Monthly Archives: September 2011

Toxic News: Women Put 515 Chemicals on Thier Bodies Every Day

Sun, September 18, 2011 No Comments by admin

In a recent study done by a UK company, it has been determined that the average woman puts 515 different chemicals on her face every day, using a combination of makeup, perfumes, mascara, and other products. Women have always had a love affair with beauty products. If it makes us look beautiful, smell delicious, or appear younger, we’re all over it. But at what cost?

According to the study, the average woman uses 13 different products daily, and each product contains at least 20 different ingredients — lipsticks and other makeup average 30 ingredients, and some perfumes can have as many as 400 different ingredients. Some of us pay attention to the ingredients in the food we eat, but have you paid attention to the ingredient list on your personal grooming products? Better yet, when was the last time you even saw a list of ingredients for your perfume? It would have to be pretty small print to list all 400 ingredients.

In 2006, a study showed that less than 1% of all cosmetics were made from safety tested ingredients. LESS THAN 1%! The average person uses 25 different products per day that contain at least 200 different chemicals. How many of those chemicals that we are slathering all over us have even been tested for safety? Let’s take a closer look, shall we?

The COSMETICS DATABASE used in the study uses a 10-point scale to indicate their perceived hazard level for each product; the lower the number, the less hazardous they feel the product’s ingredients are:

  • Mr Bubble Bubble Bath- 5
  • SCOPE Mouthwash- 4
  • Giorgio Beverly Hills Giorgio Body Wash- 9
  • Burt’s Bees Children’s Toothpaste barely ranks on the hazard scale-

If you consider that 90% of 14-year-old girls regularly use makeup, and 63% of 7-year-old girls are being exposed to lipstick, eyeliner, and other products – then you have to wonder… what are parents really exposing their kids to at such young ages?

So what should you be looking for on the label?  Here is a list of ingredients that should be avoided:

  • Butyl acetate
  • Butylated hydroxytoluene
  • Coal tar
  • Cocamide DEA/lauramide DEA
  • Diazolidinyl urea
  • Ethyl acetate
  • Formaldehyde
  • Parabens (methyl, ethyl, propyl and butyl)
  • Petrolatum
  • Phthalates
  • Propylene glycol
  • Talc
  • Toluene

What exactly are all those chemicals? I’m not a scientist, so I had to look all of them up. Here is what I found out about them:

