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03/03/2026

IT'S TIME FOR THE 23RD SPECIAL OLYMPICS
WALKATHON BONAIRE

Mark your calendars for the 23rd Special Olympics Bonaire Walkathon on March 8 to assist the athletes in training and competitions. The goal this year is to reach 1000 participants making the trek from White Slave to Rincon by either bike or foot.
Bikers and walkers can jump on one of the buses at Kralendijk Stadium for a lift to White Slave at 4:10 – 4:15. Both bikers and walkers start from White Slave and travel the same route to Rincon – a 30 km (18 mi) trek. Along the way, the many volunteers will keep everyone hydrated with water, fruit and a few other small snacks before reaching the final destination, the big church in Rincon. All participants receive a nice breakfast and certificate of completion saying “I did it”! The Red Cross and other assist vehicles will be traveling the roads to give a hand if needed and ensure everyone is safe. At 3:30, busses will return bikers, bikes and walkers that need a ride to the stadium in Kralendijk.
Registration and t-shirt pickup begins Friday, March 6 at the Special Olympics headquarters, behind the Catholic Church in Playa. The cost is only $20 and you can’t imagine the fun you’ll have seeing Bonaire nature up close and personal with everyone along the way.
If you would like to volunteer contact Rolanda at +5999-525-7080 or Earon at. +599-796-0909.
This is the main fundraiser for Bonaire’s Special Olympics athletes. Funds will assist in their travels and expenses to compete in the Special Olympics Nationals in Holland in September. And next year the athletes will be heading to Chile for the World Special Olympics Games.
(Photo: Earon, Annemarie and Lecheron of Special Olympics Bonaire)

01/03/2026

𝑳𝒆𝒕'𝒔 𝒄𝒆𝒍𝒆𝒃𝒓𝒂𝒕𝒆 4 𝒀𝑬𝑨𝑹𝑺 𝑶𝑭 𝑩𝑶𝑫𝒀 𝑭𝑰𝑻!

FREE ENTRY!

Join us Saturday, March 7 from 12pm to 2pm and celebrate together with Bonchi Boneiru coffee, Hummus & More by Mira, a Maka’s Spa stand and much more!

See you there...

01/03/2026

Sunset hits different when you’re flowing into it. 🌅🧘‍♀️

Join us for Sunset Yoga on the Sundeck at Divi Flamingo Beach Resort, where the sky turns gold, the ocean breeze rolls in, and the day melts away.

🗓 Every Tuesday & Thursday
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 Sundeck

Stretch, breathe, and reset with the Caribbean Sea as your backdrop. Whether you’re a seasoned yogi or just looking to unwind, this is your sign to meet us on the deck tonight.

See you at sunset. 🌊

28/02/2026

KRALENDIJK – De jaarlijkse Walk-A-Thon van Special Olympics Bonaire staat weer voor de deur. Op zondag 8 maart trekken deelnemers in alle vroegte van het zuiden van het eiland richting Rincon om geld in te zamelen voor atleten met een beperking. De organisatie verwacht dit jaar meer dan duizend de...

17/02/2026

If I could only focus on 5 brain-based habits to get myself to do difficult things, it would be these:
1. Write an “If–Then” plan Motivation is unreliable, but triggers are steady. When you pre-decide exactly when and where you will act, you stop "thinking" and start reacting. This lowers the brain's mental load. How to do it: Write one sentence: “If it is 7:00 AM and I am in the kitchen, then I will put on my gym shoes.” No "vibes" required—just a simple trigger and response.

2. Lower the "start friction" Your brain resists starting much more than it resists doing. The first 60 seconds are the hardest because they require the most effort from your "manager" brain. How to do it: Create a "start line" that is purely mechanical. Don't worry about the whole workout; just focus on stepping onto the mat. The goal isn't to make progress—it’s just to cross that line.

3. Design an environment that removes choice Willpower is like a battery that runs out. Your brain will always pick the easiest option when you’re tired. If you make the "good" choice the easiest path, you win without even trying. How to do it: Put your exercise gear where you’ll trip over it, or charge your phone in another room. This is about being smart with your space, not having more "discipline."

4. Use a "commitment device" Our brains naturally care more about "right now" than "the future." A commitment device makes quitting feel bad immediately, which helps you stay on track for your long-term goals. How to do it: Prepay for a class or set a workout date with a friend. When there is a "penalty" for skipping (like losing money or letting a friend down), you're much more likely to show up.

5. Name the resistance out loud When a task feels scary or hard, your brain might treat it like a "threat" and try to run away. Labeling that feeling helps your logical brain take back control from your emotional brain. How to do it: Spend 10 seconds saying, "I’m feeling dread right now. This is just discomfort, not danger." Don't try to make the feeling go away—just label it and take one tiny step anyway.

Why these five matter These habits don't rely on being "inspired." They target how your brain actually works: how it responds to cues, how it handles effort, and how it reacts to fear. By using these tricks, you can get things done consistently without a massive willpower struggle.

Your brain is allowed to complain. It’s just not allowed to drive.

12/02/2026