Have you ever wondered how epically successful people seem to breeze through life like there are no obstacles in their path? Well, it’s because they choose to see if that way. Once you realize that you are SO unlimited, with the power to do anything, you’ll see how everything just starts falling into place.

In this speech from Awesomeness Fest 2011, comedian Kyle Cease shares his personal story of how he created his own success – landing movie parts without even a resume or headshot, winning a prestigious Comedy Central award despite efforts to swell the competition, and breaking out of his own matrix of self-sabotage to render failure obsolete. He shares some important lessons and ideas with his trademark humor and honesty. Enjoy.

When we started Awesomeness Fest, we knew the magical meddling of a tribe of extraordinary people would lead to some miracles, but this year we surprised ourselves and witnessed our first, insanely cool Awesomeness Fest wedding proposal. Cory Boatright, a serial entrepreneur and tribe member, gave his wedding proposal to his beautiful, newly engaged fiancée Ivy Wong during one of the group dinners with the backdrop of a Hawaiian beach. The lead up to the proposal included a damn inspiring speech by Cory to boot, so we wanted to include the video to connect with this amazing moment for those who were there, and those wondering what cool stuff comes out of Awesomeness Fest.

The best part is, the relationship was forged exactly a year prior at Awesomeness Fest 2010 in Costa Rica. It’s probably the most awesome wedding proposal we’ve seen in years, and we wanted to congratulate the beautiful couple on what’s sure to be an amazing marriage!

“I’m recovering from a slight hangover. Last night was the Super Hero party. I went as Super (bio-dynamic) Farmer. I ended up in a full zip-up Panda outfit… Both a hit. It was a magical night. Had an amazing connection with a gorgeous 29 yr old and we basically ran the dance floor all night, never letting the energy die down. Afterward the two of us swam in the dark ocean, under the setting moon. We played, connected, had fun. It was the simple enjoyment of the eternal now. “This is heaven on earth,” I said.

It was the best day of my life; a complete manifestival of fun, excitement, love, gratitude, sexiness, happiness, flow, vibration and awesomeness.

I had several breakthroughs during Lisa Nichols “Earth Angel” exercise:

1) I realized I was living life under the assumption that the pursuit of money was inherently bad.

2) I transmuted this idea and realized I am worthy and deserving of receiving / pursuing all the financial wealth I desire.

3) I realized I have an inspiring story worth sharing.

4) I realized it’s okay to take my blog seriously.

Today I will meet more life changing people and I will become a better version of myself. I’m so happy and thankful for all the great beings here in Maui. I’m humbled at everyone’s remarks and big hearts. So uplifting it is. Last night was beyond measure. Thank you.”

Thank you Chad for letting us share this with you all…

I have the tendency to pull out my camera every time I see people dancing and having the time of their lives. I did that a lot at Awesomeness Fest. This is a collage video of various beautiful moments of dancing and smiles throughout the event – including the Maverick Fire Dinner, the Kitty Cat Cabaret, Superhero Party, DJ Sammy, the Catamaran Cruise, the Luau, Tsunami Party, Tony Award winning Jeff Marx on the piano and the Hard Rock Cafe Party. Enjoy!

Joe Polish is a marketing genius. With an outrageous level of persistence, creativity and gift of gab this remarkable man has turned businesses into gold.

His unorthodox yet effective approach on marketing has dubbed him king of the most successful coaching organization in the cleaning and restoration business. Joe is so awesome he’s even got Sir Richard Branson asking him to lead his charity – Virgin Unite.

Now in general, Joe doesn’t share his marketing secrets with just anyone. He’s pretty selective. And will only give his ideas away to his Genius Network Mastermind group. But because he felt so comfortable with the tribe, he revealed his latest marketing strategy to us at last year’s Awesomeness Fest.

So if you’ve been searching for the most cutting-edge out-of-the-box marketing ideas, you have to hear him out. It’s a strategy that as he says is “completely badass”…

This year, we’ve got a lot in store for you when it comes to entertainment and special performances at Awesomeness Fest.

From beachy tunes by Barefoot Minded to Super Hero shenanigans, to sassy cabaret dancers. Oh yeah!

Meet the ladies of the Kit Kat Club Cabaret.

Known for their high energy, fancy footwork, and vibrant vocals, Maui’s own Kit Kat Club has been entertaining audiences with their jazzy and sultry song & dance acts since 2009. This group of theatrical entertainers draws its inspiration from the style and sophistication of the roaring 20′s to the swinging 40′s and beyond. These indulgent and rebellious bygone eras set the stage for the Kit Kat Club’s sizzling lounge acts. Fun, flirty and fresh, the Kit Kat Club Cabaret dancers will be doing their thang at one of our after-hours parties.

