Friday, January 22, 2016
La mia più grande soddisfazione sono i vostri sorrisi
Wednesday, January 20, 2016
Forgiving Others is Not Necessary
By Linda Deir
"Forgiveness is not necessary when you stop taking things personally. The fact is, forgiveness isn’t required when you perceive things and accept them for what they are. When you experience things for what they are the judgment never begins, so there’s nothing to forgive.
Forgiveness only applies when getting off to a wrong start in your life and the pain you’ve taken on turns you into a victim. This is all because you took things personally. That’s when the blame and judgment started and the vicious cycle took over. Universal law fulfills your beliefs, so as you project those beliefs onto others you draw more of what you believe back to you. Before you realize it, this becomes a way of life. When this happens it actually takes something like “forgiveness,” as a last resort, to lift the resistance that has been blocking you and keeping you stuck. Stuck in what became a habit from your interpretation of some moment in time.
Even if someone criticized you, blamed you, or humiliated you, it’s only as relevant to you as you claimed it and owned it as your own. Even if you did something that hurt someone else, forgiving yourself won’t prevent you from doing that again. The answer does not come from forgiveness, it comes when you examine where this is coming from inside of you. Even if you try not to hurt someone else, especially those who didn't deserve it, this disconnect will continue to cause you to project your own hurts onto others until you have healed it. Where did this come from? When did it start?
It makes no sense to put this off any longer because it will only continue to erode your life. There is nothing beneficial about dragging this around. However, healing it will help you reconnect and be more tolerant of others who are suffering from what, by then, used to be your affliction. This makes the concept of “forgiveness” look absurd and superficial. To forgive someone is like giving them a free pass, a way to dodge the real problem.
The only way forgiveness has any value is when you apply it to forgiving yourself. You are the only one you need to forgive because you are the one who got you off to a wrong start. You may need to forgive yourself as a temporary measure to disconnect yourself from repeating habitual mistakes long enough to find the reasons you have been allowing your own pain and suffering to control your life. This will free you from the undue pressure and guilt that has kept you stuck in an intolerant and disconnected past."
How It Works: All this anguish is unnecessary. It’s caused by living a disconnected life that leaves you drifting aimlessly around looking for yourself. Until you resolve that, you will continue to attract like-minded and naive victims to play into what validates your own pain. There will come a time when, you will be faced with you, the only one who can correct it once and for all. Everyone else will be happy for the day when you stop doing things to them that lead you to depend on their forgiveness.
So the next time you hear someone advocating “forgiveness” you will be able to see right through their weak and thoughtless way to really dealing with the issue. Until they perform on that you can be sure they will continue to rely on your forgiveness
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Pole Dance Documentary “Fistful of Steel” Launches Kickstarter
Los Angeles, California- January 11, 2016-
The first documentary feature about the emergence of contemporary pole dance from strip clubs and its evolution as an art form, fitness trend and competitive sport over the last two decades, Fistful of Steel launched its three week Kickstarter campaign today. United Pole Artists CEO and Founder Annemarie Davies will direct and produce alongside editor Bryan Bailey and Karina Rahardja. William T. Kamp III will serve as director of photography.
The film will tell pole’s story through the words and dancing of the people who have shaped the industry, as well as explore broader themes, including social stigmas around overt female sexuality.
“I’m excited to make a film that shows how pole has grown from its roots in stripping to a widely-appreciated dance form, loved for the strength, confidence and self-expression it affords,” says director Annemarie Davies, “It’s a story that’s long overdue to be told, and we can’t wait to share our journey with the world.”
Comprised of influential leaders in the community, the cast includes Bobbi, Marion Crampe, Jamilla Deville, Fawnia Dietrich, Josiah Grant, Karol Helms, Torwa Joe, Anna Przeplasko, Natasha Wang and Nicole “the Pole” Williams. Shooting will take place during February and March of this year at the home studios of each of the interviewees and continue in September at the annual Pole Expo convention in Las Vegas. Other locations include Atlanta, Charlotte, Los Angeles, New York, Sydney and Singapore. The Kickstarter campaign, which will run until February 2nd, will cover basic production costs, including equipment, crew labor, and travel.
Cast Bios
Bobbi- Sydney, Australia
In 2004, Bobbi opened Australia’s first pole studio in Sydney. A year later, she launched Miss Pole Dance Australia, one of the first competitions to launch stars in the community. Her studio now has branches in Sydney, Perth, Malaysia and Singapore.
