Where Science & Spirit Meet
Where Science & Spirit Meet
CA:LL 310-YES-LOVE
leaving you inspired and with much to think on"
of "Return to the Sacred" and
"Inspiration Deficit Disorder"
Former Spiritual Program Director of the World-Class
Canyon Ranch Resorts
-Cynthia Reeder
"Wendy is a dynamic and engaging speaker. With wit and warmth, she masterfully knows how to connect with a diverse audience with humor and the ability to tell a good story."
-Rev. Dr. Robert Ganung
Chaplain at The Taft School, Connecticut
"Dear Wendy,
Thank you so
much. I must express to you how much I enjoyed your series (and I’m
bummed that I missed the very first one). You are such a beautiful person
with a glowing personality that shines through to those you reach out to with
your seminar; don’t ever give it up because your spark of life flies to those
in attendance. I feel truly blessed that our paths had cross[ed], albeit
briefly. I will always have your spark of life within me and your
encouragement to never let go of the belief that I can, and will, heal fully,
no matter what comes my way since I am to heal within, no outside force can
harm me. Although I do not have your exact words, I believe that I can,
and do, have a bit of my "basis" in my life. Thank you again for your support
and thoughts regarding the how to find happiness; it’s kinda like Dorothy in
the Wizard of Oz, it’s always been within us/me.
Hope to see you
again; remember too that you have gifted me with knowledge and a smile to hold
within; I hope I can give this same feeling back to you as well as to others.
Best always to you
and your endeavors,
Assistant to Bruce Spain
Center for the Arts, El Camino College
"Meeting
you was the first step on a new path. Reading about your work on the
internet - that day I first visited your website - has given me so much
joy already. I appreciate you and all your inner work and thank you for
sharing it with the world."
- Gerry Athas-Vazquez
Artist, Writer, Dreamer
“Here comes a female bodhisattva
about to go planetary….
Finally, someone who is teaching exactly what the Buddha taught.
Enlightenment is the natural state.”
-Charles Vincent Davis, Representative A.T.O.M.
THE ART OF HAPPINESS
THE WELLNESS COMMUNITY, SOUTH BAY CITIES
REDONDO BEACH
DECEMBER 10, 2010
“One of the most inspiring, loving, and life-changing speeches I have had the honor of attending and taking into my [heart]...”
“Terrific—very inspirational. Wendy is an electric speaker.”
-Michelle Kobayashi
“It was excellent and her enthusiasm and vivacity are amazing.”
-Kathryn Lee
“…[S]he lifted my inner being!
….[T]his subject appeals to any crisis
.…[Wendy has a] gift
.…great enthusiasm, energy, it’s contagious”
-Peggy Maddox
“Very inspirational & motivating.
A heart felt and emotional connection to the audience”
-Christine Campisi
Board Member
The Wellness Community
“Great, inspirational, wonderful person & speaker[.]”
-Elisabeth Donout”
“….[F]antastic presentation[. I] would definitely attend again.”
-Eric Nagamine, Cancer Patient
“I thought that it was very honest …
a great balance of humor and motivation”
-Bryce Fisher
“EXCELLENT”
-Diana Young
“It was enjoyable & inspiring”
-Mark Fisher
“…. It was great!! Thank you very much!!....Your speech was … not only for cancer people but for everyone who [is]… suffering….
ART OF HAPPINESS
CANCER SUPPORT COMMUNITY
SILICON VALLEY
NOVEMBER 5, 2010
“AMAZING—”
-Pat Johnson
Pat Johnson Studios
“You are a rock star. You made me smile, cry, and gave me a positive way to look at things[.]”
-Linda Montano
“[E]xcellent speaker, heartfelt & insightful”
-Steven Weiss
“…Uplifting. The artwork made it esp[ecially] fun.”
-Norma Jean Galiher
“… BEAUTIFULLY PRESENTED.”
-Bernard Schmidt, 4x Cancer Patient
“[E]xcellent”
-Mary Reeves
“Fantastic! Thank you for this amazing experience”
-Harriet Schmidt
THE ART OF HAPPINESS: THE THEORY
AN INTRODUCTION TO SOCIALIZATION THEORY
THE SPOT, HERMOSA BEACH
JANUARY 11, 2011
“Excellent”
-Neva Rogers
“Outstanding…Magical…”
-Denise Pope
Property Administrator
Raytheon
“Wonderful, Positive Energy
A Bright, Timely Message”
-Lindsay Bern
ART OF HAPPINESS
THE CROWNE PLAZA, REDONDO BEACH & MARINA
OCTOBER 1, 2010
“Inspirational and Awesome!”
