The Channel, a Family Affair with Deepak’s Daughter Mallika and Son Gotham, is Aimed at Fulfilling their Mission of Helping People Change the World through Personal Transformation

 NEW YORK — (July 16, 2012) – Deepak Chopra and his children today will launch a revolutionary YouTube Channel designed to change lives as part of the YouTube’s original channel offering. Deepak, bestselling author, world-renowned pioneer in mind-body medicine, speaker and physician; Mallika, founder of Intent.com; and Gotham Chopra, journalist and entrepreneur, have joined forces to “transform the world from the inside out” through their dynamic new lifestyle channel on YouTube: The Chopra Well (www.youtube.com/TheChopraWell).

Launching today, The Chopra Well is a family affair, and draws on Deepak, Mallika and Gotham’s collective experiences, inter-generational wisdom and life journeys to help fulfill their mission to inspire 100 million people to change the world, one personal transformation at a time. Acting as the catalyst for internal growth, the channel will motivate subscribers to achieve personal, social, global and spiritual awareness.

Today at 1:30 p.m. EST Deepak, Mallika and Gotham will host a live global meditation designed to unite millions across the world in a first step toward change. As part of the event, Deepak will lead a guided meditation, inviting viewers from across the planet to join his family and special guests in an act of personal mindfulness and transformation.

 The event hosted by Google+ (+the Chopra Well) can be viewed on The Chopra Well on YouTube and will include a discussion with special guests: former Mexican President Vicente Fox; Brazilian lyricist and novelist Paulo Coelho; journalist and humanitarian Lisa Ling; actress and cancer spokeswoman Fran Drescher; Ashtanga yoga master Eddie Stern and social media expertEric Handler from Positively Positive; and commemorate The Chopra Center’s free 21 – Day Meditation Challenge. The new YouTube Channel – The Chopra Well – is the latest in a series of groundbreaking programs by Deepak Chopra and his family to bring new and unconventional insights regarding wellbeing, consciousness and justice into the mainstream.

Subscribers can now use the immediacy of social media and online videos to share, inform and create a new kind of robust world community.

“I believe that if 100 million people underwent personal transformation in the direction of peace, harmony, laughter, love, kindness, joy and equanimity the world would be fundamentally transformed,” said Dr. Chopra, author of 65 books and co-founder of the Chopra Center for Wellbeing. “ By subscribing to this channel and participating in our community by watching, responding to and interacting with the content, by sharing and uploading your own videos and making comments, we can find the critical mass that will transform this planet.”

Viewers who tune in to The Chopra Well will find it to be a central source for all things relevant to personal transformation, from the inspirational and innovative to the insightful and even irreverent. The Chopra Well content is deep and comprehensive, including an ever-expanding library of video interviews, cutting-edge discussions, thought-provoking shows and how-to tips along with exciting conversations with Rainn Wilson, Perez Hilton and other celebrities about their personal journeys.

The Chopra Well includes captivating programming like:

“Spiritual Solutions“– Stories, tools and tips to help you find creative solutions to life’s challenges.

“Chopra Centered” –Tips and knowledge from experts at the Chopra Center. Shot on location in Carlsbad, Calif.

“Who Are You?” — Interview show with host Deepak Chopra, featuring discussions with scientists, artists, experts, thought-leaders and social influencers (Perez Hilton and Vinnie G. are surprise guests).

“Holy Facts”– An irreverent and light-hearted look at strange, phenomenal and unbelievable stories in the world of religion and spirituality; think “Ripley’s Believe It or Not!” with a spiritual twist. Hosted by Gotham Chopra.  

“30 Days Of Intent“– Mallika extends her online venture Intent.com to an entertaining show featuring YouTube sensation Alphacat and star athlete Natalie Spilger. From healing with horses to a death & dying dinner, this spiritual makeover show will captivate audiences.

“Ask Deepak”– A fresh, daily collection of Deepak’s thoughts on the most current topics from a wellness perspective.

“The Meditator” – A new daily meditation show launching in July 2012. Ever wonder how to meditate? Need some help getting into the habit of meditation? Want to have some fun while you practice? You never know where we’ll be meditating next, so meditate along with us everyday!

Each family member is excited about the launch of this new venture and the potential it holds for helping a global audience achieve real-life change.

“My father is not only an inspiration to the world, but also to those of us who know him well. It’s been interesting, thrilling and also very fulfilling to work with my brother and father, as well as the incredible team involved in launching The Chopra Well,” said Mallika Chopra, also an author and founder of media company Intent.com.

“My sister and I have had the incredible good fortune to grow up around great minds who are always pushing the boundaries of innovation and imagination,” added Gotham. “Now – because of the technological tools we have at our disposal, YouTube most notably – we are able to help evolve this community of thinkers to a whole new stratosphere. We no longer need to evangelize change, we can do it, and be it, and share it with one another. And frankly speaking, I think there is an urgency to all of this – we need to rethink the world in which we want to live starting now.”

The Chopra Well Channel is produced in partnership with GENERATE STUDIOS, Alloy Digital’s in-house production division. The channel will be promoted through Alloy Digital-owned YouTube channels, which rank No. 1 in total YouTube subscribers, and through targeted websites across the Alloy Digital Network.

