A SMALL group of young professionals are on a mission to promote a healthier and more progressive nation through their organisation – LiveProActive.
LiveProActive facilitates a holistic process of behavioural transformation and empowerment through mentoring. On Saturday, the organisation was officially launched at Umana Yana with a thought-provoking message from Dr. Surendra Persaud.
LiveProActive Co-Founder, Keiba Murray said the organisation is strategically designed to equip persons with the requisite knowledge and skills needed to ‘LiveProActive.’
“We are trying to encourage people to have healthier lifestyles,” she said. Murray said some persons view their health and well-being in isolation while failing to take into consideration the other contributing factors. Hence, the multi-dimensional organisation addresses core areas through seven life clubs.
Murray explained that in addition to LiveProActive’s one-off workshops, the organization offers mentorship in Psychological and Social Wellness, Physical Wellness, Life Skills, and Sustainability and Security Skills.
It was further explained that the Psychological and Social Wellness Life Club, which is facilitated by a certified social worker, promotes effective communication skills, emotional intelligence and personality development, while the Physical Wellness Life Club addresses nutrition, exercise and hygiene.
The Life Skills Club covers a wide range of areas from Financial Literacy, Creative Classes, First Aid and CPR, Yoga, Basic Law to Business Tools. Self Defence training, Conflict Resolution and Eco-Friendly Solutions are among areas covered in the Sustainability and Security Skills Life Club.
The first step starts with consultation, Murray said while noting that it is critical to set clear goals. “We will help you to look at your individual specific goals,” she said while adding that with the help of a Club Facilitator, the client would develop an Action Plan for execution.
Upon completion, she said an evaluation will be carried out to determine the amount of process made in the selective Life Club.
Meanwhile, Dr. Persaud, in his address, said Suicide and Motor Vehicle/Boat Accidents are two of the leading causes of death in Guyana. He said some people are unable to cope with their unfortunate circumstances.
Dr. Persaud said while some people do not believe in Mental Health Illness, it exists, and as such persons should pay attention to the signs of depression. “There are going to be very subtle signs that somebody is about to fall off the cliff. You need to detect those signs,” he emphasized.
Turning his attention to accidents, Dr. Persaud said it all lies with “you.”
“We all have a moral responsibility when we are with our friends, designate a driver. It is morally irresponsible of us to allow our friends to drive under the influence. It is ridiculous and it is the number two cause of death in this country,” he emphasized.
Generally, he said Guyanese need to eat healthier and take their health seriously. Dr. Persaud noted that some persons would ignore various signs and wait until their health deteriorates before seeking medical attention. “Take your health seriously,” he pleaded with those present.
LiveProActive one-off workshop investments vary from $5,000 to $15, 000 per person while the prices for the Life Clubs vary from $7,000 to $10, 000 per month, per person.