-Ryaen Canter
“EXCELLENT”
-Mitra Mamaghani
“Loved it! What Wendy shared was personal and universal, was heartfelt, and understood by the intellect as well.”
-Maria Faltas
“LOVE[D] IT … WAS SPOKEN FROM [THE] HEART.”
-Fariba Yazdi
“This program was great[.] I learned a lot and
I[’]m only 13 [years old] so it helped a lot and the speaker was great!”
-Evan Canter
“VERY Good—inspirational”
-Ruby Resnick, Member, AMSAT
“ENCOURAGING, INSPIRING”
-Patte Elrod
“Wendy did an awesome job in going through the stories of her experiences & perspectives. Very engaging & helpful!”
-Keiko Yoshimi, Senior Market Analyst
TEN ILLUSIONS:
DON’T BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK
THE CROWNE PLAZA, REDONDO BEACH & MARINA
OCTOBER 15, 2010
THE VISUALS, AND PERSONAL STORIES[,] ARE AMAZING….
FANTASTIC AND EMPOWERING!”
-Emanuel Zevallos, CEO, Interact Live
“Very smart & full of down to earth imparting with intelligence & compassion….Very heartwarming/touching & revelation of True to Life Experience”
-Perla Mate, Retired
“Valuable!!”
-Rita Tieszen, UCLA Clin[ical] LAB Scientist, retired! J
“[G]reat[.] 10 out of 10[.]”
-Manseureh Rahimi, MS
“Excellent”
-Joan Bixter
“Excellent and a joy to hear your positive message”
-Terese Campbell, Community Relations Director, Belmont Village Assisted Living
R&R RETREATS
BREAST CANCER RETREAT
SACRAMENTO, CA
MARCH 2010
"We
had Wendy join us for our Women’s Breast Cancer Retreat. Wendy was our
keynote speaker.
Not only did I enjoy Wendy on a personal level and meeting the wonderful person she is but all of our participants just loved Wendy.
Our evaluations raved about Wendy! Her message is heartfelt, relevant, warm and has the most wonderful ending.
Wendy thanks so much for your participation in our Event. It would not have been as effective and entertaining without you. You are loved!
Many Blessings,
Shirleen Von Hoffmann"
President
Calling All Angels Cancer Foundation
Sacramento, California
EVERYDAY SACRED: SPIRITUALITY, SOCIETY, & THE SELF
THE CROWNE PLAZA, REDONDO BEACH & MARINA
OCTOBER 29, 2010
“Tonight was all incredible!!”
-Patte Elrod
“Delightful, insightful and expertly & lovingly presented.”
-Paula Anding, Mrs, Coast Lighting South Bay
“Truthful, passionate...”
-M. Saraceno
ART OF HAPPINESS
THE WELLNESS COMMUNITY
SOUTH BAY CITIES
OCTOBER 9, 2009
“It was fabulous”
“Superb”
-Meredith Grenier, Journalist
The Daily Breeze
“The whole program was
exceptionally great”
“She is the best
Very personable &
engaging”
-Paula Bernstein
“Wonderful. The BEST wellness program I have been to. God bless you. I needed this today!”
“Thank you so much. You have such a beautiful spirit.”
-Kathleen Whiting
“Excellent!”
-Louis Grenieu
“The best. She has a great spirit.”
- Betty Marinas
“All of it [was valuable.]”
-Coleman Yolanda
“Very Good”
“Very good [in] helping you believe in yourself.”
-Jackie Childers
“…Wendy’s presentation was
very inspirational. I’m in my 30’s and could relate to much of what she said.”
-Leticia Arias
“Beautiful, inspiring,
helpful.”
-Edith Meier
“EXCELLENT”
-George Meier
ART OF HAPPINESS
BELMONT VILLAGE PRESENTATION, RPV
APRIL 30, 2009
“High impact emotional issues with sweet, helpful conclusions....Wonderful…”
-Jessamine Campbell
Program Director
KEEPSAFE
“Let it go and trust your body.
