The Love Game
I was
lucky enough to hear Bobby O'Neal give a memorable talk about the love game he
has created. Inspired through meditation O'Neal says the game is for engaging
couples in their current relationships. It is meant to do what the name of the
game implies, synchronize two hearts.
As I began
to play the game with my skeptical husband two weeks later, his mood changed as
I began scribbling down an activity plan in hot pink marker based on the
suggestions on the cards. Some points were from the insight cards which really
spoke to what we needed to reframe our relationship. Others points from the Hot
Stuff deck definitely kept things moving. Before we knew it we were caught up
in the mini massages, hugs and kisses that our trip around the heart shaped
game board prescribed. (Yes, my husband enjoyed himself despite his previous
hesitation!) Playing Snychrohearts brought us back to a more light hearted time
in our marriage -- before children. Best
of all when we were finished playing we had a private list of romantic plans
for the next week -- just for us. What could be more synchronizing than that?
I was
even luckier to have an E-Interview with Bobby O'Neal this week for my blog. I am now an avid fan
of the game Synchrohearts and will be recommending it to any couple wishing to reconnect in a
quick fun way minus the therapy.
1.Tell us a bit about yourself name, location,
affiliations, personal stuff.
My name is Bobby
O'Neal and I live in beautiful Mission, BC which is about 1 hour from
Vancouver. My wife, Nanci, and I just celebrated our 20th wedding anniversary
and I feel that our "love game", Syncrohearts helped us make it this
far! We have a 17-year old son, Sean who also plays the game with his
girlfriend. It is cute to watch their relationship grow and even
though we take some of the "Hot Stuff" cards out, they still have
fun with the communication stuff and the playful cards. I am a typical
"west coaster" as I meditate, practice yoga and I love being out in
nature. Note, I grew up in Welland, Ontario and Nanci grew up in
London. We met while traveling in a small town in the mountains in northern
BC.
2. Apart from creating the game
Synchrohearts, what do you do?
I also do Reiki
healing and I love to speak and write about love. I also feel that I am
an intuitive counselor and I love helping others discover more love in their
life.
3. What advice would you give to those with a
creative product idea in the beginning stages?
My professional
background is in community forestry, so if a "forestry guy" can
create a successful love relationship game, you can do anything! I was inspired
during meditation to create this game and I admit it was a bit self-serving,
because we needed this game in our busy lives! I feel that we all have creative
talents and our life's purpose is just waiting to get released. If
you find yourself drawn to an idea, or career choice that just won't go away;
go for it! Follow your heart and watch for those synchronistic signs that help
keep you on track. During the development of Syncrohearts, it always seemed
that the "right people" would show up at the "right time".
I was nervous at first, because it was a total change for me, but I kept
holding a vision for success with an open heart and lots of gratitude. If it is
meant to be, it is going to happen, so just let go and enjoy the process.
I feel that the timing is amazing for people to find their purpose. The current
economic concerns and career upheavals are also providing opportunities for
people to "do what they are supposed to do".
4. How can this game can help couples improve
their relationships?
I feel in my heart
that this game helps couples reconnect through lots of love, laughter, better
communication and intimacy. The timing for Syncrohearts is very
important because it helps couples reduce the stress in their lives
and enjoy some much needed play time! I am very grateful to be a part of this
"love game" and I love receiving the "heart-warming"
testimonials!
5. In ten years I'd like to be...
My vision and goal is
to spread the message of love world wide with Syncrohearts, related books and workshops
& talks. I am going to establish the Syncrohearts Foundation so that I can
share the wealth with others. We currently donate partial proceeds to the Zajac
Ranch for kids with special needs and it melts my heart to watch these amazing
kids smile and laugh when they get on a horse or in to a kayak for
the first time. Thank you Cassandra for allowing me to share my thoughts
in your blog! (www.syncrohearts.com)