BALANCED LIVING: AUGUST – SEPTEMBER 2012

Warm greetings from Spa Village Resort Tembok, Bali!!

A NOTE FROM WATI SHARRON HOPLEY, RESIDENT MANAGER

Over the next couple of months we will be introducing our guests to the 'present moment', connecting the guests to their life-force and intuition. After experiencing it for myself and watching my team attend a weekly Synthesis workshop, I was amazed to see the effect it had on them, and it totally inspired me to offer the same to our guests. We’ve named it ‘The Secret to Health and Well-being’ workshop, incorporating a fabulous meditative practice and amazing energy tools.!

In addition to that we launched another workshop called 'Self Care', hosted by our very own Spa Manager Yuyun, who will take your skin care regime to a whole new level using luxurious skincare products. Curious? Well, you will just have to visit us to experience it for yourself!!

August brings us two lovely ladies; Lindsey Dayavati and Gayle Bryden who will be holding engaging workshops, enlightening talks and one-on-one coaching sessions. Gayle Bryden will offer the sacred Lomi-Lomi massage incorporating her very own ‘Just-Be’ products.!

September brings us Rachel Bright, an eternal optimist who oozes so much positivity that we simply can't avoid feeling positive too. As a writer and illustrator of children’s books, her playful imagination will bring out your inner child through her art classes and creative nature printing workshops.!

And finally, end of October brings our 4th Oracle Retreat – a life changing experience. Through workshops, coaching sessions, talks and numerous activities led by well-known artists and practitioners from around the world, guests can find happiness through achieving balance of the body, mind and soul.!

With lots happening at Spa Village Resort Tembok, Bali, we hope you'll visit soon and join the excitement!!

Healthy blessings,!

Wati Sharron Hopley and the team!

UPCOMING HIGHLIGHTS WITH US

At Spa Village Resort Tembok, Bali we strive to make a positive impact in the lives of our guests;

encouraging a healthy lifestyle and inspiring them to live life free of external stresses and negativity.

Having said goodbye to Theme Rains and Shivany Gonnel from 'Synthesis – The Heart of Organics'

in July, we're ready to welcome three new visiting artists as part of the Visiting Artist / Practitioner

Programme 2012.

In August and September, well-known artists and practitioners Lindsey Dayavati, Gayle Bryden and

Rachel Bright will join the team at Spa Village Resort Tembok, Bali. These experienced and

internationally renowned industry experts will aspire to bring balance, inner peace and happiness to

the lives of our guests. Continue reading to learn more about Lindsey Dayavati, Gayle Bryden and

Rachel Bright.

GUEST ARTIST PROGRAMME

Beginning mid-2011, our guest artist programme has grown, featuring internationally

renowned therapists, yoga masters, naturopaths, nutritionists and even life coaches, allowing

our guests the opportunity to consult them in the conducive ambience of our Spa Villages.

This programme changes month-on-month and encompasses Spa Village Resort Tembok,

Bali, Pangkor Laut Resort and Tanjong Jara Resort.

THE INDUSTRY EXPERTS

LINDSEY DAYAVATI, Creator Of 'Love The Skin You're In’

This coming August, Spa Village Resort Tembok, Bali will be visited by Lindsey Dayavati,

creator of 'Love the Skin You're In'. Lindsey inspires and empowers people all over the world

through talks, courses, coaching and interactive workshops. Her teachings draw on years of

professional and personal research, helping her students regain balance through mind, body

and soul approaches. Lindsey's playful and unique style of teaching inspires people to

rediscover passion and joy for life, helping them find inner happiness and feel reinvigorated.

A modern day monk, Lindsey has dedicated her life to increasing love within herself and

around the world. Throughout her stay at Spa Village Resort Tembok, Bali, Lindsey will offer

body balance workshops, coaching, meditation, talks on the mind body connection,

ascension and so much more. Visit http://lovetheskinyourein.co.uk

THE INDUSTRY EXPERTS

GAYLE BRYDEN, Mind-Body Coach Joining Lindsey in August is Gayle Bryden, an international

Mind-Body Coach. After training and working as a coach,

Gayle realised that whilst we can't control what happens to

us, we can choose how we react to it. There is more

involved than just the mind, and while studying holistic

massage, she was introduced to the concept of the mind-

body-spirit connection. She then went on to learn about the

ancient wisdom of Hawaiian-style bodywork and the power

of working with a shared intention; helping people achieve their desired outcome whether it

be balance, relaxation or to feel re-energised. Gayle will be offering Hawaiian-style Lomi

Lomi massage, famed for stress reduction and relaxation, and to help restore emotional

balance, Gayle will carry out Bach Flower consultations and Just Be Fresh facials with her

own range of 'Just Be' oils. Visit www.yourtruepotential.co.uk

RACHEL BRIGHT, Wordsmith, Illustrator And Eternal Optimist

In September, get ready for the arrival of Rachel Bright -

Wordsmith, Illustrator and Eternal Optimist. Rachel’s

passion in life is drawing pictures, creating stories and

sharing her happiness with the world. With a growing

portfolio of beautifully imagined artwork, children's stories,

and an award-winning global card and gift empire,

Rachel's creativity and enthusiasm for life knows no

bounds. Her quirky personality, creative talents and

unyielding imagination will captivate and inspire guests of

Spa Village Resort Tembok, Bali. Rachel will be holding

creative, fun and interactive art classes and printing

workshops, sure to bring out the inner child in you. Let the

smiling begin! Visit www.lookonthebrightside.co.uk

THE HEALTH BENEFITS OF JAMU

Jamu is a traditional health drink that is used in the homes of the Balinese and Javanese.

