When someone is humiliated by the celebrity chef or screamed at as their worst secrets are revealed to the world, I see lives shattered and dreams dashed, the lives of REAL people. This is too close to the lives lost in the Roman Coliseum for my taste.
Henry Ford said “Anyone who stops learning is old, whether at twenty or eighty. Anyone who keeps learning stays young.” We all seek to stay young, vibrant, and engaged with life. One of the best ways to do this is to keep learning.
I’ve had the same homemade star on my tree since the Christmas of 1985. This was the year that I moved back to Atlanta and starting teaching at Dunwoody HS. I wanted to share this story to remind everyone of the impact of one act of kindness.
One of the silver linings of 2020 is that most everyone has slowed down and done less. Weekends packed with activities have become quiet time at home with family. The frantic need to see everyone and stay in touch has been replaced by meaningful virtual calls with friends and loved ones. Many people are discovering that they like this slower, more deliberate pace.
Even in the midst of a year like 2020, there is much to be thankful for. I have been constantly on the lookout for “silver linings” and have found many. This has kept me grounded and optimistic in the midst of so much stress and disappointment.
Even in the midst of a year like 2020, there is much to be thankful for. I have been constantly on the lookout for “silver linings” and have found many. This has kept me grounded and optimistic in the midst of so much stress and disappointment.
Imagine feeling better, having more stamina, moving more easily, having better focus, and feeling more confident as you move through the world! These are things that are possible through martial arts training. I’m living proof that this is possible….and now it’s available online!
Context is everything. I encourage you not to try to “lose weight.” Our consciousness balks at losing anything. Instead, focus on what you want to GAIN!
The world can be overwhelming and we can feel powerless in the face of huge problems or obstacles. But simply by volunteering, we can flip that equation and begin to feel empowered.
All bullies are actually cowards. The world is full of people trying to feel strong and powerful by abusing others, but if you’ve ever been on the receiving end of bullying, you know the real truth. Anyone who lashes out and treats others cruelly is desperately trying to feel powerful, but is actually a coward at heart.