Giving love to others without expecting anything in return.…Just make your life happy and enjoy the gift .…It was like a touch of my soul in a deeper temporal that open[ed me up to] how important our life [is].”
“Wendy’s testimonial was inspirational”
“...Well spoken and animated. Good Smiles.
Joy & Happiness & Enthusiasm.”
–John Butters
Herbalist Scientist
R & D
“I was able to take something from the entire presentation. Her life experience was something I was able to reflect back on in my own life….
It was great! Very humbling and appreciative...”
-Jeanette Garzon
Accounts Manager Maxim Healthcare Services
“GREAT!”
“...It’s laid out well—personal progression—very well done!!....
VERY GENUINE—HEARTFELT.”
“...Very inspirational! I thought the program was a great balance of inspirational quotes to live by while offering tips to appreciate life.”
-Ryan Iwamoto
Owner
24 Hour HomeCare
“...Great Program! ...”
- Gerald Hardin
Assistant Director
Sage House ADC
“....Fantastic [program and speaker]!
The content was great but I was actually more impressed by her overall demeanor and personality. She exudes joy.”
- Farah Benedict
Operations Manager
Home Instead
“Personal story, very touching, acceptance is freedom, surrender and live your life in joy everyday….She was dynamic and very engaged. BEAUTIFUL SOUL!”
-Terry Fantenrose
Community Ambassador
Silverado Senior Living
ART OF HAPPINESS
WHOLEFOODS MARKET PRESENTATION
REDONDO BEACH
MARCH 20, 2009
“Excellent”
-Terese J. Campbell
Community Relations
Belmont Village
“[I had a] great time--highly motivation[al] and upbeat!”
“Very insightful.
...your lessons are relatable to everyone and every situation.”
ART OF HAPPINESS
SHRINER'S HOSPITAL FOR CHILDREN
LOS ANGELES
PRESENTATION DECEMBER 8, 2008
"This was a wonderful event for the patients. They got great information...."
-Elizabeth Dever
Public Relations Specialist
Shriner's Hospital for Children, Los Angeles
ART OF HAPPINESS
WHOLE FOODS MARKET PRESENTATION
WEST LOS ANGELES SEPTEMBER 10, 2008
"[G]reat story.... She is just a wonderful treasure--lovable and inspiring--so glad I came to this."
- Carol Steinberg
"The whole presentation was very valuable....Excellent message. Very well organized. VERY insightful."
-Gabriel St. Louis
"...It was very moving!"
- Kelly Layne
Marketing Director
Whole Foods, West LA
"Very beautiful story."
"It was very well organized and covered life truths in a clear way..."
"The whole presentation was wonderful.... Very enlightening and wise for such a young speaker."
ART OF HAPPINESS
WHOLE FOODS MARKET PRESENTATION
TORRANCE SEPTEMBER 25, 2008
“...[ I appreciated the speaker's] honesty and willingness to share deep subjects that people don't like to think about, face, and reveal...[I would like to see] small workshops to help people work on their emotions.”
Very Genuine and Inspiring
Very deep.”
-Danielle D’Adiu
“Wonderful!”
-Liz Lee
“The program and speaker were wonderful.”
-Luz Forero
“I felt like she was talking directly to me…She was great very passionate”
“[The speaker has] great energy.”
“Outstanding”
"Incredible. Very inspirational!"
ART OF HAPPINESS
YMCA PRESENTATION
SAN PEDRO & PENINSULA NOV. 19, 2008
"Enjoyed [the presentation]…Awesome Speaker…
Loved the drawings—She definitely conveyed happiness!
I loved it—great ideas [&] insights—Thank you!
-Rosa Vega
“All of it [was valuable]…very dynamic and interesting…”
-Sharon Dragan
“[I] thought it was very worthwhile—speaker energetic and genuine”
-Chuck Nena
“All of it was great…I learned a lot from what she said.”
-Maria Moreno
“Very well combined, loved the hand drawings”
-Cesar Ruiz
“[I appreciated] her open hearted sharing…
well done, spontaneous & sincere”
“Excellent”
“It was very moving and thought provoking”
“This was an extremely inspirational speech with a nice mix of philosophy and common sense by a very sympathetic speaker.”
