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Shapeshifting Passion into Action
April 22, 2016 - April 26, 2016
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April 2016: Mexico Eco-Retreat
Use Your Powers for Good: Shapeshifting Passion into Action
Shamanism, Indigenous Wisdom and Yoga with John Perkins and Samantha Thomas
April 22 – April 26, 2016
Playa Viva Eco-Resort
Zihuatanejo area, Guerrero, Mexico
Have a rejuvenating 4-day educational vacation at the magical off grid eco-resort, Playa Viva, on the Pacific Coast of Mexico. John and Samantha will guide you on a special journey of transforming yourself and the world around you with consciousness-shifting techniques.
John will share his knowledge from decades of working with global leaders in multinational corporations and governments, and indigenous shamans he studied with all over the world since 1968. Samantha will lead you in gentle yoga practices and guide you in practical plans for going back to your community and re-creating what you experience in this workshop.
During this workshop you will:
- Participate in traditional indigenous fire ceremonies.
- Elevate your consciousness with shamanic shapeshifting and meditation.
- Hear fascinating stories and engage in informative discussions.
- Unify your mind, body and spirit with daily yoga.
- Discover how to turn your passion into positive action.
- Enjoy fresh, local, organic meals.
During your spare time, experience life Playa Viva style (additional charge applies for some activities):
- Receive a massage or other bodywork.
- Explore miles of pristine beach and ocean.
- Go hiking, kayaking, canoeing and horseback riding along the beach.
- Go deep-sea fishing, scuba diving, snorkeling and surfing.
- See the turtle sanctuary and take part in the release of baby sea turtles to their ocean home.
How to Book
Limited space available. Retreat reservations include all meals, taxes, and ground transportation between Zihuatanejo-Ixtapa International airport (ZIH) and Playa Viva.
Double occupancy: $1700
Single occupancy: $2184 (only 2 spots left)
Reserve through Playa Viva, by emailing reservations@playaviva.com or calling 1-800-397-6093. When reserving through Playa Viva, a 20% deposit will be due at the time of reservation, and the remaining balance due March 22, 2016.
Bios of teachers
David M. Howitt, founder and CEO of Meriwether Group and author of Heed Your Call is an inspiring thought leader and accomplished entrepreneur with over twenty years of experience providing financial, strategic, and brand counsel to early stage, and Fortune 100 companies. He has the unique ability to integrate vision and growth strategies with mission and purpose, and has provided guidance to Oregon Chai, Stumptown Coffee, Pendleton, adidas, Voodoo Doughnut, Salomon, yogitoes, Klim, Bloch, Dave’s Killer Bread, ABC Carpet & Home, Living Harvest, and many others. David has achieved success by following the principles outlined in his book; he affirms that by embracing the Power of And, where we unite artistry And analytics, and integrate intuition with intellect, that we positively affect the way we live and the world around us. For more information please visit www.HeedYourCall.com
John Perkins was Chief Economist at a major international consulting firm. He advised the World Bank, United Nations, IMF, U.S. Treasury Department, Fortune 500 corporations, and countries in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East. He worked directly with heads of state and CEOs of major companies. His books on economics and geo-politics have sold more than 1 million copies, spent many months on the New York Times and other bestseller lists, and are published in over 30 languages.
Samantha Thomas began working for DreamChange in August 2012. Previously she worked in the Green Fashion Industry in New York City as an event facilitator and model. Samantha has worked in several fields in the realm of sustainable business including natural health and healing, event planning, and communications. She holds a Bachelors of Science in Sustainable Living and Business, and is a Global Shaper of the World Economic Forum. Samantha is also a certified Yoga Instructor (RYT-200), holds a Permaculture Design Certification, and has received training in Business Leadership from The Institute for the Advancement of Human Behavior.
