Every morning I drop my kids off at school at 7:30 and then I sweat from 8-9am. Then off to the office. This had made a big impact on me. I’m better at being a husband, father and CEO because of this change. On Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays I play tennis. On Tuesday and Thursday I lift weights. Wednesday evening I have begun taking Krav Maga. I have liked it so much that I eliminated Wednesday morning tennis and replaced it with private, one on one Krav instruction. I’ve always thought of myself as a pacifist, and I still do. But was I a pacifist because I was choosing non-violence or was I a pacifist because if violence presented itself I wouldn’t know what to do? Now that I know what to do, at least enough to be formidable, I will still choose a peaceful path when possible, but at least it’s a choice. I’ve had two instances since starting Krav where I acted differently than I previously would have. I didn’t choose violence, but I stood my ground when a bully was attempting to rattle me. Confidence and poise go a long way towards preventing violence. It’s fascinating. The Krav community has been incredibly kind. A group of legit badasses and they’re some of the nicest people I’ve met. I’m super impressed. I’m in for life. Nothing has been more empowering for me. I highly recommend.
That sounds amazing. I have long been considering taking up some kind of martial art form, just for conditioning and, as you say, 'poise' in situations. Years of rugby and weightlifting were fun, but I've hit almost every goal I set and now that I'm in my 30s I kinda want to try something different. Like you describe, the control and understanding of your body is important. I learned a huge amount through both my chosen areas, but maybe it's time for a fresh perspective. No Krav Maga in my area sadly (the main one shut down in 2018), but boxing is plentiful. I might just get into it.
ahhhhhhhhhhhhhh what a whirlwhind the last few days have been matched with somebody on bumble who was really interesting to me! an alpine rock climber, snowboarder, but somebody who also stated they enjoyed exploring themselves and the world around them. and was attractive. we've gone out each of the last few nights, from a first date, to spending the night together, to having come out for some birthday festivities last night and meeting quite a few of my friends. just amazing conversation after conversation, so much laughing, awesome sex, this whole thing almost doesn't feel real. need to make sure i'm actually pacing things, both my feelings for her, and the amount and quality of time we're spending together...but i did jokingly say we should plan a weekend together out somewhere in the mountains, and that then turned into a "no let's do that" conversation. i also won a ski pass at an outdoors film festival last night (which was my bday) and got the details for that february canmore trip. just a lot of exciting shit happening in and around my life right now and i need to be mindful that the level of high right now is temporary, and to enjoy it while it's here.
That's so great to hear! Your concern about the pacing makes a lot of sense, but it does also seem like things are progressing very organically. Sometimes when it's on, it's ON. Really pleased for you, I hope things continue to be exciting and fulfilling!
This is awesome! I love reading this like this. It sounds like you’re not moving too fast if you’re both on the same page, right? Enjoy this time. The beginning is the best and a good beginning makes for a good foundation for what’s to come. Onward!
This is something I want to talk to her about later today - our pacing and being mindful of this being a healthy movement for both of us at the speed at which we're moving. I am feeling very open and emotionally available around this girl, and I think it will make for a great conversation and one that she will be more than happy to engage in.It sounds like you’re not moving too fast if you’re both on the same page, right?
Spending a wonderful Wednesday morning sitting on an airplane while a team of mechanics struggles to figure out how to close the boarding door. If I’m lucky this will take so long I’ll miss the meeting I’m supposed to be traveling to and I can just get on the next plane home 😂 Lots of exciting things happening in my world. I think I have enough money soft committed to my new company to think about quitting my day job this spring. All family and friends among the investors. It’s really humbling to have this many people basically say “I don’t understand what you’re doing, but I believe in you, so here’s some cash.” Very strongly motivating to succeed too when your success or failure is a success or failure for people close to you. More details in the months ahead.
Congrats, b! You’re raising money in the toughest macro environment I’ve seen. That’s impressive. It’s humbling when friends and family invest in you. It’s also a TREMENDOUS amount of pressure. This pressure is definitely motivating but it will cause Hairloss, kidney stones and will almost certainly strain your marriage. Godspeed :) PS. Let’s play tennis in the new year!
This may be the most wholesome pubski thread I've ever read. Makes a nice change, given how gruelling the past three years have been for so many. A couple more days of work before I head into a fortnight's break for Christmas and New Year. I start my new job as Director, ESG in mid-January. I am very optimistic about it.
Just came back from a shared mobility conference. Learned nothing from the talks but I met like two dozen key figures in the field so it was capital G Great for networking. Only five more workdays and then a Christmas break filled with quality time with friends & family. Already exhausted (my fitness level is...nonzero) but I'm gonna get through it and it's gonna be fun and I'm gonna be real glad this year is FINALLY over.
It’s been 33 years since I read my first article about a “successful” test of nuclear fusion. I’ve read several since then. This morning’s email from the NYT could have just been a copy paste of them all. I understand that great science moves slow. I’m just tired of hearing about it decades before practical application. Sorry. Salty.
Agree. One physicist on Twitter said it’s essentially a nothing burger. But if it makes more people aware of nuclear fusion, that’s good I guess. Merry Christmas old friend. Happy new year! Hope to see you in person in 2023. Onward!