Recent circumstances gave way to some tough days and even weeks. I could go through the list of things, but it doesn’t really matter. What matters is how I handled it. I felt so challenged, at times, that I was unsure of my next step. When those moments creep into my life, I have to …
I awakened yesterday at 7000 feet elevation in the gorgous mountains of Big Bear, California. I was there to particpate in the Holcomb Valley 33 Miler with a total elevation gain of 4000 feet throughout the course. I was aware that my training had gotten little off track, so doing the full 33 miles was …
Hi guys! On my way back home from downtown San Diego to my lovely beach town of Encinitas (North County San Diego), I listened to a Marie Forleo podcast interview of Kris Carr. Kris Carr and Marie Forleo are two of my favorite influencers. The reason is simple– they are willing to be vulnerable. They …
Today was simply beautiful. Today, I witnessed so much love. Just look at the son embracing the father, letting him know– “Dad, I love you and I am proud of you.” Friends and family came out to support my good friend, Scott, for his baptism. The photo is of Scott and his son taken early …
It is so easy to get frustrated because you want to be doing something else. I totally get it. But, what I have learned is that when I do my best wherever I am, I get to that other place– or sometimes to an even better place. We are students. We will always be students. …
Sometimes, in fact more often than not, we get so busy with our own lives and trying to keep up, that we forget about the lives of others. This post is short and to the point– is there ONE person that you need to call today? Is there someone that may be alone on the …
Do You Need To Give Something Up To Gain Something More? I had an amazing experience this morning. I shared thoughts that I have had for some time, accepting what I know to be true. I have some pretty big dreams (many of which I have already reached), but I know that to achieve them …
Typically, transition is not where we like to hang out. It is that place of feeling lack of trust, weakness and confusion. Transition is uncomfortable. We are forced to make decisions that affect our lives or those around us. Have you ever noticed how you just want to know the answer? I have often had the …
Everyone is faced with challenges, but it’s how you handle those challenges that makes a difference. Last weekend was a true test for me. I ran the Kodiak 50 Mile Ultra at Big Bear. Of course, that distance alone is a challenge, but this course was difficult. It started at 7000 feet of elevation. We …
Yes, I used a zip lining experience to practice overcoming fear through meditation. This was not necessarily planned, but I found myself at Diamante Eco Park in Costa Rica yesterday which has five zip lines. I have never been a big fan of zip lines and the thought of it made me a bit nervous, …
