Breathwork Liability Waiver
Release of Liability, Waiver and Assumption of Risk Agreement
In consideration of being allowed to participate in Breathwork, as well as activities with SENSOPHY, (hereinafter collectively “the Activities”) I hereby acknowledge, understand and agree to the following:
Breathwork may result in dramatic energetic, physical and emotional release. It is not recommended for persons with a history of cardiovascular disease, those with cardiac arrhythmia (including slow heart rate), history of heart block, epileptic seizures, retinal detachment, high blood pressure, glaucoma, significant recent physical injuries or surgery.
Breathwork is not recommended for persons with extreme mental illness, or for persons using antipsychotic medications or history of aneurysms. Both persons with asthma and women who are pregnant are advised against practicing until they consult with their primary care physician.
(1) I HEREBY RELEASE, INDEMNIFY, AND HOLD HARMLESS SENSOPHY and its employees, agents, representatives, team members, as well as its owners, principals, and representatives (hereafter collectively “SENSOPHY RELEASEES”), WITH RESPECT TO ANY AND ALL INJURY, whether physical, mental, psychological or emotional, or ANY LOSS or DAMAGE to PERSON or PROPERTY, of any kind, WHETHER ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF SENSOPHY RELEASEES OR OTHERWISE, to the fullest extent permitted by law.
(2) I am here to inspire my own personal transformation. I take personal responsibility for my well-being and with respect for myself I gratefully accept control of my choices. My heirs, guardians, legal representatives, and I hereby and forever release, waive, and discharge any claims against, “SENSOPHY RELEASEES” and/or any of their associates or affiliates. I take full responsibility and am responsible for all liability for loss or injury incurred while in association with the Activities.
(3) I agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless SENSOPHY RELEASEES for all costs and expenses, including but not limited to all legal fees incurred by SENSOPHY RELEASEES in defending any claim brought against any or all of SENSOPHY RELEASEES.
(4) I fully understand that there are physical and inherent risks involved in the Activities, including the risk of serious injury and death. I fully assume all risks associated with the Activities, including: intensive activity and exertion, causation or aggravation of a physical injury or medical condition, lack of warnings or inadequate warnings; lack of instructions, inadequate instructions, or my failure to follow instructions. I am fully aware of and accept the risks and hazards involved, and agree to assume full responsibility for any risks, conditions, injuries or damages, known or unknown, which I might incur or aggravate as a result of my participating in the Activities.
(5) I understand that it is my responsibility to consult with a physician prior to and regarding my participation in the Activities. I represent and warrant that I am physically, mentally and emotionally fit and I have no medical condition that would prevent my full participation in the Activities and that I will fully inform SENSOPHY RELEASEES if I feel any pain or discomfort or have any medical or pre-existing condition that would prevent my participation or increase the likelihood of injury.
(6) In consideration of being permitted participation in the Activities, classes, workshops or programs offered by SENSOPHY RELEASEES, I agree to assume full responsibility for any risks, injuries or damages, known or unknown, which I might incur as a result of participating in the Activities.
(7) In further consideration of being permitted to participate in the Activities, I knowingly, voluntarily and expressly waive any claim I may have against SENSOPHY RELEASEES for injury or damages that I may sustain as a result of participating in the Activities now and in the future.
(8) I agree to comply with the stated and customary guidance and norms of participation in the Activities.
(9) If I am pregnant or am post-natal, I will not participate in the Activities without first discussing the risks with my primary care physician, and I will only participate in the Activities if I have my doctor’s full approval. I will not hold the SENSOPHY RELEASEES responsible for any injuries to my pregnancy caused in part or in whole by my failure to follow my doctor’s recommendation.
(10) I hereby forever and irrevocably waive and release any and all claims I now have or may in the future have against SENSOPHY RELEASEES with respect to any injury, loss or damage I suffer as a result of participating in the Activities. I understand and agree that this Release of Liability, Waiver and Assumption of Risk Agreement extends to and includes any and all damages, injuries, and claims which I do not anticipate or know to exist and to any and all damages, injuries, or claims which may develop in the future, and I hereby expressly waive and relinquish any and all rights under any law or statute to the contrary.
(11) I understand that this waiver can be used for future classes, workshops or programs with SENSOPHY RELEASEES.
(12) If participant is under the age of 18, I as a LEGAL GUARDIAN CONSENT TO THE ABOVE TERMS AND CONDITIONS.
