I am competitive... incredibly competitive... ridiculously Competitive! I'm that guy playing board games. I turn things into a competition that aren't meant to be. I'm the guy that competes with himself. I'm competitive about my job, I always wanna be one of the best agents with Farmers. I just compete, plain and simple.
When I got hurt it became a competition, especially when the realization hit me on how badly I was hurt. I pushed to see how quickly I could get out of the hospital, I wanted to master tasks and build strength as quickly as possible. I would go to the therapy room when I was in the hospital and do extra workouts to push as much as I could. I played wheel chair rugby(A.K.A. Murder Ball, great name) just 4 months after my accident and only 1 month removed fro staying at the hospital. I have to be challenged to have drive, and competition is my fuel.
There has been a sort of emptiness without motocross in my life. I mean, on so many levels I'm okay with it. Mostly because I know God always has a purpose and a plan. I trust that, but it doesn't make it easy. I miss that carrot in my life, that drive to push myself to be better at something. to win races, and frankly just battle with someone(shout out to the Vet crew! I miss lining up with you boys!).
After my injury I knew that my success in staying positive and not dwelling on my injury was to find something quickly to replace Motocross with as quickly as I could. At first just the recovery was enough to drive me. Then I quickly looked at options and thought what made the most sense was mountain biking(very similar to dirtbikes). So I have been striving to get one, but they are not cheap, especially with the mountain of Med bills and all that. So it's something I still look towards in my future and have a desire to get into, hopefully sooner than later, but it will take a little time.
In the mean time God has unexpectantly opened another door for me. I've had the blessing to get to know a few individuals through a sponsor Red Rush and old friend from my training days over at Concept2 rowers that have united me with the Crossfit world. Given my training background I've always been a neighbor to Crossfit, but never actually connected to it. I have gotten to know some individuals that have opened the world to me and the process of competing from a wheel chair.
The drive is back. The fuel that once burned inside has been restoked, and as I ready myself for the Adaptive Crossfit Open and the camaraderie I begin to build with other athletes around the world I can't help but think about this as a gift from God I never expected. I look forward to being part of a movement to grow this sport locally at the adaptive level and bring competition back into others lives. Huh? He truly works in mysterious ways...
Saturday, February 28, 2015
Sunday, January 25, 2015
Personal Connections
I grew up a Seahawks Fan living most of my life in the wet, dreary area of Battle Ground, Washington(not that for a long time I've really bragged about being a Hawk fan). I can remember watching games with my uncles growing up, who were huge, die hard, Seattle fans. I remember attending my first game in person, that allowed me to get to know my Aunt's new husband better. We ventured to the Kingdom where we allowed to watch them play Joe Montana and the Kansas City Chiefs(Course the hawks lost 16-32). I was able to get my first Hawks hat.
Last year my passion for the Seahawks was deepened greatly, with my accident happening exactly one week before the Super bowl I was still a resident of St. Als at the time just a few days removed from ICU. In arguably one of the darkest times of my life, the super bowl served as a bright spot for me. I was a bit nervous though with the Seahawks performance in their first big game(Or the Refs performance I should say). My brother and father brought in a 50" TV to my hospital room so we could watch the game in HD and all it's glory.
While the Super bowl seemed a disappointment to most being such a blowout, it served as a silver lining to my grey cloud. A bright spot that in a time of tragedy created a sub-conscious bright spot that deepened my love for the Hawks. It gave me a inside perspective if you will to those that request time with teams and athletes through Make a Wish. It allows them to create an experience that puts a smile on there face and shine a light during a dark time.
Tomorrow serves as the anniversary date for my accident. It's funny, I was reflecting today on how the weather this year compared to last is very reflective to where I was and where I am now. I feel more accomplished through the path the Lord has led me this last year than I have through any other time in my life. I have been truly blessed to have the opportunity to learn what I'm really made of.
There is no other time to learn your true character, your true friends, and what kind of seeds you have sown, but when you are at your lowest.
Experience; the best description of this last year. The closeness I have enriched with my family, the relationships that have deepened with friends, the drive and determination I have learned I possess, the unlimited possibilities and power I have witnessed that God will use when allowed... my greatest experience.
In regards to my reflection on the Super bowl, players and fans talk about games like the Super bowl as an unbelievable experience. But I will argue that the greatest and most unbelievable experience we can be a part of is that of us allowing God's plan and will to guide our lives. It will bring the unexpected and be an experience like you could never imagine.
