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The Schtick (The Dirty Secret)





"Never mistake knowledge for wisdom. One helps you make a living; the other helps you make a life." Sandra Carey

 
I heard a knock on my door expecting a FedEx package or maybe a neighbor complaining again about my keeping the shades up while roaming my house nude. But thru the peephole I saw a man and a woman. The man had neatly parted hair,  a firmly pressed short sleeve button down shirt, and a pen protector on his pocket. His smile revealed neatly capped, fake white teeth. The woman wore a bun in her hair and had a face that was disproportionately long compared to the rest of her body. Her face was caked in makeup and her left cheek revealed a mole with 1 pubic-type hair extending outward 7 millimeters in length (or so I thought.)
 
They both held in their hands a book and as I opened the door, I expected some kind and sweet religious recruiters offering me a ticket to heaven.  I invited them inside for some Kool Aid. But something was a bit strange. It felt as if they'd just escaped from somewhere and although liberated in an odd way, they made me feel nervous.
 
They introduced themselves as William and Tracie. I sat down expecting to be handed a sacred text but instead they handed me a book. The Dirty Secret.
 
"Sir do you know The Dirty Secret?" was William's first question.
 
It felt like a TV commercial.
 
"You mean like The Secret? The bestselling book?" I inquired.
 
William continued, "No that's The Secret. This is called The Dirty Secret. We're here today to speak with you about change. People are being swept up into a frenzy of positivity. Let me elaborate. I see on your wrist a Swatch watch."
 
I sadly answered, "Yes, it's a heirloom from a friend who passed away."
 
"Sir, it's a relic. And it's an example of your having less and we want to show you how you can have more."
 
The woman, Tracie, hit the man pretty hard in his side as if to correct him. She said under her breath to him, "You said 'less.' There was a better way of saying that without having to say something negative."
 
William was perturbed and in a barely less than abusive tone firmly responded to under his breath, "Just shut up ok. Let me do this. Just shut up."
 
He turned back to me, took a deep breath, and continued, "I do apologize. Part of The Dirty Secret philosophy is to speak only in the positive. The universe doesn't understand 'no.' The universe only speaks in the language of abundance."
 
Tracie again turned to him, "You did it again. You said 'the universe doesn't understand no.' You should have said 'the universe only understands yes."
 
William firmly responded to Tracie, "Why do you have to do this in public? Friggen leave me the frick alone!"
 
William turned back to me, "What I was trying to say is that you can have a Rolex, you can have a Porsche, you can have a 100 inch plasma TV so long as you believe."
 
"Believe what?" I asked.
 
The man whispered mysteriously, "The Dirty Secret."
 
Tracie continued, "It's about positive thought and the power of positive thought to affect your life."
 
I was intrigued but confused and inquired, "But what's wrong with my Swatch?"
 
Tracie continued "Your Swatch is fine, but all that stands between you and a Rolex is __"
 
I enthusiastically chimed in, "The Dirty Secret."
 
Tracie and William proceeded to hand me a catalog with fine jewels, electronic goods, and other material pleasures. I immediately bought the Rolex I've always dreamed of in addition to a plasma TV. I paid on credit card but Tracie and William promised me that so long as I was positive, I'd pay off my debt in no time.

***
 
So I am here to tell you how you, like me, can become a part of The Dirty Secret Team. Here's how it works. For everything I purchase from The Dirty Secret catalog, William and Tracie are paid 10% of the purchase. They are getting rich off me and everyone else and they barely have to work. I know what you must be thinking. Wow!
 
Since I've become a part of The Dirty Secret team, I've convinced over 74 people that they too can manifest their greatest desires thru the power of positivity and something called "a credit card."  For every purchase made by one of my 74 converts, I get 10% and William and Tracie get 5%. Everyone is getting rich off everyone else. And it's all about being positive.
 
In just 3 months I've been able to convince so many people I know and love that they can be my friends but also my source of income which works both for me; and for me. I know what you must be thinking. Wow!

And all you have to do is forward on your credit card, social security number, mother's maiden name, home address, and banking password and we'll get you signed up in no time at all. Not only will you become a part of The Dirty Secret team, we will send you a free tote bag with all your personal information (credit card number, etc) printed on the outside of the bag so that when you need it, it'll be impossible to forget. And if you are too dense to find it, ask anyone on the street and they can help you out by just looking on the outside of the bag.  It's that easy!!
 
In the meantime, think clearly, very clearly which Rolex you desire. See it, wish it, feel it, and it is yours! All thanks to The Dirty Secret!

I know what you must be thinking.   WOW!



 
Yoga + Wine in Sicily




I would like to congratulate Sush Itz-Natrue who just won the sweepstakes to our upcoming Yoga + Wine Adventure to Sicily. For the 750,000 poeple who entered the sweepstakes, let's hear it for Sush who will spend 6 days in the glory of ancient Sicily August 31 to September 5. After my morning yoga set to powerfully inspiring themes, Sush will be led by wine connoisseur Angela Gargano thru Sicily's beauty, culture and deliciously exotic food and wine culture. This Yoga + Wine adventure will focus on the Mediterranean lifestyle that adds seemingly eternal youth and the sophistication of simplicity to those touched by its alluring atmosphere, diet, and customs. It's not too late to join us for this magical journey.

