Wednesday, July 30, 2008
Power of Morning Exercise
"When I first tried to exercise in the morning, I thought that it wouldn't work for me (cause I wasn't a morning person). But a funny thing happened. Each time I managed to get out of bed & exercise in the morning, I noticed that I felt (good) for the rest of the day."
"Researchers found that women who exercised in the morning reported less tension & greater feelings of contentment than those who didn't...Only 25 % of evening exercisers consistently do their exercise compared to 75% of those who exercise in the morning. When you commit to exercising in the morning, you bypass excuses. Morning is the easiest time to control".
I do yoga for at least 30 minutes every morning because it makes me feel good for the rest of the day. Invest 30-60 minutes each morning in your health and exercise. Get fitter & healthier faster cause you're more consistent.
Ingrid
http://holistichealthco-op.org/
8/16 Holistic Health Retreat
Come to our Holistic Health Retreat on Saturday, 8/16 (9 am - 6:15 pm)
Connect with your own healing abilities at our Holistic Health Retreat.
Where: Crystal Yoga and Pilates Studio, 4475 Vineland Ave, 91602.
9-10 am: Tai Chi/ Martial Arts with Steve Gettier
10-11 am: Change Your Water, Change Your Life by Anne Wedyawati
11am-12pm: Laughter Yoga with Kim Selbert
12-1 pm (free): Party & Cooking Demo by Ingrid Cheng & Rhonda Weidelman, MA, RD
1-2 pm: Natural Health Seminar by Mark Chun, nutraMetrix
2-3:30 pm: Pilates/ Chakra Yoga Fusion by Crystal D'Angora
3:30-4 pm: Networking, *Raffles and Prizes (only if you sign up for a workshop)
4 -5pm: Dave Sandoval from Oasis Retreat to speak about the benefits of a Retreat
5-6 pm: Wellness Workshop by Jeanne Kuntz, Wellness Coach, Health/Fitness
6-6:15 pm: *Mini-Fashion show of Lotus Blossom Style clothing Tabby B
Crystal Yoga and Pilates team will provide free mini-spa treatments in the healing room for everyone who pre-pays $10 min by 8/8/08! Space is very limited. Pre-pay and RSVP to reserve your spot at http://yoga.meetup.com/552.
Ingrid Cheng, Founder of Holistic Health Club
Tuesday, July 29, 2008
Trust
A person, or people Companies and organisations to deliver an outcome to us.
What happens with trust is that, when we have it in a relationship, it’s great. Things are calm, there’s less conflict, things don’t always go right, but you can at least sit down and have a conversation about it when something’s not right.
Written by Vanessa Hall
I agree. I trust people or organizations I know for certain things, but not others. I don't think we can really rely on anyone else to meet our needs if we don't honor and value ourselves first.
Ingrid
http://holistichealthco-op.org/
Monday, July 28, 2008
Really Achieving Your Dreams
1. To work constructively as a group, to help each other without any hidden motive,
2. To help co-host an event or spread the word about this blog & my group,
3. To give honest feedback & positive suggestions (no complaints!)
In return, I'll help you grow your social and professional life. Agreed? (Please reply in comments). Watch "The Last Lecture" on YouTube.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=ji5_MqicxSo
Thanks,
Ingrid
http://holistichealthco-op.org/
http://holistichealth.collectivex.com/
Sunday, July 27, 2008
Yoga + Networking Works
Neighborhood Social Network
Join the Green Committee at Mar Vista Farmers' Market, 10:30 am on Sunday, August 10, 2008: Making Your Home a Friend to Mother Nature Workshop
Your home represents an amazing opportunity to green your life because most everything we do affects the environment in one way or another. Learn how to make your home a model of sustainability, inside and out. Topics include green building and remodeling, energy conservation, water conservation in and outside the home and water pollution caused by household activity.
http://www.openmarvista.net/profile/HealthWellnessEmbassador
Ingrid
http://holistichealthco-op.org/
Saturday, July 26, 2008
Fashion and Make-up Day
Ingrid
http://holistichealthco-op.org/
http://women.meetup.com/486/
http://www.suwn.org/
Love vs Fear
"People are either coming from love or coming from fear. If someone's coming from love, I know they'll want to help me and be supportive...I hold onto the belief that people are fundamentally good, it's easier to deal with them in a more compassionate, less reactive way...So this week, I want you to focus on connecting to your spiritual side. A fun and easy way to do this is by listening to your intuition...paying attention to that small, still voice within."
Yoga lets me connect to the love inside me and treat myself as well as others in a more compassionate, less reactive way. Yoga helps me to focus on connecting to my spiritual side and listen to that small, still voice within.
Ingrid
http://holistichealthco-op.org/
Friday, July 25, 2008
Women Should Work Out to Improve Mood
Middle-age women who exercise to lose weight spend less time exercising than women who exercise to reduce stress, a U.S. researcher said. (What this means is that healthcare providers should emphasize physical activity as a means of enhancing quality of life instead of of prescribing exercise to prevent disease).
LOHAS
http://www.lohas.com/articles/101467.html
I practice yoga daily because it helps reduce stress. I support Yoga Month/ Global Mala in September & my Associate ID is 4184. Sign up for a VIP Pass now (proceeds go to Youth Health Alliance, a non-profit) www.yogamonth.org/event/preregister.php
Ingrid
Founder of Holistic Health Club
Part-time yoga teacher
http://holistichealthco-op.org/
Meet our Holistic Health Club Team
Ingrid Cheng is the founder of Holistic Health Club (HHC), an experienced certified Yoga teacher and Eco-activist. Attune with yourself, Attune with Nature: Yoga for the Mind, Body and Soul. To schedule a yoga class, email ingrid@attuneyoga.com or call 310-780-3313.
