Adams, M.D., Patch - Medical doctor; Clown; Performer; Social Activist; Founder and Director of the Gesundheit Institute, a holistic medical community that has provided free medical care to thousands of patients since it began in 1971; Author of Gesundheit! & House Calls; Moving Speaker.

Allen, David - David Allen is an international author, lecturer, and founder and Chairman of the David Allen Company, a management consulting, coaching, and training company. In the last twenty years, he has developed and implemented productivity improvement programs for over a million professionals in hundreds of organizations worldwide, including many Fortune 500 corporations and U.S. Government agencies.
He is the author of two books, Getting Things Done: the Art of Stress-Free Productivity (Viking; 2001) and Ready for Anything: 52 Productivity Principles for Work and Life (Viking; 2003). His third book - Making It All Work: Winning at the Game of Work and the Business of Life - will be released in December.

Arata, Tony - Mr. Arata wrote the lyrics to "The Change", a song that celebrates the concepts of individuality, and being true to your own principles. Garth Brooks recorded "The Change". Mr. Arata's songs have also been recorded by Emmylou Harris, Bonnie Raitt, and Dan Seals.

Becker, Harold W. - Author of Unconditional Love - An Unlimited Way of Being, Internal Power: Seven Doorways to Self Discovery, and Unconditional Love Is.... He received his MBA from the University of Tampa in 1988. Harold left banking in 1990 to devote all of his time to understanding the nature of our potential and raising the awareness of humanity through his own company, Internal Insights. He continues to share his powerful understanding about life through books, consulting, PBS television specials, workshops and living his own high ideals.

Benyus, Janine - Janine is the Co-founder of the Biomimicry Guild and has provided the impetus for the development of Biomimicry with the publication of her renowned book Biomimicry: Innovation Inspired by Nature in 1997 (William Morrow). As a life sciences writer, she has authored six books, including an animal behavior guide called Beastly Behaviors and three ecosystem-first field guides: The Field Guide to Wildlife Habitats of the Western US, The Field Guide to Wildlife Habitats of the Eastern US, and Northwoods Wildlife: A Watcher's Guide to Habitats.

Bonner, Dede - Dr. Bonner a.k.a "the Questions Doctor," is on the graduate business faculties of the The George Washington University in Washington, D.C., and Curtin University in Perth, Western Australia, where she is a renowned expert in questioning skills. A former political analyst for the federal government, Dr. Bonner is the owner of New Century Management, Inc. and 10 Best Questions, LLC. She has a doctorate of education in executive leadership.

Callahan, Steven  - Steven spent over two months at sea in a life raft. He survived well and has written a New York Times Best Seller entitled: Adrift, Seventy-Six Days Lost at Sea. Drawing from his experiences, Steven invented The Clam. The Clam is the initial model of the patented FRIB (Folding Rigid-bottomed Inflatable Boat). This boat can be used as a wide variety of craft, from kayak to small powerboat.  Its design is aimed to maximize The Clam's survival capabilities should the worst happen. Steven's questions focus on the practical necessities of survival and his own internal dialogue.

Chatterton, John - John is one of the world's most accomplished and well-known wreck divers. He was co-host for 57 episodes of the History Channel's successful diving series, Deep Sea Detectives. He is also a consultant to the film and television industries and has worked with 20th Century Fox, Paramount Pictures, and CBS. The 1991 discovery and subsequent identification of the German submarine U-869 off the coast of New Jersey has been the subject of several television documentaries, including a two-hour special for the popular NOVA series on PBS. This same story is the subject of Robert Kurson's New York Times bestselling book, Shadow Divers. Recently, John again teamed up with diving partner Richie Kohler for a project 12,500 below the surface of the Atlantic, on the legendary wreck of Titanic. This new adventure has been chronicled in Brad Matsen's new bestselling book, Titanic's Last Secrets.

Clark, Liz - Born in San Diego, California, Liz Clark grew up on and in the ocean, fishing, diving, and sailing. She surfed competitively for three of her four years at USCB, finishing her 2002 season as the 2002 NSSA College Women's National Champion. Liz prepared for the Swell Voyage for two years. After announcing that she intended to sail to the South Pacific alone, her mother volunteered to accompany her. They spent 22 days sailing across the largest expanse of open ocean on the planet. Liz spent the next year exploring French Polynesia and eastern Kiribati alone. She plans to continue west around the globe, documenting the journey through writing and photography to support the trip.