Marion Crampe
Marion discovered pole dancing in 2006 and instantly fell in love with it. She took the national title in France and placed third at the IPC World Championships in 2012. Her unique and emotional style combines dance and contortion. She travels the world performing, teaching and sharing her passion.
Jamilla Deville- Las Vegas, Nevada
Jamilla Deville was the first to win the title of Miss Pole Dance Australia in 2005. The creator of the best-selling Art of Pole DVD series, Jamilla is an internationally-awarded touring instructor and performer with 15 years of experience.
Fawnia Dietrich- Las Vegas, Nevada
Fawnia taught the first ever pole class in 1994 and produced the first instructional video in 1998. She is the founder of Pole Expo, an annual event that unites members of the community from all over the world, serves on the board of directors for the Pole Fitness Association and is a member of the Olympic Committee for the International Sports Federation.
Josiah Grant- Los Angeles, California
The first male pole dancer to gain popularity and earn critical acclaim, Josiah most recently won first place at the 2015 National Aerial Pole Art Championship. He has built an international fan base that’s earned him sponsorships from top pole companie including Mighty Grip.
Karol Helms- Charlotte, North Carolina
A self-taught pole dancer, Karol began posting videos of her pole dance journey on YouTube and quickly built a following in the newly emerging online community. As the 2009 USPDF East Coast Champion, and the 2010 USPDF U.S. Pro Championships Runner Up, she has travelled around the world instructing and sharing her love of the art and sport with countless others. Karol serves as a brand ambassador for Bad Kitty, XPole, Glitter Heels, Diamond Diva Designs, and Girlie Grip. She's also one of three brand directors for Bad Kitty's exclusive PoleFit line of pole specific fitness apparel, the first line of workout apparel designed specifically for pole fitness by actual pole dance professionals.
Torwa Joe- Atlanta, Georgia
Twerking long before Miley, Torwa Joe has been a certified aerobics instructor since 1998 and a pole fitness instructor since 2005. The owner of Vertical Joe’s Fitness Studio in Atlanta, she has toured with rapper Lil’ Wayne, performed with Ludacris, and appeared on The Real Housewives of Atlanta and Braxton’s Family Values.
Anna Przeplasko- Singapore
Anna is the founder of International Pole Dance Fitness Association (IPDFA), an organization that supports the pole community, trains instructors and hosts the annual International Pole Championship (IPC), the first competition to include men and disabled divisions. Additionally, Anna has been named head judge for the first World Pole Sport Championship. She was United Pole Artists' 2013 Pro Poler of the Year and was recognized by the International Pole Sports Federation (IPSF) for her outstanding contribution to pole sports.
Natasha Wang
Natasha began taking pole classes in 2006 with no prior experience in dance or gymnastics and began competing in 2009. Through her performances with the Los Angeles-based Girl Next Door Show, Natasha discovered how storytelling, emotion, and physicality could converge to create pole art. Her titles include 2013 IPC Ultimate Champion, 2012 Pole Art Runner-Up, 2011 US Pole Dance Champion and 2010 USPDF West Coast Champion. She put her career as a publicist on hold in 2011 to pursue her pole career and travels the world teaching and performing.
Nicole the Pole- Los Angeles, California
Nicole began pole dancing in 2007 and opened her Los Angeles studio, Allure, a year later. Perhaps the best known poler to the general public, her dancing has been featured in music videos for Rihanna, Ne-Yo, and Bruno Mars, and she’s appeared on television programs including The Ellen DeGeneres Show and Access Hollywood.
Additional Background Information
Annemarie Davies- Director/Producer
A pole dancer and teacher for over a decade, Annemarie Davies has been at the forefront of establishing the pole community. AM started dancing in Los Angeles strip clubs and, four years later, won the title of Spearmint Rhino’s Entertainer of the year. In 2008, she organized Pole Star Invitational, the first pole dancing competition outside of strip clubs in the US. She founded United Pole Artists in 2009 with the goal of bringing dancers together to share their work and providing a platform for those outside the community to watch competitions and learn about pole. Her thorough knowledge of pole and shared experience with our interview subjects will enrich the telling of their stories and allow us to hone our final thesis for the project as we gather information.
