“The answer lies within us” is a common approach to self development as seen through various leadership, spiritual, and coaching practices. Under this philosophy the leader, guru, or coach is tasked with not providing the answer, but helping the individual find the answer for themselves through a series of questions. Now consider that people’s blindspots …
Monthly Archive: May 2012
May
29
We Always Have The Ability To Act
We are choice based creatures in a free-will world. Choose to solve the problem and let the rest go. (hat tip to James Tyer) Pick of the Post: Olly Murs – Oh My Goodness
May
28
Fun For Fun’s Sake
Fun can sometimes become a competition. Look at how much fun I’m having! I’m gonna post this to Facebook so that everyone knows that I’m loving this! You won’t believe what I’m doing this weekend! I’m totally tweeting about how amazing this is! I can not WAIT to blog about this! Yep. Been there. I’m …
May
25
Completing a Triathalon – While Juggling!!
31-year-old Joe Salter juggled his way through the Flora-Bama Mullet Man Triathlon in Florida last month. Yes. Juggled. He is the first person to swim, bike, and run a full triathlon all while juggling balls in the air. Even more impressive is that he came in 147 of 246 participants and only dropped the balls …
May
24
When My Mom Adds You To Facebook
Less than a week into dating a previous partner of mine, my big-hearted Mom requests his friendship on Facebook. I was on my way downtown and I get a text from him with the glaring words “Is your Moms name Lynda Watkins?” How would he know my Moms name? Did I mention it to him? …
May
23
Your Reminder
“Somebody please remind me that’s it’s a wonderful life.” Consider this the reminder you asked for today. In joy it.
May
22
Greater Than Water Vapour
(Hat tip to thx thx thx) Pick of the Post: Jesper Nohrstedt – Take Our Hearts
May
21
Lean Into The Discomfort
Alcoholics have a crucial first step in the recovery process: admitting they have a problem. If they do not admit they have a problem, the problem goes unaddressed and no amount of money, support, or role modelling can help. This acknowledgement creates a spark, a desire, a thought of “I know there is something better …
May
21
Yoga Games 2012 Recap
I feel like a rockstar when I walk up to airport security with my aviators and only a carry-on. The feeling fades when she looks up at me in disbelief after seeing that my bag is carrying only my travel yoga mat and some gear to sweat in. I smile back with a simple “yep, …
May
17
Is Yoga Meant To Be An Endurance Sport?
My yoga practice reminds me to slow down. To breathe, and to enjoy it. At the same time, this body of mine craves speed! It wants to feel fast on a bike, streamlined in the water, and strong as I pound the pavement. Without this combination I am not able to find my happy balance …