Concannon, David - David is a trial lawyer and explorer who has achieved success both personally and professionally, whether by winning several multi-million dollar jury verdicts in the courtroom or by leading expeditions to the Titanic, Africa and to the depths of the Bermuda Triangle.  He has spoken about his experiences to audiences around the world, and he has published more than 35 articles in four countries.

Corbett, David D. - David is the founder of New Directions, Inc., which guides executives and professionals in creating new career and post-career opportunities that help them achieve their life goals.  In 2007, his book, Portfolio Life – New Paths to Work, Purpose and Passion Over 50, was published by John Wiley & Sons (Jossey-Bass) and is now in its third printing. Dave speaks widely, stressing that careers and financial assets are only part of a larger search for purpose and legacy. He has been quoted in the Wall Street Journal, the New York Times, Fortune, CFO Magazine, Kiplinger’s and other major business publications.

Covey, Stephen M. R. - is co-founder and CEO of CoveyLink Worldwide, and a sought-after keynote speaker and advisor on trust, leadership, ethics, and high performance. He is the former CEO of Covey Leadership Center, which, under his stewardship, became the largest leadership development company in the world, while leading the strategy that propelled his father’s book, Dr. Stephen R. Covey’s The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, to one of the two most influential business books of the 20th Century.

Dudzinski, Kathleen - Dr. Dudzinski has been studying dolphin behavior and communication since 1990 with a focus on tactile, behavioral and acoustic signals employed by dolphins as they share information with each other and across groups. Dr. Dudzinski is Director of the Dolphin Communication Project (DCP), conducts research on three groups of dolphins in both captive and wild environments, and oversees research conducted by graduate students from five universities who collaborate with DCP.  In 2000, Dr. Dudzinski’s work studying dolphins was featured in the large-format film DOLPHINS from MacGillivray Freeman Films (2000) for IMAX theaters.

Emmons, Robert - Dr. Emmons is Professor of Psychology at the University of California, Davis. He received his Ph.D. degree in Personality and Social Ecology from the University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign, and his Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Southern Maine. He is the author of nearly 100 original publications in peer reviewed journals or chapters and has written or edited four books, including The Psychology of Ultimate Concerns (Guilford Press) The Psychology of Gratitude (Oxford University Press), and THANKS! How the New Science of Gratitude Can Make You Happier (Houghton-Mifflin). A leader in the positive psychology movement, Dr. Emmons is founding editor and editor-in-chief of The Journal of Positive Psychology. He is Past-President of the American Psychological Association’s Division 36, The Psychology of Religion. His research focuses on personal goals and purpose, spirituality, the psychology of gratitude and thankfulness, and subjective well being. Dr. Emmons has received research funding from the National Institute of Mental Health, the John M. Templeton Foundation, and the National Institute for Disability Research and Rehabilitation. His research has been featured in dozen’s of popular media outlets including the New York Times, USA Today, U.S. News and World Report, Newsweek, Time, NPR, PBS, and Reader’s Digest.

Fredston, Jill - Jill Fredston, co-director of the Alaska Mountain Safety Center, is one of North America's leading avalanche experts. She has spent decades predicting avalanches, triggering them with explosives, teaching potential victims how to stay alive, and leading rescue efforts in Alaska. Then, every summer, she climbs into an ocean-going rowing shell and heads out on long expeditions in the Arctic and sub-Arctic. With her husband, Doug Fesler, in a small boat of his own, she has rowed the equivalent of the circumference of the earth-more than 25,000 miles along the rugged coasts of Alaska, Canada, Greenland, Spitsbergen, and Norway. Jill's most recent book, Snowstruck: In the Grip of Avalanches is a brilliant look at the forces of human nature that lure us time and again into treacherous terrain. She is also the author of Rowing to Latitude: Journeys along the Arctic's Edge, which won the 2002 National Outdoor Book Award. With Doug Fesler, she co-wrote the authoritative and internationally acclaimed Snow Sense: A Guide to Evaluating Snow Avalanche Hazard.

Freese, Thomas - The first time Tom Freese oversold his sales quota by 200 percent, everyone thought it was a fluke. When he did it again, they assumed it was just some sort of freak accident. Then, over and over for seven consecutive years, Tom not only exceeded his sales quota, he doubled it. Suddenly, his success in selling was more than a trend. It was a business phenomenon! As founder and president of QBS Research, Inc., Tom has published three books on selling and is considered to be one of the foremost authorities on sales effectiveness, buyer motivation, and business strategy.