With it's proximity in date, the Super Bowl will always serve as a reminder of this for me... Go Hawks!!
Last year my passion for the Seahawks was deepened greatly, with my accident happening exactly one week before the Super bowl I was still a resident of St. Als at the time just a few days removed from ICU. In arguably one of the darkest times of my life, the super bowl served as a bright spot for me. I was a bit nervous though with the Seahawks performance in their first big game(Or the Refs performance I should say). My brother and father brought in a 50" TV to my hospital room so we could watch the game in HD and all it's glory.
While the Super bowl seemed a disappointment to most being such a blowout, it served as a silver lining to my grey cloud. A bright spot that in a time of tragedy created a sub-conscious bright spot that deepened my love for the Hawks. It gave me a inside perspective if you will to those that request time with teams and athletes through Make a Wish. It allows them to create an experience that puts a smile on there face and shine a light during a dark time.
Tomorrow serves as the anniversary date for my accident. It's funny, I was reflecting today on how the weather this year compared to last is very reflective to where I was and where I am now. I feel more accomplished through the path the Lord has led me this last year than I have through any other time in my life. I have been truly blessed to have the opportunity to learn what I'm really made of.
There is no other time to learn your true character, your true friends, and what kind of seeds you have sown, but when you are at your lowest.
Experience; the best description of this last year. The closeness I have enriched with my family, the relationships that have deepened with friends, the drive and determination I have learned I possess, the unlimited possibilities and power I have witnessed that God will use when allowed... my greatest experience.
In regards to my reflection on the Super bowl, players and fans talk about games like the Super bowl as an unbelievable experience. But I will argue that the greatest and most unbelievable experience we can be a part of is that of us allowing God's plan and will to guide our lives. It will bring the unexpected and be an experience like you could never imagine.
With it's proximity in date, the Super Bowl will always serve as a reminder of this for me... Go Hawks!!
Wednesday, January 14, 2015
Finish Strong
It's like that movie that you think has climaxed, and the antagonist is at the most difficult position and now they will work their way back to the top. Suddenly there is a twist and a new challenge presents itself and pushes them even further down.
That's kind of the way the end of this year has been for myself. A whole new set of challenges has presented itself. It seems my hips have decided to be difficult and present some complications. My left hip that I dislocated and damaged the femoral head has been challenging due to the joint trying to become one solid bone from a large calcium deposit due to immobilization. Something I have to continually stretch and range my legs to fight as a counteraction. My right hip has collected fluid due to extreme arthritis(apparently I have been hard on my body is what they tell me). It rolls like a skate board wheel with a flat spot and can lock up when that spot catches.
I constantly think back to the time I was in the hospital, I had this perception(or delusion, depends on how you look at it) that I would be down for a couple weeks and then promptly begin to return to normal. Now at almost a year later I find myself frustrated and inpatient at times in my continued recovery process. I have found that normal isn't as much of a set pattern in routine as much as being adaptable and receptive to what life throws my way.
I take pride in knowing how far I've come through perseverance and pure stubborn relentlessness. While I find some discouragement in knowing at only one year post accident my journey has just begun, I take solace in knowing I have been ahead of the curve in my recovery and regaining my strength. My training habits of old are more important toady then they I have ever been. I often compare physical difficulties to a 6-8 hour road trip in a car. That feeling you have when you are finally able to step out of the vehicle and stretch, that stiffness you feel from the lack of mobilization and circulation is my daily struggle. Its my daily workout that promotes my circulation and combats this challenge.
It shows me the importance in our daily habits and the discipline we build in our lives. God has given us the ability to prepare ourselves for what ever may come our way in life. The challenges and adversity we face can be minimized with inner built strength and preparation. How we live our life reflects how high the mountains are we climb and how low the valleys are we recess in to.
There is a saying " The definition of luck is when opportunity meets preparation" I have always lived life by this mantra and it finds me feeling very lucky despite what has happened. 2014 has found me very blessed with many victories. I look forward to what 2015 will hold and hope the new year finds you with your daily walk and preparation to be "lucky" in life.
That's kind of the way the end of this year has been for myself. A whole new set of challenges has presented itself. It seems my hips have decided to be difficult and present some complications. My left hip that I dislocated and damaged the femoral head has been challenging due to the joint trying to become one solid bone from a large calcium deposit due to immobilization. Something I have to continually stretch and range my legs to fight as a counteraction. My right hip has collected fluid due to extreme arthritis(apparently I have been hard on my body is what they tell me). It rolls like a skate board wheel with a flat spot and can lock up when that spot catches.
