Way of the Champion | Winter 2021 by Michele Modellas

NEW YEAR. NEW VISION. TIME TO WIN BIG.

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LETTER FROM THE EDITOR Hello Champions and hello to a NEW YEAR — 2021. I am looking for every great thing this year has for us all. The new year is a time to turn the page to a new chapter. We can view this next chapter as a clean slate and we have the privilege and the opportunity to create all that is best for our lives. We recognize 2020 was filled with unexpected twists and turns and we have the choice to move forward and look to the new year with great expectations to create a life we design! The goal for this magazine is to encourage you to live The Way of the Champion. It’s about being the best versions of ourselves and knowing we can push beyond our own beliefs, circumstances, and life interruptions. Champions risk and may even fail. But, they don’t stay down. They always Michele Modellas get back up. They view a set-back as a set up for a great come back! They learn from the past, press forward and transform their life by pushing through internal or external resistance. delete There is a champion in every one of us!

I’m excited for this issue of The Way of the Champion magazine. You will find articles, tools and information to help you live your best life…and inspire you to increase Determination, Confidence and Vitality in all you do. These are key elements of being a champion! And, to live as a champion, it is vital to nourish, nurture, and manage every part of your life. Paying attention to every aspect of your life ~ mind, body, soul ~ allows you to Tap Into Vitality and live a rich and full life. The beginning of each new year is a key time to take inventory in all areas of life and develop new strategies to achieve goals. I’m thrilled to be with you on your 2021 journey and quest for chasing your dreams AND seeing them come to fruition this year! As you flip through the pages, my intention is for you to be inspired by the information and resources. More importantly, my desire is for you to be motivated to take action ~ Action in the area(s) of your life you want transformed. It’s time to stop allowing life to happen to you. It’s time to live like a champion!

Let’s start this year, paying ATTENTION to our INTENTIONS, to be strong, healthy and full of vitality.

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The Way of the Champion means you choose excellence as your driving force. It means you are up for a challenge and ready to overcome it, no matter how tough. Champions have the ability to focus their vision to make it a reality, in spite of challenges or obstacles that come. A champion will push themselves because they are determined not to be held down. Champion means one is brave, courageous, confident, and not afraid to pursue the uncertain. A champion is actually living life full out with passion and on purpose. They are ready to defend themselves, defend what is right, and push through any circumstance.

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DIVE DEEPER INTO THE WAY OF THE CHAMPION

TAP INTO VITALITY

THE ULTIMATE SUPPLEMENT

05 ABOUT MICHELE MODELLAS ARE STRONG, BRILLIANT, 06 YOU AND FULL OF VITALITY

07 HOW TO ACHIEVE A CHAMPION MINDSET

SEEING AND SEIZING THE GREATNESS OF THE SEA TURTLE

11 OH, HAPPY CHEMICALS! 12 INGREDIENT IN THE SPOTLIGHT 14 WHAT'S THE 4-1-1 ON H20? 10 great reasons to get your daily water.

30 10 IMMUNE BOOSTING AND

DEVELOP AN ATTITUDE OF GRATITUDE

GOAL SETTING FOR THE NEW YEAR

A state of gratitude takes intention. It takes consistent practice â&#x20AC;&#x201D; and maybe the help of a Gratitude Jar.

Ten free templates to help you sit down and make a plan to succeed in 2021 and beyond. Grab your pen and get started!

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DAILY HEALTH REASONS TO GET YOUR DAILY DOSE FROM LEMONS

10 IMMUNE BOOSTING AND DAILY HEALTH REASONS TO GET YOUR DAILY DOSE FROM LEMONS

32 THE BENEFITS TO LIVING THE WAY OF THE CHAMPION

34 THE M.O.D.E.L.L.A.S. METHOD How to create Champion results in your life.

OUR DEEPEST FEAR

Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness That most frightens us. We ask ourselves Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous? Actually, who are you not to be? You are a child of God. Your playing small Does not serve the world. There's nothing enlightened about shrinking So that other people won't feel insecure around you. We are all meant to shine, As children do. We were born to make manifest The glory of God that is within us. It's not just in some of us; It's in everyone. And as we let our own light shine, We unconsciously give other people permission to do the same. As we're liberated from our own fear, Our presence automatically liberates others. MARIANNE WILLIAMSON NOTE: This inspiring poem is taken from Marianne Williamson's book A Return to Love. Though often quoted as part of Nelson Mandela's moving inaugural speech, "Our Deepest Fear" does not appear in the speech. Marianne Williamson herself has commented on this mistaken attribution.

