I’m going to marshal a rallying of the Gentlemen….

I saw the following on Pinterest tonight:

“I wonder of more girls were willing to be ladies, more guys would be challenged to be gentlemen.”

My Response: 

Gents…let’s not wait for the women to be ladies. Let us cherish them as our mothers intended and through those efforts may they respond in kind… I charge you Gentlemen; open doors, pay compliments, help with bags/parcels, offer an arm, render aid…Be MEN, Gentlemen…

 

This is my first post of the new year and my cause for 2012. More to come.

On the BRINK of the New Year. 2012 is Gonna be GREAT!

I Love You…

…my loyal readers.  I’m going to have a ton to post shortly. I’m in rage-mode at the moment and that usually means I’d be irrational if I were to post now. If nothing else I’ll throw some Picture Funtime up later…I’m dying to share some stuff with you guys…but the time isn’t right.

Much Love,

WP

PICTURES! Because You’re Worth It….

 

Stay Classy – Readership.

Sphere Three – Spirit – Allow expansion…

The spirit, the will to win, and the will to excel are the things that endure. These qualities are so much more important than the events that occur.” –Vince Lombardi

Sphere three is the Spirit. The literal definition of the Spirit is:

spir·it  (sprt)  n. 

1. 

     a. The vital principle or animating force within living beings.

Our spirit is something people neglect without even knowing it. Our spirits are like muscles. It will atrophy if it’s not used.

 Spirits should be allowed to flex and expand. As a Christian I pursue a Godly life.  This pursuit allows my soul to flex. I take time to appreciate things. To be thankful for what I have. I attribute all that is good to God‘s provision. Not everyone does. I’m not here to brow-beat anyone into allowing God to have a presence in your life. But it is important for your spirit to believe in something. To be inspired to accomplish things.

A good exercise for spiritual development is to have a time of honest introspection. Measure yourself to your past self. See how you stack up. Come to the realization of where you fit in the world.

Where are you?

Where is your head?

Where are your goals?

 

Spiritual strength can be sought but unless there is honesty it will never be attained. In my case, my pursuit of a Godly life strengthens my spirit each time I don’t take all the credit for my accomplishments. That doesn’t mean I don’t enjoy my accomplishments…I just attribute the success to God blessing me and giving me a brain that works that allows me to solve problems and expand my spirit.

Philosophy is a touchy subject for most Christians…because they typically write it off as humanistic drivvel.  It boils down to attribution. We’ve been endowed with free-will so we are capable of observing and making deductions about our environments and our fellow humans. This ability is a great way to expand a spirit. The more you know about your surroundings, they more complete your spirit will be.

This is a very brief description. I plan on elaborating later, but I wanted to get this down…Thanks for reading.

 

 

I’ve Got A Lot Going on in My Life Right Now…But Not Too Much To Not Show You..THESE

Sphere Two – Body – If You Don’t Have Your Health, You’ve Nothing.

The greatest wealth is health.  ~Virgil

A Theory.

Everyone is composed of a cluster of spheres. Mind, Body, Spirit, Public, Family, Occupation and each of these has sub-spheres.

Mind – Education, Philosophy etc

Body- Nutrition, Health, Fitness etc

Spirit – Religion, Philosophy etc

Public- Friends, Coworkers, Strangers, Acquaintances etc

Family – Blood, Marriage, Friends etc

Occupation – Hobbies, Work etc

All of these spheres are important. They move in concert with one another each taking priority in turn depending on the circumstances.

Body – Nutrition, Health, Fitness

Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.  ~World Health Organization, 1948

The body is the vessel rocketing people through life. Some people unfortunately aren’t rocketing and are sliming along.  When the topic of health comes up people typically think of two things: 1) some horrible, terminal illness or 2) an amazingly healthy person accomplishing amazing things i.e.: Lance Armstrong, Usain Bolt or someone who’s done some fantastic feat of strength or endurance.

Health is the ability to be well mentally, emotionally and physically.

FamilyDoctor.Org published this list of healthy tips: ( – Some are for women only – )

Do my habits really affect my health?

Yes, very much so. All of the major causes of death (such as cancer, heart disease, stroke, lung disease and injury) can be prevented in part by making healthy lifestyle choices.

