Yes. The 'Meister does the word "calibre" justice.jgest wrote:I was quite touched to have somebody in the caliber of Shooshie inject some sentiment into the topic.
I'm still on a high.
You have friends who can relate to this at U'Nation, mate.jgest wrote: Like the monk these are difficult time for me as the world I thought I knew and had built up around me suddenly mushroom clouded into nothingness (er fell apart), leaving me questioning the basic aspects of my being wondering what what my purpose on this planet is supposed to be.
My heart truly sank (and I'm still feelin' it) when I heard you say, "4 years later, with 2 kids and pushing 40 I feel like I F*CKED my life." the other day.
These are words I've always avoided saying to myself (or to anyone, for that matter).
Sure, I may have felt like saying them almost every day the last 20 years, but where would it have led?
As you'd know, it's not the "what" in life, but the "how" that defines us and separates winners from losers.
In other words, we're defined by our reactions to, and not by the quality or quantity of the challenges that flow our way.
A thick-and-fast barrage of challenges only offers more opportunities to practice.
It helps to remember that you're never given more than you can handle, even though this seems absurd at times.
Just think, if you can gracefully accept and negotiate the situation, your kids will learn some of the subtleties of surviving "chasing the dream".jgest wrote:I always thought if you follow your bliss..........I followed it and got quite lost, frankly I'm stuck high up in the mountains with out a gps (at least I am not wearing any cotton).
They won't need to be afraid, like so many, of pursuing their individuality.
At the same time, any insights, strength and relationships you form and develop will enhance your creativity and resolve to see things, including future projects, through.
Amen. Can't thank the guy enough.jgest wrote:Yeah, thanks agian shoosh.