This is just a little teaser of what you can expect once the sun goes down!

See you all very soon…

Alexandra

Have you been experiencing blocks in achieving your dreams?

Let’s face it. We’ve all been there. The times where we almost made that jump but missed by a step. That moment where the train arrives only to tell us the trip has been cancelled.

It happens to us all and can be truly frustrating. But what causes these blocks? Why can it seem like there’s a brick wall standing in front of us? And how exactly do we get rid of it?

Thankfully, energy healing guru Christie Marie Sheldon knows the answer.

As an expert in raising vibrations, Christie shared her gift with us at last year’s Awesomeness Fest by identifying the barriers between people and their dreams.

According to Christie, barriers are self-made and are formed by our beliefs and judgments – judgments that we bought and sold to ourselves after seeing or knowing something. She elaborates that these judgments are often falsehoods and misconceptions that discourage us from taking action.

But where did we draw these judgments and conclusions from? And how did we first form these judgments? We’ll let Christie give you that answer. It includes a simple exercise that’ll identify these barriers as well as an introduction on how to re-program your mindset to change your future. And It begins with making a choice and truly committing to it.

Check out the video for her awesome talk she gave to the tribe.

Over the last few weeks we’ve been getting a ton of questions from those of you attending (or thinking of attending) Awesomeness Fest.

To help you out, I’ve compiled some of your most frequently asked questions for you here.

Where is Awesomeness Fest 2011 taking place?

Awesomeness Fest 2011 is taking place at the beautiful Grand Wailea Resort in Maui, Hawaii.

Voted as one of the best resorts and spas on the island, the Grand Wailea is a blissful Hawaiian sanctuary nested within 40 tropical acres and just steps away from a white sandy beach.

This luxury resort offers a colorful variety of activities and amenities to suit everyone. From relaxing massages in their world-class spa, to a game of golf at one of their three championship courses, the Grand Wailea has it all. 

What can I expect at Awesomeness Fest?

If you’re expecting a traditional seminar, you’re in for a surprise. Awesomeness Fest is an event that brings together people who are by nature, driven to change the world. Entrepreneurs, authors, teachers, mavericks, artists and visionaries, at Awesomeness Fest, you’ll get powerful training, profound mind shifts, groundbreaking ideas, deep connections and unique opportunities to give back, so you can play an even bigger game and significantly expand your ability to accomplish bold things. While you can still expect mind-blowing stage presentations from some of the top names in marketing, entrepreneurship and personal development the event is definitely not lacking in unconventional and crazy fun experiences.

Who is speaking at the event?

We are in the process of finalizing the speaking roster. While we want to keep the identity of our speakers a surprise, we can tell you that we’ve got some of the top thought leaders and entrepreneurs in online marketing, personal development, fitness and spirituality joining us. You can expect about 25 speakers, a handful of which will be our keynoters delivering content rich 1-hour presentations. The keynote speakers are listed on the site here. The remaining speakers will have 20 minutes to give a short “Ted Talk Style” presentation where they share their most powerful and ground-breaking idea.

How much are event tickets?

Tickets are running at an Advanced Registration price that WILL go up as the event draws nearer. To find out the current price of Awesomeness Fest 2011 tickets, please apply for your exclusive invite. Shortly afterwards, you will receive a call from a member of our team who will give you all the information you need on ticket price and special rates.

Where do I get a ticket?

All you need to do to secure your spot at Awesomeness Fest 2011 in Maui is apply for your exclusive invite here. Shortly afterwards, you will receive a call from a member of our team for an interview. If all goes well, you’ll be able to register immediately for the event.

Can I bring my spouse or loved one to the event?

Yes, of course. We welcome all attendees to invite their spouses to the event. If you’ve had a successful interview, your spouse can register immediately at the same ticket price. Simply notify our team after your interview that you’d like to secure a ticket for your spouse as well.

Can I bring my kids to the event? How much are junior tickets?

Awesomeness Fest is a totally family friendly event. Last year, we had attendees bring their new-born infants to the event. We welcome kids of all ages! The best part is, children 12 and under get to attend for free! Kids 13-17 get a ticket at 50% off. Kids 18 and up require a full price ticket. If you’ve had a successful interview, you can register your children immediately. Simply notify our team after your interview that you’d like to secure a ticket(s) for your children as well.

How many days is the event?

