodyPROUD events with its online social community, is an instrument that motivates physical transformations and increases self-esteem; that arouses appreciation towards health and wellness; that benefits lives; and that enlightens people to their personal growth potential.
Where the Hell is Matt? (2008)
July 26, 2011 by VividLife Editorial
Filed under Journeys, Oneness In Action, Videos
14 months in the making, 42 countries, and a cast of thousands.
Enjoy a Prana-licious Retreat in Costa Rica
July 21, 2011 by VividLife Editorial
Filed under •-Headline, Classes and Workshops, Events, Journeys, Travel, Yoga
Prana-licious Costa Rica: A Yoga & Nature Retreat in Paradise …with VividLife Radio host and Yogini Shasta Townsend!
Feel the true power of radiance, connection and Prana in one of the most beautiful place in the world. Experience a week of pure ecstasy as you soak up the juiciness of untouched rainforest in Costa Rica and the magical teachings of Shasta Townsend. 
Experience empowering Vinyasa Flow practice in the morning, days of soaking up sun, prowling the jungles, learning to surf or just relaxing at the spa and an evening meditative or Restorative Yoga practice. All this set amongst the most beautiful land in the world, great food and fabulous people.
Click here for more information - http://www.balancedlifeyoga.ca/home-pages/retreats/prana-liscious-a-yoga-nature-retreat-in-paradise/
This 7-day and 7-night retreat will feature daily flowing practice and empowering meditations to enliven you to your very cells – all set amidst the most beautiful and untouched jungle beaches in the entire world. Shasta will guide you through twice daily practices to feed your body, mind and spirit. You will have time to relax and unwind at the wonderful spa and pool facilities on-site or experience the magical surround of the paradise that is the Osa Peninsuala – one of the last untouched rain forests in the world.
Click here for more information - http://www.balancedlifeyoga.ca/home-pages/retreats/prana-liscious-a-yoga-nature-retreat-in-paradise/
Delicious meals, fabulous accommodation and great Yoga classes with Shasta are all included in your fees.
Shasta’s husband, Ian will act as the concierge to ensure all your day to day needs and questions are met. You are in good hands with Shasta and Ian.
Click here for more information - http://www.balancedlifeyoga.ca/home-pages/retreats/prana-liscious-a-yoga-nature-retreat-in-paradise/
Colorado Youth Program Summer Camp
July 14, 2011 by VividLife Editorial
Filed under Journeys, Leadership, Social Entrepreneurship, Youth - Personal Growth
Colorado Youth Program Summer Camp from steve ehredt on Vimeo.
The Colorado Youth Program helps connect kids with nature and their communities with its summer camps and school year programs. CYP kids study wildlife, forests and weather. They breathe fresh air and play in sunny meadows and cool mountain lakes.
