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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 ,
Happy New Year!
May this edition of SPARK inspire you design your 2013.
It was a great joy to raise funds for The Power of Hope with sales of my book, The Mini-Retreat Solution from October till the last day of 2012. I came very close to reaching my goal of $800, supporting two teens from low-income families to participate in The Power of Hope's summer camp. With 74 books sold and one unique $20 donation, I raised $760. I added $40 out of my own pocket and donated a total of $800 to The Power of Hope.
I am overjoyed knowing that two teens from low-income families will be able to go to camp this summer thanks to this fundraising initiative.
How gratifying to get my book into the hands of so many people in the community! Wherever I go, I now receive positive feedback on The Mini-Retreat Solution. Susan Feigin a cancer survivor and Nia instructor says: "I take The Mini-Retreat Solution everywhere I go. It has become my new bible." Susan affirms: "Reading your book empowered me to make choices that truly support my health and happiness. I decided to apply for a part-time position, realizing that money is not everything in life and that I need to take care of myself first and foremost." The Power of Hope fundraiser has helped me sow seeds of transformation in our world by empowering two teens and over 70 readers of The Mini-Retreat Solution. Thank you so much for all your support! Warmest wishes for a fulfilling 2013!
Warmly,
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A FUN WAY TO DESIGN YOUR 2013
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For many people the beginning of the year is a time of resolutions. Unfortunately most New Year's resolutions are broken within the first couple of days or months of the New Year. When we resolve to do things differently in the New Year, we focus on things that are amiss in our lives and overlook the things that are working well already.  Why not take a fresh approach to planning your year this January? Let's begin by remembering what worked well in 2012. As you reflect on the past year, answer the following questions for yourself in writing: - What am I most grateful for?
- What activities stand out in my memory as most rewarding and energizing?
- What brought me most joy in 2012?
- In which ways did I take good care of myself in the past year?
- What inspired me most in 2012?
- Take a moment to read your answers and notice the general theme.
- Give the theme of the most positive part of your life in 2012 a name as if it was a movie or book.
- How can you carry this positive theme over to 2013?
- How can you amplify it this year?
- What small steps can you take to infiltrate the positive theme into areas of your life that felt stale or unfulfilled in 2012?
Remember that small consistent steps will reap better results than one big leap. Here is to your joyful 2013!
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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 course 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: Saturday & Sunday, March 2 & 3, 2013, 12pm-5pm
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 one of the two upcoming courses on 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, February 23, 2013
INVESTMENT: $39
Space is limited, to register call 250-370-9101
or
WHERE: Monterey Recreation Centre, 1442 Monterey Ave, Victoria, BC
WHEN: Thursday, 7pm-8:30pm, February 28, 2013
INVESTMENT: $39
Space is limited, to register call 250-370-7300
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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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