An Act of Kindness and Gratitude

I just read Sifu Regier's blog, http://darcyregier.blogspot.ca, and it really touched me. I had been wondering about Sifu Rybak's Operation Pistachio, and now I understand.

She did something fantastic for Sifu Regier (I am assuming with the I Ho Chuan team's help) and it truly humbled me. It really proves how much of a difference an act of kindness can do. I promise that it had enormous benefits for all parties involved, and I encourage everyone to read both Sifu Regier and Sifu Rybak's blog "Operation Pistachio Part II". (I tried to put the blog's link in here, but I think it will only let me add one).

You guys are truly inspiring! Keep doing the wonderful things you are doing, the school sees it, and we are benefitting from the warm fuzzies that are occurring. It's a great example for us all to aspire to.

Butterfly Breath

I have been working on a project lately that is both very challenging mentally, but at the same time it's almost mindless. Basically it's something that I could do with my eyes shut (almost) but it's very emotionally draining.

It has been good for me though. I am very determined to see this through, and I am almost done. Which makes it hard to put down, because I want to give my brain a break.

It's the kind of project which reminds me to breathe in and out, and to reflect on the things that are important to me.

So when things seem tough, or your stress is at it's limit, or you feel discouraged, remember to breathe in and out remind yourself of where you are.

Can't put it off any longer

 

Yes, I am talking about this blog. I know it has tremendous value, and maybe it's because I missed last week, but writing today has been very difficult.

There is a lot going on in my head right now, lists of things I want to do, lists of things I need to do, and a blank list.

Why a blank list? I start in a different position at work this week, and I have no idea what it really is. There have been some duties thrown out there, but nothing is cemented. My boss says "Make it yours". Um, ok.

This is a whole new opportunity for me. One that holds many possibilities. One that makes my palms sweat because I am diving into an unknown. However, this is where my Kung Fu comes in.

I have always trusted my instructors to lead me in the right direction, and through them, I have learned to trust myself more. If I work hard, I can begin to master this new path. The path to black belt was laid out for me, but I still had to make my own way, in my own time. After black belt, I continued to forge my own path with patience and discipline. I know the same will apply at work.

So, bring it on!

 

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