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ABOUT MICHELE MODELLAS I grew up in Sacramento, CA and was raised by a single mother for most of my childhood, except for several years in early elementary school when she was married to a man who was not a good role model and was abusive to her. I witnessed things children shouldn’t. She was strong and brave enough to leave, and she did what she was able to do to provide for my brother and me. I'm happy that my mom eventually married and experienced 25 years with the love of her life after such struggling years. In early years, we lived in quite a few different apartments (some in areas not so great). I was exposed to a diverse group of people and I didn’t know anything different. Some say I could have ended up using those situations as an excuse to not amount to anything or to not have goals for a different life. What I knew was that I needed to work if I wanted more than the basics that my mother worked hard to provide. I remember being the babysitter that would take the lower paying jobs; figuring little money was better than no money and I wanted cute school clothes. I remember having to walk miles with my sack of newspapers over my shoulder to deliver papers to my customers at 5 a.m. when my bike was broken one summer. I also had a couple of fast food summer jobs and department store gigs. Even back then, I was determined to do what was necessary to be able to have the things that were important to me and to experience what I knew was out there. I have always had an entrepreneurial drive. High school years were fun. They were not strugglefree, but I had a lot of great experiences. I was in student government, and I was a cheerleader. I got married less than two weeks after graduation, and started a family immediately. I always held a job and advanced my career, but I wasn’t satisfied just doing the “9-5 J.O.B.” so I had side jobs and work-from-home ventures selling products and creating various products and programs. There really is a job for everything and as a certified consultant for 18 years, I had a business where I taught, consulted, and sold products for breastfeeding mothers. I rented out breast pumps and I taught parent education through hospitals. I was on boards of directors for philanthropic organizations. I became a licensed real estate agent. I knew there was more to life than to go to an office and make some-one else’s vision a reality. I knew I had a passion for empowering others to obtain more out of life. In 2005, I resigned from my job, which was a wonderful place to work with great people. I took a risk, and I started a meeting planning, and association management company. I began to find more associations who were looking for contracted companies to create meetstressful

ings, conferences, and manage their associations. I had always wanted to own my own business, and that was a great opportunity. In the first year of starting my own company, my world came to a crashing halt. In life, there are five most stressful events one can go through; I was facing most of those simultaneously. Within days of my mother passing, my primary client and I parted ways. Shortly after, I decided to make a long-awaited courageous decision to leave a 23+ year marriage. And then things got worse. I faced the most challenging times of my existence. During a 4-year divorce process and losing just about everything, I questioned everything about my life and my purpose. Without going into the ugly details, I finally came to that point where I had to make a decision. I chose to live well, to embrace the challenges and then change myself. I literally transformed my physical, mental, emotional and spiritual life. I jumped at opportunities for growth, stepping into my discomfort zone, meeting new people, trying new things, travelling the world, and living life on purpose! It didn’t happen overnight, but with determination, I decided not to let life’s challenges stop me from being authentic or true to my convictions. I would not live a contented life and allow complacency to continue to have its way with me. I began to inspire others to do the same, without even knowing I was. I started speaking to groups and organizations about overcoming challenges, becoming a champion in your life, discovering your purpose, how confidence opens opportunities, how to thrive in business and achieve results, and how having a 3-D formula for life and business sets you apart (to name a few). I took experiences, skills and talents from my life and my corporate career to further develop my event planning company. In addition to coaching and corporate consulting, I started the Global Association for Women in Transformation. As an entrepreneur, I am continuously tapping into opportunities for wealth creation and wealth building. I’m passionate about working with clients, meeting them where they are, and empowering them to do the same. They can take their vision and achieve results. My latest and very exciting venture is the creation of my own nutritional supplement line—Tap Into Vitality. My first product, Vitality, is launching and ready for distribution.

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“YOU ARE STRONG, BRILLIANT, HEALTHY AND FULL OF VITALITY. YOU ARE MORE THAN YOU CAN EVEN IMAGINE.” — Michele Modellas

YES I AM I am enough. I am blessed. I radiate positive energy. I am strong. I can do this. My life is thriving. I exude confidence. I see endless opportunities before me. I honor my commitments to myself. My life is full of blessings. I have an abundance of energy. I am worthy. The world needs my light… I let it shine bright. I am prosperous. I believe in me. I am determined. I am focused. I am healthy. I am more than enough. I am full of VITALITY.

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TO ACHIEVE A CHAMPION MINDSET: Stay Focused Trust the process and go through the journey Avoid dwelling on the negative Understand the mind is extremely powerful— manage it wisely Reverse engineer goals Have positive self-talk Be ready for change— Change is good and will continually happen View failures as options for growth Surround yourself with people who are going after AND achieving goals—friends, mentors, and coaches Maintain integrity and honor your values Acknowledge the things you love about your life and decide how to make changes to the areas you don’t love Decide to thrive in life… not just survive— regardless of how you get shaken up

A CHAMPION BY COMMON DEFINITION: Someone who shows marked superiority, someone who is strong, a person who shows courage and fights for what is right! I just love music, and there are so many uplifting songs. In the words from Katy Perry’s song "Rise":

I won’t just survive, oh, you will see me THRIVE. I won’t just conform, no matter how you shake my core. Don’t doubt it… VICTORY IS IN MY VEINS. I know it! I’ll fight! I will transform! I WILL STILL RISE!