Premier Members:
Crystal Yoga and Pilates studio in Toluca Lake
Crystal and Cory D'Angora are owners of the studio. Crystal teaches Pilates, Kundalini Yoga and meditation. Look for information about the 8/16 retreat on the www.cypClasses.com
Joy of Laughter
Are you getting enough laughter in your life? Kim Selbert is a Certified Laughter Yoga Leader. For more information, go to http://www.kimselbert.com./
Anne Wedyawati is a Healthy Living and Water Awareness presenter and MonaVie Distributor. Learn how the Kangen Water can improve your overall health. For info, call 818-371-9998 or email: Awedyawati@charter.net
Jeanne Kuntz is a Wellness Coach, Health/Fitness Specialist and Yoga Instructor who specializes in fitness, nutrition and stress management. She offers Group Wellness Coaching for just $10 per person (limit 10 members per group). Call 310-717-4518 or email: jeanne@yogasalad.net
Kristine CastroLife Coach/ Yoga Teacher: Her programs and personal coaching are designed to give you the tools and power to honor your dreams and accomplish your life pursuits. Call 323-836-4001 or email kristine@kristinecastro.com
Mark Chun is a nutraMetrix consultant who educates health professionals on the role of nutraceuticals and provides personalized service at each health professional's office, ensuring the best results. Visit his website: http://www.nutrametrix.com/ or email: mchun@socal.rr.com
Basic Members:
Nutritionist (will upgrade)
Rhonda Weidelman, MA, RD works with you through a non-diet, intuitive eating approach to help you to become mindful of your eating, to improve your relationship with food and yourself. Call 310-721-2260, email: rweidelman@gmail.com
Martial Arts, Tai Chi, Film & DVD
Steve Gettier is a Meetup Member, a Martial Arts/ Tai Chi teacher and great with film & DVD. He did a wonderful job on my yoga and Green Health Party videos. He's giving a special discount to our members. Contact him at: stevegettier@hotmail.com
Beauty
Patty Fisher is an Arbonne Consultant who provides all natural Anti-aging, Nutrition, Cosmetic, Spa/Detox, Weight Management and Personal Care products. For a free sample, email: pattyfisher@myarbonne.com or visit her website at: http://www.pattyfisher.myarbonne.com/
Bridget Bohuslavsky is the advisor/ recruiter at Cleveland Chiropractic College of health and healing. Those who are interested in a healing career and those who wish to get a $30 massage from a student can call Bridget at 323-906-2167 or email: Bridget.Bohuslavsky@cleveland.edu
Felice Rhiannon, E-RYT, PYT is a yoga therapist, author and speaker. She brings over 30 years of experience in healing and yoga. Felice is offering a free phone consultation and a discount on first time visit. Contact her at 310-395-1792 or email: lotuses108@verizon.net
Massage Therapist Experienced certified Massage Therapist Jean Phillip can help you let go, relax and get rid of your pain. Call 310-869-0715
Holistic Veterinarian
Dr. Armaiti May, DVM, is a dog and cat veterinarian who does house calls in the West LA area. She practices both Western medicine and acupuncture. For more information, please visit her website http://www.drmayvethousecalls.com/ or call 310-614-3530
Spirit List: Job Board for the SoulA job board for Southern Californians who are passionate about health, well-being, spirituality, and the earth. For more information, call Dawn Smith-Camacho at 1-877-SOUL-JOB or go to http://www.spiritlist.com/
Join us now as a basic member for just $30/ year or a premier member for just $50/ year. Prices will go up next month! We are seeking corporate sponsorships. Yakult USA is our official sponsor for the Party and Free Cooking Demonstration on 8/16. For sponsorship details, contact Ingrid ASAP.
To join HHC, send payment through Paypal to: ingrid@attuneyoga.com (add a $3 processing fee) or contact her to arrange other forms of payment.
Ingrid
http://holistichealthco-op.org/
http://yoga.meetup.com/552/
Thursday, July 24, 2008
Walking in Brentwood
Google Maps gets walkable! (via grist)
All you have to do is click the “Walking” option in Google Maps to get directions. The function works for trips up to 6.2 miles long — so if you’re training for a 10k, you can easily map out a running route that takes real-time traffic and terrain into account now.
We’re still waiting on Google Transit for bus and subway directions — as well as a biking directions feature.
The more detailed look at the walkability of different LA neighborhoods is pretty interesting. Mid city tops the list with a score of 92.
Thanks, Siel (Green L.A. Girl for this)
I've mapped some of my Brentwood walks already.
Ingrid
http://holistichealthco-op.org/
Wednesday, July 23, 2008
An Evening of Alternative Wellness
Educating, Empowering and Propelling Women Towards Health
Tuesday, July 29
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Korn Convocation Hall
UCLA Anderson School of Management
Westwood, CA 90024
Get Informed and Enjoy:
Social networking
Panel discussion
Breakout discussions
Healthy nibbles from Melissa's
Wellness bag drive (optional)
Dermalogica gift bags
Chair massages from 360Massage
Event topics include:
Eastern Medicine
Integrative Medicine
Women's Wellness
Meditation and Mindfulness
Panelists include:
Dr. Hyla Cass, M.D.-- Radio and TV Authority (The View, CBS News, PBS), Dr. Susan Smalley, Ph.D. – Director of the Mindful Awareness Research Center at UCLA
Jeesin Lui, L.Ac. -- acupuncturist who also uses acupressure, herbalism, massage, etc.
