“I believe that life is a journey, often difficult and sometimes incredibly cruel, but we are well equipped for it if only we tap into our talents and gifts and allow them to blossom.”
― Les Brown
Take Necessary Breaks
On one of my recent bike rides, I rode around my local neighborhood. During the adventure, I warmed up on the flat...
“The idea is that flowing water never goes stale, so just keep on flowing.”
― Bruce Lee
Prolong Vitality
On my quarterly self-reflection in solitude, I backpack into the mountains exploring new trails and lakes.
For my most recent trip, I went to a National Forest in California.
To prepare for the trip, I pack the essentials, which includes my water filtered bottle. That’s...
“The mass of men lead lives of quiet desperation.”
― Henry David Thoreau
Carve Your Own Path
From birth, I was conditioned with beliefs about how I “should” live my life. Born into a family of farmers, I was exposed to a simple lifestyle.
Oblivious to being “poor,” my family and I were content and satisfied with what we had.
But as the exposure...
“Fear is only as deep as the mind allows.”
– Japanese Proverb
Fear Is A Survival Mechanism
Fear is a vital response to physical and emotional danger.
I’m experiencing fear now as I write this article. And that fear is the fear of rejection - not being “good enough” for acceptance.
This fear is the cause of the fear of public speaking which is...
“The best inheritance a parent can give his children is a few minutes of his time each day.”
– O. A. Battista
Loving Support and Presence
On most weekends, I would visit my family, and seeing my niece is one of my favorite parts.
Instantly after seeing me, my niece smiles and calls me uncle. Then she excitedly jumps into my arms and...
“When you begin your transcendental training, focusing your best efforts, without attachment to outcomes, you will understand the peaceful warrior's way.”
― Dan Millman
Strive for Excellence
My life’s philosophy is to always live with integrity and do my best in every situation. As I am exploring opportunities for earning additional income, I have found myself in a series of job interviews.
In addition...
“Dance as though no one's watching.
Sing as though no one's listening.
Love as though you've never been hurt.
Work as though you don't need the money.
Live as though it's heaven on earth”
— Albert D'Souza
What You Have Forgotten
The moment you were born, you were whole, joyful, and free.
You were full of life, zest, and excitement to be living in...
"The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing."
– Walt Disney
Synchronize Your Present and Future Self
After reading an inspiring book or watching a motivational video, I immediately feel excited to implement what I’ve learned. For example, I may have seen an instructive clip on an exercise movement. And during the moment, I’m extremely energized and...
“Men do not attract what they want, but who they are.”
– James Allen
Choose Empowering Thoughts
Oblivious to the power of my thoughts, I was easily persuaded and influenced by society and those around me. This included information taught in school, my friends’ beliefs, and marketing messages seen on television.
Those ideas caused me to believe everything I was taught and...
“The fear of death follows from the fear of life. A man who lives fully is prepared to die at any time.”
– Mark Twain
Life is Long Enough
“What is the meaning of life?”
That’s something I used to contemplate all the time.
Wanting to find the answer, I started consuming content related to that topic. In addition, I followed my curiosity by...