  • Butyl Acetate- The Center for Disease Control lists this as a colorless liquid with a fruity odor. Symptoms of exposure can include: irritation to the eyes, skin and upper respiratory system; headache, drowsiness, narcosis. The organs that it targets are the eyes, skin, respiratory system, and central nervous system. This is used in nail polish to prevent it from chipping.
  • Butylated hydroxytoluene- According to Wikipedia, this is primarily used as an antioxidant food additive (E number E321) as well as an antioxidant additive in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, jet fuels, rubber, petroleum products,electrical transformer oil, and embalming fluid. It prevents colors from fading and changing too quickly. In the 1970s, Benjamin Feingold, a San Francisco MD who established the Feingold Diet, claimed that BHT could produce hyperactivity in some children. In addition, some controversy surrounds the link of BHT to cancer risk.
  • Coal tar- Coal tar is incorporated into some parking-lot sealcoat products, which are marketed as a means of protecting and beautifying underlying pavement. Being flammable, coal tar is sometimes used for heating or to fire boilers. Also known as liquor carbonis detergens, and liquor picis carbonis, it can be used in medicated shampoo, soap and ointment, as a treatment for dandruff and psoriasis, as well as being used to kill and repel head lice. Name brands include Denorex, Balnetar, Psoriasin, Tegrin, T/Gel, and Neutar.
  • Cocamide DEA/lauramide DEA- is made by reacting the mixture of fatty acids from coconut oils with diethanolamine. It is a viscous liquid and is used as a foaming agent in bath products like shampoos and hand soaps, and in cosmetics as an emulsifying agent. DEA by itself is not harmful but while sitting on the stores shelves or in your cabinet at home, DEA can react with other ingredients in the cosmetic formula to form an extremely potent carcinogen called nitrosodiethanolamine (NDEA). NDEA is readily absorbed through the skin and has been linked with stomach, esophagus, liver and bladder cancers.
  • Diazolidinyl urea- is an antimicrobial preservative used in cosmetics. It is used in many cosmetics, skin care products, shampoos and conditioners, as well as a wide range of products including bubble baths, baby wipes and household detergents. Health concerns for this are Allergies & immunotoxicity.
  • Ethyl acetate- This colorless liquid has a characteristic sweet smell (similar to pear drops) and is used in glues, nail polish removers and cigarettes. It is primarily used as a solvent and diluent, being favored because of its low cost, and agreeable odor. It is commonly used to clean circuit boards and in some nail varnish removers. Coffee beans and tea leaves are decaffeinated with this solvent. It is also used in paints as an activator or hardener. Ethyl acetate is present in confectionery, perfumes, and fruits.
  • Formaldehyde- This is one of the only ones I had heard of and knew what it was used for. Formaldehyde is used as an embalming agent to preserve dead bodies. Formaldehyde is produced by cigarettes and other tobacco products, gas cookers, and open fireplaces. It is also used as a preservative in some foods, such as some types of Italian cheeses, dried foods, and fish. Formaldehyde is found in many products used every day around the house, such as antiseptics, medicines, cosmetics, dish-washing liquids, fabric softeners, shoe-care agents, carpet cleaners, glues and adhesives, lacquers, paper, plastics, and some types of wood products. Formaldehyde has been classified as a known human carcinogen (cancer-causing substance) by the International Agency for Research on Cancer and as a probable human carcinogen by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Research studies of workers exposed to formaldehyde have suggested an association between formaldehyde exposure and several cancers, including nasopharyngeal cancer and leukemia.
  • Parabens- According to Wikipedia, they are a class of chemicals widely used as preservatives in the cosmetic and pharmaceutical industries. Parabens are effective preservatives in many types of formulas. These compounds, and their salts, are used primarily for their bactericidal and fungicidal properties. They can be found in shampoos, commercial moisturizers, shaving gels, personal lubricants, topical/parenteral pharmaceuticals, spray tanning solution, makeup, and toothpaste. They are also used as food additives. Their efficacy as preservatives, in combination with their low cost, the long history of their use, and the inefficacy of natural alternatives like grapefruit seed extract (GSE), probably explains why parabens are so commonplace. They are becoming increasingly controversial, however, because they have been found in extremely low concentrations in breast cancer tumors (an average of 20 nanograms/g of tissue). Parabens have also displayed the ability to slightly mimic estrogen (a hormone known to play a role in the development of breast cancer).
  • Petrolatum- I was pretty disturbed to see that Petrolatum was listed in the ingredients in quite of few of the items I had in my shower. According cosmeticsinfo.org, Petrolatum occurs as a colorless or pale yellow semisolid. In cosmetics and personal care products, Petrolatum is used in the formulation of a variety of product types, including bath products, cleansing products, skin care products, makeup, shampoos, permanent waves, hair conditioners, shaving products, and suntan products. The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) has deferred evaluation of this ingredient because the safety has been assessed by FDA. However the side effects of petrolatum include finding the petroleum byproduct in breast tumors, suffocation of the skin, premature aging and aggravated acne. Isn’t that what we are trying to prevent?
  • Phthalates- Simply put, phthalates keep color and scents dissolved in nail polish, perfume, hair spray and other products. In the United States and other countries, they are being phased out of many products due to health concerns. One of the health concerns include infertility in adults. In May 2005, for the first time, researchers identified an association between pregnant women’s exposure to phthalates and adverse effects on genital development in their male children. In August 2000, Puerto Rican scientists reported on an association between exposure to DEHP and premature breast development in young girls, possibly linking phthalates to trends in puberty.
  • Propylene glycol- Wikipedia lists this as a colorless, nearly odorless, clear, viscous liquid with a faintly sweet taste. It is used to keep products from melting when it is too hot or freezing when it is too cold. It is also the main ingredient in anti-freeze. It is widely used in brake and hydraulic fluid, de-icer, paints and coatings, floor wax, laundry detergents, pet food, tobacco, cosmetics, toothpastes, shampoos, deodorants, lotions, processed foods and many more personal care items.
  • Talc- Talc absorbs moisture and prevents powders like eye shadow, blush, deodorant from clumping in the containers. Some suspicions have been raised about the possibility its use promotes certain types of diseases, mainly cancers of the ovaries and lungs.
  • Toluene- this is a nervous-system toxin and Volatile Organic Compound that not only helps nail polish go on smoothly and adhere evenly to the nail, but is also used as an octane booster in gasoline fuels used in internal combustion engines. In addition to causing eye irritation, headaches, dizziness, and nausea, high amounts of toluene can also lead to birth defects, developmental abnormalities, along with liver and kidney damage.