Bryan Bailey- Editor/Producer
Currently one of the editors for the hit Disney show Girl Meets World, Bryan has worked on documentaries including Beyond the Brick about Legos and Plant Pure Nation about the vegan lifestyle. He’s excited to explore the beautiful and empowering world of pole and lend his strong narrative and aesthetic sensibilities to telling the story of this unique subculture.
Karina Rahardja- Producer
Karina fell in love with pole dancing after taking one of Annemarie’s classes. Fascinated by the movement and intrigued by how it fits into pop culture and contemporary notions of feminism, she is eager to participate in bringing the story of pole to a widespread audience. She is currently a creative executive at Los Angeles-based production company Original Film.
William T. Kamp III- Director of Photography
Born in Dallas, Texas, William explored the world with his family from a young age. His passion for travel and understanding the world from different perspectives inspired his love of cinematography. After graduating from Southern Methodist University with a B.A. in Cinema-Television and Economics, William travelled the world once again shooting documentaries for Discovery, Travel Channel, and National Geographic.
Working on these projects helped shape his career as a cameraman and producer. With a new found penchant for long-take documentary and narrative filmmaking, combined with his classical training in lighting an composition, William co-founded FlashBox Films in 2012.
David Franklin- Sound Mixer
David learned to appreciate the art of sound during his undergraduate studies at the University of North Texas. Since graduating in 2008, he has worked with Riot Games, Harmonix, Multiview, and National Geographic. He joined forces with William in 2012 to co-found FlashBox Films.
Contact:
Karina Rahardja- Producer
P: 310.806.6811
Instagram: @poledancefilm
Twitter: @poledancefilm
Website: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/514655527/fistful-of-steel
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8 DON’Ts Before Your Next Pole Competition
Last month I tackled the 8 MUST-DOs before your next pole competition, so it only makes sense I talk about the stuff you should avoid in your competition prep too! When writing this post, a general theme ran through the list which was reminding you that there isn't one right way to compete. So check out my top 8 DON'Ts before your next competition:
SWAAC2015-Yvette
1. Don’t invite non-supportive friends and family to be a part of your process or the competition
Debuting your pole life to friends and family at a competition might seem like the perfect venue for the uninitiated to learn what pole dance is all about. However, it is a high-stress environment that doesn’t need an extra level of stress added on top of it. And unfortunately, if said friends and family are less open to your pursuit than you hoped it can completely ruin an otherwise amazing experience. It's okay to let the competition be about you and your needs for the day. Send them photos and video afterward or take them to a class to introduce them to pole dance in a more casual way.
NEAAC2015-Kaitlin & Sammy
2. Don’t become obsessed with other polers performances
I am fully guilty of this one. When I decide I’m going to compete I obsessively watch old videos of past competitors in my same category and when I find out who I’m competing against I watch all their videos too. Now checking out the competition or looking into examples of past performances for inspiration is not a bad thing…as long as you keep yourself in check. If you become obsessed with what others are doing you aren't giving yourself space to organically create your own piece. You also run the risk of creating a piece you don't love because you are so worried about doing something different or "better". "Better" is in quotes because as polers we often devalue our own strengths, so better is all relative.
USNPC 2015-Emily Tung
3. Don’t go overboard the week before
It may sound obvious, but you want the week leading up to the competition to be one of rejuvenation and health, not exhaustion and injury. In fairness, I don't think anyone wants ANY week to be one of exhaustion and injury, but you're better able to handle in the early weeks of training versus the last week. By the week before a competition, your piece should already be finished so now it's just about running it till you are secure in it. Aid in the memorization process without killing yourself by marking through the routine and running it in your head. Make absolutely sure to get enough sleep, eat well, and maybe throw in a massage too!
APC2015-LucySkywalker
4. Don’t feel you need to spend a ton of money
Here is what you need to pay for: your entry fee and time in a location with two 45 mm 12 foot + poles, that's it! Seriously, there is no rule that says you have to buy a brand new costume, do private lessons, or get a spray tan. If you want to and have the finances for it, awesome, go nuts! But competing doesn't have to break the bank. Those who are frugal do require a lot more discipline since you will most likely be training on your own but you can get creative. Try inviting fellow polers to join you in training sessions and give each other feedback or host a costume crafting party where you can help each other rhinestone everyday pole wear into competition worthy pieces!
