Its not a mystery that i love the show "Man vs Wild" and am particularly fond of the host Bear Grylls. There is something about that show that is just inspirational for me (minus the gross stuff he eats -- which i would do if i had to survive).
One thing that i take away from the show is his motto of: "Commit to it - then go for it." Now i dont think Bear would say this is his motto necessarily but he says it often enough it has stuck with me. Whether he is plunging into unknown waters from 35' above, or swimming underwater in a dark and unnavigated cave, or eating the guts of a rotten camel, Bear commits himself to it and then goes for it. Not just halfway but all the way.
And that translates regardless of your role/position whether it be Parent, Spouse, Boss, Employee, or Christ-follower: "Commit to it - then go for it." Not halfway but all the way.
A second lesson i try to emulate in my life is his sheer passion and enthusiam for all the things he does commit to on these survival expeditions. He doesn't leap, or climb, or swim, or eat with dread and angst. He loves every minute of it. Imagine trekking across a remote and God-forsaken desert with only a urine-soaked bandana to keep you cool and doing it with joy. That's Bear and i appreciate that about him.
And that translates to real life too. Regardless of what you commit to in your role/position -- do it with a passion and an enthusiasm that is contagious. Go after it with a reckless joy.
Good encouragement, Jeff, and I agree that we should all go through life like we have a urine-soaked bandana on our heads.
ReplyDeleteBy the way, you know he's been accused of staging some of his stuff, right? :)
I am aware that certain events are "brought to him" so he & crew can show how to best survive & manage that event. If you watch the show you will see that multiple times during the broadcast they post a disclaimer that states this type of interaction.
ReplyDeleteThis disclaimer does NOT ruin the show or the effect for me in the slightest. He still has to do the action on his own.
In addition, they have done "behind the scenes" shows at least 3 times and he gives a world of credit to those that help him.
So yes -- i am aware.