I encourage you… I even challenge you…

Stand UP, step OUT and EMBRACE

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SEEING AND SEIZING

THE GREATNESS OF THE SEA TURTLE by Michele Modellas

Travel is a big part of my life and I recently spent a couple weeks in the wonderful land of Sayulita, spent

Mexico. My experiences there were beyond anything I had imagined they would be. I woke one morning and spent some time journaling on the balcony outside my room. I was facing the ocean and hearing the gentle waves crash on the shore that was literally steps from my room. As I was reading a devotional, the words Seeing and Seizing were mentioned. I began to journal about setting myself up to see and seize, with great expectation, the incredible opportunities that God has been preparing for me. I wrote about my gratitude of being in Sayulita, being with amazing friends and the opportunity to see all the beauty of the land and people of the place. My travel companions and I had talked about experiencing taking part in releasing sea turtles that day if they had hatched and were ready. There was a spot down the beach where a volunteer organization incubates and cares for the eggs that had been laid, and collected by them, in order to save them from poachers and/or other harm to them. They care for the eggs until the turtles hatch and then release them back into the ocean. I was inspired to google about sea turtles and find out a little more about them. I became excited about these amazing creatures. I discovered they symbolize: Wisdom Ancient Wisdom Patience Endurance Grounding Good luck Longevity Peace Emotional Strength Turtles are known for slow movement and calculated steps taken to signify wisdom and patienceâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;important virtues

virtues in life. They are also known for having a steadfast mind that brings confidence and calm to their emotional state. Innately, baby turtles know to go to back to the sea after they are hatched. The release process was quite an experience! We werenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t allowed to touch them. We could only gently place the bowl, containing the newly hatched baby, on the sand. These babies are released to the ocean at just one day after hatching. They encounter obstacles from day one of their life. We had fun giving our

THE WAY OF THE CHAMPION our babies motivational talks and empowering words before letting them down. We had an instant affection and concern for their wellbeing. They had to get themselves about 15 feet from our release spot to the water. As the waves hit the shore, they would either help draw the turtle into the water, or push it further onto the shore. The turtles would get tired and pause to rest before continuing their journey to their ocean home. Amazingly enough, they do know to go toward the water. Their determination to go to where they know was incredible to witness. I couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t help but think about their endurance to press through the obstacles that come against them as being that of a champion. They know their unique path and they follow it. I encourage you to think about the greatness of the sea turtle, obstacles they overcome and how they instinctively know the direction to take. Do you notice any similarities in your own life or do you desire to develop any of the characteristics? There is so much to learn from these peaceful creatures. The experience was definitely an opportunity to seize.

Their determination to go to where they know was incredible to witness. I couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t help but think about their endurance to press through the obstacles that come against them as being that of a champion. They know their unique path and they follow it.

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TRANSFORM YOUR LIFE

from the inside out 12 MODULE PROGRAM

SUPPORTING YOU IN TRANSFORMING YOUR LIFE—MIND, BODY, SOUL Transformation = A complete change in the appearance or character of something or someone… an extreme and radical change. It is a marked change in appearance, a metamorphosis. Are you feeling stuck, complacent or want to make a change in one or more areas of your life?

This program is designed to catapult you into an amazing life transformation so you can live fully and freely in all you have been created to be. Living a life of purpose is such a gift.

It’s time to stop playing small, take the steps to CREATE RESULTS, THRIVE AND TRANSFORM YOUR LIFE!

Module Topics: Total Transformation Program Includes: Videos

TRANSFORMATION FOCUS

GIVING

FREEDOM

LOVE & LAUGHTER

TAKING ACTION

FORGIVENESS

BEING BRAVE

PLAYING FULL OUT

SISTERHOOD/FRIENDSHIPS

MOVEMENT

FINDING YOUR MOJO

INSPIRATION/POSITIVITY

Guest interviews (from individuals around the world) Written lesson plans Action points for you to work on to achieve your results You will move through the focus area of each module and implement change through the processes and activities.

Bonus Items: Access to a private Facebook group for you to engage with others in this community Monthly Q&A calls Weekly encouragement

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Oh, Happy Chemicals! Did you get yours today?

One day, I had finished a 35-mile bike ride in one of my favorite places in Southern California. I had been riding a couple hours at a leisurely pace down the strand from Hermosa beach toward Venice Beach. It was a great people watching day. As I rode, I observed people out walking their dogs, skateboarding, rollerblading, running, walking and partaking in healthy activities in the gorgeous sunshine. I was energized just watching and listening to the bits of conversations as I rode past everyone. I could sort of piece together parts of conversations and smile at how much life was happening all around me. I noticed how alive people seemed to be out there that day. And, how could they not be with the ocean views, fresh air to breathe, the sun shining on their face, and how they were creating movement with their bodies? Endorphins. Serotonin. Dopamine. Have you heard of these happy chemicals? They are produced in your body and released when you exercise and when you are outdoors. Exercising outdoors creates even greater benefit. These happy chemicals can make you feel alive, excited and have increased energy. Yes, even if you are exercising. These happy chemicals can give you a feeling of having a super power. People identify with having much more creativity and productivity, feeling naturally happier and excited as a result of these happy chemicals. They are some of the golden keys to tap into vitality and feel amazing. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m determined to help people live their best life now! This includes doing all the things that are going to create and develop adventure, fun and confidence. I encourage you to get outdoors, get to the ocean, the mountains or your neighborhood parkâ&#x20AC;Ś Anywhere outdoors that will help you release your happy chemicals and get some good movement! 11

