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Making Peace with 9/11by Claire Amber on Sep 7, 2011 I’m sure you remember the above image vividly…the twin towers of the World Trade Center in flames, the two jets that crashed into them, having been hijacked by terrorists. The 10th anniversary of 9/11 is coming up in five short days, but it feels like it was just yesterday! There’s been a lot of hype, [...] 738 views |
Tired of all the horror stories and fear-mongering around 9/11? Take peaceful action!by Claire Amber on Sep 5, 2011 So, what if, as a way of honoring those lost on 9/11/2001, we look at the 10th anniversary of the World Trade Center attack as a CALL FOR PEACE between the United States and the Arab nations? Yes, “9/11″ was a violation and a huge shock to our country. Having witnessed this event [...] 1,000 views |
 Event Report: Conscious Life Expo 2011by Claire Amber on Feb 19, 2011 Last weekend, February 11th-13th, I attended the Conscious Life Expo at the LAX Hilton, in Los Angeles, CA. It was my second time attending and I was very excited to be there. I didn’t necessarily have an agenda, or game plan, going in. Rather, I decided to follow my feet and see what caught my [...] 211 views |
Event Report: Conscious Life Film Festival 2011.by Claire Amber on Feb 17, 2011 This past weekend, I attended the Conscious… 385 views |
 Event Report: Sneak Peek of 9th Annual Conscious Life Expoby Claire Amber on Feb 13, 2011 Today is Sunday, February 13th and I’ve been at the Conscious Life Expo near the Los Angeles Airport since Friday. I’ve enjoyed myself thoroughly, met some amazing people with common interests, learned new things, and have been entertained and amused. In the interest of time, and to ensure that I’m actually AT the expo, capturing [...] 209 views |
Ew! de Perfume- Chemicals that Make us Sickby Claire Amber on Dec 3, 2010 Why, Why, Why? Synthetic chemicals in our perfumes, air “fresheners”, soaps, etcetera, are gross, unnecessary and harmful to our health. And they are so prevalent! I often carry my own soap in a bottle because I refuse to wash my hands with nasty “fragrance”-laden soaps. Our skin is not just a barrier- it’s a living, breathing [...] 127 views |
8th Annual Conscious Life Expoby Claire Amber on Dec 2, 2010 Los Angeles: A Place of Community, Integrity, Innovation and Quality Better Late Than Never The Greater Los Angeles area has much to offer in terms of green businesses, innovative thought and networking events geared towards raising consciousness and promoting sustainability. On Friday, Febrary 12th, I had the privilege of attending a green business discussion panel [...] 133 views |
Leaders Causing Leaders…the Slow Reveal, Part One…by Claire Amber on Nov 12, 2010 I’d love for us, as a society, to slow down and really FEEL our way through life… 398 views |
Sex, Drugs & Transformation? Film and Event Review on “May I Be Frank”by Claire Amber on May 5, 2010 I was excited to hear about a film screening in Venice, CA, on the eve of the Kindred Spirit Workshop, put on by Café Gratitude. From seeing the trailer of “May I Be Frank” (click link for trailer), I knew that the film was about a man’s journey to much improved health and well-being and that [...] 1,027 views |
Cutting a Path Through Clutter.by Claire Amber on Apr 1, 2010 It’s time for spring cleaning and clutter clearing! The birds are singing, the bees are buzzing…Take advantage of that fresh spring energy and use it to lighten up! Cut some clutter out of your life and you’ll feel the benefits, I guarantee it! This is the best time to set the tone for the next [...] 535 views |
Going out with a BANG! My Super-Dynamic Comprehensive Review of Natural Products Expo West, 2010.by Claire Amber on Mar 16, 2010 Wow! What a show! This past weekend, I attended the 30th annual Natural Products Expo West, in Anaheim, California, and I’m still recovering. For me, it was a sensual experience, with so much to see, many foods to taste, scents to smell, things to touch. I couldn’t claim to be a Natural Products Expo West Virgin, like ele’s founder, [...] 537 views |
 Saturday Eve, Post “After Party” at Natural Products Expo West, 2010…by Claire Amber on Mar 14, 2010 Today, I decided to scope out the display cases for things of interest. I wrote down some booth numbers in my little book and headed in to the show. I had to pace myself very carefully. My energy, admittedly, was not great today. I guess that’s what I got for pushing things to the limit, timewise, last night. Guess [...] 138 views |
 Natural Products Expo West, 2010…Saturday Before Goin’ In…by Claire Amber on Mar 13, 2010 Alright…the bus got me here in under two hours. I got myself to the press room, needing some time to pull my act together before going in. Had a late night writing and such. Needed to perk up and put my game face on. While in the press room, had a great chat with Kelly Gallagher, a local producer whom I’ve [...] 192 views |
