What could possibly taste better than sun-ripened tomatoes and cheese at a picnic on the beach? There's no doubt about it – our desire to experience pleasure in the company of friends and family is a huge motivating force in our lives. The problem is, with such busy and hectic lives, how do we find the time? How can we escape the rat race? With a freshly-brewed espresso, perhaps. An engrossing book. A game of backgammon. Or a smooth PURO VIDA Bahiá Corta?

Sadly, many people today have forgotten how to relax.

It's important to find something you enjoy and then incorporate it into your everyday life. It might be yoga, or dancing, or singing and a long walk in the woods. Mindfulness can even mean sitting in the sun with a good book and an equally good cigar. The crucial factor is to fully savor the moment. Every step taken mindfully, with full awareness, helps your thoughts to settle.

Let your thoughts drift away.

Enjoying a PURO VIDA can bring true relaxation, provided we allow our senses the peace and quiet to truly take in our environment. Let your thoughts drift away, dream-like, in little clouds of smoke. Be alert to new creative impulses. Take your foot off the gas a little, and let your gaze drift to the horizon. Are your body and mind in balance? Welcome to the Lifestyle Republic.