WOW! That’s a lot of information to take in all at once. Why is it that these ingredients are not listed on the packaging for most of the products they are in, and why are consumers not made aware of the dangerous side effects of the contents of what they are purchasing? Simply put, because then these companies would lose money. They really don’t want you to know, and don’t think you need to know, what is in the products you are purchasing. So what can we do to be sure we are avoiding these harmful chemicals? Find companies that have higher standards and are dedicated to the safety of their products and their consumers. Every time we purchase something, it’s a vote. Let’s all make an effort to STOP purchasing items that contain these extremely harmful ingredients to let companies know we don’t approve of the use of these chemicals in household products. We can all make a difference if we work together.

 

10 Reasons Pole Dancing is The Best Workout

Fri, September 16, 2011 No Comments by admin

1. There’s an immediate reward for your effort

I’m not saying you’ll get a six pack after one lesson. Let’s not be ridiculous. I’m saying that each time you put effort into pole dancing, you are almost instantly rewarded. At the start of a class you can’t do a fireman spin. One hour later, you can.

Unlike many forms of exercise in which you create specific or distant goals, such as ‘to win a tournament’ or ‘to run for half an hour’, in pole there’s always a new move that’s just within reach. This leads us straight into the next reason pole dancing is great exercise…

2. Tangible goals make it highly motivating

Fact: Concrete, achievable goals, with highly desirable rewards, increase motivation.

Pole dancing provides you with an endless supply of attainable goals. To climb to the top of the pole. To do a hands-free outside leg hang. To string 5 moves together without stopping.

And each time you achieve a pole goal, you have something real to show for your hard work. It could be a new trick, or an impressive routine – and you might want to show it to your partner, your pole class, or simply your mirror. Whatever it is, having attained something that you can see and share is a very powerful incentive.

3. It combines SO many types of exercise

A pole class typically involves some spins, some climbs, some dance moves and sometimes floor work as well. This combination of intensity levels means pole dancing can be classed as an ‘interval’ workout. Interval training is defined as a period of intensely difficult exercise maneuvers followed by period of rest. Interval training is acknowledged to be one of the best ways to burn fat and drastically improve your cardiovascular fitness.

Pole dancing is both an isometric and isotonic workout… rolled into one!

Isotonic contractions are exercise movements in which opposing muscles (such as biceps and triceps) contract throughout a controlled movement. For example: lifting weights or doing pushups, or pulling yourself up into a pole spin.

Isometric contractions are exercise movements in which your muscles push against a solid object, while a static position is held, and the angle of the joint does not change. For example, holding a plank position, or any aerial pose on the pole.

4. It’s fun and exciting

This has become somewhat of a cliché in recent times. But guess why? Because it’s TRUE! And because people can’t stop talking about it.

Pole dancing is so much fun that you truly want to turn up to class and exercise! This is perhaps one of the biggest reasons women flock to pole as a form of fitness, and also the reason why so many stick to it! The same can be said about many styles of dance, of course – which is why dancing (pole or otherwise) is one of my favorite form of exercise.

5. It’s addictive!

Because pole dancing is so enjoyable and rewarding, it quickly becomes an addiction! Your self-esteem sky-rockets, you feel great, you look great – and the sweet taste of victory quickly becomes addictive.

