That’s life…

“That’s life, that’s what people say. You’re riding high in April, on your back in May. But I know I’m gonna change that tune, when I’m back on top in June…” ~ “That’s Life” by Frank Sinatra

It’s been a while and although I have learned how to embrace the adversity because of the lessons, I still need to learn how to appreciate the triumphs. Five employment opportunities, the beginning of my journey to get my Psy.D, my beautiful family, and the daily opportunity to be better than I was yesterday. Now everything isn’t perfect but I can really appreciate my many blessings, while embracing my adversity but hey…that’s life. Enjoy the song! #BeDynamic

July 15, 2012 0

And Now A Word From Our Sponsor…Who am I?

Even though I was once a blasphemer and a persecutor and a violent man, I was shown mercy because I acted in ignorance and unbelief.

Here is a trustworthy saying that deserves full acceptance: Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners—of whom I am the worst.

But for that very reason I was shown mercy so that in me, the worst of sinners, Christ Jesus might display his unlimited patience as an example for those who would believe on him and receive eternal life.

1Timothy 1:13, 15-16

March 29, 2012 1

With all of the events swirling around me in this “Beautiful Struggle” I call life, this is how I feel! #BeDynamic

March 1, 2012 0

Act Of Valor

“Live your life that the fear of death can never enter your heart.
Trouble no one about his religion.
Respect others in their views and demand that they respect yours.
Love your life, perfect your life, beautify all things in your life.
Seek to make your life long and of service to your people.
Prepare a noble death song for the day when you go over the great divide.
Always give a word or sign of salute when meeting or passing a friend,
or even a stranger, if in a lonely place.
Show respect to all people, but grovel to none.
When you rise in the morning, give thanks for the light,
for your life, for your strength.
Give thanks for your food and for the joy of living.
If you see no reason to give thanks, the fault lies in yourself.
Abuse no one and no thing, for abuse turns the wise ones to fools
and robs the spirit of its vision.
When your time comes to die,
be not like those whose hearts are filled with fear of death,
so that when their time comes they weep and pray for a little more time
to live their lives over again in a different way.
Sing your death song, and die like a hero going home.”
~ Tecumseh

NOTE: This poem is featured in the movie “Act Of Valor” and is NOT the name of this poem but the poem is credited to Tecumseh. Tecumseh (March 1768 – October 5, 1813) is an icon and heroic figure in American Indian and Canadian history.

February 28, 2012 0

What do people think of you…and who are you?

“Regard your good name as the richest jewel you can possibly be possessed of – for credit is like fire; when once you have kindled it you may easily preserve it, but if you once extinguish it, you will find it an arduous task to rekindle it again. The way to gain a good reputation is to endeavor to be what you desire to appear.” ~Socrates

I’m always sad to say that I heard and internalize this quote AFTER my reputation and name were ruined at my own hands. I have done quite a few things that I am not proud of but the gifts of opportunity and time allows me to correct those wrongs that I have done. But it’s a constant process that also takes character.

Through my rekindling of a positive reputation I realized the importance of “character”. There is a big difference between reputation and character. Your reputation is what others think of you; your character is what you really are. I found that I didn’t like who I was and I also didn’t like what others thought of me. The way I dealt with that is to ask the question “Who am I?” Everyday during my mediation, while I am working throughout the day, and in each moment I try to I ask that question. This constantly allows me to re-evaluate what I do which is a reflection of who I am.

It’s a tough, tedious process but in the end I pray that I can be better than my best reputation. Be blessed, #BeDynamic

February 15, 2012 0

On Perspective…

During my period of “selective ignorance”, I have attempted to refocus on some of problem solving abilities, working on maintaining perspective of how I address challenges in my life. I have purposely limited my time on social networking while looking inward to answers some serious questions about myself. Allow me to express what I have learned…

I have definitely learned how to find a little bit of joy in the midst of these issues, especially when I recognize their purpose & results. I am always prepared and open to the lesson of the challenge that is before me. That not only assists me to get through but it makes me a living, walking example to those who are watching me. In most cases, I am truly blessed with what is needed to get me to the next level…learning through the challenge, becoming stronger for my next challenge in life. My faith is a major factor in this perspective. I am a firm believer that God blesses me with these trials to conquer and draw closer to Him strengthening my relationship.

I always talk about the elements of my prayer. Supplication, asking for the blessings of wisdom & discernment to make good decisions. Thanks, appreciating the opportunity to exercise the wisdom granted through the challenges in my life. So when you are going through YOUR challenges, embrace the struggle of this “Beautiful Struggle” we call life because you will be stronger. Be blessed, #BeDynamic

January 28, 2012 0

Healing…

Bleeding, bruised, and pale!!

January 3, 2012 0

Test Of A Man

The test of man is the fight that he makes.
The grit that he daily shows.
The way that he stands upon his feet.
And takes life’s numerous bumps and blows.

A coward can smile,
When there’s not to fear.
And nothing, his progress bars.
But it takes a man to stand and cheer.
While the other fellow stars.

It isn’t the victory after all,
But, the fight that a brother makes.
A man when driven against the wall,
takes the blows of fate.

With his head held high.
Bleeding, bruised, and pale!!
Is the man who will win, fate defied,
For he isn’t afraid to fail.

~Author Unknown~

#BeDynamic

November 18, 2011 0

Do, or Do Not. There Is No TRY!

While perusing through my crossfit blogs & inspirational quotes I came across “Yoda Wisdom”. Yes, Yoda from Star Wars! Yoda said it best when he imparted this wisdom, “Do, or Do Not. There is no TRY”. I have tweeted this statement a few times over the past couple of weeks because I keep reverting back to the youtube video below. This wise statement hit me very hard because think I have great ideas but they get stuck in my head or even on paper without the action to bring them to fruition.

Stop whining about “how much time…” and just DO. It’s all a matter of the mind. Make up your mind and either do or don’t. The in-between is where people spend most of their time and remain stuck. In the constant battle of whether you can or cannot you waste valuable moments to create positive and sustainable change in your life. There is no starting or stopping, only doing. You can either do or do not…which do you choose?

November 17, 2011 0

NOW!

NOW, not Today, not Yesterday, nor Tomorrow, but NOW is what we have. Breathe, Stay Present, Acknowledge what this moment is. Leave all anxieties, disappointments, should haves, would haves, could haves and remove them from this moment. Your transformation will not come about with the obsession of what has been or what can be, it will only come with you allowing yourself now to BE, and in BEING you will DO.

November 8, 2011 0