“Great Speech!”
ART OF HAPPINESS
THE WELLNESS COMMUNITY
PASADENA NOVEMBER 20, 2008
“What an incredible presentation!
It is so easy to discount a happ[y]… successful speaker if they have had an easy time of it.
Loved it—the best I have heard in a long time—Very inspirational.”
-Martha Charlsn
ART OF HAPPINESS
THEORY PRESENTATION
CROWNE PLAZA, REDONDO BEACH
NOVEMBER 2007
"Fantastic, inspiring, energizing, motivating--richly informative."
"[The speaker has] great empathy and compassion ... warmth"
"She was able to express her research in layman's terms. I was enlightened ... a new way to see others."
- Cynthia Reeder
Housewife, Freelance Worker, Artist,
Yoga Practitioner & Dancer
"Wonderful .... [The speaker has] great enthusiasm and empathy."
-Janet Walton
ART OF HAPPINESS
TORRANCE JANUARY 2008
"Very valuable"
- Robert Kiio
"Outstanding!"
- Wayne Herbranson
ART OF HAPPINESS
WELLNESS COMMUNITY, SOUTH BAY
JUNE 2008
"Her presentation was excellent--her story clear--every part inspirational. Wendy's stories leading to her insights helped deepen understanding and mental grasp....What a great, authentic person. Who could wish us [a] kinder, better than this young woman?...Wendy is good to the core. Her presentation was so 'her'... She obviously wants constructive helpful things to happen to us all as a result of her experiences. She made us all feel she is our ally. Her stellar education, writing, and communication skills shone through to touch us all somewhere."
-Pandora "Concha" Mitchell
"Very inspiring... Excellent... so honest and...the message she gave [is] of love."
-Larry Burke
"...so honest... I enjoyed it all.... inspirational.... Excellent. The audience appreciated her."
-Betty Ottinger
"It's such a unique program…. She’s a lovely girl and she speaks very well...Very honest."
REDONDO BEACH SEPTEMBER 2007
"... an inspirational experience filled with so many lessons that anyone--living or dying--can relate to, no matter what stage of your life you're in."
-Rebecca Villaneda, Reporter, PV News
"A graceful, elegant, exploration of life. Poetic, joyous, sad, inspiring, wisdom imparting."
-Michael Potter
"Enthusiastic, heartful, passionate, and giving"
-Ruth Edwards, LCSW
"Excellent [Program] & Excellent [Speaker]"
-Nancy Wise
Program Director
The Wellness Community
South Bay Cities
STORY & WORKSHOP
THE WELLNESS COMMUNITY, SOUTH BAY CITIES JANUARY 2008
"Excellent"
-Diana Young
Ovarian Cancer, Stage III C
Survivor of 11 Yrs.
"Excellent, moving, inspirational"
"The sharing after the talk was extremely helpful."
-Carol Green
"The sharing was real, and thus meaningful and valuable to each person in a[n] [impactful] ... way..."
"... brave, wonderful, and inspirational [speaker] ..."
"Great [Speaker & Program]!"
-Diane Fischer
"Very touching."
"Excellent Presentation"
"...would be very helpful for newly diagnosed or treated cancer patients.... their spirits would be raised and their outlook ... more hopeful."
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING
THE SAN PEDRO & PENINSULA YMCA PRESENTATION DECEMBER 8, 2009
ABOUT
DON'T BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK:
TEN ILLUSIONS WE LIVE WITH THAT PREVENT US FROM FINDING
TRUE HAPPINESS
“Wendy is pure joy.”
-Les
Krzcuk
“GOOD ENTHUSIASM & I APPRECIATED THE HONESTY &
SINCERITY—VERY REVEALING & PERSONAL”
- H.
Charles Smith
Wonderful!!
-Mirha
Rhyne
“Very impressed. I
was moved.”
-William
Hulsey
“I would keep taking her workshops.”
- Kelly
McCart
“Excellent”
-Linda
Ikeler
“[G]reat [program and speaker]—I left here with a positive
outlook on so many levels”
-Julie
Lauen
“SIMPLY EXCELLENT”
-Stan
Field
“Very
informative[,] makes you think—The
speaker is [terrific] …”
-Muriel
McElhaney
“Very uplifting and positive.
