my TUT message today!

Not ever, not once, Sue, not since time began has there been someone who's actually made the kind of choices you've consistently made, year after year, your whole life long, in spite of fleeting fears, lingering doubts and moments of despair. Yet now, for the countless multitudes waiting on the sidelines for their turn, there's a path, an example to follow, and a light to show them the way.

Jolly good show,
The Universe

Tiny Buddha

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Nov 16, 2010 01:22 am | Lori Deschene

“Always be mindful of the kindness and not the faults of others.” -Buddha


It’s easy to focus on someone else’s faults and flaws–we’re all human and we all have them. But shining a light on someone’s weaknesses doesn’t help them improve; it merely reminds them you’re more attentive to what they lack than what they have.

We all want to be appreciated for who we are and the good we do, regardless of our shortcomings. We want to believe that what we do is enough–that we’re enough, even if we don’t do everything perfectly and still have room to grow.

We can’t control how other people treat us, but can we show them how in the way we treat them.

Whose kindness can you acknowledge today?

a 35 year old undergrad

Well, I'm registered for Biology 101 in the spring! I have 8 undergrad science classes to take before I can apply to grad school to work towards a doctorate in Physical Therapy.

Wow, it is going to be a long road from here. I am looking forward to it though.

Cats not Cancer

http://catsnotcancer.tumblr.com/

This is my friend, Nikki...her blog.

She was just recently diagnosed with breast cancer. I'm following her blog.

She is very inspiring to me, and I think she is an amazing person.

Good News!!!

Good News!

There is a website now called www.SeniorPeopleMeet.com

I guess I won't have to grow old and grey all alone afterall!!!

Action v. Apathy

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Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. HOME BLOG QUOTES SPONSOR ABOUT CONTACT Tiny Wisdom: On Choosing Oct 29, 2010 03:57 am | Lori Deschene “There are two primary choices in life: to accept conditions as they exist, or accept responsibility for changing them.” -Denis Waitley Sometimes complaining, stressing, analyzing, and fantasizing can seem proactive, but they don’t actually change anything. Visualizing or planning may help you take action, but nothing changes unless you actually do. Today if you feel aggravated with your circumstances ask yourself these questions: Am I willing to do something to change them? And if not, what can I do to enjoy today instead of dwelling and letting it slip away?

Scared

So I am getting advised soon for school. I'm a little nervous about going back, and this time it is for something totally different. It will be a huge decision too, compared to when I went back to school for paralegal.

I have been wanting to go to school now for cosmetology for quite some time as far back as I can remember. That is all I have talked about....however, now I have once again changed my mind.

I really want a fulfilling career that is very rewarding. I want to help people...from the inside out, not just from the outside.

Lately, in the last few years, I started getting more active. Active in the gym again and active outdoors. I've been working out and running. I've entered 10k's and mud runs, etc. I also power walked a marathon and a half and raised money to fight breast cancer. I started rock climbing back in 2007. Now, I like to backpack as well, and I have now tried ice climbing twice. I love being active. Along with being active comes a price. PAIN! Hahahahaha

This past spring, I had to get some physical therapy. I have Patella Femoral Pain Syndrome. Bascially, this is the result of the lateral maltracking of the knee cap. There are many things that cause this problem, and it is very common among women. I saw an Ortho and had an MRI. Based on the results of the MRI, I was sent to physical therapy for patella maltracking.

I learned so much from PT. It's sad to say I loved leaving my desk job for an hour to go "work out" at clinic twice a week. I realized, while I was in physical therapy myself, that I too wanted to help folks that are trying to heal and recover and get back in shape.

I know my body was not meant to be at a desk for 7.5 to 8 hours of my day either! Sitting at a desk is really bad for me, and it literally hurts.

I really want to be a physical therapist. I would like to work in a clinical environment helping patients one on one. I want to help patients that have come out of car wrecks or those who have injured themselves playing sports or maybe work with children. I also want to get my trainer's license and become a personal trainer on the side. I really want to make a difference in someone's life.

So now begins the basic prerequisite courses...and once I have completed those, I can begin to apply for grad school to pursue a Doctorate in Physical Therapy.