The event is a jam-packed full 4 days running from November 3 – 6. Since registration starts early on the 3rd and the event ends late on the 6th, we recommend flying into Maui no later than the 2nd and departing Maui no earlier than the 7th.

What’s the start time/end time of the event?

The event will start each day at 9:30am sharp and end each day around 6pm. However, we have events planned for the all attendees each evening. So don’t make any plans for the evenings. You can expect a lot of fun well into the night! For all off-site evening events, we’ll have transportation back to the hotel every hour so you can head back to the hotel whenever suits you best!

How much free time can I expect?

The short answer is very little. You’ll have an hour or so after each day to relax, eat, meditate, shower, etc. before the evening events begin. Of course, it’s completely optional whether you’d like to attend or not, but I can assure you, you don’t want to miss out. We have some amazing experiences planned that are included in the event ticket price. If you’re looking for more free time on the island, I recommend coming early or staying after the event in Maui.

What should I bring with me?

The most important thing is a positive attitude and the willingness to have a lot of fun! For what to pack in your suit case, don’t worry, we’ll be sending out a packing guide for your convenience closer to the event.

What is the dress code?

Beachy Chic.

During the day, you’ll want to wear something comfy and casual. Something you can move in! While we recommend beachy clothing so you can catch a few rays during breaks, you might want to make sure you have a cardigan or sweatshirt to wear during the seminar as the conference room will be air conditioned and it could get chilly.

In the evening, pretty much anything goes! Dresses, jeans, hula skirt and coconuts… it’s up to you! Again, please be sure to pack a sweater or light jacket for our evening excursions as it can get pretty chilly once the sun goes down and we will be spending quite a bit of time outdoors.

This is a totally flip-flop friendly event! Ladies, the evening events will be casual, so no need to pack your heals and gentleman, leave your shiny dress shoes at home.

I hear Afest is a not-for-profit. What foundations/charities will you be supporting?

We’re proud to announce the Awesomeness Fest 2011 is donating ALL profits to a number of amazing foundations. The list has not yet been finalized but the 2 main beneficiaries will be the Pachamama Alliance and Shine On Sierra Leone.

The Pachamama Alliance, founded by Lynne Twist, is a foundation dedicated to preserving over 8 million acres of rainforest in the Ecuadorian Amazon.

Shine On Sierra Leone is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to introducing groundbreaking education, healthcare, micro-financing, sustainable building, and agriculture programs to the communities of Sierra Leone and it’s people.

Both Lynne and Tiffany will be joining us at Awesomeness Fest this year.

What airport should I fly into?

When flying to Maui, please fly to Kahului Airport (OGG).

What’s the best way to get to the hotel from the airport?

You have 4 options to get from Kahului Airport to the Grand Wailea Resort.

What are the room rates?

We’ve secured a block of discounted rooms at the Grand Wailea for Awesomeness Fest 2011 attendees. The regular room rate normally starts at $379,  but as an AFest 2011 guest, you’ll be able to secure a room for up to 40% off.

Rooms are first-come, first-serve and we’ve only got 135 rooms on reserve. Rooms booked after our block sells out may be reserved at a higher rate per night subject to availability. PLEASE BOOK YOUR ROOM BEFORE OCTOBER 17th, 2011. After this date, the discounted rate is not guaranteed.

How do I book my hotel?

Immediately after registering for the event, you’ll receive an email with all the details you need to book your room at the Grand Wailea.

What date range do the room rates apply?

Since we realize that you might want to take advantage of your time in Maui and spend a few extra days on the island, we’ve made sure this discounted room rate is valid for the 3 days prior to and 3 days after the event

Can I stay at another hotel nearby?

Of course, you are free to stay wherever you’d like during Awesomeness Fest, however, we highly recommend you choose the Grand Wailea. Here’s why:

Although there are other hotels in the area, you will not be able to find a hotel with better rates than what we negotiated at the Grand Wailea. We made sure to get Awesomeness Fest 2011 attendees the absolute best rates available in the area for the days leading up to, during and after the event.

Another reason we encourage all guests to take advantage of the discounted rooms at the Grand Wailea is for your convenience. As you know, Awesomeness Fest is not a typical seminar that ends at 6pm every evening. While the speakers will finish around that time everyday, we’ve got amazing events planned for after the sun goes down and much of it involves being transported off-site. We’ve arranged transportation to pick guests up and drop guests off at the Grand Wailea. Although we’ve done our best to budget enough time each day after the final speaker for guests to head back to their rooms and prepare for the night out, we can’t promise you won’t be a bit rushed. As you know, events can often run-over and if this is the case, it’d be much easier to jet up to your room to get what you need before pick-up. We’d hate for you to miss the bus because you had to head to another hotel and didn’t make it back in time.