Breakout Sessions:Meet the panelists, share stories & talk to other holistic wellness experts. Breakout sessions will include the above panelists and:
Lauren Brim: Body Talk Practitioner
Susan Marque: Nutrition Coach
Christina Marino: Practitioner of Energetic Healing, Chinese Medicine
Wellness Bag Drive: You are welcome to bring a new pair of PJs or slippers for female cancer patents receiving treatment at USC Norris Cancer Center. Also, hand make a wellness bag greeting card while you get to know Step Up members. This is optional, but a lot of fun.
Ingrid
http://yoga.meetup.com/552/
Gas Saving Live Chat
* high gas prices
* our dependence on oil
* ways to save money and energy.
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-srv/cars/features/2008/gas-saving-tips/
Ingrid
Greening Hollywood: EcoBeauty
Warmly,
Paige Donner
Greening Hollywood
www.huffingtonpost.com/green
Ingrid
Green Health Live Party host
http://holistichealth.collectivex.com/
Monday, July 21, 2008
Aid For Darfur CD
All Star "Aid Still Required" Relief CD by:
Paul McCartney, John Lennon, Eric Clapton, Bonnie Raitt, Ray Charles, Norah Jones, Alanis Morissette, Avril Lavigne, Elvis Costello, Lucinda Williams, Sarah McLachlan, James Taylor, Ani DiFranco, Shawn Colvin, Phantom Planet, Beth Neilsen Chapman and The Blind Boys of Alabama is coming soon. For details, contact: andrea@aidstillrequired.org
Ingrid
http://holistichealthclub.blogspot.com/
http://www.care2.com/c2c
Special Events
http://yoga.meetup.com/552/photos
http://holistichealthco-op.org/
http://www.care2.com/c2c
(8 million members making a difference).
Sunday, July 20, 2008
Giveaway
SM Mirror Media Critic, Sasha Stone wrote: "One of the more reliable ways to make money on the Internet, especially if you are a stay-at-home mother, is to have a life and blog it. There are several mom-bloggers who do so well that they have begun earning a living for the entire family...Blogs like Celebrity-Babies.com, Dooce.com and PioneerWoman.com gain readership by holding giveaways". http://www.smmirror.com.
I'm giving away a free annual basic membership worth $30 for the first new member who signs up and shows up to an event.
Ingrid
Holistic Health Retreat in August
9-10 am: Tai Chi/ Martial Arts with Steve Gettier
12-1 pm (free): Party & Cooking Demo by Ingrid Cheng & Rhonda Weidelman, MA, RD
1-2 pm: Natural Health Seminar by Mark Chun, nutraMetrix
2-3:30 pm: Pilates/ Chakra Yoga Fusion by Crystal D'Angora
3:30-4 pm: Networking, *Raffles and Prizes (only if you sign up for a workshop)
4 -5pm: Dave Sandoval, owner of Oasis Retreat to speak
Send payment through Paypal to Ingrid (add $3 processing fee) or arrange to send a check to Holistic Health Club. Contact Ingrid for details. Thanks.
* Ingrid Cheng offers 1 free premier Holistic Health Club membership ($50 value) and a basic membership worth $30 to be raffled off. Bring your business cards, put one in the raffle box for chance to win ! Other raffle prizes include wellness sessions worth $75 or more.
Holistic Health Club (170+ members)
http://holistichealthco-op.org/
Green Award Winners + Online Video to Raise Money
You can now view videos from many of the sessions during the 2008 NetSquared Conference (N2Y3), as well as the project presentations from the 2007 NetSquared Conference (N2Y2) on FORA.tv: http://fora.tv/partner/NetSquared
2. Net2ThinkTank: How Can Nonprofits Use Online Video to Raise Money?
Read the roundup up of tips and advice from the NetSquared Community on the Net2 Blog: http://tinyurl.com/6m7wlq
3. Interview with Yahoo! Green Award winners: Nick Handler and Matt Evans, Live Climate Learn more about this year's Yahoo! Green Award recipient, Live Climate, in an e-interview with Co-Directors, Nick Handler and Matt Evans: http://tinyurl.com/5ae8mn
Thanks, Will Coley
If you have have news, jobs, events, or calls for submissions that you'd like to share with the NetSquared, email them at net2@techsoup.org
Ingrid Cheng
http://holistichealthco-op.org/
Saturday, July 19, 2008
Thank You for Joining the Green Health Party
To:
Anne Wedyawati, Healthy Living and Water Awareness presenter and MonaVie Distributor
Kim Selbert, Certified Laughter Yoga Leader
Mark Chun, nutraMetrix consultant who educates health professionals
Steve Gettier, Tai Chi/ Martial Arts teacher, film & DVD
Jessica, Meetup Member
Kristen, Meetup Member
Marico, Meetup Member
Nadia, MyPC
Yoga Month Evite:
Steevee
Doc. Tamara
http://holistichealthco-op.org/
Friday, July 18, 2008
“Conscious Cooking” Classes
Thanks,
Ingrid Cheng
http://holistichealthco-op.org/
Benefits of Probiotics
Rhonda Weidelman, nutritionist
Holistic Health Club professional member
http://mindfulnutritionist.wordpress.com/2008/07/08/what-in-the-world-is-a-probiotic/
http://holistichealthco-op.org/
The Lazy Environmentalist
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to call or email:
Bonnie Clark
Casting Director
The Lazy Environmentalist
(818) 480-6559
gogreen@castingcat.com
Ingrid Cheng
http://holistichealthco-op.org
Thursday, July 17, 2008
Joy of Laughter
Ingrid Cheng
http://holistichealthco-op.org/
http://yoga.meetup.com/552/
Why I Practice Yoga
Ingrid Cheng
Founder of Holistic Health Club
Part-time yoga teacher
http://www.holistichealthco-op.org/
More Tips to Live By
2. Talk slowly but think quickly (and listen more than you speak).
3. When someone asks you a (rude) question you, smile and ask, 'Why do you ant to know?' 4. Great love and great achievements involve great risk (get out of your comfort zone).
5. Say 'hello' to people and bless you' when you hear someone sneeze.
6. When you lose, don't lose the lesson.
7. Remember the 3 R's: Respect for self; Respect for others; and Responsibility for your actions
8. Don't let a little dispute injure a great friendship.
9. When you've made a mistake, (be quick to correct it & forgive others for their mistakes).
10. Spend some time alone.
Further tips from Paula Verbit & Ingrid Cheng
http://holistichealthco-op.org/
10 Rules to Live By
2. Marry a man/woman you love to talk to (who really listens to you whether they agree with you or not).
3. Don't believe all you hear, spend all you have or sleep all you want.
4. When you say, 'I love you,' mean it (and show it).
5. When you say, 'I'm sorry,' look the person in the eye.
6. Be engaged at least six months before you get married.
7. Believe in love at first sight (or first love).
8. Never laugh at anyone's dreams. People who don't have dreams don't have much.
9. Love deeply and passionately. You might get hurt but it's the only way to live life completely.
10. In disagreements, fight fairly (don't say something that you'll regret later).
Modified from an email by Paula Verbit
Wednesday, July 16, 2008
14 Super-foods
Join Holistic Health Meetup for free at: http://yoga.meetup.com/552/
Tuesday, July 15, 2008
Upcoming Events
7/20 Yoga at the Park: 9 - 10 am. Clover Park, 2600 Ocean Park Blvd. Attune with yourself, Attune with Nature. Yoga for the Mind, Body and Spirit. New people please let me know of any health issues or past injuries. Bring cash, mat, water for 1 hr of yoga under the trees. $10 donation ($5 supporting members & Yoga Month Volunteers). RSVP to ingrid@attuneyoga.com
7/22 Water Wise: Get into the Flow: 7-10 pm - SBC (Sustainable Business Council) Board Members. Join us for a provocative panel discussion on WATER. We'll meet a panel of water conservation entrepreneurs who will discuss the burgeoning water crisis, new water technologies and businesses that are helping to mitigate the problem and shape the future. PANELISTS:
Pam Berstler, Founder, Flower to the People, Inc; Steve Bilson, CEO, ReWater Systems, Inc; Paul Donahue, Chairman, Aqua Phyd; Jack Rose, Founder, Raincatcher; Sharon Vessels, SVP Marketing, NDS. COST: $20 (tax deductible donation) Includes food & drink. RSVP at:
http://www.sustainablebc.org/v2/events_registration.html
*Also check out events on: http://yourdailythread.com/events/
Ingrid
http://holistichealthco-op.org/
Laughter is the Best Medicine
www.kimselbert.com
www.venicebeachlaughterclub.com
Kim Selbert is one of the Assistant Organizers for the club. I was at the World Laughter Day & had a great time. I look forward to joining one of her classes soon.
Ingrid
http://holistichealthco-op.org/
Green Health Resources
Green Health Live T.V at http://www.greenhealthlive.tv/
California Regional Environmental Education Community (CREEC) Network is the best resource for Environmental Education in CA. Their online directory includes over 1,000 Environmental Education providers and over 2,000 programs/resources available to educators. http://www.creec.org/
1Sky - 1 Climate, 1 Future, 1 Chance at http://www.1sky.org/
Sierra Club at http://sierraclub.org/
Be inspired at: http://www.myspace.com/eyesages
Nature Conservancy at http://www.nature.org/
If you work for a non-profit with a green or health mission, please contact Ingrid@attuneyoga.com to be added to the list for free.
7/19 Green Health Party Update
Sat 7/19 from 12-12:50 pm: Green Health Party at Rubio's Mexican Grill, 12007 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90025.
12:50-1 pm: Walk to Ingrid's place. Yakult will donate free drinks, Yogi Ramesh (Laughter Yoga) + his guest, Marc from Green Health Life T.V. & Steve from Meetup will be there to film the whole event!
1-1:30 pm Introductions (Your name and 1 reason why You are Here)
1:30-2:30 pm Presentations by Holistic Health Club team
2:30-3 pm Assign teams & wrap-up
I need help to build Yoga Month volunteer teams. I'm impressed with Moveon.org's teams & want to build a powerful, effective team like theirs.
http://holistichealth.pbwiki.com/Yoga-Month-Party
http://holistichealthco-op.org/
RSVP to ingrid@attuneyoga.com
Why is there Traffic?