Gardner, Christopher - Christopher Gardner is the owner and CEO of Gardner Rich LLC with offices in New York, Chicago, and San Francisco. Conquering grave challenges to become a successful entrepreneur, Gardner is an avid motivational and aspirational speaker, addressing the keys to overcoming obstacles and breaking cycles. Gardner is also a passionate philanthropist whose work has been recognized by many esteemed organizations. Gardner is the author of the autobiography, The Pursuit of Happyness, a New York Times and Washington Post #1 bestseller that has been translated into fourteen languages. Gardner is also the inspiration for the acclaimed movie "The Pursuit of Happyness" for which Will Smith, starring as Gardner, received Golden Globe, Screen Actors Guild and Academy Award nominations for his performance. The movie is the #2 all-time domestic grossing drama. Gardner’s second book, Start Where You Are, will be published in spring 2009.

Gates, John - John Gates and Stuart Witt opened Nashoba Brook Bakery in Concord, Massachusetts on September 11, 1998. The bakery and cafe are located in an old warehouse on the banks of the Nashoba Brook. With over 35 employees and more than 130 wholesale accounts, the dreams of Stu and John have become a reality. From the beginning, they committed to starting a business that would take care of its employees, and give back to the community, while at the same time creating a space for people to meet, to talk, and to organize around important social, cultural and political issues.

Goldsmith, Marshall - Dr. Marshall Goldsmith is a world authority in helping successful people achieve positive, lasting change in behavior: for themselves, their people and their teams. In October 2009, The (London) Times and Forbes listed Marshall as one of the Top 15 Most Influential Business Thinkers in the World. He is a Fellow in the National Academy of Human Resources. Other acknowledgments include: American Management Association – 50 greatest thinkers and leaders who have influenced the field of management, BusinessWeek – most influential practitioners in the history of leadership development, Wall Street Journal – top 10 executive educators, Economic Times (India) – five rajgurus of America, Economist (UK) – most credible executive advisors in the new era of business, and Fast Company – America’s preeminent executive coach. Along with MOJO, he is the million-selling author of many books, including What Got You Here Won’t Get You There – a Wall Street Journal #1 business book and winner of the Harold Longman Award for Business Book of the Year.

Gonzales, Laurence - Laurence Gonzales is the author of Deep Survival - Who Lives, Who Dies, and Why. He is a five-time National Magazine Award finalist and winner of the 2001 and 2002 National Magazine Awards. For more than 30 years his work has appeared in such publications as Harper's, National Geographic Adventure, Smithsonian Air and Space, Men's Journal, just to name a few. As a screen writer he has written for MGM, Universal, Warner Brothers, and for Tom Hanks's Playtone motion picture company. He was one of several writers who created "From the Earth to the Moon," the HBO series, produced by Tom Hanks, which won an Emmy.

Gordon, Jake - Jake Gordon and Dana von Louda spent six months in 2006 touring the world. This was an expedition to learn about new cultures, see new cities, eat unique foods, hear new languages, smell new scents and learn more about themselves in the process.

Hammel, Laury - Laury is the owner of The Longfellow Clubs, New England's premier indoor/outdoor tennis clubs with 24 indoor courts. The Longfellow mission: "To build a world where everyone's basic needs are met, and people experience love, happiness, and fulfillment. To create a model organization, through the development of successful health and recreation clubs, that works toward the attainment of our global vision." Laury also co-founded the Sustainable Business Network of Greater Boston (SBN) and the national organization called the Business Alliance for Local Living Economies (BALLE). Laury served as the co-chair for the first six years of BALLE's existence, and in 2008 he was the chair of BALLE's International Conference held in Boston, MA. SBN has grown dramatically and leads several important programs such as the Sustainable Business Leader Program, and is the home for several successful Local First networks in the Boston area. In 1997, Laury founded the International Symposium on Spirituality and Business which is the longest running program in North America that focuses on the relationship of spirituality and business. Laury has been playing competitive tennis for 52 years, was a top college player, and has been ranked number one in the 45's, 50's, 55's, and 60's for a total of seven times.

Hughes, Cameron - In 1994, Cameron Hughes, fan, got up out of his seat at an Ottawa Senators game and spontaneously pumped up the fans into an inspired frenzy! What started out as a gag soon turned into a full-time career as a "Sports Entertainer", speaker and television host. To date, he has performed at over 850 live events at stadiums and arenas across North America for teams in 22 different leagues. With a career lasting over 22 years he is quite simply, the Ambassador of Cheer. Career Event Highlights: Performing at the Gold Medal Game in 2002, Hosting and Performing at the 2008 Grey Cup, Performing at NHL & NBA playoffs games.

