Day 3,918

Growth:

Even in the most difficult of times we have a choice to make, how we respond to the environment and challenges surrounding us. After being lost at sea in the Arctic for 16+ months without supplies and completely cut off from civilization there was still optimism and positivity within the crew of the Endurance. If they can stay positive in that extreme of a situation, why can’t we in our normal daily life?

“Macty [McCarthy] is the most irrepressable optimist I’ve ever met. When I relieve him at the helm, boat iced & seas pouring down your neck he informs me with a happy grin ‘It’s a grand day sir’ I was feeling a bit sour just before….” 

Alfred Lansing, Endurance

Appreciation:

This was the day I needed and so much of it was set by my review of my annual plan and the setting of my intentions for the day this morning before I got out of bed. That quick pause and focus on what I wanted to get out of the day really made a big difference in the choices I made, the mindset I chose, and the joy I found in the chill today. What a difference it is when I remember to pause, zoom out, choose my attitude intentionally, and ten live into my goals!

Presence:

Getting out and about during our hike this morning was amazing! The Trempealeau Wildlife Refuge was relatively quiet, we only saw a few other people on the trail in our couple of hours. Aside from seeing all the wildlife and the relaxing conversations I think I’ll most enjoy the memory of watching Leia almost step on a snake sunning itself on the trail, only to jump backwards in extreme fright when the snake quickly coiled up and totally spooked her! Funny moment for sure!

Thanks!!!