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TAP INTO VITALITY WITH ADAPTOGENS! by Michele Modellas

Adaptogens. By definition, they are nontoxic plant extracts that increase the body’s ability to resist pl

damaging effects of stress and promote or restore normal physiological functioning. They create and store important chemicals needed by the body to handle stress (dopamine—our happy chemical, norepinephrine, epinephrine—all very valuable to our body). Adaptogens have been around and studied for a long time, but they are more recently gaining increased attention. They are fast becoming the choice for people to combat adrenal fatigue. They are a protector for our body, our health, and our overall wellness. They help with anti-aging and are a great source of antioxidants and anti-inflammatory agents. An antioxidant is what protects nerve cells from the daily harmful free-radicals. They basically help prevent damage to your cells in your body. Adaptogens strengthen the adrenal system—similar to how muscles benefit from exercise, adaptogens build and strengthen the adrenal glands. So, what are adrenal glands and why are they so important? They are extremely important to overall health and the protection of the body. We have two that are about the size of the top part of our thumbs and they are just above our kidneys. They help control blood sugar, they burn protein and fat, they react to stressors like illness and injury, and help regulate blood pressure. They are extremely sensitive to stress and will attempt to regulate the body by releasing hormones to help deal with the anxiety or other stress emotions. When our adrenals become overtaxed and begin to malfunction, we will feel fatigued and exhausted and can harm our body. If we have adrenal fatigue, we could also experience feelings of mild depression, food allergies, lack of energy, heart issues, the need for more effort to perform daily tasks or a decreased ability to handle “normal stress.” Adaptogens are a winning combination for adrenal health, as well as having overall health benefits to the body and brain. Adaptogens are considered generally safe, non-toxic, and non-habit forming. They help normal 12

ize systems and bring balance to the body. They are not a stimulant or a sedative. They help the body adapt to environmental and psychological stresses. They also support the major systems in the body—the nervous system, immune system and the endocrine system. Studies on humans throughout history show how adaptogens help the body maintain health during extreme phases of stress and exhaustion. They help decrease sensitivity to stressors, which result in the body going into a stress protection mode. Instead of exhaustion, the anti-fatigue effect of adaptogens is activated and the body maintains rather than spiking and dropping. They increase the body's resistance to physical, chemical, biological, and psychological stressors. Some of the more well-known adaptogens are: Asian Ginseng American Ginseng Ashwagandha Goji Berry Licorice Root Rhodiola Root Holy Basil Siberian Ginseng Optimize your health with incorporating adaptogens into your daily supplement intake. Adaptogens are crucial to being able to tap into vitality and live a full and bold life.

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INGREDIENT IN THE SPOTLIGHT: RHODIOLA ROOT EXTRACT

2020 has created some stressors. The quality of our health has never been more important—both physical and mental. Adaptogens aid in optimal health and wellbeing. Rhodiola Root Extract is another champion ingredient in the proprietary formula of Vitality™ . It is used as an "adaptogen" to help balance the adrenal glands and provide the body with so many benefits. It is most commonly used for helping to increase energy, endurance, strength, and mental capacity. Its name, adaptogen, comes from its ability to help the body adapt to and resist physical, chemical, and environmental stress. It has the powerful ability to keep your body, energy, and mind balanced when life throws you an unexpected change.

Benefits of this little gem of a plant include:

Combat fatigue from physical and mental stress and restore normal patterns of sleeping after stress

Increased mental performance, increased alertness, attention, and wellbeing because it decreases mental fatigue

Balances blood sugar. Blood sugar imbalance is one of the main causes of diabetes and prediabetes. Oxidative stress can also contribute to diabetes. This can cause damage to the cells of your vital organs. Rhodiola acts as a natural antioxidant in your body and may protect your beta cells from oxidation. May suppress production of Cortisol — too much cortisol production can cause weight gain, particularly in the midsection Increased fatty tissue breakdown when used in conjunction with moderate exercise

Reduced stress and anxiety

Increased stamina and energy production and more efficient use of energy by the body

Increased levels of Serotonin — the happy brain chemicals that help with stabilizing mood, digestion, and sleeping

Protects against exposure to toxic chemicals

Increased athletic abilities. Studies have indicated taking Rhodiola before exercise can increase your oxygen capacity and speed. 13 Photo via Garden.org

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10 GREAT REASONS TO GET YOUR DAILY WATER You may not realize all the benefits to your body that drinking the appropriate amount of water, daily, provides. And by water, this means water…not tea, not sports drinks, not anything else other than plain water! (In fact, adding caffeine to your daily intake creates the need for even more water.) To function properly, all the cells and organs of the body need water.

It lubricates the joints: Cartilage, found in joints and the disks of the spine, contains about 80% water. Long-term dehydration can reduce the joints' shock-absorbing ability, which can lead to joint pain.

