Highlights:

• Hope In America: Lessons From The Road
• A Simple and Powerful Breathing Tip For Anyone, Anywhere
• Inspiration Renovation Radio
• Inspiration Deficit Disorder is on the bookshelves!
• Mexico trip dates released!
• Free tele-class September 9th
• Astrological Forecast

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Hope In  America: Lessons From the Road

This past week I crossed the United States, fortunate enough to have been asked to appear on a number of TV news shows commenting on the new movie Eat Pray Love - prior to its release. The core message I was asked to discuss was attached to my new book (Inspiration Deficit Disorder): you don’t have to travel the world to find peace, meaning or hope.

So, over the last few days I boarded planes in Chicago, Tampa, Washington DC, Phoenix, LA and Tucson and in the passing airport TVs, newsstand headlines, and waiting passengers I could feel a heaviness in the hearts of people that seemed inescapable. So many despairing feelings people are flooded by: poor economy, unemployment, healthcare, political division, ecological crisis and even many of the celebrities who promised to always keep a smile on our faces seem to be falling down drunk, in rage or sheer materialism. Is this the end of times the ancient ones spoke of?

No. I don’t think so. I see something else.

It’s a privilege to have a public voice, as small as mine is, but it certainly doesn’t pay the bills (yet). I do what I do because I love what I do and despite the despair I also feel about getting my family’s bills paid each month and the huge loans and mortgage that follow me like a shadow, I live with hope and a strong heart for the future of my family and our world. I have had and sometimes still have challenge in my life, but I also see something else. I see hope.

A Simple and Powerful Breathing Tip For Anyone, Anywhere

Gentle Breathing: Gentle breathing is the most fundamental type of breathing exercise. Whether you are new or long practiced at breathing exercises , gentle breathing can be a compliment or the core of your daily centering practice: simply breath in and out through the nose, breathe as quietly and gently as you can, progressively softening the sound and sensation of your breath until it feels imperceptible. Continue until you feel calm inside or set a time like 2, 5 or 10 minutes to practice.

Gentle breathing is very simple to practice. It can be done in any position.

Inspiration Renovation Radio

Don’t forget my amazing short radio series with Hay House radio – interviewing award winning film makers, best-selling authors and even a Grammy nominated comedian. Experience six amazing perspectives on inspiration, balance and success.

Inspiration Deficit Disorder is on the bookshelves!

Its official! Inspiration Deficit Disorder is on the bookshelves country wide. Check out this special landing page we’ve built and the amazing free gifts and sweepstakes (FREE trips to Canyon Ranch, Mexico and Africa).

Mexico trip dates released!

Our Inspired Living retreat in Sayulita, Mexico is set for May 2 to 8, 2011. Ideally for couples, but open to everyone, this retreat will combine seminars, meditation, yoga and experiences of the natural world over six beautiful nights in sea side, tropical Sayulita. Co-hosted by Punta Sayulita Development. Click here to learn more.

Free tele-class September 9^th

Stay tuned for details on a free tele-call we’ll be offering that explores the key steps to creating and inspired life and overcoming the natural barriers to change.

Astrology And Beyond…

If you enjoy our astrological forecasts by the wonderful Deborah Sipple, you might also love to join the facebook page of Ellen Whitehurst who write a monthly column called SHUISTROLOGY, an 'astro-logical' blend of astrology and Feng Shui.

ASTROLOGICAL WEATHER FORCAST: Intense Peak Rich With Potential

August begins with high intensity due to Mars (action, courage, anger) joining the crowded Cardinal T-Square in the last days of July. This intensity peaks on August 7^th when a Cardinal Cross forms as the Moon in Cancer moves into place opposite Pluto. Those born in the early degrees of Aries, Cancer, Libra, and Capricorn or with those signs on the cusps of the angles may feel this more intently than others. Stress is high, emotions are strained, and tempers can flare. Breathe and move with care and caution; this intensity will lessen by the end of August. Open your heart to what you need to create new beginnings that are authentic and meaningful; yet will require the very best of you to accomplish. This is not a quick fix; this begins long term shifts. It is an emotional, powerful, hard, yet an optimistic time of necessary change; change that can awaken and enrich our lives. (MORE)