We each need to decide what actually makes us happy and then find ways to fill our lives with it, as if the need was so great that it pulsed through our veins. I’m not sure what makes you happy, but creating and helping others to create something great drives me to get out of bed on the those when its a struggle. There are so many people trying to change the world and their voices deserve a little megaphone to help spread their good news. And I am happy to hold it up for them. That’s a large part of what this Agents of Change roadtrip is about. But it’s more than that. I find when I head on the road, I am more alive, more vulnerable, more open to the magic that life has to bring. Here is a little video about why this tour is so important to me. Amazing things happen when I allow myself to dance on the edge during these roadtrips: I meet amazing people who end up being a part of my inner circle I find strength and courage within myself during times when I thought I had nothing left. I meet people [...]
January 23, 2013 – 12:03 pm
Hey Everyone! I am psyched and overwhelmed by the response that we have received about the Agents of Change Tour beginning this March. I appreciate all the emails, calls, and suggestion as to what is going on in your city and the creative souls who are truly making it happen. This is going to be epic! We are putting a call out to all of Boston’s creative class to join us on February, 2nd to be in our Kickstarter video. We are looking for: Musicians Dancers (including Burlesque Dancers) Visual artists Yoga instructors Jugglers Makers Ribbon artists ……and anyone else who we showcase! For everyone who participates, we will interview you and highlight you on: The Kickstarter Page Our Website (Coming Soon) Selected stories will be featured on my site and within the upcoming book If interested, email us who you are, what you do, and a URL where we can get to know you better. To make it easy, just email through the contact page. Other Housekeeping Items 1. We are rounding out our dates and the cities we’re headed to. Where should be go? Who are some of the key people we should interview. Comment below and let us [...]
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January 8, 2013 – 8:44 pm
Adventure, baby! Bring it on! As many of you know, our last tour was life altering for me. It resulted in: 1. Meeting some amazing people who have become great friends. 2. The creation of the Our Revolution, a social good community. Which I am happy to say is a few thousand strong, as well as the How to Create a Revolution book (a guide to creating social change). 3. A chance meeting with a guy who reviewed my first book, How to Start Your Business with $100, that ended in a marriage proposal. Yeah, this awesome: And trust me, I could not have done that past tour without you guys. You are my backbone and the reason why I do these things. You show me that it is needed (and wanted). I cannot tell you what that means to me. So, I am excited to announce that we headed on the road again and embarking on The Agents of Change Tour! About the Tour Mission: To restore creativity to the soul of the world! The Agents of Change tour is a year-long tour exploring the impact of creativity and collaboration on local communities, artists, and entrepreneurs. The tour nurtures [...]
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December 7, 2012 – 10:11 pm
London. What a great town. Steve and I both spoke at the Social Media Strategies Summit out there in the beginning of November, and though this post is a little late, I really wanted to share some of the highlights. Where to Stay in London Though most of our nights were taken care of, there were one or two where we were on our own. We used Air B n B and stayed Naz. Naz was great and his little garden house was exactly what we needed for two nights. To check out his place, click here. Where to Travel I never really do the touristy thing. I like to live amongst the locals and find the best kept secrets. However, there are times when you need to see a little more of the countryside. So, Steve and I decided to venture off and explore. Stonehenge I had never seen Stonehenge before and have been fascinated by it as a child. However, on this cold, dreary morning where the wind whips through you as fast as a high-speed train, I didn’t hang around for very long. It was still great to see the original LEGO set. Bath Bath completely and utterly took me by surprise. [...]