 

Don’t smoke or use tobacco.

Smoking and using tobacco are very dangerous habits. Smoking causes 440,000 deaths in the United States every year. More preventable illnesses (such as emphysema, mouth, throat and lung cancer, and heart disease) are caused by tobacco use than by anything else. The sooner you quit, the better.

Limit how much alcohol you drink.

This means no more than 2 drinks a day for men and 1 drink a day for women. One drink is equal to 1 can of beer (12 ounces), a 4-ounce glass of wine or a jigger (1 ounce) of liquor.

Too much alcohol can damage the liver and contribute to some cancers, such as throat cancer and liver cancer. Alcohol also contributes to deaths from car wrecks, murders and suicides.
 

Eat healthy.

A healthy diet has many benefits. Heart disease, certain cancers, stroke, diabetes and damage to your arteries can be linked to what you eat. By making healthier food choices, you can also lower your cholesterol and lose weight.

Lose weight if you’re overweight.

Many Americans are overweight. Carrying too much weight increases your risk for high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, heart disease, stroke, certain cancers, gallbladder disease and arthritis in the weight-bearing joints (such as the spine, hips or knees). A high-fiber, low-fat diet and regular exercise can help you lose weight and keep it off.

Exercise.

Exercise can help prevent heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, osteoporosis and depression. It can also help prevent colon cancer, stroke and back injury. You’ll feel better and keep your weight under control if you exercise regularly. Try to exercise for 30 to 60 minutes, 4 to 6 times a week, but remember that any amount of exercise is better than none. 
 

Don’t sunbathe or use tanning booths.

Sun exposure is linked to skin cancer, which is the most common type of cancer in the United States. It’s best to limit sun exposure and wear protective clothing and hats when you are outside. Sunscreen is also very important. It protects your skin and will help prevent skin cancer. Make sure you use sunscreen year-round on exposed skin (such as your face and hands). Choose a broad-spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 15 and one that blocks both UVA and UVB light.

 

Practice safe sex.

The safest sex is between 2 people who are only having sex with each other and who don’t have a sexually transmitted infection (STI) or share needles to inject drugs.

Use latex condoms and a spermicide (a product that kills sperm) gel or cream. Talk with your doctor about being tested for STIs.
 

Keep your shots up to date.

Adults need a tetanus-diphtheria booster every 10 years. Your doctor may substitute one Td booster with Tdap, which also protects you against pertussis (whooping cough). You should also get a flu shot each year. Ask your doctor if you need other shots or vaccines.

 

Check your breasts.

Breast cancer is the second most common cause of death for women. Have your doctor check your breasts every 1 to 2 years until you are 40 years of age. After age 40, you should have a yearly clinical exam and mammogram.

 

Get regular Pap smears.

Cancer of the cervix in women can be detected by regular Pap smears. You should have your first Pap smear within 3 years of when you start having sex, or by age 21, whichever comes first.You should have a Pap smear at least once every 3 years, unless your doctor suggests that you need one more often. Keep having Pap smears throughout your life, even after menopause, until you reach age 65 or have a hysterectomy.

 

Ask your doctor about other cancer screenings.

Adults over 50 years of age should ask their doctor about being checked for colorectal cancer. Men 50 years of age or older should discuss with their doctor the risks and benefits of being screened for prostate cancer.

 

Should I have a yearly physical?

Health screenings are replacing the yearly physical. Instead of every person getting the same exams and tests, only the appropriate ones are given. Talk to your family doctor about your risk factors and what tests and exams are right for you.

Having a healthy body will facilitate having a healthy mind. An overweight person is forcing their body to produce more and more blood vessels to pump blood to their growing extremities. Over time this will tax their heart and in turn limit the efficiency of circulation to their brain. A brain without oxygen/blood is not a healthy brain. In this case the physical breakdown of the brain is going to be detrimental to the mind as well.

 

Living an active life will maintain and if needed: create a healthy life. 

 

Work Out

Again from familydoctor.org.

 

To kickstart a stagnant lifestyle here are some guidelines to starting an exercise routine:

 

Exercises that increase your heart rate and move large muscles (such as the muscles in your legs and arms) are best. Choose an activity that you enjoy and that you can start slowly and increase gradually as you become used to it. Walking is very popular and does not require special equipment. Other good exercises include swimming, biking, jogging and dancing. Taking the stairs instead of the elevator or walking instead of driving may also be a good way to start being more active.

