Musings on Being Authentic

"The best beauty treatment in the world is a genuine smile"
Shellsea

How often do we get so concerned with what other people think about us?

To truly be happy we need to take off the bright and shiney masks that we wear and be true to ourselves.

Your 'True Self' is far greater and beatiful than you can imagine.

Some people fear that their 'True Self' will be weaker, smaller and less impressive than the mask they show the world; but there is a natural elegance and humility that is exuded by authentic people, and it's actually very 'attractive' in this modern world of fake images and constructed personalities.

By speaking and acting from your heart, rather than just saying and doing what others want, you will re-connect with your passion for life. This passion can't be manufactured and it will naturally arise when you start living from your own internal compass.

Now a bit of advice... when you choose to be authentic and to follow the guidance of your own Truth, other people around you may show resistance...but whose life is it anyway? You deserve to live yours to the fullest!

It's time to show the world your authentic self.





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Over 4,000 females participate in Rip Curl Girls Go Surfing Day over the weekend

Surf Goddess Retreats partnered with Rip Curl School of Surf to develop the first women only Surf Program in Bali and is has been a match made in heaven.

We just had our Girls Go Surfing Day here in Bali a couple of months ago and now it was time for the Aussie Girls to jon the fun...and boy did they ever!

Although final numbers are still being confirmed, the 2010 Rip Curl Girls Go Surfing Day is estimated to have attracted over 4,000 females over the weekend. Under the guidance of qualified Surfing Australia instructors, participants either got their first taste at surfing or gained a few tips to improve their current level.



2010 is the 21st consecutive year the program has run, making it the longest running and largest participation based all girls surfing program in the world.


“We had an excellent weekend with a big turnout at all locations. It’s fantastic to see so many girls participating in the sport and there’s no better way to get you started for surfing this summer,” said Marine Cole.


By the end of the weekend, most girls had stood up for the first time on a surfboard and more importantly all were smiling. After each session the participants receive their official Girls Go Surfing Day ‘goodie bag’ with a limited edition singlet and other assorted gear.





The Rip Curl Girls Go Surfing Day is proudly presented by Virgin Blue with partners Surfing Australia, DOLLY magazine, WIN TV and The Butterfly Foundation.