NWAAC2015-Tara
5. Don’t be inflexible to changes
Most amateur (versus pro level) polers I know decide to compete because they have a really fantastic concept for a piece that they just need to get out there and would love feedback on. That's awesome, just make sure you know that that perfect routine you have playing on a loop in your head will most certainly be different come performance time. Yup, all those new moves you plan to learn end up be trickier than you expected, that transition that works great in theory doesn't hold up in practice, and your music is a whole lot faster than you remembered it being. You are not giving up or being lazy, you just identified an issue and are correcting it. It is not a failure to change your mind or your routine.
SWAAC2015-Elena & Marina
6. Don't take on more props than you can handle
I have seen some pretty amazing props in my now years of pole competition watching. There have been swords, chains, teddy bears, chairs, rugs, scepters, wings, tails, severed heads, and more! The thing is a prop never takes a competition piece from okay to amazing, but often times it can do the exact opposite. At it's best a prop is a tool to better communicate what you are trying to say in your piece, it is the cherry on top of an already stunning routine. However, if the handling of the prop is clumsy or just plain distracting to the routine, well then it is just getting in the way of you. Practice early and often with props and remember to let your body be the center of attention, not the prop.
PPC15-PatrickLoranger
7. Don't forget yourself
In the months leading up to a competition, there is a lot of talk about what the judges want to see and what types of routines win. While it is helpful to note what elements judges are looking for, such as pointed toes and appropriately angled tricks, it does no one any good to try to mold yourself into the perfect competition winning machine. First off, it's an impossible feat. Second, think of all of your favorite winning pole performances you have seen, what do they have in common? They'll have great lines and stunning aerial feats, but the performer also shared something of themselves in it. They had an emotional connection with their piece and in doing so the judges connected to it too. Create a competition piece that is uniquely you and the audience AND judges will respond to it.
NWAAC2015-Jacquelyn
8. Don’t forget to have fun
There is so much to do in the lead up to competition day – training, music selection and editing, costume creation, run-throughs, cross training, etc. You could fill up every free moment of the day with competition prep and still feel like you aren't doing enough. It doesn't have to be that way! Schedule breaks, plan pole jams with friends, accept that mistakes and changes are part of the process, and enjoy the journey! You are creating something entirely one-of-a-kind, celebrate it and have fun!
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Sunday, January 17, 2016
Don’t forget your Pole Show LA tix!
“Cirque du Soleil meets the Victoria’s Secret fashion show.”
Pole Show LA is the nation’s hottest pole dance show, featuring the best pole dancers in the world.
It’s 90 minutes of cutting-edge pole and aerial dance showcased in a super-sexy choreographed stage production.
Known as the “Super Bowl of Pole Dance,” Pole Show LA is like “Cirque du Soleil meets the Victoria’s Secret fashion show.” Strength, showmanship and sex appeal; Pole Show LA has it all.
Pole Show LA hit the Vegas stage for the first time in September after years of sold out audiences in LA. Now, we’re bringing it back to Hollywood.
The Avalon is a world-class venue that has hosted some of the biggest names in the music business, Grammy parties, red carpet events, concerts, and now Pole Show LA!
Tickets are on sale now. Doors open at 6:30.
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Thursday, January 14, 2016
New! Find the Best Content with Paper.li’s Genius Source
This year, we want to make it even easier for you to discover the best content available online. The internet is full of articles, videos and photos to share, but, how do we find the best out there, especially when it comes to a very specific area of interest? We asked this question ourselves... Read more »
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I premi della pole dance italiana 2015
Setting Fun New Year’s Goals That Will Work
Skip out on the lofty New Year's Resolutions…
Rather, calendar in personal and professional actions throughout the year that will keep your tank full. This could look like a family vacation, a weekend to yourself hiking in the woods, or a retreat.
Once you have some fun milestones on your calendar, set up your professional and personal life to support these actions. Hopefully these will create more momentum and fun in your life all year long.
Be Free!
Eric
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Tuesday, January 12, 2016
Resolutions, Revelations, Revolution
"I resolve to never define life by those terms again."
My 2016 resolutions are not to lose weight, to nail the deadlift, the fonji, or the eagle, to sit on my head, or to win a competition. In fact, I resolve to never define life by those terms again. Why? Because doing so for so long took all of my enjoyment out of pole dance.
I, like so many, have an inability to live life without the amp turned to 11. I don’t know how to do something without giving my whole being to it, to have my view of myself as a person be defined by it. I am Carolyn Peters, professional competitive pole dancer. There has never been a separation between who I am and what I do, and I have taken great pride in wearing that badge.
