LUXOUR LIFESTYLE APRIL 2019
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Nature What inspires you?
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BE INSPIRED Have you ever visited a beach or went for a walk in the forest or jungle? What about experience the beauty of a waterfall or pond? Been on a boat and saw the dolphins?
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out on my boat, the dolphins follow me for miles. I feel a bond This edition of Luxour Lifestyle is dedicated to discovering pleasure, comfort, and joy in and around your home with nature. You can experience the beauty of nature in your own backyard, a local park, or on your next adventure!
This magazine is compiled of content that I like to share with my readers. Every person, company, image etc is selected to inspire you to discover pleasure, comfort and joy in and around your home!
These are some of the most beautiful
When you are ready to discover your
moments in my life. It’s a dream of
next home let’s connect. I would
mine to someday have a waterfall in
enjoy to hear what brings you
my backyard to bathe in. When I’m
pleasure, comfort and joy!
Jessica Peterson
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JESSICA PETERSON EXECUTIVE EDITOR
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ALESHA RIVERA CREATIVE DIRECTOR
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HOME | LIFE | TRAVEL
Cover | Nature At Home Featured Property
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Home The Future of Luxury Design
Personal Story Of A Reserve Inspiration for your garden
Travel Tips What to pack
Mindfulness In Nature
Boating Profile of a Safe Boater
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EXPECTATIONS 02 Editor's Note 12 Bespoke 11 Featured Property 46 Simple Ways To Incorporate Exercise in Your life
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I believe nature is here to inspire us to live, dream and create, and to remind us who we really are – creators. I see nature as our inspiration for everyday living. And, for that we must be grateful.
After a divorce and a challenging relationship, I spent a lot of solo time in nature rebuilding myself. The beach was my go-to spot, and I could often be found reading in a hammock hung between two elegant driftwood trees or just looking out over the beautiful aqua gulf waters. Being there gave me comfort, security
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and inspiration to live life more fully than I ever had before.
There was something magical about this beach, with its beautiful, white, fine sand and abundance of weathered driftwood. It faced west and was both hidden and easily visible at the same time. Above all, it exuded a powerful energy that attracted visitors – couples, families, little girls skipping like sea fairies, fishermen, teens, models and lovers - from all around the world. I noticed that people were drawn to touch and feel the energy of the trees, and one in particular, which I affectionately dubbed The Beauty Tree.
What, I wondered, was it about these trees that drew people in and energized them?
I began to look at the fine details to
Price’s book, The Abundance Book, a
see what stories the tree had to tell
key concept of which is the lavish
and saw grains, color, markings and
abundance of creation. In order to
limb breakage that were not perfect
understand this concept more fully
and, at the same time, were beyond
we talked about how many blades of
perfection. I watched how the sand
grass there are, and how grass so
changed over time to expose or hide
easily grows and replenishes. Infinite
different parts of the tree. The awe
abundance. I radiate infinite
of this tree gave me the inspiration
abundance at all times is a quote to
and reminder that we all need to
repeat during the ten-step process
connect with nature. In Gratitude. It
to internalize and integrate this and
leads to synchronicities in life that
other concepts. Most of all the book
help you remember who you are, and
teaches us that a true understanding
in my belief, that is why we are here.
of abundance is founded upon
Nature’s beauty reminds us to
gratitude, for it is gratitude for what
connect with our physical world,
we already have that keeps the flow
connect with each other (because
of abundance and health for our
we are one) and be our very best
Earth.
grounded selves.
Mother nature is Feminine with her abundant beauty. We are one and we all are beautiful in our own unique way. Be inspired by nature. Be inspired by Nature’s Beauty.
We are one and we all are beautiful in our own unique way.
of possibilities. From sights to see,
We need to be grateful for all of
experiences to encounter and more.
nature’s beauty. Each and every day,
Possibilities is such a deep insightful
at every moment. We are the same
word, and I love everything about it -
energy as nature. We are one.
how it rolls off your tongue, how its
Therefore, we also need to be
syllables bounce off each other, and
grateful for our individual beauty.
even how it looks on paper. But what
Self-love stems from within. It gives
I most love is its meaning. Possibility
us the power to create, dream, and
is derived from the Latin word,
be inspired. We know we are
possibilit
powerful creators, just as nature is.
ās,
meaning able to be
done.
We know well the power of nature – we see it in the form of waves,
If we are here to remember who we
tsunamis, hurricanes, tornadoes, as
are, part of that must be to support
well as its power to grow, sustain,
others to do the same - to dream,
and provide. We also know the heart-
inspire and create.
warming power of flowers,
Nature’s beauty also teaches us of
dragonflies, dolphins, whales and
abundance at its purest level. I took
ladybugs. It is all part of nature’s
a class based on John Randolph
infinite beauty.
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Nature also contains an abundance
Everything in nature is made up of
genes on or off – gene expression.
patterns, structures, and designs,
The fascinating field of Epigenetics.
from the smallest atom to the infinite
(to be continued next issue)
universe. Experts call these patterns sacred geometry; take the time to
Nature’s Beauty Inspires Coming soon
look and you will see them as well.
to Amazon.