Will any meals be provided?

Thursday: 
 Party food throughout evening & cash bar. Breakfast, lunch and dinner on your own.

Friday: Party food throughout evening & cash bar. Breakfast, lunch & dinner on your own.

Saturday: Dinner provided & cash bar. Breakfast & lunch on your own.

Sunday: Dinner & drinks provided. Breakfast & lunch on your own.

What are the meal options at the hotel?

The hotel has a number of different restaurant options to suit every palette. From exquisite and romantic private cabana dining to a quick bite for lunch at Cafe Kula, the Grand Wailea as it all. For a list of all dining options, go here.

Is their a refrigerator in the room?

Every room has a mini-fridge that you can stock with water, fresh fruit and your other favorite snacks.

Are their fitness facilities at the hotel?

The Grand Wailea has a fully equipped fitness center. For other facilities and guest servies offer, go here.

What is the weather like in Maui in November?

November is a transition month between Summer and Winter in Maui. This means the whether typical of both seasons are common. This means there’s a chance of some light rain with an average day-time temperature in the mid 80’s. It will dip down in the evenings, however, so do remember to bring a light jacket or sweater with you.

Where can I get more information?

If you still have any questions regarding what you can expect at Awesomeness Fest, please email us at support@mindvalley.com.

For information on Maui and the Grand Wailea Resort, visit their website.

Can’t wait to see you all in Maui!

Much love and Aloha,

Alexandra | Event Director

We’ve done a good job so far at keeping the Awesomeness Festivities a surprise–but some secrets are just too good to keep hush-hush.

Without revealing too much about what we have planned once the sun goes down, I wanted to introduce you to one of the performers we have lined up for Awesomeness Fest.

Meet Barefoot Minded.

This duo is a staple on the island of Maui. Their beachy sounds and soothing harmonies create a feel-good Hawaiian vibe that will get you dancing barefoot till late in the evening.

With Junior Siqueira on the acoustic guitar and Oren Masserman on the ukulele, these boys know how to work those strings. Barefoot Minded has recently opened for acts such as Third Eye Blind and two-time Grammy Award winner Taj Mahal.

Songwriter and vocalist, Oren Masserman’s music tells stories of travels around the world, surf trips to Baja with his brothers, sailing adventures, sing-a-longs on the beach with friends & family, summertime memories, falling in love, sunsets and moonlights and values the ability to translate this lifestyle to his listeners.

Hear a sample of their music here. But be careful, it’ll have you tapping your toes all day long

Barefoot Minded will be joining us for an entire evening during Awesomeness Fest and will be jamming beachside with the Tribe under the stars. These guys are all about making a difference so as soon as they found out Awesomeness Fest was a not-for-profit this year, they immediately decided to gift the Tribe with their amazing talent and music–all in the name of “spreading Aloha”

This is just a taste of what and who you can expect to meet at Awesomeness Fest. More to come soon…

Much love,

Alexandra | Event Director

What schemes will you hatch in the dark of the night, when everyone else is sleeping?


What dare you attempt when you’re alone and nobody’s looking?


How will you help the people who cannot reward you financially, or even give you an endorsement?

According to award-winning personal growth icon Lisa Nichols, these are some of the questions that stand between you and your true destiny.

“I came here to ask you some questions that will stir your soul. To share some stories that might open your heart. To give you permission to play bigger. Because it’s your assignment. And you’ll never be at peace until you say YES to your big picture assignment.“

Here’s why you should get to know Lisa…

Some people call her the next Oprah. In Texas, May 9th is officially Lisa Nichols day. She was a guest star in The Secret. She’s authored two bestselling Chicken Soup For The Soul books, and spoken to audiences of thousands worldwide.

When Lisa talks, people listen – and we think you should too.

Take a time out and watch her jaw-dropping talk at Awesomeness Fest 2010, on what it really takes to live to your highest potential.

Our favorite line is:

“I’m not extraordinary. I’m simply an ordinary woman who chooses every day to make extraordinary decisions.”

She’s certainly rocked our world and we’re super excited she’s coming again to Awesomeness Fest this year in Maui.

If you want to learn more from her and can’t make it to Awesomeness Fest, we spotted a free Special Report with 4 ways to use the Law of Attraction on her site, so hop over to Lisa-Nichols.com if you want to try it out.