Testimonials

( Former Superintendent of Florida Schools for two consecutive terms )

HOW MUCH CAN YOU HOLD IN YOUR HEART? 

I have traversed for several years now down the road to heart expansion-exploration-unearthing that connects me to God. Dao has nudged, pushed, pulled and held me along the way. It is a path that the ego mind rejects, abhors. How can it not?... We are challenging the very roots of its foundation, its existence. I enter the place before existence where only connection with Source matters. It is where I have looked down at myself from my anscentral tree and been shown the repetitive patterns of this brief human existence and family as well. I have learned reluctantly that what we don’t resolve we repeat. I have surrendered to this process, sometimes kicking and screaming along the way. It is then that Dao reminds me that I have been in the same situation as a matter of fact, both of us have traveled together down many rocky, as well as flowery paths over and over again. ( we all do ).  “So, why are you so attached Frank, Frankie, Francisco, Javi?” I have carried many names in this life, representative perhaps of the phases I have lived and masks I have worn. Some that I still wear.  “Why do you dim your light? Would you dim your light if you knew that it was God’s light in YOU that you dim?”, Dao asks. Many are the tools, powerful tools that Dao has passed on to me. Some, I realized, I carried with me in my tool belt, but rarely used. The tool and power of prayer, forgiveness, love, surrender and action. The celestial power of words (spoken and thought), journaling, standing tall and fighting for the purpose and mission that God has given me. No matter what. “Es una prueba que tienes que pasar” (it is a trial that you are here to pass), she says. I must admit that I often reply “another one? You’ve got to be kidding”. Gradually, slowly (for I tell her that I must be her slowest student), I now sometimes half-smile when confronted with a new-repetitive challenge. “Remember, the darkness follows the Light”. Dao walked with me during my darkest night...when my son Javi, my beautiful boy, left me to return to his Celestial Father. Only the Love and shared pain of my family and tribe could save me then. “Please save me”, I cried to God, in silence. I cried with ‪eyes wide shut. It was a different path that I had to follow then, follow still. It is one of awareness and connection to Javi’s Spirit. A connection that I needed and will always need. Dao reminded me of the connection: “His mission here on this earthly plane was completed. He is stronger now. Watching over you, like you watched over him.” Thank you Dao Kapra, the name that you gave to your inner voice and that many through you, we have learned to listen.

Isabel graduated in Marketing and Advertising from IUNP in Venezuela and is currently the General Director of the IC 36 Media Group, LLC. She is also the Director of Volar Magazine. Dao has been my life coach for the last 4 and a half years and during this time, we have been working together on the reprogramming and awakening of the soul towards the healing experienced in emotional, spiritual and physical aspects. Three years ago I was in a traffic accident and I had been severely diagnosed that the damage caused would not allow me to walk again. Through the therapies with Dao, I was able to relieve emotional burdens that I carried subconciously and today I can walk perfectly. I could also identify that it was a repeated cycle in my life and realized that definitely, internal healing was reflected in my total physical recovery and I managed to turn it into blessings. Thanks to the evolution of my being in all aspects. This is the REASON for which I am honored to be today a testimonial and multiplier element of hope with the firm purpose of helping to improve the quality of life in other people. As owner and editor of Volar magazine, I have also worked as a companion of Dao for several years. VOLAR MAGAZINE circulated aboard a Venezuelan airline and through her writings she sowed in the passengers of each flight, a seed of light through her motivating articles. Being able to participate in some missions that Dao performed it gave me the satisfaction of being present, of learning and living the transformations of those who came to it. Through her direct and warm message, I witnessed how total unconditional love can improve self-esteem and other emotional aspects in people. Being part of this Global Mission called HEPE definitely invites me to greater gratitude to life and to Dao, since at the same time, it is a great opportunity to serve others. I know that HEPE is the beginning of an awakening of consciences where I can also contribute my knowledge, experience and testimonies to a multiplier cause of hope for the world and especially for ourselves. Infinite thanks to Dao Kapra and now to HEPE for the opportunity.