Kamen, Dean - Dean Kamen is an inventor, entrepreneur, and a tireless advocate for science and technology. He is the founder and president of DEKA Research & Development Corporation, where he develops internally generated inventions and provides research and development for major corporate clients. He holds more than 440 U.S. and foreign patents for innovative devices that have expanded the frontiers of health care worldwide. Some of his notable inventions include the first wearable insulin pump for diabetics, the HomeChoice™ portable peritoneal dialysis machine, the INDEPENDENCE® IBOT® Mobility System, and the Segway® Human Transporter. Among Mr. Kamen's proudest accomplishments is founding FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology), an organization dedicated to motivating the next generation to understand, use, and enjoy science and technology. Mr. Kamen was elected to the National Academy of Engineering in 1997, received the Heinz Award in 1998, and was awarded the National Medal of Technology in 2000. In 2002, he received the Lemelson-MIT Prize, and was inducted into the National Inventors Hall of Fame in May 2005.

Kashdan, Todd, Ph.D - Dr. Kashdan is a clinical psychologist, scientist, and Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at George Mason University. He is the author of "Curious? Discover the Missing Ingredient to a Fulfilling Life" (William Morrow). He has been active in the positive psychology movement since 2000, when he taught one of the first college courses on the science of happiness. He currently teaches courses on abnormal psychology, mood and anxiety disorders, and the science of well-being. Currently, he is the associate editor of the Journal of Positive Psychology as well as the Journal of Personality. His research has been featured in several popular media outlets including a feature article in the New York Times Magazine, The Washington Post, CBS, PBS, National Public Radio, Oprah Magazine, The Huffington Post, The Tavis Smiley Show, The Montel Williams Show, and Reader’s Digest, among others.

LaMothe, Kimerer, Ph.D. - Dr. LaMothe is a philosopher, dancer, and scholar of religion, who lives with her partner and their five children on a farm in upstate New York. A former professor at Harvard and Brown Universities, recipient of fellowships from the Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study and the Center for the Study of World Religions, and award-winning author of three books, Dr. LaMothe is currently director of Vital Arts, a center dedicated to creating art and ideas that remain faithful to the earth. Trained in modern dance, Haitian dance, ballet, and yoga, Dr. LaMothe has choreographed and danced two solo concerts, as well as performing in a range of concert, conference, and liturgical settings. Her third book, What a Body Knows: Finding Wisdom in Desire, uses personal anecdotes and cultural analyses to introduce her original philosophy of bodily becoming. Working with our desires for food, sex, and spirit, she describes a way of thinking and being that privileges bodily movement as the source and telos of human life. Dr. LaMothe writes a weekly blog in the Heath section of Psychology Today.

Lovins, Amory - Amory B. Lovins, Rocky Mountain Institute Cofounder, Chairman, and Chief Scientist, is a consultant experimental physicist educated at Harvard and Oxford. He has received an Oxford MA (by virtue of being a don), nine honorary doctorates, a MacArthur Fellowship, the Heinz, Lindbergh, Right Livelihood ("Alternative Nobel"), World Technology, and Time Hero for the Planet awards, the Benjamin Franklin and Happold Medals, the Nissan, Shingo, Mitchell, and Onassis Prizes, and honorary membership of the American Institute of Architects. He has lately led the redesign of $30 billion worth of facilities in 29 sectors for radical energy and resource efficiency. He has briefed nineteen heads of state, held several visiting academic chairs (most recently the 2007 MAP/Ming Professorship at Stanford), written twenty-nine books and hundreds of papers, and consulted for scores of industries and governments worldwide. The Wall Street Journal named Mr. Lovins one of thirty-nine people worldwide "most likely to change the course of business in the '90s"; Newsweek has praised him as "one of the Western world's most influential energy thinkers"; and Car magazine ranked him the twenty-second most powerful person in the global automotive industry.

Maurer, Robert - Dr. Maurer is on the teaching faculty of the UCLA and the University of Washington Schools of Medicine. He is also the founder of the Science of Excellence, a consulting firm. He travels and presents extensively. Dr. Maurer has appeared on ABC/TV's "20/20" in connection with his work on conflict resolution. USA TODAY  featured his new best-seller, One Small Step Can Change Your Life: Using the Japanese Technique of Kaizen to Achieve Lasting Success.