I constantly think back to the time I was in the hospital, I had this perception(or delusion, depends on how you look at it) that I would be down for a couple weeks and then promptly begin to return to normal. Now at almost a year later I find myself frustrated and inpatient at times in my continued recovery process. I have found that normal isn't as much of a set pattern in routine as much as being adaptable and receptive to what life throws my way.
I take pride in knowing how far I've come through perseverance and pure stubborn relentlessness. While I find some discouragement in knowing at only one year post accident my journey has just begun, I take solace in knowing I have been ahead of the curve in my recovery and regaining my strength. My training habits of old are more important toady then they I have ever been. I often compare physical difficulties to a 6-8 hour road trip in a car. That feeling you have when you are finally able to step out of the vehicle and stretch, that stiffness you feel from the lack of mobilization and circulation is my daily struggle. Its my daily workout that promotes my circulation and combats this challenge.
It shows me the importance in our daily habits and the discipline we build in our lives. God has given us the ability to prepare ourselves for what ever may come our way in life. The challenges and adversity we face can be minimized with inner built strength and preparation. How we live our life reflects how high the mountains are we climb and how low the valleys are we recess in to.
There is a saying " The definition of luck is when opportunity meets preparation" I have always lived life by this mantra and it finds me feeling very lucky despite what has happened. 2014 has found me very blessed with many victories. I look forward to what 2015 will hold and hope the new year finds you with your daily walk and preparation to be "lucky" in life.
Monday, December 1, 2014
The Highs and the Lows...
I really dislike the word "can't". In fact I don't allow it in our house. When Joie wants to say "I can't", I have her replace it with the phrase "it's difficult". Because while we can do it, it can still be difficult.
I'm finding that most things I do nowadays are difficult. The simplest task takes so much more effort than it used to. everything takes so much more time. Most would think I have the ideal job in my situation, and while there is no doubt I'm blessed to continue work without interruption from my accident... it's still difficult. The chair hurts, especially just sitting in it. Truth is I'm usually good for 2-3 hours in the office before my butt is just on fire and my back aches. Then I typically have to run and errand or two before making it home to find some relief. I usually just want to lay down to release pressure, but inevitably within 10-15 minutes I fall asleep. Typically after that I have to get back up and do therapy, or workout. It's actually very important for my strength to get around and more importantly for my circulation. If I don't workout I get very tight and my hips, back and shoulders become extremely uncomfortable and painful.
I guess I'm sharing this because I think sometimes I paint an unrealistic picture about what I go through. I won't complain, I strive to be positive in all things because it helps me get through. I want to be that person to look up to by finding the good in all I do. But I think sometimes it makes my situation look easier than it is, like I recovered and moved on with minimal disruption. I feel I've made the best of it. However, it comes at a cost of feeling isolated and alone at times with my struggle because I push to keep it internal. I feel if I don't talk about it, I won't give it more power. So I strive to shine light and determination on everything I do. And while I feel good about the compliments and encouraging words from others, it sometimes makes me feel like an actor, a poster boy that has a behind the scenes story.
I will continue to be positive, It's the root of my success. I'm a fighter, and I will always fight. It's the responsibility I have in what has been given to me. I just urge you to always keep in mind, just because somebody has that priceless "can do" attitude... doesn't mean it isn't difficult.
I'm finding that most things I do nowadays are difficult. The simplest task takes so much more effort than it used to. everything takes so much more time. Most would think I have the ideal job in my situation, and while there is no doubt I'm blessed to continue work without interruption from my accident... it's still difficult. The chair hurts, especially just sitting in it. Truth is I'm usually good for 2-3 hours in the office before my butt is just on fire and my back aches. Then I typically have to run and errand or two before making it home to find some relief. I usually just want to lay down to release pressure, but inevitably within 10-15 minutes I fall asleep. Typically after that I have to get back up and do therapy, or workout. It's actually very important for my strength to get around and more importantly for my circulation. If I don't workout I get very tight and my hips, back and shoulders become extremely uncomfortable and painful.
I guess I'm sharing this because I think sometimes I paint an unrealistic picture about what I go through. I won't complain, I strive to be positive in all things because it helps me get through. I want to be that person to look up to by finding the good in all I do. But I think sometimes it makes my situation look easier than it is, like I recovered and moved on with minimal disruption. I feel I've made the best of it. However, it comes at a cost of feeling isolated and alone at times with my struggle because I push to keep it internal. I feel if I don't talk about it, I won't give it more power. So I strive to shine light and determination on everything I do. And while I feel good about the compliments and encouraging words from others, it sometimes makes me feel like an actor, a poster boy that has a behind the scenes story.