A way/ways to move on with love and compassion—to move [ahead] …”
-Diane
Wing
“Excellent”
-Kathy
Weiss
“[T]he overall program was A+
I enjoyed the speaker and her style of delivery”
-Lem Bradley
“COULD NOT HAVE BEEN DONE BETTER”
-Mike
Alva
“[U]plifting”
“She is pleasant, real and easy to listen to—Surprisingly
on target in a very simple way.”
“Good speaker—you believe what she says.”
“Excellent—positive—motivating”
“Speaker was energetic, lively, positive.”
“Excellent!”
“I like her sense of humor and overall [it’s] fantastic”
“You
were excellent. I thought your program
was very helpful.”
“It was great and Wendy is an even better motivator”
“Her obvious happiness was a joy to see—very interesting
presentation”
“Excellent”
“Excellent content, well organized, very relevant”
“Great Speaker Loved her Energy!”
"DON'T BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK:
TEN ILLUSIONS WE LIVE WITH
THAT PREVENT US FROM FINDING
TRUE HAPPINESS"
THE WELLNESS COMMUNITY,
SOUTH BAY CITIES PRESENTATION
APRIL 17, 2009
"I never thought of cancer as an opportunity before…
I really loved this positive approach…
great [program]-enthusiastic [speaker].”
- Lynn Bryant
“[Most valuable to me was the] expression of love and support....She did a great job.” - Cheryl Proulx “Very good—[the speaker] really cares for the people [and is] learning more and more to care for herself and [is] teaching others. “Good [program.] Very Good [speaker.]” “Humble, Sweet [speaker], wants to help—and did.
“[I appreciated most] the empathy, acceptance, happiness expressed by Wendy ….
Very Good [program and speaker].”
–Irene Ellington
“Excellent. She allowed the audience to participate in the workshop.”
–Anthony Gipson
–Jackie Childers
“Great!”
–Sandi Michaelian
“Wendy, I liked your personal stories, [hearing about your] experience, [and the] fun, colorful, visual reinforcement [you gave] by simple line drawings[, which makes it] easy to understand….
Excellent—thanks for sharing …”
– Janice Lukstem
“[The speaker did] very well.”
–Sharon Dragan
“All of it [was most valuable to me.]
Good [program and speaker]”
–Joseph Navkean
“IT WAS INSPIRING EXCELLENT”
–Teresa Green
“Very personable! I really enjoyed the hand-drawn artwork.”
“Very animated and endearing speaker.”
“EXCELLENT”
“Very enthusiastic speaker. Good reminders.”
[She is] organized and ready to share/teach.”
“Speaker was clear and conne[cted] with audience.”
“The program offered concepts that are [a] great help to [those] go[ing] through challenging times.”
“Very uplifting….very positive”
“Interesting and well-presented.”
“Excellent”
“A-1”
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING
about
THE PILLARS OF HAPPINESS I & II
WORKSHOPS
THE WELLNESS COMMUNITY,
SOUTH BAY CITIES
MAY 2nd & 16th 2009
"Wendy's positivity permeates the room. It's hard not to feel joy when in the presence of such a great attitude toward life."
-Raylene Prout
“Very positive”
-Gary (R) Peck
“Very Good, Very upbeat & positive”
“Wonderful. Very positive.”
“…[It]’s wonderful and lead[s] us to choosing and doing better for ourselves.”
“I enjoyed it.”
“Very enjoyable authentic—”
“Very good.”
“Helpful” “[The program is] definitely worthwhile—remind[s] me of [the] importance of daily living” “Excellent” -Anthony Gipson THE ART OF HAPPINESS: THE THEORY SAN PEDRO & PENINSULA YMCA PRESENTATION JANUARY 10, 2010
“Both [program & speaker were] excellent” –Donna Helstrom,
Reiki Master “Great presentation.
Interesting theory. Logical.” “Excellent.” –Judy Trupillo “More than excellent” – Lorie Dolce “Program was excellent.
Thorough re[garding] subject & hypotheses.” “You [showed a]… fascinating way that human groups act
& react toward each other. Keep the passion.” “VERY, VERY GOOD.” -Marc “Wendy is a great speaker.