These are nature’s beloved artwork and the structure for everything. They are a reminder to us to celebrate, and be grateful for, everything in our lives, from the largest blessing to the smallest, seemingly mundane, everyday miracle.
The colors from nature evoke our mood and enhance our senses and feelings. Everything has energy and that includes colors. Color energy
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creates light. The seven core colors
Leann Spofford is an experienced
that stem from nature, exist in
Marketing Advisor, Author, Nature
nature, and inspire all the beauty
and Epigenetics Enthusiast. She
around us. ROYGBIV. These colors all
created Nature’s Beauty Project to
make us feel something. We feel first
raise the conscious awareness of our
and manifest second. Color affects
planet and the inspiration from
our moods and make us each feel
nature's beauty. Leann is currently
something internally. You might think
writing Nature's Beauty Inspires.
of it as color therapy. We pull all
Leann is committed to building
these colors from nature then into
businesses who advance healthy
our everyday being. Clothes, décor,
oceans, nurture nature, human
our homes, cars, etc. It’s to surround
potential and human kindness. Her
us with the energy we most desire.
epigenetics coaching practice will
All stemming from nature’s beauty.
incorporate aspects of aging
Leann has openings for clients in
heals us. People have long been
Epigenetics effective May 1, 2019.
interested in the healing power of
Connect with her for more
nature. Studies show that “living
inspiration.
close to nature and spending time outside has significant and wide-
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ranging health benefits." We feel
Nature’s Beauty FaceBook:
healthier, less stressed and you can
https://www.facebook.com/Natures
even boost happiness by simply
BeautyProject/
observing nature around you or
LinkedIn:
ancient Japanese practices like
https://www.linkedin.com/in/leann-
forest bathing. But it goes deeper
spofford/
than that into our DNA. Nature’s
Website:
environment can alter your health by
https://www.creativecontentconnect
affecting the proteins that turn
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gracefully and healing with nature. Time in nature not only inspires us, it
NATURE WALK
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boundaries, the lines of communication are
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Jessica: Hey everyone, Jessica Peterson here over from the luxury team, brokered by EXP Realty where we say, “Come, discover pleasure, comfort and joy enter in and around your home.” Today, I am so honored to have a private showing here. Unfortunately, the main filming was not able to take place so I am going to use my phone; raw and real video footage here and going ahead and asking questions. Thank you so much Monique for being here. I know you are the Director of Marketing here over here at Hunter’s Point, so thank you for being here. I had a great time chatting with you off video a little bit too so I am really really impressed with you and what everyone at Hunters Point has actually done. I have to say even my teenage daughter is here today who is on her way to a beach party. She said, “I never want to move. I love our community. We live right by the water as well. I love school. I would actually move because I am so much in love with this home so I can’t wait to go ahead and show it with people.” That’s really impressive. Monique: Nice, that’s great! Jessica: So anyhow, I know that you guys don’t really call this tiny houses, and I agree. It’s not really tiny houses. I look at it as luxury, simple, small houses, simple living. I know you guys are bringing luxury to a whole new concept. Can you expand on that a little bit more? Monique: Right, so mainly what we have done with this concept for a home is we have reduced the footprint of the house which automatically also reduced the carbon footprint of the house, because our core value of these houses are that energy efficiency and sustainability should be accessible to everybody not just on a very high price market. We want it to be on a luxury level still accessible for everybody.
So this smaller house which has 600 sq. ft. floor plan under air still comes with all the bells and whistles and has like a complete Google Nest smart system with every single Google Nest product that you can find on the market right now. It is an energy smart home, thanks to the Sonnen battery and storage system and power system. It’s really reducing the size of the house to make it more sustainable to create a more thoughtful way of living to reduce the carbon footprint and to generate our own energy without compromising anywhere when it comes to luxury. Jessica: Is this the first community that is, not really off the grid, but completely independent?
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Band Radio with location service. $$$ Personal Locator Beacon (attach to life jacket)
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Boater Education Sources. Boating Safety Courses are offered nationwide by the US Coast Guard Auxiliary and America’s Boating Club. For classes near you, you will find these links useful: US Coast Guard Auxiliary:
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stormy weather and at night)
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$$ Strobe (attach to life jacket)
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$$ Oar or paddle
s_finder/index.php
$$ Dry Bag containing power bars, space
America’s Boating Club
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a-course-near-you
$$ Paper Chart of your area
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WHAT IS LUXURY ? If you research the definition of luxury there are many different definitions and thoughts regarding this term. If you look up the definition it is the state
dollar amount depending on location. In
of great comfort and extravagant living.
some real estate markets it may be a home three hundred thousand where another location some may define it as a
Jessica asked on social media what
million dollar home. When Jessica hears
people felt luxury was. The most common
this she asks someone the following:
response is what one desires verses a dollar amount. “What do you think my billionaire client
Jessica who leads the Luxour Team
Luxury is based on a person’s thoughts
brokered by eXp Realty believes luxury is
and feelings. A thought and feeling is
all about what brings you pleasure,
nothing more than electrical energy.