 

Implement that advice – this often:

 

Start off exercising 3 or more times a week for 20 minutes or more, and work up to at least 30 minutes, 4 to 6 times a week. This can include several short bouts of activity in a day. Exercising during a lunch break or on your way to do errands may help you add physical activity to a busy schedule. Exercising with a friend or a family member can help make it fun, and having a partner to encourage you can help you stick to it.

 

A downfall of todays INSTANT society is that weight loss and healthy living isn’t as instant as sending a text message or pulling up a website. It’s a lifestyle change. Healthy living is a good thing to incorporate into daily life because it forces people to slow down. Lift some weights. Do some pullups. Go for a jog. It isn’t necessary to become a world-champion body builder or Tour De France winner. Just be active.  Get that heart rate up. Be healthy.

 

**DISCLAIMER**

I don’t say this enough but, I’m here if any of my readership is looking for clarification or more information. That being said, I have some pretty good workout routines if any of you are looking to mix up your work outs. As always – Thanks for reading.

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Sphere One – Mind – Get out. Get Smart. Get it Done.

A Theory.

Everyone is composed of a cluster of spheres. Mind, Body, Spirit, Public, Family, Occupation and each of these has sub-spheres.

Mind – Education, Philosophy etc

Body- Nutrition, Health, Fitness etc

Spirit – Religion, Philosophy etc

Public- Friends, Coworkers, Strangers, Acquaintances etc

Family – Blood, Marriage, Friends etc

Occupation – Hobbies, Work etc

All of these spheres are important. They move in concert with one another each taking priority in turn depending on the circumstances.

MIND – Education, Philosophy, Religion, Motivation, Drive,

The obvious focus of developing the mind is: education. Education is very important, not just to discover new thing, but having a formal education allows for a more fluid transition between ideas. Learning is gaining different perspectives on the world. The more education, the more perspectives. The more perspectives, the easier it is to relate and communicate with people, regardless of their background.

Philosophy.

DIV.Ov {width:550px} phi·los·o·phy (f-ls-f) n. pl. phi·los·o·phies 1. Love and pursuit of wisdom by intellectual means and moral self-discipline. 2. Investigation of the nature, causes, or principles of reality, knowledge, or values, based on logical reasoning rather than empirical methods.

 A philosophy is not always an affluent study or a multi-volume collection of whimsy published by a doctor, professor or public leader. A philosophy can be as simple as taking 5 or 10 minutes to  think about something.  Philosophy is desiring clarity and information to make more sense of the world.  A disciplined philosophy will take into account all parties and their opinions/positions before taking an educated stance on a matter.

Philosophy is usually ignored or shunned by the religious side of the world-view house. There isn’t any reason both can’t share the spotlight. Reasoning is one of the beautiful gifts we were blessed with upon creation.  I’m a Christian and find using the mind God gave me should be something I should flex daily. The power to reason, deduce and explore the world around me is wonderful. Too often the religious sects get nose-deep in text and forget to live…

The acquisition of knowledge and understanding how things work will give way to the ability to motivate. Accomplishing a goal is impossible without knowledge or an understanding of the situation. Granted, often times in the military the lowest ranks aren’t given the big picture…but the scope of their knowledge tells them, their leaders are armed with all of the knowledge to give instruction or commands.  It’s this knowledge that breeds an almost rabid motivation to accomplish a mission. These men/women are shown time and time again that their leaders will take care of them and the mission will get done.

Everyone is capable of generating enough knowledge about something to effectively motivate themselves to accomplish a goal. 

As a society – obesity, drug-use, alcholism etc. are all prevelant because of a lack of knowledge. Not a lack of information, a lack of knowledge. Information is everywhere. But, if it’s not applied nothing gets done. Usually issues of overindulgence manifest themselves because people don’t know how else to vent their frustration or are unwilling to glean the information necessary to generate enough motivation to break free.

Get out. Get Smart. Get it Done.

**DISCLAIMER**

This is me getting some ideas out there for the masses. I’m planning on completing research and going into more depth at some point.

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