Each time you accomplish a move, you are inspired to do better, to push harder, to achieve more tricks. It’s like a little dangling carrot in front of your nose and it works wonders for motivation. This is fantastic, because it means you WANT to work out! (Imagine that!)

6. It Targets Your WHOLE Body (I promise)

Pole dancing is fantastic for your thighs and your butt. It’s amazing for your arms, your back and your shoulders. It will shape your legs, tone your stomach and will work out all those flabby areas that are hard to target at the gym. Pole dancing even works out the little muscles too – like the ones in your ankles and wrists.

7. You’ll Keep Your Body Guessing

Because pole classes can be different every week, you’re constantly pushed out of your comfort zone which brings faster results. It’s impossible to work out only one muscle group during pole – so you’ll be using your muscles in different ways and in a different order with each routine you do.

This helps you avoid the dreaded athlete’s plateau. Pole dancing is mostly strength based training but the dance and movement side of things allows for cardio too. (So don’t forget to work up a sweat doing the transitions and not just the tricks!)

8. There’s something for everyone

This isn’t a sport that you need to start at 5 years old, or an industry in which you’re past your peak at 30. Pole dancing is so delightfully versatile that it’s for every man and woman, regardless of shape, size, background or age. In fact, many international pole dance champions were beginners as adults!

Such versatility allows for all kinds of people, with a variety of diverse passions and backgrounds, to enjoy something different through pole dance. There are those who do it because they want to feel sexy again, find their inner goddess or build their self esteem. There are those who are driven to perform impressive circus-style tricks, and there are those who prefer to skip the dance part and simply want a grueling workout. Many people also love to pole dance for artistic expression and some even use pole as vehicle to worship!
9. It’s wonderfully liberating

There’s something about holding your own weight, while you fly around a pole, that makes you feel fantastic. The word ‘empowerment’ is thrown around a lot in pole dancing circles, and it’s something that a lot of people don’t believe – until they feel it for themselves. The way that pole dancing can liberate a person is a topic that I think deserves a post all of its own, so stay tuned!

10. It’s versatile and adaptable

A pole is quite literally a piece of equipment. It is an apparatus that can be used in a multitude of ways.

Many existing exercise movements (for example squats, push ups, chins, crunches) are easily transferable to pole, and many movements from other dance styles (ballet, hip hop, salsa, break dance, belly dance, just to name a few) can be adapted to pole too!
You are limited only by your imagination.

This is one of my favorite things about pole – we can draw inspiration from so many places, and take pole dancing in so many new and exciting directions!

Pole Dancing: The Ultimate Workout

Pole dancing is classed as strength-based interval training, it combines isotonic and isometric movements, and provides an all over body workout. You are rewarded for your efforts in more ways than one, which helps to keep you motivated. It is fun, addictive, anyone can learn, and you can make it whatever you want it to be!

 

 