"Why is there traffic? The answer: abundant land in the early 1900s, the freedom autos afford, historically cheap gas, zoning efforts that segregated housing from commercial and industrial areas, lack of coordinated planning, lack of investment in mass transit. If we lived at work, we'd be home by now". Steve Hymon, L.A. Times.
What about weekend traffic? If everyone go carless just 1 day a week, think of how much gas we'd save as a whole, how there'll be less traffic & pollution. I went car-free the whole weekend. It was a good feeling, not being dependent on my car. My dream is to be able to work from home full-time so I don't have to commute. I submitted Holistic Health Club's idea for a chance to win $10,000. Please vote for my idea at: http://ideablob.com/ideas/2752-Holistic-Health-Club
Ingrid, Holistic Health Club http://www.holistichealthco-op.org/
http://www.latimes.com/news/local/la-me-roadsage15-2008jul15,0,2769749.column
Monday, July 14, 2008
Change Your World
Girls For A Change is stopping in L.A. to bring an interactive fair and info to girls & women. They're looking for venues such as shopping centers, etc. Girls and women who really want to start up a GFC team in their own neighborhood can apply to be one of our 20 teams that will operate across the country this year. Each team will need about 10 girls and 1-2 women who are willing to be a GFC Coach for the team which includes supporting the team and attending girl meetings. There is an application process and there will be support and training offered online and by phone from GFC staff. GFC staff will also come out to visit your team at least once a year. The training is FREE to schools and community organizations, with a 90-minute workshop that teaches the concept of social change & info on Change Your World Action Kit (FREE to all girls who attend the training). The workshop is followed by a 60-min open session where girls will participate in meaningful and interactive activities. To schedule a training or for more info, contact: carrie@girlsforachange.org
408-515-8148
Ingrid
Abundance
Contact Ingrid@attuneyoga.com
http://www.holistichealthco-op.org/
Sunday, July 13, 2008
Healthy Aging
2. Get a good night's sleep
3. Moderate aerobic exercise keep (our bodies and brains) healthy
4. Learn a new hobby, sport or language.
5. Eat an apple (or any fruit and vegetable with antioxidants) a day
6. Get 30-60 minutes of exercise a day
7. Keep your BMI (Body Mass Index) between 18.5-24.9 and waist size less than 35 inches
8. Practice tai chi (or yoga for flexibility)
9. Apply sunscreen (before you go outdoors & re-apply for prolong sun exposure)
10. Wear a wide-brim (SPF) hat to protect your face from sun damage
Adapted from http://www.prevention.com/agebeautifully/
Exercise Tips
No cost ways to stay active are:
1. take the stairs instead of the elevator
2. park a little farther away from the mall or grocery store entrance
3. (Bring a salad to work - I have a Chinese chicken salad recipe that I use and enjoy every bite, then I go for a short walk around the block)
4. (Go car-less. Walk, bike, take the bus).
5. (Make household chores into fun exercise - blast the music, engage your stomach muscles when you vacuum or do other chores).
Adapted from: http://www.prevention.com/cda/article/get-fit-fast/8a1868f271903110VgnVCM10000013281eac____/health/healthy.lifestyle/habits
Ways to Look Younger
2. Put 2 slices of cool cucumber on your eyelids to de-puff eyes.
3. After eating watermelon, use peel to scrub face, then wash with water - great for your skin.
4. Avoid eating refined foods such as white bread & pasta if you have adult acne.
5. Let your hair dry naturally and curl partially-dried hair with ionic curler.
6. Whiten your teeth naturally - brush with a teaspoon of baking powder, let sit & rinse.
Adapted from
http://www.prevention.com/100waysyounger/
Ingrid
http://www.holistichealthco-op.org/
Keep Your Family Fit
1. Limit T.V.
2. Walk more
3. Make exercise fun
4. Support each other
5. Eat well
By Michael O'Shea
http://www.parade.com/articles/editions/2008/edition_06-08-2008/3Keep_Your_Family_Fit
Step Up Yoga at the Park
In keeping with Step Up's mission to help women build relationships and create expanded networks, Step Up Sundays provide a unique and free platform for women to get together, have fun, get fit, and support our community initiatives. Check out photos at: http://yoga.meetup.com/665/photos
Kim Selbert
http://www.kimselbert.com/
Anne Wedyawati
email: Awedyawati@charter.net
Testimonies
"Ingrid connected me with Green Health Live T.V. host, we are doing a cooking show because of her networking skills." Rhonda Weidelman. http://mindfulnutritionist.wordpress.com/
"Ingrid, you are amazing! I will follow up with the leads." Vera Alexander, YogaMonth. http://yogamonth.org/
"My Life Coaching Program is full now. Thank you again for your referrals". Paula Verbit. http://believeandachievecoaching.blogspot.com/
"RE: The Alternative Wellness Panel on July 29th at UCLA. Angie said she already saw it on your site...a super huge thank you!!" Alanna Flanagan, Program Manager, Step Up Women's Network. http://www.suwn.org/
Join our growing network at:
Food Safety
"People want to know if they need to be on the lookout for recalled meat and poultry from their local store," Agriculture Secretary Edward T. Schafer said. "By providing lists of retail outlets during recalls, USDA's Food Safety Inspection Service will improve public health protection."The announcement comes on the heels of two serious beef recalls that began in late June and were expanded over the Fourth of July weekend.