(13) I have carefully read this agreement and fully understand its content. I am aware that this is a waiver and release of potential liability and a contract between the above noted parties and myself. I understand that this contract is binding and acknowledge that I am signing this of my own free will, voluntary without any inducement. I understand that there exist known and unknown dangers of serious injury and death associated with the Activities, some of which are referenced above, I nevertheless choose to participate in the Activities and have waived all right to maintain suit against any of SENSOPHY RELEASEES.
By ticking the box, you are indicating that you understand all of the information above and are in agreeance with it.
When i first asked myself this questions, i was initially so INSPIRED by it, i actually planned on writing a book on the topic. I remember sitting on the R train after just having tea with a Buddhist reverend who is now a good friend, when i started to write:
2-22-10
What do i want my life to look like in 50 years?
I’m 74 years old, i sit in my simplistic creative space reflecting on past situations which contributed to my mastery, preparing for a speech i am giving to a graduating class.
I think about what effects my contributions have had on the people of the world. I look back on my greatest lessons and think about a few of the most predominate transformations of my life. A dominant sense of joy jumps around my highest selves core. This moment, just as vividly as any other, i know my life is on purpose. I rejoice in gratitude and fortune and take a moment to focus on my breathing, cleansing my mind, my body, and my soul – brining rejuvenation to the forefront of my existence.
I nostalgically reminisce back to my 20s, remembering the purpose driven habitual comfort zone cracking, enthused version of myself. I think about all the “problematic” challenges and how without those i would have not experienced my greatest truths. Dharma.
I smile in gratitude at irony.
I fast forward to my fifties and recall the feeling of worldly profound impact. I thought that my movement in my late twenties and early thirties were extraordinary, and they were; they challenged peoples lives in ways that had lasting and dramatic impacts. They touched hearts and spread love amongst communities. They challenged people to be alive, myself included.
But my fifties, they changed the world on another scale. They changed the interconnectedness of the masses souls. They raised the happiness set point of millions. People helping people, powerful stuff.
[…] Check out Brian Johnson of PhilosphersNotes.com getting busy busting out some quality concepts from Micheal Gelb’s How to Think like Leonardo da Vinci. This is the video that I reference at the bottom of the post: What Do I Want My Life to Look Like in 50 Years? […]
Hey J – I came across this post through your e-book's link. I decided to venture out the comfort zone a good two steps and post my answer to this question (hope it inspires you as much as yours inspired me!).
Jan-15-2011
What do I want my life to look like in 50 years? (note: I'll be speaking from a retrospective perspective)
Dear Journal,
with the year 2061 wonderfully underway, I felt the urge to sit back, relax, and ponder the mysterious workings of the universe that blessed my life in so many ways. I remember being 21 years old, blindly fighting against the injustices of our country's below-par approach toward education. My pen was the weapon of choice then, as my voice is now.
who could have known then that Project reformEd would grow to be such an national powerhouse? god knows I didn't; nor did I anticipate the fury among the masses it would incite! (he he he) ah, anger well-guided for the noblest purposes is unstoppable, as I always said. The marches were fantastic, the change was remarkable! I'm just grateful society took me seriously; not for my benefit, but for the generations benefiting from our work today. It's amazing how much more prepared today's youth are for propelling our nation to purer and better heights compared to a scant three generations prior. (the scientists of my day did say change that once took a century would soon take only a decade; boy did they hit that nail on the head!)
Memories. Gotta love em while I still have em right? The non-profit organization continues to be a strong catalyst for change. I am proud to say that the leaders it has generated are more than well-prepared to take international service to levels I can't even imagine! With such strong leadership within and out of the organization, I am sure my legacy of non-profit service will live on well after I leave this world. But listen to me, bumbling like an old fool! I still have another 50 years to go before that happens, HA!
So what's next? Well, I have yet to win a Nobel Prize (still a little wary about THAT much attention, but I'll keep it in mind for now). The National Center for Self-Development (NCSD) is growing steadily in membership; have to finish work on the AltHealth facility (we actually have professionals from around the world representing their culture's alternative treatments and cures for common ailments giving seminars on basic methodology; SO MUCH FUN!) And our ReleaseTheCure teams are making headway towards making BigPharma release the details on the cures for Cancer & AIDS. That's been a dangerous road to travel, but luckily our people are just as hard-headed as I am!
Well, enough for the monthly review for now. I have to go help my grandkids study for their physics exams (who would have known I would see a 5th grade physics student in my lifetime?! they teach me more than I ever cared to learn, to be honest, he he he!) Until next time!
– c.m.jones
Haha!! Got some great laughs outta' this bro. WHAT A VISION!!! Keep doing your thing yo – i'm looking fwd to seeing how together we actualize the amazingness of above. Great stuff Chris!