I will continue to be positive, It's the root of my success. I'm a fighter, and I will always fight. It's the responsibility I have in what has been given to me. I just urge you to always keep in mind, just because somebody has that priceless "can do" attitude... doesn't mean it isn't difficult.
Tuesday, October 28, 2014
Like a Boy Scout...
I grew up in an entrepreneurial household. Aside from the farm being a family business my father had other small family businesses he had pursued and succeeded with, the truck dealership, A PEO company, a feed mill and compost company to name a few. Throughout all these family ventures there was always a common theme... hard work and CYB(cover your butt). In all dealings, in all activities make sure that you've done things right to protect yourself and know that you are prepared.
I think that is a big part of handling any adversity, making sure you are prepared. I look as adversity as a training program. I always tell my athletes "The harder you work today, the easier it will be tomorrow". The more in life I fight through the challenges and adversity, the easier it is to overcome and fight through the next adversity. It becomes a life long training program really.
I also believe that the lord prepares us for the challenges that will come later with the obstacles we face today. It's definitely a thread I can see play out in my life now. When I raced motocross professionally I was careful to be real with myself and stay grounded, my natural abilities were not strong. I knew I wasn't going to be one of the fast guys on the track, so to make up for that I worked hard to make sure I was in better shape to do my best to outlast the speed of others. I may not have been the fastest, but I was always one of the strongest, both physically and mentally. Overcoming this challenge in my racing career is what led to my opportunities as a trainer.
My training program continued to develop throughout the years and I was always pushing myself and my body. Danielle has always given me a hard time because I was constantly complaining of being sore. The stronger I got, the harder I would push to bring the pain. I slowly conditioned myself to experiencing fatigued muscles as just a part of life.
Little did I know the big guy was preparing me. Since my accident my back, my hips, my legs constantly hurt. Some days are better than others, but I have accepted a certain level of constant aching that will always be there. It's something I will live with, but because of the mental and physical conditioning of my past it's something I can live with. I guess I'm lucky.
Course I only feel that way based on my definition of lucky. Luck is when opportunity meets preparation. Opportunity is a common, optimistic word to use as a replacement for problem. I have handled this opportunity because I was prepared.
I encourage all to look at adversity and challenges in life as way to prepare yourself for the next opportunity. The perspective will not only make challenges easier to face... you also might find it just may change your future luck.
I think that is a big part of handling any adversity, making sure you are prepared. I look as adversity as a training program. I always tell my athletes "The harder you work today, the easier it will be tomorrow". The more in life I fight through the challenges and adversity, the easier it is to overcome and fight through the next adversity. It becomes a life long training program really.
I also believe that the lord prepares us for the challenges that will come later with the obstacles we face today. It's definitely a thread I can see play out in my life now. When I raced motocross professionally I was careful to be real with myself and stay grounded, my natural abilities were not strong. I knew I wasn't going to be one of the fast guys on the track, so to make up for that I worked hard to make sure I was in better shape to do my best to outlast the speed of others. I may not have been the fastest, but I was always one of the strongest, both physically and mentally. Overcoming this challenge in my racing career is what led to my opportunities as a trainer.
My training program continued to develop throughout the years and I was always pushing myself and my body. Danielle has always given me a hard time because I was constantly complaining of being sore. The stronger I got, the harder I would push to bring the pain. I slowly conditioned myself to experiencing fatigued muscles as just a part of life.
Little did I know the big guy was preparing me. Since my accident my back, my hips, my legs constantly hurt. Some days are better than others, but I have accepted a certain level of constant aching that will always be there. It's something I will live with, but because of the mental and physical conditioning of my past it's something I can live with. I guess I'm lucky.
Course I only feel that way based on my definition of lucky. Luck is when opportunity meets preparation. Opportunity is a common, optimistic word to use as a replacement for problem. I have handled this opportunity because I was prepared.
I encourage all to look at adversity and challenges in life as way to prepare yourself for the next opportunity. The perspective will not only make challenges easier to face... you also might find it just may change your future luck.