Arbonne Essentials Herbal Detox Tea Review

Wed, September 7, 2011 No Comments by admin
Part of the joy of tea is that it is really good for you; our bodies have seven organs that can help us remove toxins through a detoxification process. These organs are the skin, colon, liver, kidneys, blood, lungs, and immune system. And sometimes it’s time to give back to those seven that gives so much for us. This month I am looking at one of my new favorite Detox Teas.
My Selection is Arbonne Essentials Herbal Detox Tea: It smells great, tastes really good and helps to really keep you going (insert pun here).
Any detox tea will generally include herbs that assist in cleansing one or more organs. The key is to know which organs are in need of cleansing and then select an herbal blend to do the job, what I like about this is it combines a number of good detoxers so I don’t have to think too much about it.
So what’s in it?
The ingredients:
Milk Thistle: Which is well known for its ability to cleanse the liver and one of the best preventative herbs out there, since it cleanses and protects the liver.
Peppermint: Aside from being one of my favorite ingredients of a good herbal tea, Peppermint is also used to calm and soothe the stomach.
Dandelion: Used today for liver and gallbladder function. It’s also known as a blood purifier.
Sweet Fennel: Love the taste, and it helps to relax the intestines, and bring bloating down after a heavy meal, in fact it has been used for years as an after dinner “mint” in India and Pakistan.
Elder: This been used for hundreds of years to help with the flu, and quite well in fact. It is also used for cough, colds, fever, and inflammation.
Parsley: This is a known diuretic and cleanser.
Walnut: reduces inflammation.
Uva Ursi: I’ll be honest, I had to look this one up, I had never heard of it, but it’s a great little herb, it’s also known as bearberry and has been used since the 2nd century. It’s great for urinary tract infections, and helps heal inflammation.
Licorice: one of my other favorite herbs, it also has great detoxing power for our body, plus combined with the Sweet Fennel, it gives it a really good flavor.
Bottom line, this is a great bagged Detox tea and I would recommend it if you are about to start a cleanse or already on one, or simply if you are just looking for a good tasting herbal tea.
To purchase Arbonne Essentials Herbal Detox Tea click on the link below!
Legal stuff when talking about Herbs: This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
Gotta keep myself safe here.
Thank you Randy Chase for this great review!  Check out his website at www.365tea.blogspot.com
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Organic? Vegetarian? Vegan? That is the Question…

Wed, September 7, 2011 No Comments by admin

Why Organic?

Urban Organic Gardener Mike Lieberman once said, “For me, buying organic isn’t a splurge. Buying organic is part of my healthcare.”

According to the Organic Consumers Association, organic food is on average, 25% more nutritious than food products from industrial agriculture, containing a higher level of vitamins, antioxidants and essential minerals. Organic foods are created without the use of pesticides and are not genetically modified. They do not contain additives, preservatives or chemical contaminants. Ideally organic practices aim to maximize sustainable farming methods and utilize resources most efficiently with the highest level of reuse and conservation. (To find out more about organics, visit the Organic Consumers Association).

Lydia of Lydia’s Lovin Foods (a Green Festival food favorite) says: “In order to care for the world, each other and all life forms, there is no other choice than organic. Organic practices support life.”

Why Vegetarian?

Nutritionally, local organic vegetarian cuisine is fantastic, delicious and leaves attendees feeling energized and focused to shop and learn in the healthiest of ways.

According to the North American Vegetarian Society, “although illness and disease can be caused by many factors, several health problems have been positively linked to a diet high in animal products. Among these are cardiovascular diseases including heart attack and stroke (which are the leading causes of death for both men and women in the United States), diabetes, and certain cancers.” (See NAVS Vegetarian FAQ).

In environmental terms, the land required for raising, the crops required for feeding, the water required for hydrating and the fossil fuels for producing and distributing animal products do not add up to a positive reciprocal benefit for mankind.

In choosing instead to explore the benefits of vegetarian dining, Lydia summarizes it all in describing her tasty faire: “I do not need to claim a life in order for me to live. Raising animals for ourselves is unnecessary, destroys so much land and drains our precious watershed.”

Why Vegan?

Beyond the path of a vegetarian, embracing a vegan lifestyle takes further steps, resolving not to use any animal product for food, clothing or any other purpose.

According to the Vegan Society, “A balanced vegan diet (also referred to as a ‘plant-based diet’) meets many current healthy eating recommendations such as eating more fruit, vegetables and whole grains and consuming less cholesterol and saturated fat. Balanced vegan diets are often rich in vitamins, antioxidants and fiber, and can decrease the chances of suffering from diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, stroke and some cancers.”  The biggest question surrounding moving to a vegan diet is how to achieve variety while also obtaining all required daily nutrients. Green Festival attendees are pleasantly surprised at every festival to find a multitude of snacks, meals and cooking ideas that have been adapted to fit a vegan diet.

In environmental terms, according to PETA, “raising animals for food requires about as much water as all other water uses combined, even as many areas are experiencing drought conditions. It requires about 300 gallons of water to feed a vegan for a day. It requires about four times as much water to feed a vegetarian and 14 times as much to feed a meat-eater.”

Check out the full article HERE

For more information, or to buy organic products, contact your Denver Arbonne consultant today!

