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05 January 2021

HK heartbeat :: issue #1000

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Listen to your own heartbeat ... naturally

This week, happy is a wise choice.

We have many options in front of us.

Resistance to our reality is not one of them.

Lives are lost along with jobs and indulgences.

Good news lies in the fact that 2020 is hindsight.

Each generation always evolves from the previous.

Our resilience lies in our approach forward.

Tech steps in with convenience and waste.

Less means living with inconvenience.

Our decision to thrive is personal.

Accept what we cannot control.

Change those things we can.

Figure out the difference.

Is your new year happy?

Naturally,

Founder
HK heartbeat

Listen to your own heartbeat.

Serving Hong Kong since 2001 ... naturally

"Be happy for this moment. This moment is your life." Omar Khayyam

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The good news is you can remain reasonably fit without a gym full of shiny equipment

New report finds majority of the birds found dead in early fall were emaciated

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The Hong Kong Wild Boar Project explores conflict and coexistence with humans in urban landscapes

Instead of pressing charges, arresting officer bought them gift cards worth $250 with his own money

Alarming new research reveals a historic underestimation of inequality

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Farmfest 2021 in Hong Kong ... virtually

Farmfest 2021

Now in its 15th year, this year’s event will be held online with hundreds of vendors selling fresh organic fruits and vegetables, chilled fish, dried seafood and ornamental plants along with local delicacies, kitchenware, household goods and eco-smart products -- details


Mental health relief

The Mental Health Relief Scheme is available in multiple languages to everyone who needs a hand. If you are facing a crisis and you feel able to, speak to a trusted friend or family member or a medical or mental health professional. Starting the conversation can be hard, but these people want to talk to you and help you to cope -- details


Fair trade gifts

With the holiday season upon us, thoughts turn to supporting others. Global Handicrafts has fair trade gifts with a conscience for everyone on your list, including unique stationery, toys, jewelry, accessories and home decor items. Our holiday selection includes seasonal ornaments and handmade greeting cards -- details


Mask with care.

The story of masks continues and I ordered a few extras in black or white, sizes small and large so stock is now available while they last. They're comfortable, lightweight, durable, biodegradable, eco-smart, antimicrobial and made with love from 100% fair trade fine Egyptian cotton -- buy here.


HK$100 equals ten meals for those in great and ImpactHK continues aims to raise funds to feed for the homeless as we prepare for the cold winter days ahead. Not only will these meals help our city’s most vulnerable, but the food is also lovingly prepared by individuals who were once homeless -- details


Healthy holiday gifts for healthy oceans

Choose special gifts from the times for more entertainment and healthy habits and less marine debris in support of our Ocean Recovery Alliance heroes making waves all around the world. All profits from our sales of SpyHop Facewear masks and Plastically Impossible Puzzles go toward protecting the ocean and reducing plastic pollution -- details


Festive Food Drive for Feeding HK

Feed people, not landfills and join the Festive Food Drive to bring some extra holiday cheer to those in need. Feeding Hong Kong has experienced a surge in demand from front line charities across the city throughout 2020 while facing a series of disruptions to business operations, resulting in loss of income and rising operational costs -- details


Natural Holiday Guide by HK heartbeat

The annual natural holiday guide is our hand-picked selection of gifts and tips for conscious traditions and ways to support our community. This year, all listings are provided with my compliments with advertising especially created for social members with more to come in the following weeks -- details


Vision 2020 (+1 watch this space)

We support local volunteers spending their precious time to make a difference.

Stay in touch with migrating members gets easy with the new heartbeat village.

The new digital edition of the directory is free with personal membership.

Book a listing or display ad by January 31 and save 25%.

Contact us to suggest a new category or listing.


We're social -- follow us

Get updates in the Facebook group and check with the organizers. Our members are at your service. Join the conversation in our Facebook group and stay in touch on our page, enjoy fresh pics on Instagram and get updates on the website Twitter feed. Support our volunteer community with sponsored campaigns for their ongoing social programs.


Community for good

We are the real super power. Powered by trust, Hong Kong's natural network is building a fair future for everyone by connecting the public with independent professionals, commercial businesses and social organizations. Our members share fresh content and verified contacts for natural products, services and programs. We share everything you need for balanced everyday choices -- chemical-free health and beauty, lifestyle services, whole food, sustainable fashion, eco-style, green gadgets and more.

Everything is connected.

Listen to your own heartbeat.


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