Beauty

If I wish to become a beautiful person -- not the skin deep type of beauty, but rather the beauty that comes from being a loving, kind, and compassionate human being, who is not misdirected or shipwrecked by the winds and rains of circumstances and happenstance -- then I must develop the important things in my life such as character, inner strength, and faith. If I am able to do so, others might be able to look and see a source of guidance, strength, and inspiration to do the same. We all have the ability to radiate beauty. It is a choice, a lifestyle to embrace.

Sunday, February 9, 2014

Impact.

Word of the Year

Every year in January, I choose a word to focus on, in place of new year's resolutions. This personal tradition started in 2007. Peace. Drive. Joy. Be. Hope. Fun. Power. It is a simple way of adding a little focus to my constantly chaotic life.

2013 was a big year for me. Don't we always say that? Actually, they've all been big years for me. I've come to appreciate all of the years I've been blessed with, even the hard ones. My word for this year was POWER. I really wanted to step into myself, be more fully ME, and take responsibility that comes with power. It happened. 

I traveled out of the country for the first time, and I did it solo.
I graduated my GIM program and finished my MARI training.
I decided to buy a house and began that long process.
I dropped some weight, dropped body fat and got significantly stronger.
I raced in my first bike race and placed as high as 3rd in the season
I expanded my business, making a bigger impact on the community
I also screwed up. A lot.

This year is no different. Extraordinary Impact is my focus for 2014. Extraordinary, as in celebratory fireworks for a life worth rejoicing. Impact, as in demolishing old beliefs and habits that no longer serve me. Extraordinary, as in clearing the way for newness and efficiency. Impact, as in energy to see tasks and projects to completion. Extraordinary Impact.

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