What is High Fructose Corn Syrup?

Wed, September 7, 2011 No Comments by admin

High Fructose Corn Syrup is the most commonly added sweetener in processed foods and beverages. Although it’s chemically similar to table sugar, there are concerns because of how it is processed.

High-fructose corn syrup is produced by milling corn to produce corn starch, then processing that starch to yield corn syrup, which is almost entirely glucose. From there, enzymes are added that change some of the glucose into fructose. Normally, corn syrup isn’t very sweet, but once its glucose has been converted into fructose and the corn syrup has been transformed into high-fructose corn syrup, it’s much sweeter than regular table sugar.

One of the main reasons HFCS is used so often in beverages is because it mixes better with other liquids — it’s much easier to mix high-fructose corn syrup into soft drinks than table sugar. Best yet, despite the considerably more complicated processing, high-fructose corn syrup is cheaper to use than regular sugar. Also, the sugars in the syrups act as a preservative, which is why HFCS is now added to some meats.” Did you know your steak had HFCS in it?

A huge concern with High Fructose Corn Syrup is that studies have shown when people consume artificial sweeteners they have an increased desire to continue eating. In 2005, Americans each consumed, on average, more than 42 pounds of high-fructose corn syrup. The average American also consumes 200 daily calories from HFCS, which is close to 10 percent of all daily calories consumed.  Obesity rates have been climbing in the United States since the 1980’s. Some people say due to the fact that HFCS was rapidly introduced to many processed foods and Soft drinks in the U.S. from about 1975 to 1985. In 2007, Colorado was the only state with less than 20 percent of its population qualifying as obese. Additionally, between 1994 and 2004, new diagnoses of type-2 diabetes increased by 23 percent. Many people believe that HFCS plays some role in the obesity and diabetes epidemics now plaguing the United States and much of the world.

In small amounts, HFCS shouldn’t be any more harmful than regular sugar. The fructose in HFCS, though modified from glucose, is structurally and in all other ways the same as natural fructose. Additionally, HFCS has nearly the same makeup of fructose and glucose as table sugar (most HFCS has 55 percent fructose, compared to 50 percent found in table sugar). But there does seem to be a connection between the use of HFCS and obesity and type-2 diabetes, so what gives?

First off, that additional 10 percent of fructose content does make a difference in caloric intake, especially since HFCS is found in so many products. Imagine a world in which all sugar has been replaced by HFCS (not a far stretch): You could eat the exact same foods, but you would be consuming 10 percent more sugar.

Unlike glucose, which is metabolized a number of ways by your body, fructose is only metabolized by your liver. When the liver receives more fructose than it can handle, the excess sugars are turned into fats in the form of triglycerides, which are harmful to your arteries and your heart.

There’s much to be learned about how our bodies react to fructose, but researchers do know that fructose doesn’t stimulate production of insulin, leptin or ghrelin, all of which play a part in telling the body how much it needs to eat. Without receiving these internal signals to stop eating, it becomes that much easier for us to continue chowing down on that pint of double-chocolate fudge ice cream.

The biggest problem is that HFCS is being added to food items that don’t normally have sugar and that you wouldn’t even describe as sweet — crackers, even meat! So, not only are we chugging down lots of sugars with our steak, but your PBJ sandwich could have HFCS in each of its three ingredients. Meal after meal, day after day, all of this extra sugar adds up, and that, is likely one reason why rates for obesity and diabetes have climbed since the introduction of HFCS. (Other factors are in play as well, such as decreased activity and exercise levels and increased fat consumption.)

So what can we do? Well, for starters, do everything you’re already supposed to do. Get regular exercise! There are tons of fun ideas for workouts on here. Staying in shape doesn’t have to be boring. Also be sure you watch your fat intake and get regular medical checkups. Next, it wouldn’t hurt to mimic the practices of those rare (and smart!) individuals in grocery-store aisles who read the labels of the food they are purchasing. Once you get in this habit, you will likely be shocked to learn just how much of your regular grocery purchases contain high-fructose corn syrup. If nearly all of your food contains concentrated sugars, it stands to reason that you’ll be eating too many sugars. And if you want to go crazy, eat some fruits and veggies. There are some great recipes on this site that are easy and healthy that the whole family will love. You’ll get all the glucose you need, and these healthier alternatives will take the place of the less healthy foods now flooding our markets and grocery stores.