Moller, Paul - Dr. Moller created the Skycar and founded Moller International. He is President, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board. He holds a D.A.M. (Diploma Aircraft Maintenance) PITA, 1957; D.A.E. (Diploma Aeronautical Engineering) PITA 1958; Master of Engineering, McGill University, 1961; Ph.D. in Aerodynamics, McGill University, 1963. Dr. Moller was a professor of Mechanical and Aeronautical Engineering at the University of California at Davis from 1963 to 1975 where he developed the Aeronautical Engineering program. In 1972 he founded SuperTrapp Industries and was also Chief Executive Officer of that subsidiary until it was sold in 1988. He also organized and led the group which developed the Davis Research Park Complex between 1975 and 1983.

Morrell, Margot - Margot has co-authored the New York Time's Business Bestseller, Shackleton's Way. She has worked in corporate America for twenty-four years. She has been a student of Shackleton's life and work since 1984. Her deep interest in Sir Ernest's leadership qualities and the group dynamics of the Endurance expedition have taken her to the Antarctic twice and on numerous trips to the U.K. to spend days immersed in the archives of the Scott Polar Research Institute and Dulwich College.

Orloff, Judith, M.D. - Dr. Orloff, a psychiatrist and intuition expert, is author of the New York Times bestseller Emotional Freedom: Liberate Yourself From Negative Emotions and Transform Your Life (Harmony Books, 2009) Her other bestsellers are Positive Energy, Intuitive Healing, and Second Sight. Dr. Orloff synthesizes the pearls of traditional medicine with cutting edge knowledge of intuition, energy. and spirituality. Her insights create a new convergence of healing paths for our stressed-out world.

Pearce, Simon - Simon Pearce was raised in County Cork Ireland, the son of a well-known potter who was credited with spearheading the revival of craft ceramics in Ireland with his Shanagarry pottery. It was here that Simon honed his aesthetic and skills. Simon then followed in the footsteps of his father and older brother, Stephen, by studying pottery New Zealand during his late teens. It was during this time that he began to admire antique glass and chose to pursue glassblowing. Eager to enhance his skills, he attended the Royal College of Art in London and apprenticed with some of the world's best glassmakers at Leerdam glass factory in the Netherlands, at Venini in Italy and at Orrefors and Boda, in Sweden. Simon Pearce started his own glassblowing workshop in Ireland in the early 70s and moved to the town of Quechee in Vermont in 1981. Today, Quechee remains the flagship for Simon Pearce’s retail, restaurant and production activities. The full range of glass and pottery designs are available at Simon Pearce's eleven retail stores, through a nationwide network of signature stores, via mail-order catalogue and online at SimonPearce.com.

Piver, Susan - Susan Piver is the author of the New York Times bestseller, The Hard Questions: 100 Essential Questions to Ask Before You Say "I Do."  She has been a guest on the Oprah Winfrey Show, CNN, CBS Early Show and the Today show. Susan has also been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Time, Modern Bride, O Magazine and Redbook.

Quici, Joseph - Joseph  is a third generation leather expert with forty-two years of experience. He learned the trade from his father, Edmond Quici, with whom he worked for 21 years.  Mr. Quici specializes in all leather products including riding boots, shoes, and luggage.

Rechtschaffen, Stephan, M.D. - Dr. Rechtschaffen, is a cofounder of Omega and currently serves as a senior advisor on Omega’s board of directors. He regularly consults with centers, organizations, and businesses in the emerging field of holistic and wellness-related business. Rechtschaffen is also a holistic physician who uses concepts of time and healing as the focus for developing optimal health. He is the author of Timeshifting: Creating More Time to Enjoy Your Life and a coauthor of Vitality and Wellness.

Srodes, James - Franklin: The Essential Founding Father, the latest biography by author, journalist, and broadcaster James Srodes has been honored by the Free Library of Philadelphia and Mayor John Street. The book has been chosen for the One Book-One Philadelphia city-wide literacy promotion program for 2006. He and his wife Cecile, an attorney, live in Washington.

Starr, Billy - Billy Starr founded and leads the Pan-Massachusetts Challenge, the most successful athletic fundraising event in the nation. Since 1980, the PMC, a 190-mile bike-a-thon, has contributed more than $204 million to cancer research. By 1984, the PMC had established itself as the largest grossing fundraising event for the Jimmy Fund, New England’s most popular charity. By 1990, the PMC had become the most successful cycling fundraiser in the world. In 2007, the organization raised and contributed $33 million, the largest gift ever received by the Jimmy Fund. The sum represented 100 percent of every rider-raised dollar. Starr also serves as a consultant for other charity events. An avid cyclist, skier, and racquets player, Starr has ridden in his own event for all 28 years. Starr lives with his wife, Meredith, and daughters Hannah and Sophia, in Wellesley, Mass.

