Have you ever wondered what you were supposed to be "when you grew up"? I still wonder that. In fact, have you ever wondered what your talents were, how to find them, magnify them - use them in the way that you were designed to?
No Way?! Me too! So, while reading in my trainer's study guide, I came across an account of this man, Clarence DeMar -"Mr. Marathon". He ran in more than 1000 long distance traces, entered the Boston Marathon 34 times -winning it 7 times and finishing in the top 10, 15 times! This next part is what I want to achieve (somewhat, I'll explain further later on). He also worked nights as a proofreader for a New England newspaper, ran a small farm, taught classes at a reformatory for boys, as well as fitting in time to train and stay in shape for all his cross-country races! Wowee! He stayed fit his whole life until cancer took over and Heavenly Father called him home.
My friend has told me about a boy her daughter knows, he too has focus and energy galore. He made the decision to get out of a dark place and become more of who he was meant to be. He wakes up very early, reads, exercises, volunteers, helps in coaching of other kids sports, has time to travel…he is a meagre high school boy.
Age doesn't seem to be a factor now does it? Nope. Desire. Yes. Fitness and Focus. Absolutely!
This is my plan for growth. You can call it change if you will but I prefer growth. We all face changes every day. What we choose to do with those changes, because we have agency (choice) is where we can grow or atrophy.
No Way?! Me too! So, while reading in my trainer's study guide, I came across an account of this man, Clarence DeMar -"Mr. Marathon". He ran in more than 1000 long distance traces, entered the Boston Marathon 34 times -winning it 7 times and finishing in the top 10, 15 times! This next part is what I want to achieve (somewhat, I'll explain further later on). He also worked nights as a proofreader for a New England newspaper, ran a small farm, taught classes at a reformatory for boys, as well as fitting in time to train and stay in shape for all his cross-country races! Wowee! He stayed fit his whole life until cancer took over and Heavenly Father called him home.
My friend has told me about a boy her daughter knows, he too has focus and energy galore. He made the decision to get out of a dark place and become more of who he was meant to be. He wakes up very early, reads, exercises, volunteers, helps in coaching of other kids sports, has time to travel…he is a meagre high school boy.
Age doesn't seem to be a factor now does it? Nope. Desire. Yes. Fitness and Focus. Absolutely!
This is my plan for growth. You can call it change if you will but I prefer growth. We all face changes every day. What we choose to do with those changes, because we have agency (choice) is where we can grow or atrophy.
Part A
Stay fit. Exercise daily. (Eat healthier) Keep my body and mind strong and active. When we exercise we allow more oxygen to flow throughout our body, making us have more energy, helping us to act as though we have taken "happy pills". Therefore, by exercising I am allowing myself to have more energy to accomplish more things, and the brain power to be more alert, attentive and wiser in what I learn and choose. (And as a woman, less prone to being emotional…? Ha! We shall see, just ask my husband in 3 months ;)
Part B
Part C
"Every person is different and has a different contribution to make. No one is destined to fail."
Pres. Henry B. Eyring
Look at this amazing true video.
"We can follow and accomplish our dreams in life. Anything is possible." Kuha'o
"God knows our gifts. My challenge to you is to pray to know the gifts we have been given, to know how to develop them and to recognize the opportunities to serve others that God provides us."
Pres. Henry B. Eyring
This is my Part C that will ever be a work in progress until I am called back home. I desire to know my gifts. How to recognize what I may have but have not been fully aware of, how to develop my talents/gifts and how to use them to serve others. I know that my Heavenly Father has a great plan for me, and for you. My hope is that we strive to reach our full potential and be who we were created to be here on this earth to the best of our capabilities. I can't do that slumping on a couch, or laying in bed. (Although there may be times - just don't stay there). I hope to have more energy, better health and to go forward with faith.
Although, since I have now posted my goals to the world, I am sure that the Adversary will try to thwart my efforts in this great cause. However, I will press on.
If you are searching too, I hope together our knees get tough from all our praying and seeking. Here's wishing you all the best as you seek to…
Be Happy On Your Journey!
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