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Tiny Wisdom: On Envy Oct 28, 2010 01:30 am | Lori Deschene “You can’t be envious and happy at the same time.” -Frank Tyger When you’re fixated on everything someone else has that you lack, it’s near impossible to notice and appreciate everything that’s working in your favor. There’s always something, even if you’re not where you’d like to be professionally, romantically, socially, or personally. You’ll get there–that doesn’t change that now is a perfect time to be happy. Envy is disease of resentful dissatisfaction. Gratitude is not only the anecdote–it’s also a choice to accept and enjoy your world as it is.

Why?

Why do I never listen to my gut?

Why can't people give honest, straight forward answers?

I'm a moron.

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“He who trims himself to suit everyone will soon whittle himself away.” ~Raymond Hull

It’s human nature to want approval from other people, but it can be exhausting to compromise yourself to influence or manipulate other people’s perceptions. No matter how much you try, it simply isn’t possibly to control what other people think.

If you’re being true to yourself, at least a few people will judge, question, or dislike you. No one can please the whole world all at once while honoring their own needs and truths.

Today if you feel the need to people-please, ask yourself, what’s more important: knowing you’ve done your best to make everyone like you, or knowing you’re strong enough to stay true to who you are?

a really good website

Tiny Wisdom: On Growing Oct 06, 2010 02:59 pm Lori Deschene “Growth begins when we begin to accept our weaknesses.” -Jean Vanier Weakness isn’t a sign of inferiority; it’s a sign of humanity. No one is without weaknesses, and everyone makes mistakes as they learn where they excel and where they have room to grow. The important thing to remember is that we will keep growing as long as we keep making that choice; and the best part is there’s no limit to how many strengths we can cultivate. Today is you struggle a little, personally, socially, or professionally, know that it isn’t a setback. It’s an opportunity to unlock your greatest potential.

bigger, better things

So, I'm going to stop procrastinating!

This is my life!!! We only get to live once.

Next week, I should know a little bit more as to how to get started.

If it means selling my house and moving back home with the rents to get it, then that is what I'm going to do!!!

I'm tired of not going after what I really want...I'm tired of being scared. If others out there can do it, then so can I.

breast cancer

This month is breast cancer awareness month.

A friend of mine was just diagnosed with it a couple of weeks ago :(
However, she is strong and is ready to kick cancer in its ass!!!

Anyone out there who is reading my blog, please pray for my friend. Her name is Nikki, and she lives in Seattle. She has been through so much, and I know that this will be just one more obstacle that she will overcome. She really is positive and very courageous. I really admire her strength.

Wow!!!

This is the first time in a long time where i have NOTHING on my calendar!

Strange!!! I'm not sure if i like it or not.

No climbing planned, no trips planned, no races to get into....NOTHING! (nothing to train for)

And I feel a bit lonely...it is what it is i guess.

*sigh*

Ok, time to book up the calendar again........................

MUD RUN 9/25/2010

Saturday, the 25th, was my first time ever running in the USMC Mud Run.

This course was very challenging and so much fun! I really enjoyed myself, even though at times I was hurting. I have been wanting to do this for 2 years now! I was really scared of it, but it wasn't that bad to be quite honest. Most of it was mental. I like getting out of my comfort zone...even if I am scared to do things. I still learn a great deal about myself. And most of the time, I learn that I am quite capable. That's an awesome thing to learn about yourself!!!

The team I was on was completely awesome too. Our team work was amazing. I'm so proud and honored to have such awesome friends in my life!

This was the 10 foot wall that we had to get over as a team:

We got Anne up first.

I was second to go. Oh my god! It was so hard getting over on top of the wall. Really? I thought this obstacle was going to be easier than it was.

Even getting Lauren up was pretty tough, and she weighed like nothing!

At one point, to get Lauren over the top, I pulled on her pants! LOL

None of us had ever done this race before. This was so much harder than the Warrior Dash back in May. Twice as many obstacles and more miles to run!!! All of it was marine style!!! hahaha
They were yelling at you at each obstacle. Crazy!

We did not skip any obstacles. Even the ones that were really hard...we spotted each other on all of them even if it meant only one person can do the obstacle at a time.

A lot of the teams got a faster time, but I personally think they skipped some obstacles?
;)

I was surprised at myself though and how much energy I had. Maybe it was the adrenaline? But I had so much energy. I also jogged most of it. I wasn't sure if I would be able to jog or run it, so I was really happy.

This was one of the best days ever!!! :)

I will definitely do this again next year.