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I am

Thursday, January 5th, 2012

What’s wrong with the world? What can we do about it? You might not expect these questions to haunt the mind of the director of “Ace Ventura: Pet Detective” and “The Nutty Professor.” But in the painful aftermath of a cycling accident, Tom Shadyac started to think differently about his life and success. And he started asking questions.

He traveled around, enlisting the aid of what he calls “significant minds” — journalists, scientists, spiritual leaders like Desmond Tutu, scholars like Noam Chomsky — to understand life’s essential questions. “I Am” is his documentary about his quest.

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Lavender: enrich your body and mind

Tuesday, January 3rd, 2012

Lavender has a surprising number of applications. Most of us think of lavender used as a scent, but it is also edible and good for you. It is considered a member of the mint family and has long been used to treat digestive problems, insomnia, anxiety, and restlessness. Up until World War I, lavender was also used for the treatment and disinfecting of wounds. Hospitals used lavender as an antiseptic and disinfectant. English farmers used to put stems of lavender in their hats to prevent headaches and sunstroke.

To learn more about the great benefits of lavender, click here.

And just your luck, at DEFINE we offer locally grown lavender products from Lavande. Lavande is an organic lavender farm in Bellville, TX.

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New Year Inspiration

Monday, January 2nd, 2012

“One’s destination is never a place but rather a new way of looking at things.”
- Henry Miller

“Write it on your heart that every day is the best day in the year.”
- Ralph Waldo Emerson

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Happy New Year!

Friday, December 30th, 2011

What Are You Doing New Years Eve?
by Zooey Deschanel and Joseph Gordon-Levitt

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5 ways to be healthier

Wednesday, December 28th, 2011

Have you started thinking about your New Year’s resolution yet? Here are a 5 ways to make 2012 healthier: http://www.organicsoul.com/5-ways-to-make-2012-healthy/

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Seconds of Beauty

Friday, December 2nd, 2011

The Beauty Of A Second from The Beauty Of A Second on Vimeo.

Seconds Of Beauty – 1st round compilation from The Beauty Of A Second on Vimeo.

Enter the 3rd round now: montblanc-onesecond.com (Deadline is the 13th of December.)

Your challenge as a video artist is to “seize the moment”. Everyone – professionals, amateurs, cell-phone camera enthusiasts — is invited to capture a one-second long moving picture. The subject can be anything you consider as beautiful: a smile, a child’s face, a flower, a piece of the world around you, as long as the video lasts only one second. Capture your second beauty now and get the chance to win a Montblanc Nicolas Rieussec Chronograph.

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The Color Run

Wednesday, November 30th, 2011

How fun does this look?

What is the Color Run?
The Color Run is a one of a kind experience that is less about speed and more about enjoying a color crazy day with your friends and family. The events, is all about people of all different speeds, ages, shapes, and sizes toeing the start line. Whether you are a casual morning mall walker or an Olympic athlete, the 3 miles of the Color Run course will be the most enjoyable real estate you’ve traveled in a VERY long time.

How does it work?
The Color Run pretty much has 2 SIMPLE rules. 1. White shirts (any mostly white T will work great) mandatory at the start line and 2. Color plastered EVERYTHING at the finish! Runner/walkers begin the 5k at the start line like a brand new pristine coloring book, they end looking like they fell into a Willy Wonka… tye died… vat of colored goodness.

What is the Color?
Each kilometer of the event is associated with a designated color. 1k is yellow, 2k is blue, 3k is green, 4k is pink, and the 5k finish is a “Color Extravaganza.” As the runners/walkers hit the KILOMETER COLOR ZONE, they will be blitzed by our volunteers, sponsors, and staff with COLOR. The color is a special “elf made” recipe of magical color dust. All products are 100% natural and safe. You can eat the stuff if you’d like (we have tried it and don’t suggest it, it is surprisingly high in calories and leaves a chalky aftertaste). See the diagram below for the “Color Zone” specifics:

And though there isn’t a color run scheduled in Houston this year, there is one coming up in Austin on February 4th and then Dallas on February 19th. For more locations and dates, click here.

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Maca’n me Super

Tuesday, November 29th, 2011

Maca (ma-kuh) a superfood!

The Power of Maca
Maca has long been used to increase stamina, boost libido, and combat fatigue for good reasons. The root is a superb adaptogen, as it enables the body to more easily adapt to and regulate stress factors imposed upon it. Studies have also identified four alkaloids present in maca, which are known to nourish the endocrine system (the system in the body which is responsible for the production and maintenance of hormones). Maca root is a highly nutrient-dense whole food, as it is packed with vitamins, plant sterols, many essential minerals, amino acids and healthy fats. This is a particularly powerful and balanced food for athletes and those who are looking to combat stress or increase stamina.

Energy Food
Maca is a very potent food, and just a little maca sprinkled into recipes turns any meal into a supermeal. With an earthy taste that is mildly nutty with a hint of butterscotch, maca is easily blended into superfood smoothies, various milks, chocolates, or mixed into flour for dessert recipes. Alternately, use maca straight by taking in a capsule form, and enjoy its benefits anytime and anywhere.

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Enjoy Art Everywhere

Tuesday, November 22nd, 2011

s[edition] is a revolutionary new way to collect art by the world’s leading contemporary artists in digital format. The site makes art collecting instant, affordable, social and enjoyable.

You can turn your screens into art and experience a whole new world of art and collecting.

Now you will be able to buy art by the world’s leading contemporary artists at a price you can afford. Once editions are sold out, you can sell your works to other collectors through the s[edition] marketplace launching soon.

As a collector, you receive regular information directly from the artist, get priority access to new editions and can connect to other collectors.

Here are interviews with the artists and some examples of their work. Enjoy!