 

Sources:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/High-fructose_corn_syrup

http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/high-fructose-corn-syrup/AN01588

http://www.fooducate.com/blog/2011/07/28/8-things-to-know-about-corn-syrup/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+Fooducate+%28Fooducate%29

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Achieving Your Dreams

Tue, September 6, 2011 No Comments by admin

My Regional Vice President recently sent me this email and I wanted to share the inspiration with all of you… Hope you all had a great Labor Day weekend! Now back to the grind.

While most people spend most of their lives struggling to earn a living, a much smaller number seem to have everything going their way. Instead of just earning a living, the smaller group is busily working at building and enjoying a fortune. Everything just seems to work out for them. And here sits the much larger group, wondering how life can be so unfair, so complicated and unjust. What’s the major difference between the little group with so much and the larger group with so little?

Despite all of the factors that affect our lives—like the kind of parents we have, the schools we attended, the part of the country we grew up in—none has as much potential power for affecting our futures as our ability to dream.

Dreams are a projection of the kind of life you want to lead. Dreams can drive you. Dreams can make you skip over obstacles. When you allow your dreams to pull you, they unleash a creative force that can overpower any obstacle in your path. To unleash this power, though, your dreams must be well defined. A fuzzy future has little pulling power. Well-defined dreams are not fuzzy. Wishes are fuzzy. To really achieve your dreams, to really have your future plans pull you forward, your dreams must be vivid.
If you’ve ever hiked a 14,000-foot peak in the Rocky Mountains, one thought has surely come to mind: “How did the settlers of this country do it?” How did they get from the East Coast to the West Coast? Carrying one day’s supply of food and water is hard enough. Can you imagine hauling all of your worldly goods with you… mile after mile, day after day, month after month? These people had big dreams. They had ambition. They didn’t focus on the hardship of getting up the mountain.

In their minds, they were already on the other side—their bodies just hadn’t gotten them there yet! Despite all of their pains and struggles, all of the births and deaths along the way, those who made it to the other side had a single vision: to reach the land of continuous sunshine and extraordinary wealth. To start over where anything and everything was possible. Their dreams were stronger than the obstacles in their way.
You’ve got to be a dreamer. You’ve got to envision the future. You’ve got to see California while you’re climbing 14,000-foot peaks. You’ve got to see the finish line while you’re running the race. You’ve got to hear the cheers when you’re in the middle of a monster project. And you’ve got to be willing to put yourself through the paces of doing the uncomfortable until it becomes comfortable. Because that’s how you realize your dreams.

By Jim Rohn

I am very lucky to be able to say that I am well on my way to living my dream and having financial freedom. Want to find out how I’m doing it? Call me today! I’d love to help you.

Lauren: 303-885-1484

Healthy Happy Hour!

Thu, September 1, 2011 No Comments by admin

Healthy Happy Hour!

 Please join us at Mile High Pole Club:

10970 S. Parker Road Unit A-2B, Parker 80134

September 4th & September 18th @ 12pm

September 10th & September 24th @ 4pm

To learn simple solutions for Healthy Living

 

Denver Pole Fitness Denver Pole Fitness

 

  • Come sample pure, safe, and beneficial health and wellness products
  • Hear how you can get out of your boring workout routine and get the body you want with pole fitness
  • Meet students, instructors, and new friends at Mile High Pole Club
  • Working out and staying healthy doesn’t have to be boring! Come check out Healthy Happy Hours in September

 

Can’t make it? Call Lauren to book a “Healthy Happy Hour” at your house and earn free gifts for being a hostess. Also- receive a free 30 min personal training session for booking in the next 3 weeks!

For more info or to book a party, call Lauren: 303-885-1484

For info about the studio visit www.milehighpoleclub.com