I had the opportunity to leave LA for a once in a lifetime opportunity in 2015. When evaluating the opportunity, I realized I had accomplished all the things in pole I had moved to LA to do. I looked at the lack of personal momentum I had within the past year, and realized that I wasn’t going to accomplish any more than what I had already done here. It wasn’t just a plateau. It was a full on stop. What I need to be a better artist and dancer was not going to come from more classes, more performances, more anything that LA had to offer. How can that be? Because I had stopped enjoying any of it. It all became rote, and I still did all of it because that’s just what I did. And so it became that pole was making me miserable.
I took the opportunity. I left. I moved to a place where I am three hour drive through the Rocky Mountains to the nearest pole studio. I had put myself in a position where I had to step back from pole, whether I wanted to or not. It has taken six hard months to understand again what pole does for me as a person, what parts bring me happiness, and what parts don’t. I have had to face down my “amps to 11” lifestyle, and now understand how that approach destroyed my joy many, many times in life. But how to live life otherwise? How do I do something for love and enjoyment, to not be defined by it, to not let it eclipse me?
The answer is that I have to walk a hard path to build the best version of myself, and let that be the foundation on which I launch everything else. It means making personal upheavals in my day to day approach to living and thinking. I have to reprogram myself, and that means working through a lot of backlog I’ve let collect over the years, because it was easy to gloss over until this point. But now it is front and center, because I want to go back to loving pole, and I want to be able to enjoy it for a long time to come.
So, in the end, my resolution is that on December 31, 2016 I will be proud of the person who I made myself into this year. And then maybe my 2017 resolution will be to move back to LA to do the things I love with the people I love, and to live life just as Carolyn Peters. period.
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Wednesday, January 6, 2016
It’s important to take time for You!
As we head into a new year and you start filling your calendar with professional projects and family obligations, don't forget to schedule in some alone time just for you. Whether you take 15 minutes at lunch or 6 consecutive days for a retreat, both will leave you feeling more grounded and self-aware.
Be Free!
eric
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Tuesday, January 5, 2016
Italian Pole Dance Contest 2016 sta per arrivare
Tilt: Diary of a virgin stripper
Author A.A. Jones Takes the “Plunge” in Underwater Pole Dance to Announce the Re-Release of “Tilt”
Burbank, CA – Author A.A. Jones is re-releasing her memoirs, “Tilt Diary of a Virgin Stripper” just in time for holiday reading. Instead of doing it with a bang however, the self-confessed housewife by day and exotic dancer by night has taken a plunge instead. “Plunge” is the title of a provocative yet inspirational pole dance shot underwater by world-renowned photographer Brett Stanley. Just like with her book “Tilt,” the video encourages viewers to strip away their inhibitions and live fearlessly. It is Jones’ ongoing message of empowerment for women and men alike.
A corporate fitness instructor and dog behaviorist, A.A. Jones enthralled readers in 2013 with her literary reveal detailing her moonlighting nightlife escapades. More than just a day-to-day account of a housewife thrown into the underground world of exotic dance, sex and drama, “Tilt Diary” emerged as an intimate, soul-bearing account of a woman making her way in a man’s world and owning her power. “Tilt” fueled the imaginations of readers around the world and was acknowledged as a Readers’ Favorite Silver Medal Winner.
Jones is continuing her liberation movement with “Plunge.” The one minute and 30 second production dives deep. Jones dances underwater around a pole in a sea of soothing aqua blue. The dance progresses via a series of photo stills exquisitely shot by Stanley, while Jones is heard narrating an impassioned soliloquy about overcoming fear and embracing courage.
An award winning commercial and underwater photographer, Brett Stanley has traveled the globe shooting breathtaking imagery. Jones is a part of his Underwater Pole Dancing series, an exhibition that has garnered him international attention and acclaim.
“Photographing Jones for the underwater pole series added another dimension to my work,” cites Brett. “I found her amazingly creative and great to work with. Jones’ storyline for the shoot was compelling and unique, and the resulting images are some of my favorites.”
“The underwater shoot was a tremendous challenge for me,” reveals Jones. “The experience took me back to the first time I walked into a club to audition to dance. The alarm in both instances was almost crippling. I had to force myself to take the plunge in both situations. Just like the nightclub experience changed my life, the underwater shoot did too. I am finding more and more that fear should never hold you back from following your heart. “Plunge” is the astonishing result of me embracing courage instead.”