As Russell Crowe says emphatically in the above photo, "Ladies this is the way to go! And gentlemen, I won't be there so you need not worry about my kicking your butt in one of my drunken spirals."

The deadline is June 15 so if you are ready to bestow your late summer with the crown jewel of adventures featuring 6 days of amazing wine, incredible pasta, perspective-enhancing yoga, and a shot of youth, join us!


Email Angela for more info:  blissflowyoga@yahoo.com

OR

Click here for more info

 
Release date set for my debut book




I finished my book which will be titled YEAH DAVE'S GUIDE TO LIVING THE MOMENT and now it needs to bake in the oven before it will be released on March 10, 2009 by Broadway Books/Random House. In the meantime, check out what will be AWESOME upcoming weekends later this summer in Memphis and Aspen.  These weekends feature accessible gateways by which to find a more deeply present moment and take time away from the bump and grind of everyday living.

Join me:

August 1-3 at Breathe Yoga in Memphis, TN

August 15-17 at King Yoga and Snowmass Wellness Festival in Aspen, CO













 
The Speech



If your working environment could benefit from some fresh perspective and exotic chocolate, check out my Livin the Moment speech. I will show how your everyday passions can unlock the power of a deeply present moment. Modern research proves that one who is more present finds more success in every aspect of life from work to marriage to parenting. Having been presented to Veuve Clicquot and American Express to name a few, the Livin' the Moment speech is fresh, well-researched, and sexy (if I don't say so myself).

Click here for more info
 
Chocolate and Wine at Work




We spend more time at work than with our families. So strong relationships at work make life more productive and more fulfilling.   But what if those work relationships could be fortified with exotic chocolate and fine wine?  

I've co-created a 3 hour Livin' the Moment experience specifically tailored for the work environment. This experience offers the knowledge and lasting tools to stay relaxed and present in even the most stressful situations. Participants finish with an enhanced ability to focus the mind, prevent sickness and injury in the body, and stir passion. "Passion is the genesis of genius."

-The experience begins with a 1 hour inspirational speech that presents the predicament that adversely affects productivity, health and well-being:  AN INABILITY TO BE IN THE MOMENT. Much of the speech is drawn from my upcoming book which will be published by Broadway Books/Random House in March 2009.

-Then I will lead you onto the mat for a fun, accessible yoga class set to great music. The yoga teaches how to release tension and utilize breathing as tool to stay present and ward off distraction. If Patriots quarterback Tom Brady can do yoga, so can the "tough guy" in your office.

-The experience finishes with an exploration of exotic Vosges chocolate and fine Sicilian wines. This is the payoff: one who is in the moment experiences enhanced perception. Everything is better, richer, sweeter when experienced in the moment.

Contact Pea@atoneyoga.com for more info



 
Yeah Dave Yoga (around the world)





Memphis, TN August 1-3
(www.breatheyogamemphis.com)

Aspen, CO   August 15-17
Snowmass Wellness Festival
More info TBA

Yoga + Wine in Sicily with Angela Gargano
August 31-September 5
More info

McCall, Idaho September 12-14
http://shantiyogastudio.org/home.htm

New York City September 25-28
(www.exhalespa.com)

Philadelphia, PA October 3-5
(http://www.dhyana-yoga.com/)

Houston, TX October 24-26
(www.yogarasa.net)

Vancouver, BC  October 31-Nov 2
(http://www.semperviva.com)

Dallas, TX November 14-16
(www.livingyogadallas.com)

Sedona, AZ December 4-7
(www.miiamo.com)

Phoenix, AZ December
(www.atoneyoga.com)




My Daily Yoga Schedule

I teach daily yoga classes at Exhale in Santa Monica and Venice, California.

Monday and Wednesday, 2:30pm, Exhale Venice (these classes are only $8)

Tuesday and Thursday, 6:30pm, Exhale Santa Monica
(Tuesday's class is only $10)

For more info check out:

Exhale in Santa Monica and Venice, CA
 
Yoga in India With Redback Travels



Ashley Ruback is leading a yoga trip to India August 3-20. With her tour group Redback Travels, you will:

Set out this August on an incredible journey to Kashmir, India. We'll
explore this breathtaking region during their best month of the year. Trek
in the magnificent Himalayas. Deepen your yoga practice with renowned
teacher, Ryan Redman. Seek adventure by river rafting, day hiking, fly
fishing, playing golf and cooking. Learn about Buddhist culture as you
experience the high desert city of Leh, Ladakh. Visit a village and support
the local trade by purchasing handicrafts such as Kashmir's famous pashmina
shawls, carpets, curtains and saffron (it's the best in the world). Last but
not least, sightsee around Delhi and hit some last minute shopping before
heading home.

This trip will be an incredible adventure and we are thrilled to offer such
a unique opportunity. Get out of the hot weather and immerse yourself in
breathtaking Kashmir.

For more info:  www.redbacktravels.com
The Lakers



Let's give it up for the Lakers.
 
 
Sincerely,
 

David Romanelli
Yeah Dave Yoga
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