Adventures at Natural Products Expo West, 2010…Fridayby Claire Amber on Mar 13, 2010 For important background info, make sure to read my earlier post entitled “Expo West…Ready or Not, Here I Come!” Getting Acquainted Today, I got a sampling (actually and figuratively) at Natural Products Expo West. It was my second time attending and I was so glad to go in with experience this time around! My game plan was [...] 383 views |
Expo West…Ready or Not, Here I Come!by Claire Amber on Mar 12, 2010 It’s Friday, March 12th and I’m setting off for Natural Products Expo West 2010 with a spirit of adventure and anticipation. This is the second time I’ll be attending for Elephant Journal, and I’m glad to have that experience behind me. It was my very first time reporting at a large event. I think I [...] 156 views |
 Questions of Identity: Who Am I and What Do I Stand For?by Claire Amber on Feb 28, 2010 Lately, I’ve been feeling the need for a shift in my image. I’ve been writing more and more about green business, green living, all things green. I even have an article up on Huffington Post, to that effect. I’ve made strides in my own personal life. I’ve worked behind the scenes for green companies and [...] 407 views |
 Event Report: 8th Annual Conscious Life Expo.by Claire Amber on Feb 20, 2010 I attended the 8th Annual Conscious Life Expo over the weekend, from February 12-14th. Comprised of people from all walks of life, it was a motley mix of new thought/ancient wisdom folks, green business people, and more. The Conscious Life Expo was a place where, as “the feng shui fairy“, I felt distinctly comfortable. I didn’t have [...] 243 views |
 Special Event: Green Business Panel at the 8th Annual Conscious Life Expo: “Creating a Thriving Green Economy for Greater LA”by Claire Amber on Feb 16, 2010 Green Business Panel Before Discussion Los Angeles: A Place of Community, Integrity, Innovation and Quality The Greater Los Angeles area has much to offer in terms of green businesses, innovative thought and networking events geared towards raising consciousness and promoting sustainability. On Friday, February 12th, I had the privilege of attending a green business [...] 59 views |
 Cheers to a Helluva Year! Thank you, 2009!by Claire Amber on Dec 28, 2009 2009 has been a magnificent year for me in many ways. I got a chance to explore Los Angeles and make some great friends and connections there. I enjoyed spending time with Cheryl, my gaming buddy from SF Games, who now lives in L.A. I got some green business cards made, thanks to Green Earth [...] 103 views |
 Letting Go is an Act of Faith.by Claire Amber on Jun 9, 2009 I am planning to sell most of my things and that’s bringing up a lot of emotions for me. I never thought I’d leave San Francisco. I dreamt of being here for a solid five years before making that giant leap of faith. There might still be opportunities for me here. In fact, I’m sure [...] 510 views |
 Poem: Reflections of Love and Friendship.by Claire Amber on Jun 6, 2009 Thank you for being there when I needed help to see me through …for all the time you gave to me when I was feeling sad and blue You gave me perspective and hope, a ray of sunshine to light my way A feeling that I’m guided by love, support and wisdom every day I [...] 700 views |
 Scared silly or know someone who is? Check out these empowering books and feng shui tips.by Claire Amber on Jun 3, 2009 According to Lucinda Bassett, in her book called From Panic to Power, most people who suffer from depression, anxiety and other such disorders are highly intelligent and creative. The thing is that they have learned to use that creativity against themselves by imagining worst possible scenarios, as one example. When I first read that, in [...] 348 views |
 Laughing in the Face of Resistance.by Claire Amber on May 25, 2009 Life has taken some interesting turns lately. I didn’t anticipate living with my mom again. I didn’t think I’d end up taking a minimum wage job, either! The last time I made $8 an hour was in 1996 when I worked as a teller in a bank! I think it was $8.50, actually. Back then, [...] 180 views |
 The Wisdom of Playing “The Fool”.by Claire Amber on May 17, 2009 I often find myself standing at the edge of a metaphorical cliff. Behind me is my current circumstances, whatever that entails. It is the known. There is a comfort in knowing what to expect…payoffs for staying in painful circumstances. In front of me is the unknown. It is not “comfortable” because there’s a steep drop [...] 222 views |
 Standing in the light.by Claire Amber on May 16, 2009 In the light of the sun is where I belong, I know this to be true. But sometimes the draw of the dark is so strong, I don’t know what to do. I find myself crawling inside to a place that feels safe, I’m unable to resist. I settle in, surrounded by thoughts that chafe…the [...] 300 views |
 Six Benefits of Getting Organized with Feng Shui.by Claire Amber on May 16, 2009 Picture this…from the moment you open your eyes in the morning, you feel peace. You have a morning routine and you breeze through your house like a soft wind, getting dressed, making breakfast, caring for your children, pets and yourself, staying present and feeling a sense of positive expectation. There’s a sense of flow in [...] 746 views |
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