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October 9, 2012 – 1:17 pm
I spent the weekend being the traveler. Since we had a guest from out of town, this was my opportunity to truly explore the Berkshires during the fall. Here are some of the highlights: Edith Wharton’s The Mount I stepped on these grounds and felt like I had come home. Wharton was a Pulitzer Prize-winning American novelist (first woman to win), short story writer, and designer. The Mount stands as one of her creations and is magnificent. The Berkshires We then wandered through neighboring towns and came across a few things, including a gingerbread house. And of course, if you are going to finish a day of sightseeing, why not do it over a glass of wine at Nashoba Brook Winery while watching this view: Related Posts Adventures to Fantasy Island and Lessons from the Surf The Traveler: How to Haggle like a Pro How to Live Anywhere and Love It Image Credit: Typewriter: http://pinterest.com/EHTaniguchi/ All other images: Ja-Nae Duane
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August 8, 2012 – 10:15 am
I just got back from a fantastic trip to Kauai for my sister’s wedding. I’m never one to take a vacation to a tropical destination, so this was a huge new experience for me. Here are some of the highlights of the trip, including: No worries. We promise that we didn’t cause any trouble with the TSA officials. At least none that we can speak of. A beautiful beach where I learned how to scuba. I wasn’t really keen on my instructor at first. She wanted us to get used to breathing under water through our equipment. Though I could do it for a little bit, it was extremely hard to breathe. I tried it several times before I told her I was having issues. Come to find out, she forgot to turn my tank on. However, everyone was incredibly impressed with my lung capacity. It’s awesome to be an opera singer. These are the Wailua Falls that were featured in the beginning of Fantasy Island. All I had running through my head was, “The plane boss, the plane.” It never got old. Each beach looked like this. This was the beach where we had our surf lesson. Surfing was [...]
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October 5, 2011 – 9:57 am
New adventures and opportunities do not always show up at your door step. Sometimes, you have to break the rules and get out of your comfort zone in order to find them. Here’s how.
August 17, 2011 – 9:18 am
Don’t laugh, but I dream about being a spy. Maybe it’s because of my love for travel, or maybe it’s because of all the James Bond movies my dad used to watch with me, but no matter what I achieve, I keep coming back to this fantasy. I have always dreamed of living an exotic life of travel and intrigue, and being a world-class spy is the epitome of this lifestyle. But while fictional characters like James Bond and Jason Bourne glamorize and dramatize the life of a real-world spy, the reality is that there truly are spies among us, working to collect information and fighting for national security. I recently had dinner with an old friend who–”in a previous life”, as she puts it–worked in the field. While she’s sworn to secrecy about specifics, we did have an good chat on the more interesting aspects of the life. So whether you are seriously considering this life path or just indulging in daydreams, here are the skills I learned are necessary to become an effective spy. Learn Another Language – Although English is the universal language, being fluent in at least one other language is essential for any spy. Not only [...]
August 9, 2011 – 10:15 am
It’s been way too long since I’ve been out of the country, but with the Artist Retreat around the corner, I’m really getting excited. A few of the attendees (Are you one of them? Would you like to be? Contact me for more information!) asked me how to learn a language and learn it quickly. It’s a great question. That’s why I rounded up some great language apps that will help you kick your second or third language into high gear: Tweets: Twitter is understated as an educational tool. Twitter allows you to learn new languages and practice them a little bit. Click here a compilation of some “linguistic twitterers”. LiveMocha.com – Livemocha divides a language into courses, units, and lessons. Lessons are divided into four types of activities: learn, review, write, and speak. What’s nice is that you can also make flashcards from the content in the lessons, or you can make your own flashcards. There is even a chat feature, so you can connect with people learning the same language you are. Babbel — If you’re looking for something that you can use on both your computer and smart phone, Babbel fits the bill. It provides exercises and courses [...]
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In just a few short weeks I will be traveling to Italy for the Artists Retreat. I can’t wait to join together with artists to be inspired, and work with others like myself who are making their dreams and ideas come to life. Being in Italy for a week is a dream, but even though I’ll be in a beautiful foreign country, I know I still need to be productive. Here are some tools and gadgets I use to make sure travel doesn’t stop me from being industrious even while overseas. Apple iPad — What a great way to have everything you need at your fingertips, while not straining your bicep muscles carrying all your luggage AND a heavy laptop. The iPad is incredibly versatile and will allow me to tweet, read, write, and stay in contact while I’m away. Apple MacBook Pro 13” — I have nothing against PCs or netbooks, but my MacBook and I have taken many successful trips together, so why mess with a perfect partnership? It’s not as small as a netbook, but just as convenient and is perfect for those times when I need more than what my iPad can give me, such as [...]
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