Comments on: How to Be Inspired By People Living Their Dreams

By: John Sherry

John Sherry — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 11:49:31 +0000

Abso-totally-lutely Tess! So many people moan and complain about their trivial and minor problems while others with one arm climb Mt Everest. But that’s it…the whingers’ Everest is the simple, everyday, non-challenging issues that act as huge mountains before them. Others see the mountains as a playground. Awesome!! May I just add to check out the You Tube video of autistic basketball player Jason McElwain – brought tears to my eyes for a young man who teaches the world about loving what you do and being fully yourself. Ace post Tess, love the vibe!!!

By: Justin | Mazzastick

Justin | Mazzastick — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 02:21:21 +0000

Hi Tess,
That is so great to see. I get tired just watching IronMan competitions on TV I couldn’t imagine doing it nine times.

By: Cathy | Treatment Talk

Cathy | Treatment Talk — Sun, 23 Oct 2011 05:14:11 +0000

Hi Tess,

Thanks for sharing this amazing video! I have so much respect for people who set the highest goals for themselves and their body allows them to accomplish this physical challenge. I have done a half marathon as well and it was a really fun experience to run with my daughter and to each accomplish a goal we had set for ourselves. It brings me happiness to watch someone finish something like the Iron Man when they have trained and worked so hard for the race. Congrats on your half marathons, that is a great.

By: Tess

Tess — Sat, 22 Oct 2011 21:47:00 +0000

Jen,
Yes this is perfect timing for you isn’t it. Congrats on marathon no. 6. That’s amazing. I’ve only done half marathons because I’m unwilling to commit the time it takes of the full so I really admire you!

By: Tess

Tess — Sat, 22 Oct 2011 21:45:45 +0000

Hi Evita,Yes it is fun to watch everyone and enjoy. I also like the Ted talks, you tube videos and reality shows like American Idol and You Think You Can Dance. all people talking about their dreams.

By: Jen

Jen — Sat, 22 Oct 2011 14:52:50 +0000

Tess,
I am sitting here, drinking my morning coffee with tears flowing down my face. The movie was such an inspiration! Having just completed my sixth marathon after starting to run five years ago, I am utterly in awe of the Ironman and the amazing athletes that have the mental and physical strength to go that distance.

And the story of his father….Oh, Hawaii is just so beautiful! My college roomie lives there and it really is a special and spiritual place.

Thank you for sharing this. We can all learn from stories like these, and for me it really reminds me that all things are possible!! Especially when a true and beautiful intention is the motivation.

Now….I go for a run:) Happy Weekend, Tess, and thanks for introducing me to a few new amazing bloggers!
In Harmony,
Jen

By: Evita

Evita — Sat, 22 Oct 2011 00:51:40 +0000

Hi Tess,

“People living their dreams” – doesn’t that sound so good indeed! There are so many of us on this planet, and each of us have different dreams – and one of my favorite things to do is enjoy watching the unique diversity that exists as we each play, and enjoy this magnificent playground where we get to express ourselves in an infinite amount of ways. Of course the first step of doing so, is getting inspired to realize that we can live our dreams

By: Jt Clough | Big Island Dog

Jt Clough | Big Island Dog — Fri, 21 Oct 2011 23:23:31 +0000

Thank you Tess for posting this. it made me realize how important it is to that no matter who we are or what our abilities are there is always the need for support. It can be physical or it can be mental. Creating a net of support can make all the difference. And we may have to go looking places we never thought we would to find it.

My husband Gary Guller who did summit Mt. Everest with one arm, speaks to large groups of people all over the world. Both able body and physically challenged from executives to non profits and diversity groups. Aileen, many people feel the way you do, it’s just that when its coming from someone who appears to be able to do whatever they want physically they are sometimes not heard on the mental side, the untouchable side that needs just as much support to move forward as the physical.

Keep seeking, keep moving forward and find a support net that inspires your personal needs.

Aloha Wags!

By: Tess

Tess — Fri, 21 Oct 2011 21:15:16 +0000

Hi Aileen,
I think you meant a state of comparison. Right? When I feel like that it’s usually jealousy rearing it’s ugly head. Which I know is my ego. My ego wants me to be the victim, to feel life is unfair. It’s see me vs them.

My higher self sees unity, that we’re all in this together, here to help and serve.
Thanks for being my friend Aileen!

By: Tanja

Tanja — Fri, 21 Oct 2011 20:56:04 +0000

Wow – JT truly is an inspiration!

At the same time, I hear what Alison above is saying, and very occasionally, that’s me – seeing other people succeed against the odds and feeling even more frustrated with myself because I can’t see a way forward.

It doesn’t often happen, I have to say – and when it does, I know it’s reflection of what’s going on inside me – that at that point I’m probably tired, overwhelmed, and underresourced emotionally. It’s a sign that maybe, rather than trying to focus on big, huge goals *in that moment*, I need to bring my focus back in to myself and ask what it is that I need that I’m not giving myself (nine times out of ten, the answer there will be “more sleep” or “more recharging/rebalancing time”)

Then, once I’ve given myself those resources and I’m back in balance, it’s time to turn my attention back to my big goals – knowing, once again, that if someone else can do something that amazing, then somehow I too can find a way to do what I want to do.