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Catch the Spark!
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 Explore, Create, Succeed Discover that peaceful place inside as you renew your energy, focus and creativity.
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Hello ,
It's been two years since I moved to Victoria. I am very grateful to live in such a beautiful, friendly, relaxed city! I am especially grateful for the sense of community I feel in this city and the communities I have become an active part of, namely The Gettin' Higher Choir and Qi-Gong community.
It's been three years since I published the award-winning book, The Mini-Retreat Solution. With over 80 ways to relax quickly, my book helps reduce stress, increase productivity and develop peace of mind, no matter where you are and how busy your life . I am filled with pride and joy when I think about the positive difference The Mini-Retreat Solution is making in so many people's lives! In celebration of my two year anniversary of living Victoria and my three year anniversary of publishing The Mini-Retreat Solution , I want to give back to the community.
What better way is there to strengthen our community than to empower our youth? - I decided to launch a fundraiser for The Power of Hope. The Power of Hope delivers arts-based experiential learning programs for teens from diverse cultures and socioeconomic backgrounds who want to take an active role in creating a positive future, develop their leadership skills and build stronger communities.
Between October 2 and December 31st, I am donating $10 of every copy of my book, The Mini-Retreat Solution purchased directly from my website* or in person to The Power of Hope.
My goal is to raise $400, subsidizing one teen from a low-income family to go to camp next summer. Since the launch of the fundraiser, I have already sold more than 20 books and raised over $200. What a great start!
Enjoy contributing to The Power of Hope by buying your own copy or a few copies of The Mini-Retreat Solution today.
Thank you for your support!
Warmly,
*Sorry, purchases through Amazon will not contribute to the fundraiser. You are of course most welcome to purchase with Amazon!
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YOUR GLASS IS FULL
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 Picture a Halloween Party; people are dressed in all kinds of costumes ranging from gory zombies to hilarious clowns to beautiful elves. Only one of the guests wears jeans and t-shirt. His ordinary attire actually stands out in the midst of all the elaborate costumes.  Taking a closer look, you discover that his t-shirt has a big smiley face on the chest and reads Mr. Positive. Various quotes are printed all over this t-shirt. As you study the fine print, you come across the famous question. "Is this glass is half empty of half full?" (answer on reverse)  Curious to see the answer to this question, you ask Mr. Positive to turn around and instead of the expected "half full", you read on the back of his t-shirt: "It is neither half empty nor half full. It is completely full of both water and air, critical elements to life." I encouraged the bearer of the costume to wear his Mr. Positive t-shirt not only on Halloween. Every time he does, he receives lots of smiles. The answer on the back of his t-shirt has stuck with me ever since. It reminds me of the obvious, yet easily overlooked truth that abundance surrounds us at all times. More often than not, we focus on that which seems to be lacking. Connect with the abundance in your life that surrounds you just like the invisible air. Take a moment to acknowledge some of the invisible life giving elements that so easily go unnoticed. Here are just a few ideas to get you going:
- love
- curiosity
- health
- peace
- warmth
- creativity
Go ahead and create your own list of invisible abundance. Enjoy your Mr(s). Positive day!
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STUCK IN A CAREER THAT DOESN'T FIT?
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Frustrated at work? Not sure what's next?
You are not alone!! Check out the upcoming courses in Victoria.
FINDING CAREER CLARITY Learn how to:
- Get in touch with your passion, strengths and values
- Make your path to success meaningful and enriching
- Design the next steps on your professional path
WHERE: Oaklands Community Centre, 2629 Victor Street, Victoria, BC
When: Tuesdays, Nov. 6 - Dec. 4, 7pm-9pm
Space is limited, to register call: 250-370-9101
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STRESS-RELIEF WITH MINI-RETREATS
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Do you feel overwhelmed by your responsibilities?
Do you rushed and impatient?
Do you feel alone with your challenges?
Please join me in Victoria for an afternoon of Mini-Retreats!
FINDING LIFE BALANCE WITH MINI-RETREATS Learn how to:
- Improve your health, performance & happiness in minutes a day
- Completely relax in minutes no matter where you are
- Create the environment for your relaxed way of life
WHERE: Oaklands Community Centre, 2629 Victor Street, Victoria, BC WHEN: Saturday, 2 - 3:30 pm, November 17 INVESTMENT: $39
Space is limited, to register call 250-370-9101
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Julia James is a Certified Life Coach. She partners with busy professionals to help them achieve balance in their lives. Julia creates a safe space for clients and group participants to explore their passion.
For more information visit: JuliaJames.ca
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