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Heidi Shares Her Inspiring Story on CBS and Unveils Knowledge of Cuba

Miami Channel 4 Interview of Author Heidi Siefkas about post-traumatic growth, books, and film.   With over five years of adventures to Cuba and a book, Cubicle to Cuba, Heidi shares her travel expertise in various articles   Island Time Discovering the Treasure of Havana, Cuba in HomeByDesign   8 Things to Do in Havana,…
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Heidi’s Interviews on TV and Radio from Miami and Boston to Hawaii

Miami Channel 4 Interview of Author Heidi Siefkas about post-traumatic growth, books, and film. CBS4's Focus on South Florida Interview of Heidi Siefkas about Her Book When All Balls Drop Author Heidi Siefkas of When All Balls Drop on WBZ Boston with Jordan Rich Interview of Heidi Siefkas on Kauai'a Kong Radio
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Get a Dose of Look Up

Do you get your daily dose of perspective? Seriously, it's important just like your multi-vitamin. Your doctors suggest that you take your vitamins and don't skip breakfast. Well, don't skip your daily dose of perspective either? That's why I created the Look Up mantra seven years ago! Look Up reminds us all to: Be in the moment, appreciating…
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Adventure is My Meditation

"Adventure is my meditation." - Heidi Siefkas from With New Eyes I bet you are scratching your head or at least puzzled. Adventure and meditation don't mix. It's counterintuitive, right? However, let me explain my quote and belief. Many feel that adventure is just for adrenaline junkies, but I beg to differ. Check out this definition of…
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When Life Gets Blurry Adjust Your Focus – Look Up

Ever feel like every day is a blur? There's not enough coffee or wine to gain focus. Whether you're in the multi-tasking Olympics, facing a myriad of challenges, or just looking for a change or improvement, this tool is for YOU! What is this tool? Look Up is a simple, powerful mantra that quickly shifts your perspective quickly.…
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Is Your GPS Set on Happiness

One of the most quoted passages from my first book, When All Balls Drop, is: "My GPS is set on happiness." Join me in this candid video chat from Kauai as I explain the rationale behind this quote and the takeaway of my book. If you liked the video, let's connect! Here's how you do it!…
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Preview of Cubicle to Cuba

You're in. I'm inviting you to a preview of my next book, Cubicle to Cuba.  Come along for the ride as I share my story of leaving the corporate world and Cubicle Land to a hybrid career of traveling and writing. Be inspired by my adventures and takeaways through Cuba, Peru, Kauai, New Zealand, Australia,…
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Adventures to Spain, Morocco, and Portugal With New Eyes

Recently I took a long, fifteen-hour flight from South Florida to Kauai, where I will be spending most of the summer. During this grueling, multiple leg trip, I had oodles of time to go through some of my recent photos, videos, and snaps. Although I know that you have been keeping up with my adventures…
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Cuban Cocktail Recipe – La Canchánchara

As someone that travels a lot, I typically don't buy many souvenirs. There is not enough space in my humble writing abode or backpack for much. So my best souvenirs over the years have been recipes. In my book, With New Eyes, I included recipes for tortilla española from my years in Spain as well as a…
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Summer Audio Book Contest Winners Revealed

[caption id="attachment_3775" align="alignright" width="300"] Cuba and Its People Light Up My Life![/caption] Holy cow! You all blew up my phone with your awesome captions, likes, and shares. A BIG thank you for being so creative and witty. Without much further adieu, it is my pleasure to announce that the winner, Karyn Ramberg from Illinois with,"Cuba…
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