“I am re-releasing my book “Tilt” because I want to remind everyone to never stop dreaming about what you could, should, or want to do it. Face your fear and take the plunge. It is the only way to discover how powerful you really are!” offers Jones.
Go deeper with Jones or follow her blog at and purchase “Tilt Diary of a Virgin Stripper” on Amazon.com and wherever books are sold.
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Monday, January 4, 2016
How to break through fear Feat. Justin Michael Williams
Namaste Yoga Is Family –
If you’ve ever had a dream of being an artist, singer, dancer, painter, writer, or anything creative — definitely keep reading!
This week I’m excited to bring you a special interview with Justin Michael Williams.
Many of you may have seen Justin in Yoga Journal magazine and across the web with his work on the Business of Yoga, but what you might not know is that he just did something that many of us only ever DREAM of doing. He made his lifelong dream of recording a music album a REALITY.
In this brief interview, he shares a tip that everyone should know about manifesting their dreams and grounding them in the physical world so that we can all find pathways to activating our Dharma – Divine Life Purpose.
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The Road to Becoming a Champion
Are you on the road to becoming a champion? Are champions born or are they created? I personally feel that everyone on the planet has champion potential embedded within them. With dedication and perseverance, all of us can achieve our goals and dreams…and become a champion. However, life circumstances often impede one’s beliefs in their ability to become a champion. What is a champion? Who becomes a winner? Is it someone who crosses the finish line in competitive matches? I guess from a one-dimensional perspective, this is true. Someone who crosses the finish lines first, is a champion. However, from a broader perspective, a champion could be anyone who aspires to be the best version of themselves. As a psychotherapist, I often say to my clients that all you have to do in order to win is “stay in the game”. I truly believe this. In a world of diversity…where there is so much talent, creativity, ingenuity, uniqueness and dynamic energy, we don’t have to all do the same thing. We don’t have to look alike or achieve goals at the same pace. All we have to do is remain focused and stay In the game of life.
Staying in and being checked in is half of the battle to success. It takes great courage to remain focused on a personal goal…especially when adversity lurks behind you. Sometimes, the environment we are striving to win in is less than friendly and less than supportive. Sometimes, the environment we come from is down-right hostile. In this case, it’s time for a hostile take-over. When life throws adversity disguised as disappointment at us, it’s time to go within and emerge a champion. When a person decides in their mind that they are going to win…no matter what, the road they are on becomes a smooth one. When you make up your mind that you are going to achieve your goal, something magical happens in the brain. The brain becomes fortified with ideas, focus, clarity and perseverance. Goals become attainable…first in the mind and in the heart before they manifest tangibly. Perception changes from limited to limitless. The boundaries of the mind lift and a world of endless possibilities unfolds.
As long as we fixate on obstacles and how hard it is to attain goals, we remain travelers on a rough road, hoping and wishing for success, but feeling like it is beyond reach. It’s hard to visualize a championship ending when the road is filled with pot holes, dips, valleys and road blocks. However, the moment we decide that we are going to accomplish our goal…it doesn’t matter what the goal is, the brain begins to come up with ideas to support your endeavors. Before you know it, you can see your victory in your mind’s eye. Even if the road is filled with obstacles, your view of it is what makes it smooth. With the right attitude, your victory is a sure one. You will soon discover that the road to becoming a champion is an adventure…and you are loving every minute of it! Please check out this video that captures the tenacity and motivation of a young man who discovered his inner champion. Cheers to your successful road to championship living!
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Sweden steps up its femi-game
Reposted With Permission from Thinx
For most of us, age 16 meant worrying a lot about inane things like passing a driver’s test, quieting turbulent rumors about potential Homecoming courts, and keeping it in our pants, to name a few. If you live in Sweden, however, you can feel free to add learning about global feminism to that list from here on out. This past week at the launch of the Swedish translation of We Should All Be Feminists by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie (ya know; ***Flawless champion of African women, sampled in earth-shattering Yonce song, yada yada), it was announced that every 16-year-old in the country will be given a free copy of the book. Just so they can…learn? About global feminism? And other good things? What????? Apparently women’s liberation is a popular concern over in Sweden because the publication was endorsed by a variety of interest groups. And then Sweden turned its head toward the U.S., smiled wryly, and said: “Hello from the other side.” *eye twitch* #bitteramericans
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