The theory…she presented w[as]… so true to life. It makes you look at social groups, everyday
groups[,] & reference groups in a different light.” “It was very valuable information[.] Thank you for sharing
with us!” “It was very good
and informative.” “…helpful in making me understand my situation.” “very good!
poignant!” “… very interesting & educating.” “Very good.” “Overall was excellent.”
"[G]reat [program]—Wendy really believes in what she is doing.”
The Art of Happiness: Spirituality, Society, & The Self Presentation San Pedro & Peninsula, YMCA February 9, 2010
“INCREDIBLY GREAT—MIND BOGGELING"
–Stanley Field
“The strongest energy that was there was love.”
–Kasey Kugel
“Excellent speaker. Excellent presentation.”
-Lorie Dolce
“SHE IS EXCELLENT, VERY INTERESTING”
–Mr. Zsolt Carl Petroczy
“wonderful[,] inspiring.”
-Mirka Rhyne
“Very articulate
program: LOVE”
-Kathy Petroczy
“…[G]reat”
-Miriam
Greas
“…[E]xcellent”
-Angela Misceo
Don’t
Believe Everything You Think:
Ten Illusions
We Live With that Prevent Us from Finding True Happiness
The
Wellness Community, South Bay Cities Presentation
April
16, 2010
“I
really loved the whole presentation….Just what I needed to hear. Wonderful!”
-Lorna
Damon
EXCELLENT,
VERY POSITIVE”
-Claire
Aukerman
Former
Real Estate Agent, Widow, & Breast Cancer Survivor (1993 diagnosis)
“Positive attitude & inspiration by speaker.
She
gives hope[,] too…
Very,
very good.”
-Louise
Kirst-Kaye
“…Very
encouraging…excellent”
-Anne
Nelson
“I
thought Wendy was an inspirational and positive speaker….
She
gave many great ways to change our attitude and thoughts in negative life
situations.”
-Mary
Nieraeth
“Good
pic[ture]s … [&] ideas…
enthusiastic…warm…approachable”
-Leo
Yee, The Wellness Community
“Excellent”
-Anthony
Gipson
“Excellent”
-Paula
Redmond
“She
was great. Inspirational!”
-Claire
Lichter
“The information was very clear. She was very
enthusiastic.”
-Lily
Selwa, Patient
“Excellent!”
-Lenore
Snodey
“[J]ust simply insightful…V[ery]. g[oo]d”
-Jim
Goodrich, Boss
“[G]reat
(A+)”
-Gary
Spurlock
“100%.
tops”
-Kathy
Whiting, Retired Teacher
“Art
of Happiness”
The
Wellness Community, South Bay Cities Presentation
March
19, 2010
Both [program
and speaker] were excellent—uplifting, inspiring, created [a] sense of safety,
freedom, choice, strength in myself. [An] opportunity to learn valuable
life skills to apply to all aspects and
situations…. vibrant,
well-spoken, heartfelt”
-Val
Hillburn
“Reinforcement
of Love as the essence of a good life.
Fear
is not real.
… you
completed the circle of life with your presentation…
complete,
clear, powerful, great”
-Boni
Tobin
“Very
well presented…”
-Eglis
Deto
“The
Art of Happiness subject [is] appealing and attracts the kind of energy
I[’d] like to foster also. Wendy-Love your spirit and bright Light.
Your “performance art”—theatrical/actress style [is] contagious. Love the
art—simple/communicative to every subject. Makes me inspired to be
creative/bold/brave!”
“Inspirational
and hopeful…”
-Gary
Spurlock
“Very,
very uplifting and helpful for me….This speech is giving me more desire and
hope that I will again or already [be] getting happy with my life.”
-Cindy
“Excellent”
-Edith
Meier
“…
very motivational and encouraging….”
-Nastaran
Faghihi, Student
“EXCELLENT”
-David
Brook
“Your
honesty & love of life [was most valuable to me]!”
-Marge
Goodrich, MFT
“Inspirational”
“…ABUNDANT
JOY AND POSITIVE PERSPECTIVE SHARED”
“…
very moving and descriptive…”
“AWESOME”
“Inspirational
& uplifting”
“EXCELLENT”
“…A REMINDER THAT LIFE IS GOOD”