Comments for My Proactive Life

Comment on Lessons from a conversation by Janna Fikh

Janna Fikh — Sun, 29 Aug 2010 05:05:39 +0000

What a great post Andrew.

A wonderful example of how certain conversations are too complicated. If we simply said what we meant or needed first hand – how much more efficient would our days become, in our personal and professional lives?

As Catherine suggested, half of the key is in formulating your question appropriately, with having regard for the person you are seeking information from as well as yourself.

Comment on Lessons from a conversation by Andrew Blanda

Andrew Blanda — Sat, 28 Aug 2010 21:48:35 +0000

@Catherine White Great response there Catherine - indeed the question is the catalyst for the conversation, and it sets the tone!

Comment on Lessons from a conversation by Catherine White

Catherine White — Sat, 28 Aug 2010 18:03:47 +0000

I’ve learned the answer is in the question, indeed the questions hold the key.

Comment on My City2Surf 2010 by Catherine White

Catherine White — Sat, 14 Aug 2010 18:58:42 +0000

Amazing result!

Comment on Sutherland 2 Surf fun-run by Catherine White

Catherine White — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 23:57:07 +0000

Congratulations Andrew; fabulous outcome indeed.

Comment on Age-Proofing your body by Catherine White

Catherine White — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 12:02:21 +0000

Age proofing is a great headline, it’s sure to attract all us baby boomers.

My comment on desire is, if one’s desire (or appetite) for life is quenched, attending to the rest becomes increasing difficult.

A desire to live doesn’t equate to living with vitality, which makes recovery from critical illness a challenge. The desire (or will) to live can be all encompassing, but attention to diet, exercise and striking a balance of work and play, enhances your desire for life.

Nice post …

Comment on The two most important people by Andrew Blanda

Andrew Blanda — Sun, 27 Jun 2010 14:07:39 +0000

@Julie Wise
Julie, I am sure this would be a great topic about how we can be present – understanding how WE work is an important part of self-awareness and confidence when dealing with other people. So, what happens on the days when your left + right brain are not speaking to each other?

And yes, relationships can be seen as complex, BUT they don’t have to be; focusing on the 2 parties involved should be enough to set things on the right path!

Comment on It’s a journey, not a destination! by Andrew Blanda

Andrew Blanda — Sun, 27 Jun 2010 14:03:45 +0000

@Tony Hollingsworth
I’m glad to hear it Tony – You’re too good a man to waste, and from your tweets over this weekend it’s clear to see you’re getting SO MUCH MORE out of the bike than you could have imagined. Wednesday sounds good – will be in touch! (btw if anyone else on here wants to tee up a cycle one day, let me know!)

Comment on It’s a journey, not a destination! by Andrew Blanda

Andrew Blanda — Sun, 27 Jun 2010 14:02:23 +0000

@Allan Dickinson
Allan, thanks VERY much for your comments on this and sharing your background with us – I think even if it’s not in the genes, it certainly helps if it’s ‘in the family’! You’ve obviously made it part of your everyday life and we can see that shine through both in Robin’s comments AND your continued ability to coach/play Hockey!

Did you have such a guiding influence from your parents, or were you the first to ‘just do it’ and do it every day?

Comment on It’s a journey, not a destination! by Andrew Blanda

Andrew Blanda — Sun, 27 Jun 2010 13:58:55 +0000

@Robin Dickinson
Hi Robin – YES, it should be a part of who you are and not something ‘extra’ you do! It’s amazing how many people forget that they used to run around all day every day without so much as caring they were getting ‘exercise’ – then they get old(er) and think it’s something different Thanks for your comments!