Monday, September 15, 2014
The Ripple Effect
Most of us have seen or heard of the movie "The Butterfly Effect", based on the premise that it would be nice to go back in time and change certain things. However, actually doing so could have grave consequences on how things in are life can be effected, and the outcome can be worse than what we originally experienced. The part in this plot I thought to be the most interesting wasn't how it effected the outcome of the lead characters future, but how small changes in his past greatly changed the future of everybody else close to him in his life.
There is no doubt or surprise to how much life has taken a turn down a serious different interstate for me. This isn't exactly something you plan for, but not much that happens in our lives is planned for. It isn't so much what happens to us in our lives, but how we react to what happens that has the most meaning and power in our future experiences. There is no doubt there are several things I miss taking part in; just going for a run, going on foothill hikes, ridin my dirtbike just for starters Camping is a different experience I still enjoy but I'm adjusting to now in a more comfortable manner, not really "rough'in it any more. I would love to just jump up and be able to go to the bathroom real quick in the middle of the night when there is a need! And yet, because my life has been forced to change there are things I am able to see an experience in a different light. I have been forced to hand off more tasks and responsibilities at work, and because of that there are things I enjoy being part of that I wouldn't have taken the time to do before, like taking the time to pick my daughter up from school and hearing about the adventures of her day. Sometimes a forced slow down from the rat race can be a blessing if you look at it the right way, and listen to what life(or the Lord) is telling you.
Yeah....big changes.
Consider though remembering the nuisance's of the movie? I just described how it has changed my life, which is what tends to be right out in front and obvious. The real difficulty is the impact it has had on everybody else around me. How it will shape and impact Joie's life because of things we have gone through. My daughter has done a lot of growing up this year, ready or not. And like I touched upon before, how it has effected our staff in our office. It has been career changing for some, and I have seen growth and acceleration in others beyond all expectations. While they have done an outstanding job, its not a load they signed up for, but have accepted. Despite still being overwhelming and daunting at times.
Then there is my wife, who has had to step up and shoulder more responsibility than anybody. Who has had to muster more strength and courage than all others with no choice in the matter. Well, actually she didn't have to, she could have chosen not to, but she has. It has been harder than anybody has seen or can imagine on her. I thank God everyday he chose her to be my partner on this transition! As accepting as I have been of this life change there are still times I wish I could go back and change it for her and them more than anything.
Or do I? Maybe the alternate path taken could have turned out so much worse in ways I don't see or imagine. I have to remember that God has a plan, for all of us. I have to remember that the path we take or are forced onto isn't just for a reason(you know, everything happens for a reason), but a destiny. If we are wise and listen to his guidance along the detours we are delt, then that destiny will be filled with so many blessings.
Oh, and in your consideration for others you care for and the hardships they face... remember to care and be there for those around them whom equally face their own challenges.
There is no doubt or surprise to how much life has taken a turn down a serious different interstate for me. This isn't exactly something you plan for, but not much that happens in our lives is planned for. It isn't so much what happens to us in our lives, but how we react to what happens that has the most meaning and power in our future experiences. There is no doubt there are several things I miss taking part in; just going for a run, going on foothill hikes, ridin my dirtbike just for starters Camping is a different experience I still enjoy but I'm adjusting to now in a more comfortable manner, not really "rough'in it any more. I would love to just jump up and be able to go to the bathroom real quick in the middle of the night when there is a need! And yet, because my life has been forced to change there are things I am able to see an experience in a different light. I have been forced to hand off more tasks and responsibilities at work, and because of that there are things I enjoy being part of that I wouldn't have taken the time to do before, like taking the time to pick my daughter up from school and hearing about the adventures of her day. Sometimes a forced slow down from the rat race can be a blessing if you look at it the right way, and listen to what life(or the Lord) is telling you.
Yeah....big changes.
Consider though remembering the nuisance's of the movie? I just described how it has changed my life, which is what tends to be right out in front and obvious. The real difficulty is the impact it has had on everybody else around me. How it will shape and impact Joie's life because of things we have gone through. My daughter has done a lot of growing up this year, ready or not. And like I touched upon before, how it has effected our staff in our office. It has been career changing for some, and I have seen growth and acceleration in others beyond all expectations. While they have done an outstanding job, its not a load they signed up for, but have accepted. Despite still being overwhelming and daunting at times.
Then there is my wife, who has had to step up and shoulder more responsibility than anybody. Who has had to muster more strength and courage than all others with no choice in the matter. Well, actually she didn't have to, she could have chosen not to, but she has. It has been harder than anybody has seen or can imagine on her. I thank God everyday he chose her to be my partner on this transition! As accepting as I have been of this life change there are still times I wish I could go back and change it for her and them more than anything.