By Nicole Gaouette, L.A. Times writer
http://www.latimes.com/news/nationworld/nation/la-na-recall12-2008jul12,0,5063654.story
Saturday, July 12, 2008
Green L.A. Girl
http://greenlagirl.com/
Ingrid
http://ideablob.com/ideas/2752-Holistic-Health-Club
Great Idea
Many others have agreed to this idea, including me.
www.scottsdale-blog.com
http://www.realtime-itcompliance.com/
www.najatea.com/blog
http://yumyumqueen.wordpress.com/
http://www.balanceboost.com/index.php?option=com_myblog&Itemid=209
http://sarahcentric.com/
http://www.sherigaylecouture.com/
http://safiyabeauty.wordpress.com/
http://shopjustbecause.com/
http://www.terraverdeblog.blogspot.com/
http://polichicksonline.com/
http://collaborationtalk.wordpress.com/
http://www.kmoriarty.blogspot.com/
http://www.myjunkytrunk.com/
http://retirementlifematters.blogspot.com/
http://competent-advantage.blogspot.comwww.fabulousafter40.com/
http://whitetangerine.com/index.php?t=1
Ingrid Cheng
http://holistichealthclub.blogspot.com/
Car-Free Weekend
Ingrid, Co-op member
http://www.holistichealthco-op.org/
http://coopportunity.com/
Friday, July 11, 2008
Healthy Cooking Show
We're looking for sponsors and wonder if you know anyone who'd be interested to sponsor us. Thanks.
Ingrid Cheng
http://www.holistichealthco-op.org/
http://holistichealthclub.blogspot.com/
http://greenhealthlive.tv/
Stress Less and Do More
Discover the secret to Stressing Less and Doing More. There are strategies that work each time, every time! Wouldn’t you like to know? Find out in this powerful, entertaining and inspiring workshop with Dr. Brian Ghessi and Dr.Linda Bedessian, experts in holistic wellness.
RSVP to ingrid@attuneyoga.com
Super Food for Your Mind
There’s one food in the diet of the Far East that can improve your memory and could help ward off dementia, and it’s especially beneficial if you’re over 65. It's tempe, a fermented whole soybean produce, which can help improve memory in older people if it’s eaten every day. Its high folate levels have beneficial effects and may protect against the adverse effects of the phytoestrogens. Tofu is a food that is high in phytoestrogens and seniors should limit their intake since these estrogens seems to impair memory.
http://www.lohas.com/articles/101424.html
Free Organic Essentials pocket guide
http://www.lohas.com/articles/101422.html
Yoga & More
Kim went to a laughter event last night. "Dr. Glasser spoke about the healing benefits of humor and I bought her most recent book, The Humor Revolution: Laugh More, Stress Less. She also lives in Mar Vista and said she knew about laughter clubs and would be interested in attending the SM Laughter Club some time in the future. She received a mixed response last night but I really enjoyed what she had to share. I began reading her book last night before going to bed". Kim Selbert, member of Holistic Health Meetup. Join us at: http://yoga.meetup.com/552/
Ingrid
http://www.holistichealthco-op.org/
Thursday, July 10, 2008
Keep L.A. Running charity 5K Run/Walk
Ingrid
http://www.holistichealthco-op.org/
Networking Meeting Re-cap
Bridget Bohuslavsky joined as a new member. She is the advisor/ recruiter at Cleveland Chiropractic College of health and healing. Those who are interested in a healing career and those who wish to get a $30 massage from a student can call Bridget at 323-906-2167 or email: Bridget.Bohuslavsky@cleveland.edu
Anne Wedyawati is offering 1 week of free Kangen water to anyone who is interested in trying the Healthy Water. Contact Anne at 818-371-9998 or email: mailto:Awedyawati@charter.net
I also invited everyone to the Green Health Party on July 19, 12-3 pm: to educate and raise awareness about women's health and the environment while promoting Yoga Month. Professional members can join for free (optional lunch at Rubios), others must pre-pay $30 to join. RSVP by 7/16 to ingrid@attuneyoga.com
http://holistichealth.pbwiki.com/Welcome-to-Holistic-Health-Wiki
Welcome to the Holistic Health Club
July 19, 1-3 pm: Green Health Party to educate and raise awareness about women's health and the environment while promoting Yoga Month. Professional members can join for free (optional lunch at Rubios 12-1 pm), others must pre-pay $30 to join. RSVP to ingrid@attuneyoga.com
Health = Wealth. We are part of a worldwide revolution focusing on holistic health and wellness. Member of Step Up Women's Network, Co-op America Green Business Network, Sierra Club, Slow Food L.A. and Westside Holistic Chamber. Join us in July for Better Health.
Testimonies:
"Ingrid connected me with Green Health Live T.V. host. We are doing a cooking show because of her networking skills." Rhonda Weidelman. Check out her blog at: http://mindfulnutritionist.wordpress.com/
"My Life Coaching Program is full now. Thank you again for your referrals". Paula Verbit. Check out her blog at: http://believeandachievecoaching.blogspot.com/
Co-op America Green Business Network Member #: W000237608 https://www.coopamerica.org/
Member Benefits:
Immediate listing on this site, alliance, referrals, networking, shared advertising, marketing costs and resources.
http://www.holistichealthco-op.org/
Wednesday, July 9, 2008
Volunteer for the Assistance League
Mon-Tue, Thu-Sat 11 am- 3pm.