It delivers oxygen throughout the body: Blood is more than 90% water, and blood carries oxygen to different parts of the body. It boosts skin health and beauty: With dehydration, the skin can become more vulnerable to skin disorders and premature wrinkling.

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It cushions the brain, spinal cord, and other sensitive tissues: Dehydration can affect brain structure and function. It is also involved in the production of hormones and neurotransmitters. Prolonged dehydration can lead to problems with thinking and reasoning. The digestive system depends on it: The bowel needs water to work properly. Dehydration can lead to digestive problems, constipation and an overly acidic stomach. This increases the risk of heartburn and stomach ulcers, among other things. It flushes body waste: Water is needed in the processes of sweating and removal of urine and feces. It helps maintain blood pressure: A lack of water can cause blood to become thicker, increasing blood pressure. It prevents kidney damage: The kidneys regulate fluid in the body. Insufficient water can lead to kidney stones and other problems. The kidneys filter around 120-150 quarts of fluid. Water is essential for the kidneys to function. The leading cause of kidney stones is a lack of water. It can boost performance during exercise: There are studies that show dehydration reduces performance in activities lasting longer than 30 minutes. Weight loss: Water may also help with weight loss. The body burns more calories when properly hydrated. "Preloading" with water before meals can also help prevent overeating by creating a sense of fullness.

How much is enough? At minimum, men should drink around 100 ounces, or 12.5 cups of water per day. Women should drink around 73 ounces, or just over 9 cups or water, per day. An easy formula to remember is to drink half your body weight, in ounces, each day. YOUR BRAIN AND THE NEED FOR WATER AND HYDRATION: Even mild dehydration (1-3% of body weight) can have a negative effect on the many aspects of brain function. Hydration during exercise is critical, and it’s important to ramp up the hydration with exercise or when hotter conditions exist. Cheers to the benefits of H2O!

DEVELOP AN ATTITUDE OF

A state of gratitude takes intention. It takes consistent practice to develop the attitude of gratitude. Have you heard the expression, “We find what we look for”? It’s so true. When we focus on being grateful and expressing that gratitude, it becomes easier to find more and more to be grateful for. It can shift a mood and turn a frown upside down. A rewarding and fun way to remember all you are grateful for is to have a Gratitude Jar. You decide how often you want to drop a gratitude note in your jar… daily, weekly, bi-weekly. Once you decide, commit to the practice. Write down what you are grateful for on a colorful piece of paper and drop it in the jar. That’s it! Simple! Then, at the end of the year, take some time to read all the notes of gratitude you had throughout the year. You may decide to read yours on Thanksgiving as an added way to celebrate the day.

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VITALITY by Michele Modellas Do you struggle with brain fog, lack of focus and lack of motivation? Do you overcaffeinate or use artificial/ harmful ingredients to raise or regain your energy level, and STILL struggle? Then, you need Vitality, a proprietary blend of vitamins, amino acids, and ingredients, with over $10 million in clinical studies, that will give you the vitality you want and deserve in your life. It is safe and effective for daily use and doesn’t contain added sugars or caffeine. Nourish your brain, increase your energy without a “high or jitter,” experience mental clarity and focus, and feel confident with this daily beverage. Each serving is refreshing, delicious, and is the perfect start to your day. If you need an afternoon pick-me-up or you are heading out for a good workout, let Vitality help you get the best out of your day— naturally.

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WHO IS VITALITY FOR? This incredible product is for anyone who wants more energy, increased mental clarity and focus, enhanced fitness stamina, and endurance. It’s for all the baby boomers who want to remain active and mentally sharp for many years to come, for the athlete in all of us who loves a great workout session, for anyone who wants to feel great and still have energy at the end of the day instead for feeling run down. This product was developed with you in mind!

ORDER YOURS NOW AT TAPINTOVITALITY.COM! IT ALL STARTED WHEN... Having energy, clear mental focus, stamina to live a life of adventure and the ability to feel great in all areas of my life is vital to me! Fitness and exercise and having done all of the endurance races I have in the past years has made me much more aware of the need for not only the proper nutrition for my health, but nutrition and supplements so I can thrive in my daily life, personally and professionally. Last year, I had a surgery in June for an issue that affects as many as one in two women. I was anticipating being in a recovery mode for about 3 months, with certain weight-bearing restrictions. My doctor shared with me that due to my great health overall, my energy and zest for life, I would do great post-surgery. However, I found myself with extremely low energy for much longer than expected, which shocked both my doctor and me. We weren’t sure if it was due to effects from the general anesthesia, the procedures themselves (two procedures with two doctors doing tag-team procedures), or something else. I don’t like to take pain medication, so I stopped that about a week after surgery because I didn’t like the way it made me feel. I was also prescribed 600 mg Motrin to take several times a day to help reduce inflammation. But even that caused ongoing dizziness for about 8 weeks before I stopped taking it. I eventually began to start feeling a little better. In November, we discovered I needed to have another— unexpected—surgery, which was scheduled for the following month (December). Two major surgeries within 5 months is a lot on anyone’s body, and I found myself, once again, with low energy, not feeling well, and very frustrated at the amount of time I had not felt myself. Having previously been very active with running, fitness and exercise, traveling, and working, it was very difficult to have to be so inactive and tired most of the time.

