My Dream, My Journey

Sifu Brinker, in our last meeting, asked the question "where are you and why?" I pondered that question and I have my answer.

I am following my dream, my dream of being an international glass artist. I'm international now, but where I want to go is far beyond where I am now. I have pieces in my head that are ripe and ready to be born. Now is the time. I also have a dream of showing people, through my baking and chocolate skills, that gluten and dairy-free is not only possible but tastefully rewarding. I also am following my dream that I am here on this planet to make a difference, to contribute in a coaching way to people who are walking similar paths to which I have walked. More on the latter in 2013 so stay tuned.

My business is not based on a widget, a franchise, or a proven business model, it's based on my dream, my passion, my fire and I'm not stopping until I fully live it out. Anything or anyone who gets in my way, be forewarned. Where I am now is because of the courage to follow my dreams despite my fears, despite my short-comings, and despite what others think and say.

The I Ho Chuan isn't my journey, it's one of the tools to keep me on my journey just like all of the courses and programs I am taking, have taken and will be taking. By rocking it out in I Ho Chuan and my courses/programs, I also rock it out in my journey: the reverse is also true. I have tools and support in place to keep me on my journey, to punt my arse back on my journey, and to celebrate my victories along the way.

I am where I am in health and longevity are based both on my medical background and my gut instinct that what we are taught and told isn't necessarily the truth or the way it's to be. I don't buy into the "reading glasses at 40 ish", the "arthritis at 40+", the "middle aged spread", or the "get your flu shot". I also don't buy into the "doctor knows best" or "we the government program (throw in pharmaceutical company as well)" know what you need and will provide for you. I am my own doctor/nutritionist and do my own research to feed my body and my mind the way that's best for me. I seek out experts who live "off the beaten path" and a lot of them have walked the path I walk now.

In short this is my life, my dream, my journey and where I am is based on my results. Events happen, but what I do in response to them is my choice. I am where I am at because of the choices I have made along the way. Where I am at is where I am at, no judgement, just observe, make a choice and take an action that supports my journey.

I like this quote that was said during the Quantum Leap program I am now finishing. "Hold the dream, don't ever let it go. Hold out for a miracle and show the Universe (God, higher power) that you are willing to do the work."
Sherri Donohue
Hot Torch, Room Full of Glass, and a Kung Fu Kwoon