comfort and joy. That is why the tagline is “Discover pleasure, comfort, and joy in
Jessica spoke with a client who mentioned
and around a home.” Jessica enjoys to
their home upwards of a value at five
take someone into the journey of
million did not find it to be luxury. Their
discovering their ideal home unlike any
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did. Luxury homes may have a different
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had a great conversation with Jessica what luxury is. Ed defines it as follows:
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and is now a well known psychotherapist,
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Ed Rupert, a retired successful real estate
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views at luxury? Is it the million dollar
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"Be strong enough to stand alone, smart enough to know when you need help, and brave enough to ask for it."
911 For 911 is a non profit started by Ed and Joanne Rupert. Ed is a former cop, sheriff, fire chief. Joanne has 30+ years of experience in emergency response working as a
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professional and volunteer for ambulance, fire, and law enforcement. They were sickened to see the rate of depression and suicide increase from ones who take care of us in our own communities.
First responders experience extraordinary stress within their profession due to exposure to traumatic events, which takes a toll on their physical and mental health and often leads to PTSD. A 2017 survey revealed that 85% of first responders experienced symptoms related to mental health issues, and 34% had received a formal mental health disorder diagnosis. They are often perceived as invincible public servants rather than human beings with complex emotional and family needs. They meet us on our worst days with expertise and bravery; but our culture expects them to be unaffected by the trauma they deal with on a daily basis.
According to the Colorado Department of Vital Statistics,
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from 2004-2014, 196 first responders across the state took their own lives. A first responder is more likely to die by suicide than to die in the line of duty. A 2015 article in the Journal of the Emergency Medical Services revealed that 6.6% of first responders had attempted suicide—more than 10 times the rate in the general population.
911 For 911 exists to address—and ultimately prevent—this systemic crisis. They believe that confidentiality, extreme discretion, and cultural competency are critical to the work we do and our successful outcomes.
911 For 911 is expecting the need to grow significantly over the next three years, and data indicates clinicians and peer support members are on track to serve 10,000 first responders per year by 2020.
911 for 911 seeks: Community awareness, involvement and support for the first responders who face an increasingly difficult set of response circumstances and resulting emotional traumas. Funding to develop and sustain 911 For 911 programs and operations which serve the first responder community.
For more information please visit 911for911.org
JESSICA WAS A SPEAKER AT SAFE DAY IN SARASOTA. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT, POLICE OFFICERS, FISH AND WILDLIFE, AND HIGHWAY PATROL RECEIVED AWARDS TO RECOGNIZE THEIR EFFORTS IN KEEPING OUR COMMUNITY SAFE AND PARTICIPATING IN SAFE DAY. Â AWARDS WERE PRESENTED BY BOB HARRIGAN. THANK YOU FOR ALL YOU DO TO KEEP US SAFE!
SIMPLE WAYS TO INCORPORATE EXERCISE IN YOUR LIFE
When visitors come to town, I like to put my tourist hat on and see some local sights. It’s an easy way of clocking your 10,000 steps for the day as you meander through unexplored museums, galleries and parks. Experience something new for a change of pace like hiking, kayaking or other outdoor sports.
I sat in the parking lot, terrified. My palms were sweaty, my heart was racing, my brain was going crazy. After ten minutes, I finally mustered up my 20 seconds of courage. It took a lot of courage to attend my first Zumba class. An hour later, I left a sweaty mess…a sweaty mess with a giant smile on my face.
Using a Standing Desk – Some report their posture improves, stronger legs are forming, and their productivity increases by utilizing a standing desk. You could even feel an improvement in your back pain! Some people take the standing desk concept one step further and have
Let’s talk about exercise that’s so fun you forgot you are working out. We all know exercise in our daily lives. It is
adapted their Treadmills into workstations, so that they can slowly walk while still engaging with their laptops.
Here are a few favorite ways to exercise that don’t feel like exercise:
Play Tourist -- You can play tourist in your own community or near you. Make it a point to walk around to museums or new places. This will you challenge you physically. Some even report sleeping better.
Content provided by Margie Abernethy, Founder of HappyHealthyOver50.com
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healthy for our physical body and mind.
Sarasota Create the Perfect Day; A Year of Experiences is founded by Jessica Peterson. Jessica is a certified Business Coach at Simply WOW Agency, Life Coach and Real Estate Agent with Luxour Team brokered by eXp Realty. She has published Luxour Lifestyle magazine and six books including Create the Perfect Day.
Do you enjoy living life to the full and connect with others in your community?
Come join Jessica to experience events in and around Sarasota. She invites other joyful givers to do the same. Some events include touring real estate, book club, stretch on the beach, mindfulness events, productivity trainings, tour nature, and more! These are events Jessica is attending and welcomes other joyful contributors to join her. You ready?
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