For the past twelve years, I had been focused on a healthy lifestyle which included clean eating, taking vitamins and supplements, regular exercise, and a very active life of travel, fitness training, and work. Even prior to the surgeries, there were products and supplements I took that were just “okay.” Many of the ingredients weren’t the best that I wanted my body to have. There would be several benefits and great ingredients, but then there would be an ingredient or two that were either not natural or even harmful. After the surgeries and experiencing this lack of energy, I decided I needed to do something about what was missing. Having tried a lot of supplements and different products (both from network marketing companies and natural food stores), I knew if I needed a solution to the missing piece of the puzzle, I would have to create it myself.

FINDING A FORMULATOR I set out and began asking around within my business network of professionals for someone who could help me with formulating exactly what I wasn’t able to find in stores or online. I was introduced to a formulator who has been in the business over 25 years. After our initial discussion of what my overall objectives were, the type of product I was looking to create, and the natural and quality ingredients it needed to have, the ball started rolling. It has been nearly a year in the making to ensure there would be no compromise in the quality of ingredients. I knew it needed to be something I could take every day and get results for my overall health and energy. It needed to be something I could take to en-hance my athletic performance, and it definitely needed to be something that would help with creativity, mental clarity, and focus to all the details I work with in my life. It needed to embody my personal branding and character elements of determination and confidence. If my name was going to be behind the product, I knew it needed to be effective, safe, and of value for anyone using it.

LOGOS AND WEBSITES, OH MY... I began to sketch out a company logo, a product logo and symbol, along with verbiage for a website. With the help of who I call, “the amazing Amy” (AKA, my web designer and graphics expert), that all came to life!

WHY TAP INTO VITALITY? I remember meeting with a new business coach a couple of years ago, and in our initial get to know each other session, he made a comment to me that in spite of everything I had gone through in my past, the word vitality kept coming to his mind. He said, “You are the epitome of vitality.” A couple of months later, I decided to create a YouTube video series entitled, “Tap Into Vitality" I

THE WAY OF THE CHAMPION where I began to upload ideas and information, in short videos, on how one can create vitality in their lives and therefore have a reservoir to tap into. I felt it was fitting for the company to be called Tap Into Vitality and my first product to be called Vitality!

INGREDIENTS ARE EVERYTHING... So here we are! Vitality is ready for launch and distribution to the marketplace. It is a powder formula, and all you do is add water for a tasty beverage. Drinking the beverage, you can be confident you will receive benefits like no other product on the market! I’m extremely proud to have trademarked ingredients in the product that have over $10 million in clinical studies behind them. My proprietary formula includes six different B vitamins, with the B9 vitamin being one of the trademarked ingredients that will knock your socks off with all the benefits. It has achieved awards and recognition worldwide! It is loaded with brain nourishing and boosting ingredients. Suntheanine is another trademarked ingredient that has many health benefits, including increased cognitive function, better mental focus, and an increased immune system, to name a few. The special combination of adaptogens include Ashwagandha Root, Asian Ginseng Root, and Rhodiola Root, which have amazing benefits to decrease brain fog, increase focus, give you energy, provide anti-aging effects to the body, reduce stress and cortisol levels in the body… and so much more. The magnesium is great for your heart, your bones, your mood, and your sleep. It contains Polyphenols, which have endless benefits including booting digestion, aiding your brain health, and the bonus effects of powerful antioxidants. It is naturally sweetened with monk fruit and stevia and has a beautiful rich purple color from the natural blackcurrant with a gentle and natural berry flavor that doesn’t overpower your taste buds. Please visit the website for a full list of ingredients and benefits.

BUT WAIT... THERE IS MORE TO COME! There are more products to be formulated that will be included in the Tap Into Vitality nutritional supplement line. My objective is for each of the products to be easy to take, easy to travel with, achieves great health results! Ultimately, each product will help you Tap Into Vitality.

A NOTE FROM MICHELE I can’t wait for you to get this product in your system, experience the results and Tap Into Vitality! If you are interested in becoming an affiliate marketer with Tap Into Vitality, please visit the website and send us a message. We will provide all the details for you.

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R O F L A N R U SUCCESS JO N O I T A M R O F S N A R T N I N E M WO Your daily companion to living NOW, abundantly, and transformed in ways beyond what you can even imagine. A journal that allows you a consolidated space for dreams, goals, significance, and gratitude. And this journal is not date specific, so you can begin using it right away, no matter what time of year it is! NOTE: Planner is formatted as 8Â˝" x 11" for maximum writing space and ease of reprinting at home or any local office supply store. Reprint and use year after year.

CREATING YOUR SOUL STATEMENT Start with the core of who you are and what you desire for your life. Create your declaration that sums it all up.

When it takes determination and digging as deep as necessary to live fully and intentionally, having the right tools is vital. This journal was designed to assist you in a daily routine to stay focused. It is designed to be a progressive and proactive approach to your life of a champion!