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I love the idea of making beautiful custom gift baskets for friends and family. Who wouldn’t want to receive something as pretty as this:

This one is called the Double Dipped Fruit Indulgence! YUM! I don’t know about you but I would love to get this one. I found it in the chocolate category. Gourmetgiftbaskets.com has over 30 categories to choose from! Over 10 suggested occasions and price ranges to make everyone smile.

As much as I would like to make something this nice on my own, I have a feeling that by the time I shopped around, went to different stores to get all I need and paid for the gas…I might as well just buy online and safe myself the trouble. If the gift baskets seem a bit pricey to you this would be a great gift to go in on with a few other people. Like a wedding gift or birthday gift! $10-$30 bucks each will get a NICE gift basket and save you the cost of going all out on your own!

So what do you think? Would you buy from a website like this or make your own?

I want to share with you the story of inspirational Chicago-area teen Ariel Small, narrated by Michael J. Fox will make its debut in May.  Different is the New Normal premieres on PBS stations from coast-to-coast (check local listings) and airs on WTTW May 21 at 10:00 p.m. – just in time for National Tourette Syndrome Awareness Month.  Celebrated American Idol Finalist James Durbin also joins Ariel in the film.

Ariel was born in suburban Chicago, the middle child in a close-knit family of four boys.  When he was 6, his concerned parents noticed that Ariel was exhibiting odd facial movements, which he couldn’t seem to control and he was diagnosed with Tourette Syndrome, a neurobiological disorder affecting an estimated 200,000 people in the U.S. alone.  One of the disabling aspects of Tourette’s is the tics that disrupt daily function, but Ariel found that another was the constant need to prove that he wasn’t faking his symptoms – especially to his teachers.  To help safeguard other children from the hardships he has faced since he was young, Ariel’s laudable mission is to speak out to demystify Tourette’s.

If you want to watch this amazing film, click here. It’s just shy of an hour long, but worth the watch. Set the laptop up in front of the couch, cozy up with your kids and learn how to help make change. It’s worth it!

Do you shop the bargain sites? There are many out there but one that I’ve subscribed to, that I get in my inbox daily, is nomorerack.com. A few months ago I ordered a beautiful black headband with a big flower on the top and down the side:

Isn’t it beautiful? It was 85% off! I don’t remember exactly but I’m pretty sure I paid under $10 for this awesome accessory! Whenever you purchase something you instantly get an order number and as soon as it ships you will receive the tracking information. That way you stay informed of the entire process.

One of the best things about nomorerack? They have something for everyone. It’s not just fashion, they have kid items, techy things, and so much more! Everyday brings more new items! They even have some deals you can get for free if you refer so many friends that sign up! How cool is that?

Sign up today for their email alerts! You won’t be sorry!

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 When you create a list you can set limits on budget and can decide what item can or can’t be shown.

 Camden is wanting Link toys but when I did a search I couldn’t find what he was looking for. I’m not sure how it searches for the toys that you can add, but I couldn’t find Link action figure toys.

From Santa’s Desk the parent can send messages as “Santa”. They can be anything from asking them to set up a registry to reminding them to take out the trash to telling them if they do well on that spelling test they can add another item to their List.

Lou and I have been considering the idea of finally joining the ranks of what seems to be everyone else, and purchase a flat screen TV. I’ve been avoiding it for 3 reasons.

1. Our current TV works just fine.
2. Flat screens are expensive
3. I worry about how long it’s going to last and if the boys will end up destroying it.

Do you know the difference between LCD, LED, HDTV? I don’t. I wouldn’t know where to begin actually. It makes you wish for something simple that could help you decide, right? Well, there is!

It’s called the HDTV Genie!!! It says based on the information I provided that the best TV for me would be the LG 37LV3500 37-Inch 1080p 60 Hz LED HDTV.

So tell me how you picked your current TV out. Did you research till you were blue in the face? Honestly I don’t have time for that. Did you know that 98% of houses in the US have a TV? And 70% of those have an HDTV? I didn’t. See? We really are falling behind the times.

Chris Powers, a spokesman from The HDTV Genie said “The average price of an HDTV in 2011 is $535, but what’s the cost of buying the wrong one? Do you ship it back and pay the restocking fee, take the change of blindly selecting another TV, or simply live with a TV that you’re unhappy with. Our goal is to help the consumer get the right TV the first time around.”

How true is that? The website is easy to use, user friendly and offers tons of choices to filter down the selection of HDTV’s that remain. Ideal for sure. So head on over there, try it out and see what you think? With Black Friday and Cyber Monday being just around the corner, NOW is the perfect time to shop for a TV!!! I hope the HDTV Genie helps you narrow down the options and pick the perfect TV for you.

Interesting infographic from Frugaldad.com. Thought you’d all find it interesting.

Source: Frugaldad.com

If you remember a previous post about Freschetta Pizza and their efforts to raise money to support breast cancer research, then you will LOVE this!

I wanted to let you know that they have opened a special code just for FRESCHETTA® pizza fans that allows you to donate $1.00 to Breast Cancer Research on www.ProudToSupportPink.com with no purchase required!!! Even though the pizza is so yummy they didn’t want to make anyone buy a pizza that may just want to donate. So go to proudtosupportpink.com and enter the code FRESCH11 to donate your dollar today!

Oh yeah, the Freschetta Pizza kit giveaway is still up and running until October 30th, 2011! So enter today if you haven’t already! Just leave me a comment!!!

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