Sullivan, Kristin - Kristin biked 14,055 miles from Fairbanks, Alaska to Ushuaia, Argentina. The purpose was to raise awareness regarding environmental issues. Kristin also taught environmental classes to childen in the villages as she traveled.

Webb, Martha - Martha and her real estate concepts have been featured in television, radio and newspaper stories nationwide through sources such as: Good Morning America, HGTV, CNN, Lifetime TV and The New York Times. Martha works extensively within the real estate industry to develop education and marketing programs and products for agents, managers and brokers. Martha is also a spokesperson for Procter and Gamble. Martha is the author of two books, Dress Your House for Success, which was named one of the "Top 10 Great Real Estate Books of the Year" and Finding Home - Buying the House That's Right for You. She is also the producer of the video-based programs by the same name as well as the Price Your House for Success video and the Market Analysis PriceGraph. Martha understands the complexities and changing nature of today's real estate climate — and she's committed to providing the tools agents need to find success in any market.

Weil, Andrew, M.D. - A world-renowned leader and pioneer in the field of integrative medicine, Dr. Weil is also a best-selling author. His books include the national bestsellers Spontaneous Healing, 8 Weeks to Optimum Health, Eating Well for Optimum Health, and The Healthy Kitchen. His book, Healthy Aging: Your Lifelong Guide to Physical and Spiritual Well-Being, is a New York Times bestseller. Dr. Weil is an internationally recognized expert on integrative medicine, medicinal plants, and mind-body interactions. Dr. Weil was named one of the 100 Most Influential People in the World in 2005, and one of the Top 25 Visionaries in 2007 by TIME Magazine. He is founder and director of the Program in Integrative Medicine (PIM) and clinical professor of medicine at the University of Arizona. Dr. Weil is also the founder of the Weil Foundation, where he donates all of his after-tax profits from product sales.

Witt, Stuart - Stuart Witt and John Gates opened Nashoba Brook Bakery in Concord, Massachusetts on September 11, 1998. The bakery and cafe are located in an old warehouse on the banks of the Nashoba Brook. With over 35 employees and more than 130 wholesale accounts, the dreams of Stu and John have become a reality. From the beginning, they committed to starting a business that would take care of its employees, and give back to the community, while at the same time creating a space for people to meet, to talk, and to organize around important social, cultural and political issues.

Yeager, General Chuck -  Charles E. “Chuck” Yeager has been called a lot of things in his 80 years such as 'the fastest man alive', 'Mr. Supersonic' and 'the guy with the right stuff', but none is more fitting than the title, “a true American.” Despite his youth in the poverty-stricken backwoods of West Virginia, Yeager became a fighter ace,  legendary test pilot, leader of men, and an icon for generations, all while doing what he loved: flying. His is an American story, one that inspires us and teaches us to always look to the skies. (Excerpt from: http://www.chuckyeager.com/yeageradventure/yeageradventure.htm )

Yee, Rodney - Rodney Yee has been curious about the mind and body for as long as he can remember. He was a gymnast, a ballet dancer, and a philosophy and physical therapy major. Following the thread of curiosity about mind and body, he took his first yoga class in 1980 and knew from the start that it would be a lifelong passion. Now that his mind and body are going through midlife, he is much more curious about the spirit. His spirit is fed by his wife Colleen and his 4 children. Life is abundant and chaotic and keeps Rodney returning to asana, pranayama, and meditation. Teaching is still a main vehicle for Rodney to understand union. He has created dozens of DVDs through Gaiam, and has written two books, Yoga: The Poetry of the Body and Moving Toward Balance, both with Nina Zolotow. He teaches workshops and retreats worldwide and leads teacher training intensives nationally.

Young-Eisendrath, Ph.D, Polly - Dr. Young-Eisendrath, author of The Gifts of Suffering, brings her experience to QuestionsForLiving® through a series of reflective questions that an individual should ask her/himself in a time of suffering.

Von Louda, Dana - Dana von Louda and Jake Gordon spent six months in 2006 touring the world. This was an expedition to learn about new cultures, see new cities, eat unique foods, hear new languages, smell new scents and learn more about themselves in the process.