Bounce started as an idea that transformed into a movement. Several years ago I invited a group of women to get together and talk about our need for change. Our lives were going well, but we wanted more challenge or growth. We wanted to be living our lives at our best— learning, growing and transforming. We didn’t want to coast. Coasting only works going downhill. We wanted lives filled with joy and meaning. We wanted Bounce!

Other women heard about our little “circle” and wanted to join. We soon realized we had tapped an unmet need: the need for connection with other women who held similar values, to focus on our strengths and move toward creating lives of joy and fulfillment. We certainly hadn’t expected to ignite grass-roots enthusiasm with Bounce, but we did. We set up a small event for 20 to 25 women whom we thought of as likeminded and who would be willing to try something new. Our inaugural event was held in Seattle on October 29, 2007. Eighty women attended—76 of whom signed up for the next Bounce meeting. Bounce, Be Transformed ® was launched.

We focused the event on women because we believe the world will benefit from more female influence. Women’s intuitive way of finding creative solutions to problems can help make the world safer and healthier. Women’s work as caregivers and nurturers could eliminate world hunger. Women’s work as homemakers can lead to restoring the global environment. Women’s work of teaching people to understand one another can lead to world peace. But women’s work is also about having fun while seeking both joy and meaning.

Another facet of Bounce is that we all enjoy and appreciate men. We live in a very rich country with many privileges, largely because of the work and values of men. Each of us has men—husbands, fathers, sons, brothers, friends and relatives—whom we love and respect. Using Bounce principles, we want to learn how to be with men in even more inspired and loving ways.

The beauty of Bounce is its simplicity—anyone can Bounce! Change does not need to be difficult or gut-wrenching. In fact, changing ourselves can be fun, especially when we blend our energy with that of others. Bounce is a simple and fun approach to life. It is based on the belief that by changing our thinking, focusing on creating joy and meaning, we can live in a process of ongoing transformation, becoming our best and inspiring others to become their best. We can change our minds, our lives, and the world!
Seven women have taken Bounce from an idea about how to be their personal best to a guide for you. Like everyone, we have each hit something hard in life and we have bounced! Read our stories and learn to Bounce. Bounce Be Transformed –Change your mind, change your life, change the world!

 

 

 

 

 

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Dr. Lana says, Make a list of memories, activities, talents or abilities you have that bring you joy. These are your strengths-be intentional about bringing these strengths to the forefront of your thoughts and choices.

Dr. Lana Stahei
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Seattle, WA 980122

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