This week, it feels like we are just getting started.
Over the holiday, as I reviewed the past year, I also reflected on how I started this business in the first place. During my Chinese New Year cleaning and clearing, I uncovered a personal truth in this story I wrote for AsiaSpa back in 2008. After I re-read the article, I suddenly realized my business started me.
It has been a long road since that first email in 2001.
It was a different time, then. Most people thought I was nuts and it’s a little bit true. I still get asked how I make money with heartbeat. Truth is, I manage to cover the production costs but I don’t get paid for my time, so I am always on the lookout for contracts to keep the landlord happy and continue supporting the Natural Hong Kong community.
But, when I try to stop, I find myself starting again.
When I look around and see local changes taking root, like urban farming, mindfulness programs, fair trade shopping, sustainability initiatives, organic options and life balance campaigns, I recognize my contribution. It comes as no surprise that HK has become a hotbed for these new healthy startups showcased by Green Queen.
Change is in the air. We are rested and refreshed after a lovely long break. A quick peek at the February calendar is all it takes to realize we are all set for a year of monkey business. Having polished off the chocolates and the champagne, we are enjoying Valentine’s afterglow and ready to share the love.
One of my favorite things about living in Hong Kong is the chance to begin the new year twice. Having admitted to some mistakes along the way, now is the perfect time to learn from them, build on them and start fresh. I am a big fan of the do-over.
Are you ready?
Naturally,
Founder & Publisher
www.heartbeat.com.hk
natural life in the fast lane
Listen to your own heartbeat.
“I don’t know where I’m going from here, but I promise it won’t be boring.” David Bowie
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Events in Hong Kong this week
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15 (10:30am-12:30pm) Supermarket Tour | contact organizer
15 (11am) Mom and Baby Yoga class | The Yoga Room
15 (6:15pm) Mindfulness for Beginners | IMI – Integrated Medicine Institute
15 (6:30-8pm) Zei Wei Dou Shu Astrology | All About You Wellness Centre
16 (10:45am-12:45pm) Self Care with Nature | i-Detox Wellness Centre
15 (7-8:50pm) Moving Steps | Sheryl Feniger
16 (7-9pm) Kwan Yin Lunar Channelled Meditation | The Sanctuary
16 (7:30pm) Brakes and cars: rules and freedom? | HK Philosophy Cafe
17 (11am-12pm) Chai and Chat | Pranayum
17 (7pm) HK’s Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan | Green Drinks
18 (6:30-8:30pm) Guided Shamanic Meditation | All About You Wellness Centre
19 (8:30-10am) Mindful Parenting | contact organizer
19 (9:30am-12pm) Numerology | Red Doors Studio
17 (10-11am) Meditation Yoga | The Healing Centre of Hong Kong
17 (10:30am-1:30pm) Hong Kong Helpers Cooking Class | contact organizer
18 (6:30pm) Nurturing Happy and Resilient Children | contact organizer
18 (10:45am-12:45pm) Easy and Nutritious Breakfast Class | i-Detox Wellness Centre
19 (1:30-8pm) TEDxHongKongLive2016 – Dream | TEDx Hong Kong
19 (4:15-5:15) Children’s Meditation and Self Expression | Michelle Harris
19 (7pm) Family Trees Wine Tasting | La Cabane Wine Cellar & Bistro
19 (7-9pm) Dancing Goddess | The Healing Centre of Hong Kong
20 (9am-6pm) Kundalini Yoga Fest | Red Doors Studio
20 (10:45am-12:45pm) Superfood and Self Care | i-Detox Wellness Centre
20 (11am) Tai O Cultural and Eco Tour | contact organizer
20 (11am-1pm) SiSuClimb Hong Kong | contact organizer
20 (1:30-3pm) Posture Taping for Neck and Shoulder Pain | Flex Studio
20 (2-5pm) Heart of Hatha Workshop | The Yoga Room
20 (2:30pm) Meat Free Dinner at Veggie Family | Meat Free Hong Kong
20 (2:30-4:15pm) OCD and Anxiety Support Group | contact organizer
20 (3-5pm) Urban Farming Workshop | Rooftop Republic
20 (3pm) Nature’s Food Afternoon Tea | contact organizer
20 (7-9:30pm) The Art of Receiving | Luxe Nova Lifestyle Studio
20-21 (10am-7pm) Healing through the Enneagram | Karma Consultants
21 (11:30am) Middle Eastern Vegetarian Brunch | Olive Leaf
21 (6:30-8:30pm) Opening the Heart | Red Doors Studio
22 (6:30-8pm) Innovative Business Models Transform the World | Asia Society HK
22 (6:30-8pm) Full Moon Gong Meditation | Red Doors Studio
22 (6:45-8:45pm) Self Care with Nature’s Medicine Chest | i-Detox
22 (7-9pm) Awakening of Love | Pia Muggerud
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Coming up
Feb 27-28 Heal Body, Mind, Emotions and Soul
Mar 10-12 LOHAS Expo and Veg Food Asia
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LOHAS Expo & Vegetarian Food Asia
Natural, Organic, Green Living & Vegetarian Food Products
The 5th annual LOHAS Expo and the second Vegetarian Food Asia will be held in March at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. This is a regional sourcing platform for trade, visitors and consumers with over 200 exhibitors and 12,000 trade buyers expected from around the region. Get practical tips from global industry leaders and experts to grow business at the LOHAS Forum and meet numerous of master chefs at the Vegetarian Kitchen and learn cooking tips. Last year, the LOHAS Expo attracted more than 10,000 visitors over 3 days to meet over 100 exhibiting companies. Visit the fairs to find out more.
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