YOUR GOALS Write down your goals and desires then create action steps to actually accomplish them. You can continue to add to your goals lists. We have separated your goal categories: Health, Family, Relationships, Finance, Career, and Personal Development.

AFFIRMATIONS Create and list out positive affirmations. You can refer to this daily to visualize and create the life you desire.

GRATITUDE JOURNAL List the things you are grateful for. Beginning each day with a mindset of gratitude causes a shift in the way you move throughout your day. Plan your day, reflect on gratitude, create new affirmations you want for that particular day, and write down what can help you gain positive results. Then, just let your thoughts flow and write down what comes to mind. You have a treat with a different positive quote daily at the bottom of each page.

TO GET YOUR FREE SUCCESS JOURNAL, GO TO TRANSFORMWOMEN.COM

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GOAL SETTING FOR THE NEW YEAR

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YOUR DAILY DOSE OF VITAMIN C AND IMMUNE BOOST by Michele Modellas

Lemons are a nutritious fruit packed with vitamin C and a host of antioxidants. Studies suggest many health benefits. Consuming lemon water has many benefits, including kicking the digestive system into action, fighting off infections, and boosting the immune system. It’s an easy way to get your daily dose.

kick-starts your digestive system so earlymorning warm water and lemon is a great start to your day.

Immune Boosting — The abundance of vitamin C in lemon can provide a powerful immune boost. Lemons also increase electrolytes to help support the immune system.

Helps the Body Fight Off Infection — Because lemon juice has antibacterial and antiviral components, it’s a great way to fight off infections. This, combined with the immunity boost, helps keep the body ready to fight off infections as soon as they develop. Additionally, lemon can also soothe a sore throat caused by a viral infection.

Helps Soothe Respiratory Problems — Lemons have antioxidant and antiinflammatory properties that come from vitamin C which may also reduce the severity of colds, allergies, and asthma. The compounds in lemons help ease breathing and calm the respiratory tract due, in part, to the fruit's ability to reduce inflammation and mucus production.

Just add the juice of at least half a fresh lemon to a cup of warm water to your morning routine. Your immune system and your skin will thank you!

10 IMMUNE BOOSTING AND DAILY HEALTH REASONS TO GET YOUR DAILY DOSE FROM LEMONS 1.

Morning Hydration Kick-start — Our bodies need and look for hydration first thing in the morning after a night of sleep and no fluid intake. Water does provide the fluid, but adding lemon provides so many additional benefits. Research shows that warm water kick

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Hydrates the Skin — Revitalize your skin. The vitamin C in lemons can protect against free radical damage and nourish your skin. By improving hydration, you can prevent or reduce the appearance of wrinkles and keep skin looking smooth. Toxins can speed up the aging process. Lemon water can help flush out those toxins and keep skin looking healthy. Helps Digestion — Drink your morning warm lemon water on an empty stomach. This helps your digestion system and helps to ease constipation. The minerals in lemons stimulate healthy bowel function and bowel movements. Encourages Help With Weight Loss — The citrus flavor makes lemon water refreshing and appealing to drink. This may encourage people to drink more fluids throughout the day. It curbs the appetite, provides hydration and helps prevent binges on sugary sweets.

Detoxes the Liver — Symptoms of excessive toxins include constipation, diarrhea, indigestion, nausea, aches and pains, and even memory loss. Lemons are a friend to the liver and cleanse the body of these damaging toxin invaders.

Reduces Inflammation — Many diseases today are a result of chronic inflammation. Lemon water can help fend off free radicals and inflammatory markers in the blood. Lemon water can also help to ease joint pain and stiffness because it can prevent the buildup of uric acid in the joints.

Boost of Energy — Tap Into Vitality 10. Daily with an energizing boost from the

refreshing scent of a lemon. It stimulates physiological functions in the body. Keep your mind alert and hydrated throughout the day. The potassium in lemons can help reduce risk of anxiety. Enjoy lemon water as an afternoon healthy pick-me-up.

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THE BENEFITS TO LIVING THE WAY OF THE CHAMPION In my personal life, I have thrived in the midst of some pretty life-altering and devastating circumstances, and I have chosen to adopt a mantra:

“I won’t let nothing or no one take me out—I’ve got one life, and the rest is still waiting to be written.” MICHELE MODELLAS 2020 was a year of new discoveries with fitness and movement for me. I have come to love hiking. Being out in nature, being with fun people, enjoying the sunshine all feed my mind, body and soul. Added vital benefits are the important immune boosting effects the body receives. The nice thing about hiking is it can be something most everyone can do. Trails are usually marked as “easy,” “moderate," or “difficult” so you can plan accordingly. Knowing the details in advance is a must in order to plan for the correct timing, nutrition to bring, needed gear, and to manage expectation. Hiking is a great way to challenge your mental and your physical abilities. When on a more difficult or challenging trail, your mind may start to wander and think you need to turn back. Your leg muscles may burn and want you to stop. Your hiking buddies may have a slower or faster pace than you and that can start to play games with your mind. Regardless of what is going on, incorporating the Modellas Method to Creating Champion Results in Life, can help you overcome and keep pushing through. Specifically, the M for Mental Toughness and having the ability to bring to life whatever talent and skill you have, on demand. This is a great deal of what is needed to get through a physically challenging trail. And, the L for Living Full Out and embracing adventure and be willing to take risks enables us to achieve the sweet rewards that are so great at the end of the trail. The “endorphin high” at the end of a hike is AMAZING! My friends and I were literally dancing and singing at the top of our lungs in the square in Sayulita, MX when we finished one of my most challenging hikes. We hiked to Monkey Mountain in extreme humidity and on challenging trails. We climbed with our hands and feet on the last stretch to get up to the highest peak. It was as if our 32

