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Why I'm choosing to give:
I love to give, and would like to see what that actually looks like when I put some awareness on it. Currently, I give things in a small way; and I want to give in a bigger way with my time and skills in a life's work context. I think that I actually need to give MYSELF some more, so this is a way to reflect on abundance and how that does and doesn't show up in my life.
What I'd most like to receive:
Confidence in myself and courage.
How did you hear about the 29-Day Giving Challenge?
email with link to DarynKagan.com video
About me:
I'm looking for work that allows me to help people help themselves. I'm a procrastinator big time. I love making things out of fabric with my hands, learning about people, helping companies improve their products and services so people can benefit from them--and ideally do it in a way that it's good for the planet, too.
I love teaching people acupressure and natural wellness techniques to feel better and healthier, as part of my holistic wellness practice.

I now live in Palo Alto (moved recently from San Francisco) and despite being in the suburbs, live in a super walkable downtown area. Hooray! (The photo at the top of my page is in Taos, New Mexico, a place I'm lucky enough to call a second home.)

"Be the change you want to see in the world." - Mahatma Gandhi
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http://wakowa.etsy.com
Other Website:
http://www.everydaysustainable.com
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gave myself some quiet

I've felt very disconnected from myself for a long time. This morning I gave myself some quiet. Some yoga, and then a 10 minute sit. My mind went into planning and worry and other beatings, but I was able to let go and come back to clear a few times when I noticed...

I think that quiet is necessary on the inside, to be able to see and give on the outside. We shall see how the day goes.

Posted on June 9, 2009 at 9:18am — 2 Comments

Wako

Moving toward a strategy for giving.

I just debuted my creativity on Etsy: wakowa.etsy.com.
Giving is an important component of this endeavor, and I've been thinking about how to weave it in. I've noticed that my deep need to figure all things out before I act got me in a non-movement bind, so I decided to just declare that I'll give, without having to state how much and to whom.

However, the intention is still there, and I thought it was important to state that. That is, to declare the philoso… Continue

Posted on May 29, 2009 at 4:35pm — 3 Comments

Wako

AIDS/Lifecycle ride: the privilege of giving

In 1997, I raised over $2000 $3500 (! I looked through my scrapbook; I raised more than I remembered!) and rode my bike 580 miles from San Francisco to Los Angeles, to support AIDS services in those cities. It was one of those amazingly memorable experiences. I never knew I could ride that much, nor could I have guessed the goodwill and good vibes of that rolling community of cyclists and volunteers and cheerleaders along the roads as we rode past.

Today, I got an email from an acquainta… Continue

Posted on March 10, 2009 at 7:00pm — 3 Comments

Wako

gratitude for the places that keep stuff useful (and out of landfill)

I've been giving a lot of stuff away, as I move house. So it's a lot of giving, but really, I am so grateful for the tools/organizations that make this possible. That make the circulation of things in the world possible and relatively smooth.

So I want to thank:
- The second-hand bookstores and the library, for taking my books that I no longer need.
- The second-hand/resale store, for taking the shoes and household goods that I don't use anymore, but that are usable. (Out of the Closet, which b… Continue

Posted on January 23, 2009 at 2:00pm — 3 Comments

Wako

received... new President

Feeling hope and excitement about our new President!

Posted on January 20, 2009 at 10:58pm — 1 Comment

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At 8:55pm on November 16, 2009, Stacey S. said…
Just checking in to see how you are? hope all is well! have a great day!
At 3:38pm on November 13, 2009, Ruth said…
Hi, Wako. i'm just wondering tonight how people are doing It would be great to hear how things are with you, how the challenge worked out and if it's brought changes in your life. May you be blessed with love and happiness.
At 8:11am on November 8, 2009, Maha Valerie Christensen said…
WOW! I chose you as the one from the group to query 'cause i like your name...and then I see so much congruity between us (other than the numbers).

I need to ask about the book -- I bought a copy for myself and voraciously plowed through it in one day. It's extraordinary. I want to buy at 12-18 (or even 24) more if I can get a SERIOUSLY reduced rate. Do you get this gist that there are a few friends I wan to share it with? Anyway, I'm 67 and my only source of income is social security.

Also, I volunteer at a women's maximum security prison with three friends and we were thinking of having a study group making use of 29 Gifts, again if a reduced rate would be possible. Not sure how many books we'd need. The other book we studied together was Life Lessons by Elisabeth Kübler-Ross and David Kessler.

BTW, some of the inmates have signed up (through us) to do 29 days of giving. We'll be posting their progress. (I haven't even *formally* started the process yet!!!)

Thanks for checking this out and getting back to me.

Blessed be!
Maha
At 8:08pm on November 5, 2009, Stacey S. said…
Here is hoping you have a beautiful day!!
At 1:06pm on May 23, 2009, Cindy said…
Hi Wako!! Good to see you again :) Yes, my trip is rather like a pilgrimage and we have more Abbeys and some absolutely breathtaking country ahead of us! We're moving along at a nice pace, slow and steady. It's very healing actually!
At 9:07am on May 2, 2009, Cindy said…
Hello Wako!! Long time no type! Hope things are going well with you! Sending love and good wishes your way.
At 11:21pm on April 30, 2009, Tarnie Fulloon said…
Thank you Wako for your welcome comments, I appreciate that. I have been doing my own thing, keeping a daily journal of what I am giving and it has been amazing the simple act of being conscious of giving has assisted me in lifiting my spirits. I do give, but not always consciously and then can get angry with myself for giving too much. To be more conscious has been superb for me! I have surprised myself at how much I am enjoying giving and how spontaneous and creative it has become. Such joy! I am enjoying the process very much.
At 1:27pm on April 11, 2009, sharon said…
Thanks for the birthday wishes Wako, I did not open email all day Friday and got all wishes just now, timely as they are supposed to be!
You are very sweet!
-s
At 11:40am on April 5, 2009, Betsy B. Hsu said…
Thank you for your email and suggestions. It will take me awhile to blog since I'm a bit ancient! I enjoyed your uTube on acupressure points for sinus relief. I am interested in reflexology. Yes, I agree that the 29 Day Challenge is a wonderful way to manifest abundance consciously. Now I can better observe my giving and receiving, and make this world a better place. Peace!
At 12:49am on March 9, 2009, Colleen Friday said…
Hi Wako, its been super sharing the gift of welcoming newcomers with you. Its good to know when I switch off you take over - for once time is on our side. Please let me know if ever you are unable to cover a day and I will do like wise.
Love Peace and Happiness to you and yours.

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