Ever get caught in the feeling of enormity of something and not know how to begin? Ever put your, 'It'll never work' hat on and talk yourself out of beginning in the first place? Ever feel like there's never enough time so why bother beginning something new anyway? Whatever the case is at any given time, 'Where do we start?' can be a common hand brake on getting moving, rather than a playful trigger inviting purposeful action. “To begin, begin.” – William Wordsworth We're not saying every idea, thought bubble or endeavour is worth investing our time, energy or resources in. We are saying though that there are those intuitive pangs or signals in our everyday that remind us as individuals and
We love inspiration days. We schedule them often throughout the year as a reminder of inspirations importance within our individual and shared journeys of potential. They're designed to be all around purposefully deepening connection. To self. Others. And the world around us. And of course, they're about getting playful and having a lot of fun as well. “People often say that motivation doesn't last. Well, neither does bathing - that's why we recommend it daily.” - Zig Ziglar Our August adventure was just over a week ago. We were met with beautiful winter sun. Incredible views. Awesome company. And really importantly, deep and meaningful conversations. I love being able to learn more about th
It was such a quick turn after my question was asked. Like there couldn't have been enough time for a thought to precede it. There definitely wasn't any signs of overwhelm in his eyes though. Just a purposeful resolve that to make a decision like this there'd need to be consultation. It all happened so quickly. Then with their answer communicated we were ready to play. "Let us be a little humble; let us think that the truth may not perhaps be entirely with us." - Jawaharlal Nehru The scene I describe above happened a few weeks ago. It's been playing on my mind since because even though it might be subtle, it's definitely important. It very well could of gone unnoticed though. But to the grou
As we sat on the train after a big day, heading home from the first Impact Day within our year long Let's Lead program, one of the participants said something that really moved me. 'That's what I wish for all, that you're tired at the end of each day from doing activities you love'. Her poetic and genuine phrasing drifted around me for a moment before it really found a home. It seemed such a simple wish on the surface, but as we reflected more on the experience we'd just been on and the program we were apart of its importance began to really sink in. "My wish for you is that you continue. Continue to be who and how you are, to astonish a mean world with your acts of kindness. Continue to all
