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The Pen Pattern.

07 Thursday Jul 2016

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blog, creative writing, cycles, introspection, journey, patterns, personal, perspective, philosophy, prose, psychology, reflective, writing

I recently re-started writing (again). For the record, I never intended to stop, but it happens. Cyclically, actually.

The cycle is as follows:

Usually, it starts when I’m feeling a little over and/or underwhelmed. Then, as I write and release all of those pesky feelings, I create room for better things and that’s exactly what happens: Life gets better, and I write less and experience more. I get caught up in the experiences and the writing stops. Then too much life happens and/or life spirals and I feel like I’ve lost my bearings (again), so I return to writing (again).

What, rather how, I write also follows a pattern:

  1. When I have experiences, stories and sadness that I need to share (read: catharsis), I write (usually in the third person).Some feelings, experiences and stories reflect my own; others are figments of my imagination, but they’re all pieces of vulnerability. Every (published) post is an opportunity, or platform for criticism or judgement. While the alternative could be argued; that being, that each post is also an opportunity or platform to receive praise and attention, writing has always been intrinsically motivated for me and most times, quite personal.
  2. When I have something particular I want to share and write about, I write (exclusively in the first person). These are usually reflective or rant pieces. (For example, this post).

So, what has sparked the return to writing this time? Work. (work, work, work, work, work…)

My job has been mentally and some days physically taxing. I was starting to feel like all I did was train, go to work, eat, sleep and repeat for 6 days of the week… but with little to show for it. Very robotic. Very draining and very, dare I say, borderline depressing.

I also live alone and away from my family, so coming home to an empty flat day-in and day-out can get lonely sometimes. Don’t get me wrong, I love, love, love living on my own and I don’t quite think I’m ready to be ‘domesticated,’ but no (wo)man is an island.. and robots need love too.. among other things.

It’s safe to say, I needed a distraction, or an outlet and let’s be honest– Tinder does not satisfaction bring. Frustration, disappointment, bewilderment, yes. Satisfaction, no. But I digress…

Ironically, it was a Tinder date that inspired the return to writing, so I guess it’s not all bad. Nonetheless, within days I was writing again (although it was only recently that I started posting) and here I am on several days later reflecting/ranting about it.

See, cycle! 😉

#introspectionforthewin

 

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Healthy Recommendations 

03 Sunday Jan 2016

Posted by thephilotherapist in Familiy, Fitness, Goals, Training

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ATTENTION: If diet and nutrition are on the top of your resolution list, here’s a list of a few people I’d recommend getting in touch with (because I have either trained with them or have been trained by them and can vouch for their skill, professionalism and effectiveness). Please share for those who may be interested.

Hyperlinks will direct you to their Facebook page.

BC, CANADA:

1. Kin Consulting (website: https://kinconsulting.wordpress.com/)
Powerlifting, nutrition, weightlifting, competition prep.

2. BLM Barbell (website: http://blmbarbell.net/)
Powerhouse facility, oly lifting, powerlifting, strongman, community.

3. BLM Strength Academy
With Lauri Bernard, boot camps and strength training in Abbotsford, BC.

4. JD Fitness
With Judy Dueck, bootcamps, conditioning andgroup training studio in Abbotsford, BC.

5. Training Day Cafe (website: http://www.trainingdaycafe.com/)
Macro-friendly meals and meal prep, serving the lower mainland.

QLD, AUSTRALIA

1. Coco’s Gym (website: http://www.cocosgym.com.au/)
Powerlifting (competition prep) & GC’s best strongman training facility, nutrition coaching.

2. Body Dynamics Training (website: http://www.bodydynamicscrossfit.com.au/)
with Trent Thurtell- Exercise Physiologist/ Performance Coach and Sam Thackway
Crossfit, gymnastics, mobility, oly lifting and nutrition coaching.

Also noteworthy is Brie Quilter: Whole Soul Living, who I’ve had the pleasure of training beside and who has since established her own whole foods, health and wellness business providing prepared meals/meal plans and holistic living.

3. Alex Hart Fitness (website: http://www.alexhartfitness.com.au/)
With Alex Hart, a personal trainer who will come to you!

NOTE: most of the above provide online coaching as well.

Happy training xo

PSA: KIN CONSULTING

28 Monday Sep 2015

Posted by thephilotherapist in Familiy, Fitness, Personal Development, Training

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NEED A TRAINER? COACH? WORKOUT OR NUTRITION PLAN?

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Krish Deo, Founder of Kin Consulting

He has been touted as one of “the few coaches I’d trust in BC.” He’s a National Powerlifter himself and his clients’ success speak for themselves. I have not only had the pleasure of being trained by him, but training with him and now, YOU CAN TOO.

If you’ve ever wondered what the best version of you would look and feel like, if you thought your goal body was out of reach, or if you worry about having to restrict your eating to chicken and broccoli to reach your goal physique, send me a message and I’ll personally introduce you to the best coach I know for your personalised training and nutrition plan.

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It gives me great honour as a sister, client and investor to announce the launch of Kin Consulting. If you are seeking a true professional, academic and practitioner of all things health, fitness, kinesiology and physiology, you need to consult with Krish at Kin Consulting– best of all, his coaching is available online! Customized programs, weekly check-ins, Krish goes the extra mile to ensure his clients get the best version of him and what he has to offer, always.

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