Contact Sue Ferrell at (310) 451- 0512 or jeseferrell@verizon.net
Business Consulting
Have Fun • Do Good: Win $10,000
I submitted Holistic Health Club's idea. Please vote for my idea at: http://ideablob.com/ideas/2752-Holistic-Health-Club
Ingrid
http://www.holistichealthco-op.org/
7/10 Networking Event
Check out our Networking agenda at:
http://holistichealth.pbwiki.com/Welcome-to-Holistic-Health-Wiki
Ingrid
http://www.holistichealthco-op.org/
Tuesday, July 8, 2008
Submit Your Story for FREE Traffic
Tell us your compelling story about the works you are publishing on YouPublish
Your purpose for publishing and what you hope to accomplish by using YouPublish
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Anything else that makes your YouPublish story interesting
YouPublish user name and company if applicable
YouPublish URL
Photo of yourself or Company Profile
SpiritList.com Business Network
What: The SpiritList.com Business Network
When: Friday, July 11th, 7:30am-9:00am
Where: Whole Foods Market Arroyo-- UPSTAIRS, at the Cafe/Bakery.
465 South Arroyo Parkway, Pasadena, CA 91105
Info: dawn@spiritlist.com
Ingrid www.holistichealthco-op.org
Top 10 Exercise Excuses
1. General apathy. "I don't really care about exercising. I work hard enough every day that I don't need an exercise routine."
2. Low on the priority list. "I am very busy and exercise just isn't a priority right now."
3. Embarrassment. "I'm so out of shape, I'm afraid people will laugh at me."
4. Health issues and/or chronic pain. "I have a bad back, bad knees, etc., so I can't work out." (Are you doing anything to alleviate your pain besides taking medication?)
5. Lack of a routine or boredom with the current exercise routine. "I never know what to do at the gym. I don't like doing the same thing all the time."
6. Location/ convenience. "There just isn't a gym/ studio that's close to my work or home."
7. Budget issues. "It's just too expensive to join a gym and buy all the necessary gear (clothes, shoes, etc)."
8. Bad experience. "I had a bad experience at the gym/ studio (with a personal trainer, yoga teacher, obnoxious members, etc)."
9. Lack of motivation. "I'm too tired to work out at the end of the day. Isn't there a quick and easy way to get in shape and lose the weight?"
10. Lack of time. "With kids, a husband, a full time job and aging parents, I just don't have the time to exercise".
http://www.toyourhealth.com/newsletter/TYH/newsletter.php
Mark your calendars. Green Health Party on Sat 7/19, 12-3 pm. Holistic Health Club's mission is to educate and raise awareness about health and the environment. Here, we address all the excuses and help people be proactive about their health.
Monday, July 7, 2008
Immigrants Value Democracy
Ingrid Cheng
Women's Circle
Sage Knight has a free monthly Women's Circle. The next one is on Fri 7/18 at 7 pm. Plan to arrive 15 min early so that we can gather and all leave for the beach together. Be sure and dress warmly and bring a towel or beach chair to meet your need for comfort.
For more info or to RSVP, contact Sage at sageknight@mac.com
Friends 4 Expo Transit
http://friends4expo.org/
Sunday, July 6, 2008
Green Health Events
Thu 7/10: Free Holistic Networking event at 1-2 pm ($5 at the door), RSVP for free entry at http://yoga.meetup.com/552
*Sun 7/13: Step Up Yoga in the Park, Mon 7/14: Wellness Bag Prep and Speaker Dr. Sara Klevens, and Tue 7/29: Alternative Wellness Panel and Wellness Bag Drive (Special events for supporting members)
Tue 7/15: Watch "A State of Thirst: CA's Water Future" at 7:30 pm online at: http://kqed.org/quest/
Sat 7/19: Green Health Party to educate and raise awareness about women's health and the environment while promoting Yoga Month. Partners can join for free (optional lunch for $15 pp), non-partners must pre-pay $30 pp to join. 12-3 pm. RSVP to ingrid@attuneyoga.com
Saturday, July 5, 2008
YogaMonth is on FaceBook
To confirm this group invitation, follow the link below:
http://www.facebook.com/p.php?i=524715438&k=ZXF56ZU6T2YM5AEHYEYUXQ
Everyone can join Facebook. To register, go to:
http://www.facebook.com/p.php?i=524715438&k=ZXF56ZU6T2YM5AEHYEYUXQ&r
Ingrid
http://holistichealthco-op.org/
Friday, July 4, 2008
I Love San Francisco
2. Shopping at Rainbow Co-op (http://rainbow.coop/)
3. Green Apple Books (http://www.greenapplebooks.com/)
4. San Francisco City Guides give Free Walking Tours. I love the Chinatown walking tour. Participate in 5 or more walks and become an honorary City Guide. Membership includes: Invitation to the 30th Anniversary Celebration,
Quarterly Guidelines newsletter filled with stories on local history, legends and lore plus
Current tour schedule mailed to your house
http://www.sfcityguides.org/
5. Ferry Plaza Farmers Market and Ferry Building
http://www.ferrybuildingmarketplace.com/farmers_market.php
6. Outside Lands Music & Arts Fest: Aug 22-24
http://www.sfoutsidelands.com/
7. Family House, a home away from home for kids with cancer.
http://www.familyhouse.org/
8. San Francisco Parks Trust (http://www.sfpt.org/)
9. Kabuki Springs & Spa (http://kabukisprings.com/)
10. Endangered Species Big Year
The 2008 Golden Gate National Recreation Area Endangered Species Big Year is a race against time to observe each of the 33 endangered and threatened species found within the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, while taking 33 discrete conservation recovery actions that will prevent these species from going extinct. Sign up & download your checklist now at: http://ggnrabigyear.org/bigyear.html
Save Our State Parks Campaign
Revenue issues are still outstanding and are being discussed behind closed doors. It's still importantfor Senators Ducheny and Machado to hear from groups in support of the SPAP (State Park Access Pass), so if you haven't yet written a letter or communicated to their offices, please do so.
