Calendar | Masthead | Contact Us | Log In | Sitemap Today is May 23rd, 2010 Splash Magazines Worldwide Now Available: Los Angeles New York Chicago Paris London Boston Atlanta Miami Dallas San Diego Denver Detroit Las Vegas Toronto Tokyo Barcelona Bangkok Amsterdam Hawaii San Francisco Washington D.C. Search Advanced Search Sponsored Dead sea beauty products Private label skin care Complete online fundraising plan Beauty direct sales network marketing Wholesale beauty products Online commerce Health & Beauty : Los Angeles Reviews Email this Article Printer Friendly Page Green Bliss Eco Spa - Renewing Your Life Blissfully Green By Patti Martin Randi Ragan the owner and founder of Green Bliss Eco-Spa began her Eco-Retreat with a wonderfully peaceful invite. Her purpose for the retreat was to allow one to step away from the challenges of life and ‘sigh’ for a few hours: “The day is a journey with yourself in a way you don’t normally get to be.” Essentially, retreating is, “to move away from my real life.” Organic Breakfast Throughout the day, guests were treated to various spa treatments provided by Green Bliss Eco-Spa technicians. Green Bliss Eco-Spa is a “green living” spa that provides full service, on location, holistic and wellness treatments. Randi’s vision was clearly stated, in the opening moments of the retreat and the day offered that and more. Encircled by a multifarious of greenery and trees, the Oaks Building in the Calamigos Ranch offered an opportunity for inner reflection in a secluded and serene environment. Engaging in the natural surroundings allowed time to appreciate the “Green Bliss” philosophy. Native teachings are at the forefront of this philosophy where you are reminded that we each have a spiritual path. Randi reminds us that “using nature and finding your connection with everything – rocks, water, birds, trees, etc.”, encapsulates some of the Native American culture and teachings. Fresh Faces Home Entertainment & Culture Food & Beverage Tech Talk Home & Garden Health & Beauty Style & Fashion Travel & Leisure Life's Journey New To L.A. Vehicles Event Calendar Click Day to View Event Details May 2010 Su Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 << 212 events >> Green Bliss Eco Spa - Renewing Your Life Blissfully Green http://www.lasplash.com/publish/Los_Angeles_Reviews_142/Green_Bli... 1 of 4 5/23/2010 11:43 PM
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Green Bliss Eco Spa - Renewing Your Life Blissfully GreenBy Patti Martin
Randi Ragan the owner and founder of Green Bliss Eco-Spa began herEco-Retreat with a wonderfully peaceful invite. Her purpose for the retreat was toallow one to step away from the challenges of life and ‘sigh’ for a few hours: “Theday is a journey with yourself in a way you don’t normally get to be.” Essentially,retreating is, “to move away from my real life.”
Organic Breakfast
Throughout the day, guests were treated to various spa treatments provided byGreen Bliss Eco-Spa technicians. Green Bliss Eco-Spa is a “green living” spathat provides full service, on location, holistic and wellness treatments. Randi’s vision was clearly stated, in the opening moments of the retreat and theday offered that and more. Encircled by a multifarious of greenery and trees, theOaks Building in the Calamigos Ranch offered an opportunity for inner reflectionin a secluded and serene environment. Engaging in the natural surroundingsallowed time to appreciate the “Green Bliss” philosophy. Native teachings are atthe forefront of this philosophy where you are reminded that we each have aspiritual path. Randi reminds us that “using nature and finding your connection witheverything – rocks, water, birds, trees, etc.”, encapsulates some of the NativeAmerican culture and teachings.
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Randi Ragan burning sage for the opening prayer
Randi, using sage to create a sacred space performed a Native American ceremonyto begin our day. The four-direction prayer created a sacred space to manifest. Sage is an important herb to the Native Americans as it purifies and cleanses thespace.
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Renewing your life at the Green Bliss Retreat correlated workshops withmanifesting a positive 2010. These included the following: Beyond Resolutionswith Deborah Tull, Principals of a Harmonious & Energetic Home with KimColwell, and Finding Creative Spark Through Song with Maggie Wheeler.Ayurvedic Chef, Cristina Urioste, prepared a delightful organic breakfast, lunch,and healthy snacks. All of the dishes offered balance and were good for thedigestive system.
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Randi Ragan opening chakras for guests
Platinum sponsor Ashley Koff, RD, had valuable information regarding food, dietand overall healthy eating. The products provided in gift bags were all “AKA” –Ashley Koff approved. In addition, Ashley provided an amazing recipe bookentitled Recipes for IBS – Irritable Bowel Syndrome. This unique recipe bookprovides great tasting meals to ease your IBS symptoms.
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Yoga Works offered beginning and intermediate classes taught by Sara Ivanhoe. In addition, Yoga Balm provided a product for yoga users that heals organicallythrough warmth. Representative Rachel Strong explained that it was good for jointinflammation and as the pores open with warmth your body can absorb the oil andheal your ailing body.
One of the highlights of this Green Bliss Retreat was the Flower Readings byAlexis Smart. During this reading, Alexis will ask you questions regarding your
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personality and character. Any roadblocks or obstacles you may be having in yourlife currently are integral to the reading as well. Once you have established youroverall traits, Alexis will design a Flower Remedy suitable for you and your needs. Adetailed description of the flowers and its functions will be readily explained to you. Of course, the remedies are organic, natural, and safe. Finally, the Oak Lodge was scented with candles by Jimmy Belasco. Thesecandles are all soy. There are no fillers, no parafins, and no petroluem. “Thecandle can be completely recycled from the label to the wicks,” according toRepresentative Erick Huff. The candles enhanced the feeling and atmosphere ofthe whole retreat from the main meeting circle area, to the outdoor dining, and ofcourse the upstairs spa area. Calamigos Ranch/Malibu Conference Center is located only six miles fromPacific Coast Highway or the 101 Freeway at the Kanan Dume Road exit, nearMulholland Highway in Malibu. For reservations please call 800-821-2097.
For more information on GreenBliss EcoSpa, visit: www.greenblissecospa.com
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