When I was 8 years old I was going through a difficult time in my life, in addition to being diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. As the months passed, I saw no signs of change, and I had begun losing faith in both god and myself. Suddenly, as if she knew I needed her, Dao suddenly showed up at my doorstep in Serbia. We spent the next couple of weeks talking about my struggles, making care packages for the homeless, and spreading positivity around my community. By the time she had to return to the U.S., I found myself filled with more hope than ever before. With Daos help, I no longer saw my obstacles as struggles; they became lessons. Since then, every day has been a passionate mission to fulfill my potential, to push new limits, to spread kindness by helping those in need, and to be grateful for everything that the universe has given me. I decided I wouldn't let anything bring me down. Not my struggles, not my condition, not small minded people. Nothing could change my goals of changing the world. I was inspired, driven to work harder than ever. Today, I am more than proud to be part of HEPE. I never expected that what began as an idea sparked by all the beautiful things I did with Dao would become a global movement, driven and committed to preparing all kinds of people to overcome any obstacle they're facing and find the hope they once lost. I became part of this organization primarily to help but also inspire and show people that anything can be done when we believe in ourselves, regardless of the things we might be going through. I am now a junior at MAST@FIU and have accomplished many things I am proud of. I have a 4.0 GPA, I founded a Model United Nations club in my school that won the best team award for 2 consecutive years. I've won innumerable MUN awards myself, I've created and conducted 2 major community events, I have accumulated over 1000 community service hours. I've been President of my class for 2 years, and am the current Vice President of my school. Evidently, my life was changed when I overcame my fears and found hope for a better future. I believe Ask Dao Kapra is an amazing project that will change the lives of innumerable people; a beautiful mission that will overwhelm the world with love and hope.

Hi I’m Gabriel Perez I’m 19 years old and before I met Dao I was unmotivated in school and with my health. I struggled with being overweight my entire life. I was also a victim of bullying. My self-esteem was low and I had a bad look on life. That all changed when I met Dao. She helped my battle with my weight and self-esteem. I turned my life around and lost 80 pounds and started to not only look better but feel better. Thanks to the coaching and guidance of Dao over the past four years. HEPE is an organization where people can get coaching like me to change their lives’. HEPE is a safe place where I can share my experiences with others who are also struggling with being overweight and have low self-esteem to improve their wellbeing.

I am Samuel Redondo. I am 10 years old and Dao  has been my life coach since I was 7. In that moment I was passing through a difficult time, my parents were separated and I was moving to another country. Through her counseling I have been able to see the positive side of things, as well as to think before I talk. I have learned that I am responsible for my own actions and overall, I am not responsible for others way of feeling or action. Dao through my therapies, has also motivated me more to identify what I like. I have learned to have more faith to God and especially towards myself. I am training now as a professional gymnast. Sometimes I like being alone and thinking about my day. I also love seeing people smile when I do something nice for them, I am non-judgmental. I once helped this kid in my class that was a victim of bullying. I don’t hate or dislike anyone, and when someone has a problem, they usually come to me, I really have fun helping people. When Dao invited me to be part of HEPE, I jumped to hug her because I was so happy to be able to motivate others by sharing my stories. Follow your dreams no matter what, sooner or later you are going to get there. 

Iris Segui, LUTCF, CLU®, has worked collaboratively with her clients, engaging them in insightful dialogue and educating them in making important life decisions, setting financial goals and planning for the future for over 20 years. Iris holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Finance and International Business from FIU. She has also attained her status as a Life Underwriting Training Council Fellow (LUTCF) and a Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU). She is active in the industry as well, serving as a Member of Women in Financial Services of South Florida. She lends her time to many charities and speaks often on financial matters and is currently serving as an Executive Board Member of the Coral Gables Woman’s Club in addition to serving numerous non-profit organizations that seek to empower women entrepreneurs. “I have been coached by Dao for over a year now. During this time, she has guided me to a deeper understanding of the role I play in my life and in my family's lives. With her help, I have become a better mother, wife, sister, daughter and business owner. I remember expressing to her early on that my life was already great; her reply was that the heavenly father has infinite blessings for his children. Thanks to her guidance, I am more confident, compassionate and content. My transformation has been for the better; I now enjoy deeper connections with family and friends alike. I’m very honored to be part of HEPE as a coach, being able to contribute to this program and extend my knowledge to improve the lives of many people. Thank you, Dao, for your guidance, and the opportunity to be part of this global project.