Or do I? Maybe the alternate path taken could have turned out so much worse in ways I don't see or imagine. I have to remember that God has a plan, for all of us. I have to remember that the path we take or are forced onto isn't just for a reason(you know, everything happens for a reason), but a destiny. If we are wise and listen to his guidance along the detours we are delt, then that destiny will be filled with so many blessings.
Oh, and in your consideration for others you care for and the hardships they face... remember to care and be there for those around them whom equally face their own challenges.
Saturday, September 13, 2014
Is your filter clogged?
I watch a lot of sports news, I listen to a lot of sports radio. Partly because I really love sports. But mostly because unlike the regular news, which I never pay attention to, its mostly positive. Yes there are times when there is content toward the negative side, but for the most part sports media is about what some did outstanding or what they achieved against the opposition. It constantly reminds me of what we are capable of with the right attitude and if we push ourselves.
That's difficult for anybody though if your living on the wrong side of the Law of Attraction. Its no new revelation that we are all influenced by what we surround ourselves with, that we can create our own negative or positive subliminal messaging with our environment. I think a large part of my handling the accident in such a strong way is the company I keep. Having those that remind me of my faith, and point out the strengths in my life has been a true blessing. Of course I could have just as easily surrounded my self with a pity parting and gone into self loathing if I had chosen too. The key word being choice.
I also believe if I choose to put a smile on my face, and choose to look at what I can accomplish instead of what is a struggle I help create that positive environment. I don't know too many people that can get smiled at and reciprocate with a scowl. It begins with us and what we choose to project, then our message is enforced with the company we keep. I know there are times when you just get stuck with Eeyore. But that's when we have to steup up and be the Tigger. That's also when I use my filter. We all have selective hearing, it's just a manner of how we use it and what we choose to absorb and reflect. I literally just choose to tune out when somebody goes negative on me, it does me no good to internalize it.
Don't get me wrong I don't think we have to live in fantasy land. I still think we can be real. In fact I think Iam very real. I also think there is a lot of good that can come out of struggles and adversity. Purely in the common focal points of adversity making us stronger, the lesson's we learn from struggles, and how they can shape us as an individual. Life isn't always meant to be easy, to be honest if it was it would be pretty boring. Without sour, sweet wouldn't be sweet.
I thinks that's why I have decided to start a side career doing motivational speaking, to focus on my Law of Attraction. With the struggles I now face I need to remind myself the blessings that can come of it. I can use this mission to hold myself accountable and hopefully help some others remodel there circle of influence along the way. With God's help I can have an impact on shaping the future outlook of others....as well as my own.
That's difficult for anybody though if your living on the wrong side of the Law of Attraction. Its no new revelation that we are all influenced by what we surround ourselves with, that we can create our own negative or positive subliminal messaging with our environment. I think a large part of my handling the accident in such a strong way is the company I keep. Having those that remind me of my faith, and point out the strengths in my life has been a true blessing. Of course I could have just as easily surrounded my self with a pity parting and gone into self loathing if I had chosen too. The key word being choice.
I also believe if I choose to put a smile on my face, and choose to look at what I can accomplish instead of what is a struggle I help create that positive environment. I don't know too many people that can get smiled at and reciprocate with a scowl. It begins with us and what we choose to project, then our message is enforced with the company we keep. I know there are times when you just get stuck with Eeyore. But that's when we have to steup up and be the Tigger. That's also when I use my filter. We all have selective hearing, it's just a manner of how we use it and what we choose to absorb and reflect. I literally just choose to tune out when somebody goes negative on me, it does me no good to internalize it.
Don't get me wrong I don't think we have to live in fantasy land. I still think we can be real. In fact I think Iam very real. I also think there is a lot of good that can come out of struggles and adversity. Purely in the common focal points of adversity making us stronger, the lesson's we learn from struggles, and how they can shape us as an individual. Life isn't always meant to be easy, to be honest if it was it would be pretty boring. Without sour, sweet wouldn't be sweet.
I thinks that's why I have decided to start a side career doing motivational speaking, to focus on my Law of Attraction. With the struggles I now face I need to remind myself the blessings that can come of it. I can use this mission to hold myself accountable and hopefully help some others remodel there circle of influence along the way. With God's help I can have an impact on shaping the future outlook of others....as well as my own.
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