Dating back 5000 years, recipes of jamu have been handed down from generation to

generation. Consumed to cure ailments and for general wellness, jamu is also taken for inner

and outer beauty, mind-body balance, stamina and energy.

Comprised of a variety of herbs and plant-based

ingredients, the medical community has confirmed the

health benefits of jamu – packed with anti-oxidants, anti-

inflammatory, and anti-aging properties, jamu also fortifies

the immune system, preventing many illnesses and

quickening the healing process.

ANGELIC REIKI THERAPY

Embrace Angelic Reiki with our Resident Manager, Wati

Sharron Hopley. Angelic Reiki draws from the Angelic

Kingdom of Light to bring one of the highest forms of

healing to the body, the consciousness and the planet.

During the healing session, the facilitator and teacher

Sharron will use her hands to channel energy from the

universe into the body to encourage the body to heal itself.

The facilitator and guest will be bathed in bliss and unity of

unconditional love, achieving true happiness and

enlightenment. Reiki can help the individual feel

emotionally lighter, boost the immune system, relieve pain

and relax the nervous system.

AROMATHERAPY TIP #1: NOCTURNAL POTION

Aromatherapy doesn't just smell nice, but it is also a powerful tool for relaxation and stress

reduction. Certain essential oils are particularly effective to help one drift off and improve sleep

quality. Try this simple nocturnal potion shared by aromatherapist and visiting practitioner,

Dewi Hopley, to help you drift into the slumber you so need.

Visit www.dewihopley.com

Method and Ingredients: Add the following pure essential oils into a 5oz

bottle of water:

3 drops of chamomile

3 drops of lavender

3 drops of mandarine

Shake the bottle until the pure essential oils have mixed

and spray onto the bed linen. Sleep soundly.

HEALTHY PORTION SIZES

It is not only important to avoid unhealthy foods, but also to avoid over-eating. Portion

control is an important part of healthy eating, weight loss and preventing weight gain. The

Wantilan Restaurant at Spa Village Resort Tembok, Bali prepares healthy, organic dishes

daily, abundant with herbs and spices to ensure mouthwatering flavour, and served

according to the recommended portion size for an adult.

5 TIPS ON HOW TO INTRODUCE HEALTHY PORTION SIZES

Tip #1: Split A Serving

When dining in a restaurant, split your meal with a friend or ask the restaurant to wrap up

half of the meal to take home. Portions in restaurants are often much larger than one

portion, so this is a good opportunity to save money and reduce calories!

Tip #2: Learn Serving Sizes

By learning to identify serving sizes, you can better control your portions. A typical serving

size of meat should be about 3 ounces or the size of a deck of cards. A serving of grains

or raw vegetables is about the size of your fist. It is recommended that you weigh your

food initially to get familiar with the portion sizes for each food group.

Tip #3: Use A Small Plate

Eating from a large plate can give the perception that one standard portion is small,

leading you to feel like you're on a diet, making it more likely for you to binge. Using a

smaller plate can make the meal appear larger and more satisfying. Wait 20 minutes to let

the food settle before thinking about seconds!

Tip #4: Eat Several Small Meals

Keep your blood sugar levels even throughout the day by eating several small meals. You

can keep your energy up and consume less calories overall because you do not get

ravenous and over-eat. People who eat 5 or 6 small meals a day are much more likely to

maintain their portion controlled diet because they never become too hungry.

Tip #5: Portion Out Food

When you are craving a snack, make sure to divide up your portion into a separate

container before you start eating as its quite difficult to eat only one portion straight out of

the bag. Also, try snacks that come in 'treat size' portions as they generally have half the

calories of regular servings and should satisfy your craving.

HEALTHY SPA CUISINE RECIPE

Learn to prepare the popular Balinese dish “Pelalah de Sampi” - sautéed beef fillet with long

beans, tossed in chilli-tomato paste. This dish is the perfect starter to any meal, or can be

prepared as one of your several 'small meals' a day. Contains only 200 calories per serving. Ingredients and Method:

2 lettuce leaves!1 large tomato!

85g beef fillet, shredded!4 long beans!

1 fresh lemongrass stalk!A clove of garlic!

1 red chilli!1 shallot!

3 cherry tomatoes!½ tsp of extra virgin olive oil!

1. Add ½ teaspoon of extra virgin olive oil to a pan and put on medium heat.

2. Chop the garlic, red chilli, shallot, long beans and lemongrass and add to the pan.

3. Stir the ingredients and add the shredded beef fillet.

4. Stir-fry for two minutes and then add the cherry tomatoes.

5. Serve on a bed of lettuce and sliced tomato, garnish with sweet soy sauce, infused

with your favourite Asian spice or herb.

until we meet again…