Call-in information is: 517-417-5000, Access Code 224787
Traci Verardo-Torres
Legislative & Policy DirectorCalifornia State Parks Foundation
http://www.calparks.org/
They tried to cut the budget to public libraries and calls like these made a difference.
Ingrid
http://www.holistichealthco-op.org/
Thursday, July 3, 2008
Yoga Month Update
http://apps.facebook.com/meetups/
http://www.myspace.com/yoga_activist
http://holistichealthco-op.org/
http://yogamonth.org/
The Night Before The 4th - A Patriotic Preparation
http://www.beyondbaroque.org/?NF=1
Co-opportunity in Santa Monica
http://coopportunity.com/co_opComp/pages/aboutUs/community.html
Holistic Health Club is listed in the Co-opportunity directory!http://www.coopportunity.com/co_opComp/pages/membership/membersHelping.htm
http://holistichealthco-op.org/
Businesses for a Safe Climate
For more info, go to: http://us.greenpeace.org/site/PageNavigator/hotseat/PHS_Business
Ingrid
http://holistichealthco-op.org/
No to $5 Gas!
Reports of declining U.S. stockpiles and the threat of conflict with Iran plus Saudi Arabia's oil minister comment that his country had no immediate plans to boost production also lifted prices.
Join us at the Oil-Free President Rally on 7/10 at the Shell Station on Cloverfield and Michigan, Santa Monica. 5-7 pm. Sign up now at:
http://environment.meetup.com/327
http://biz.yahoo.com/ap/080703/oil_prices.html
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
Teachers of Tomorrow
- Earn college credits this summer
- Get a paid Summer Internship at one of seven LACCD campuses (beginning July 07, 2008)
- Get qualified to be an Instructional Assistant at $12 per hour (with the possibility of obtaining a paid position for a period of one year beginning in August 2008)
www.laccd.edu
Ingrid
http://holistichealthco-op.org/
Yoga Month News
I support Yoga Month in September & my Associate ID is 4184. Sign up for a VIP pass to the L.A. Yoga Health Festival & get a gift bag with $500 worth of yoga & health products ASAP. Your VIP pass is a donation.
www.yogamonth.org/event/preregister.php
http://holistichealthco-op.org/
Upcoming events
July 19: Green Health Party to educate and raise awareness about women's health and the environment while promoting Yoga Month. Partners can join for free (optional lunch for $15 pp), non-partners must pre-pay $30 pp to join. RSVP to ingrid@attuneyoga.com
Green Referrals
We have been trying to support local companies in my area for website design and marketing, but they are not familiar with green. So we try and educate them, and explain to them why we won’t budge on using anything other than green products. So I am asking for referrals. If anyone has any companies that they are working with that are great at any of the following, please let me know:
We are looking for a company that is familiar with managing Google Ad words.
We are looking for a great marketing company and that has connections at Planet Green, the Green Guide, Tree Hugger or etc.
We are looking for someone that can help us maximize the use of the website.
We are looking for someone that is familiar with OSCommerce.
We have a great PR director for the Retail store, but we really want someone to promote the website.
Thank you for any referrals.
Sasha Windes
Owner, Bakersfield, CA 93308
661-342-7800 Direct
Tell her Ingrid Cheng, Co-op America member referred you.
Green Music
http://www.reverbrock.org/site/
http://www.greenopia.com/SF/
Tuesday, July 1, 2008
Cancer Care with Chinese Medicine
http://holistichealthco-op.org/
Social Networking for Business
Social Network users are affluent - 6 in 10 (60%!) of a Million wealthy consumers with an average income of $287k and net worth $2.1 use online social networks (Luxury Institute, 2008/confirmed by the Federal Reserve). I am an experienced social networker and can show you how to start with online social networking. I am offering a free session to teach you how to release your fears about technology, computers and the internet and not being “technical”. If you know how to use the computer and email, you can use online social networks like
Facebook and MySpace and they are not just for college kids anymore. I also belong to Linkedin which is Valued at $1 BILLION with 19 Million Business Users! (As of June, 2008).
If you wish to take advantage of my expertise, contact ingrid@attuneyoga.com ASAP to schedule a free session.
Join the Green Health Party on 7/19
ingrid@attuneyoga.com
Holistic Networking
New Ideas for Networking
and for www.beltwaynetworking.com.
The themes of the articles revolve around “New Ideas for Networking” and “Successful Businesses Begin with Healthy Entrepreneurs” –
1.How health, wellness, and/or activity have supported your business growth and prosperity (ie. When you were walking, you came up with ‘the’ creative idea that took your business to the next level, when you focused on your health, your business began to prosper, etc..)
2.Unique places or situations where you have networked your business. (if you are not sure if it is unique, send it in anyway!)
3.Inspirational and ‘cool’ networking stories --above and beyond the traditional networking scenarios
I submitted my story to her. She will quote you and link to your business website – so please email jen@activentrepreneur.com
Ingrid
http://holistichealthco-op.org/