by Mike | Jun 30, 2019 | Corona del Mar, Grandpa Jack, Life Coaching, Silicon Valley
“You can’t stop the waves, but you can learn to surf.” Jon Kabat-Zinn Regarding the theme of “A Lotta Shit …”, my thoughts go well beyond just the physical ailments from running. Emotional stress can be equally taxing or more. The stress of living in today’s world is...
by Mike | Jun 17, 2019 | Life Coaching
“Age is an issue of mind over matter. If you don’t mind, it doesn’t matter” Mark Twain Like the marathon, life can have its challenges as you enter the second half. A good comparison is my 1970s vintage Infinity surfboard. It now requires extra resin and fiberglass...
by Mike | May 29, 2019 | Life Coaching, New Beginnings
“Be faithful, and leave the results to God.” Amish Proverb In between surf sessions, I love to run. The physical joy and mental relief running has provided me over the years is immeasurable. Going out on a run provides the perfect sanctuary. My Silicon Valley career...
by Mike | Dec 14, 2018 | Life Coaching
“Man sacrifices his health in order to make money. Then sacrifices his money to recuperate his health” Dalai Lama I’ll be the first to admit, I need more rest! In this 24/7 “always-on” world, the concept of joyfully being (not doing) has largely been lost. The...
by Mike | Oct 23, 2018 | Life Coaching, Uncategorized
“I wish I’d had the courage to live a life true to myself, not the life others expected of me.” Bronnie Ware Like the microprocessor in Silicon Valley, the sport of surfing was forever changed by the invention of the surf leash. The simple idea of tying your foot to...
by Mike | Oct 12, 2017 | Life Coaching, Silicon Valley
“The serious business of Heaven is joy.” CS Lewis I have a dear friend who for several years invited my son and I to join him and his son to Opening Day of the San Francisco 49ers season at the now defunct Candlestick Park. It was always a memorable day, which...