our memories of what we just accomplished were erased when we saw the gorgeous sunset and 360 degree views of ocean! It was absolutely breathtaking! I’m proud I tried something new this past year and exchanged my running shoes, for hiking shoes and a backpack, to hike up trails and mountains and near beautiful bodies of water (lakes, rivers and oceans). At times, I was definitely in my discomfort zone. But, oh what an adventure the year brought because of it. I continue to remember some important actions when choosing to live The Way of the Champion: 1. Run your own race, set your own pace, and don’t compare yourself to anyone else. 2. Honor your body, listen to your body and take GOOD CARE of your body. 3. Surround yourself with others who have similar goals. 4. Be adventurous and enjoy the journey. 5. Step out of your comfort zone and try something you never thought you could do. 6. Do it, even if you are afraid! It doesn’t matter how fast you are at a race or accomplishing any other goal. What matters is that you finish and finish strong! This is The Way of the Champion.

MODELLAS METHOD TO CREATING CHAMPION RESULTS IN LIFE

Incorporate one or all of these that Michele has created to live by to create Champion Results in your life—personally or professionally.

M O D E L L A S

MENTAL TOUGHNESS the ability to bring to life whatever talent and skills you have, on demand

OVERCOMER in spite of—and as a result of—challenges and adversities

DETERMINATION having a fixed intention or resolution, a firmness of purpose

EXCELLENCE AS YOUR DRIVING FORCE choose excellence over perfection and let it drive what you do in life

LIVE FULL OUT embrace adventure and be willing to take risks

LOVE INSTEAD OF BLAME this has everything to do with forgiving others as well as yourself

AUTHENTIC ALWAYS stay true to yourself and be real... authenticity is attractive

STAY READY SO YOU DON'T HAVE TO GET READY be proactive, rather than reactive

GOALS

◆ IDEAS ◆ CHANGE ◆ ACCOUNTABILITY ◆ MINDSET ◆ RESULTS

MASTERMIND

WEEKEND

It all starts with your commitment to set aside time to work on yourself and your business. What better way than to spend a weekend away with other likeminded individuals, with an ocean-front view, to set the tone for creativity, action planning, inspiration, and strategy to create results? As the end of the year approaches, it’s a time that brings thoughts, hopeful goals, and dreams you may be thinking about and setting. It’s a great time to set ourselves—and our businesses—up for success for the coming year. Typically, once we are into January, we may not always follow through with what we set out to accomplish. By mid-year, we may not even remember what we set early in the year. This happens for a couple of reasons: Lack of Accountability. When we don't have the tools for success—a coach or group of other business people to hold us accountable—goals and dreams often fall by the wayside. Mind Management/Negative Self Talk. Once we make a decision to move forward with goals and in our lives and businesses, it seems a conspiracy begins to form to derail us . . . fears, unresolved limiting beliefs, and negative self-talk begin to take flight to prevent us from reaching such big goals. Mastermind groups offer a combination of brainstorming, education, peer accountability, and support in a small group setting to sharpen your business and personal skills. The Mastermind Weekend helps you achieve success. You will challenge each other to set powerful goals for the coming year and, more importantly, to create strategies to accomplish them. The Mastermind Weekend requires commitment, confidentiality, willingness to both give and receive advice and ideas, and support each other with total honesty, respect and compassion. Mastermind Weekend group members act as catalysts for growth and support.

We will be focused, and we'll spend our time wisely and efficiently… and HAVE FUN!

YOU CAN DO IT— I CAN HELP YOU Take Part In a Mastermind Weekend! LOCATION: Vitality Resources, Inc. Conference Facility, Redondo Beach, CA, Sacramento, CA, and Virtually

WHAT'S INCLUDED FRIDAY EVENING: Meet n Greet, Weekend layout, Session 1 (Individual Overall Goals Discussion—bring at least one BHAG / Big Hairy Audacious Goal) SATURDAY: Session 2 (“Hot Seats”), Session 3 (strategy sessions to create plans to accomplish goals), Session 4 (Format for Vision Casting in 4 areas— Health/Fitness, Financial, Relationship, Personal Development), Session 5 (Group Beach Activity), Dinner SUNDAY: Session 6 (Create Action Plan for 30, 60 and 90 Days, 6 mos, 12 mos. And reverse engineer the plan to create the results). Session 7 (Map out resources needed to accomplish goals). And… so much more!

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