I have always had an adventurous spirit, but it wasn’t until later in life when I realized that adventure helps keep me balanced and happy. I have done a lot of thinking on the subject of adventure and I have had a lot of fun reliving my adventures since I have started SpiritStrike.com. There are many benefits of adventure and some of them will be personal to each adventurer, but I have found several stand out benefits that are fairly universal.
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There is an old saying, “You can’t take it with you, but you can leave it behind”. I came across this quote the other day and it just got stuck in my mind. The more I thought about this quote, the more profound it became. I know this statement typically relates to possessions, but what if we apply it to our lives?
Read MoreFatherhood: Adventure and Responsibility
My life has changed a lot since I last posted. I am a little behind on my writing, but I do have a good excuse. A couple of weeks ago our first son was born! His name is Jaxon and we feel that he is a pretty awesome little guy. His birth will no doubt mark the beginning of a long term adventure.
Read More5 Ways to Add Adventure to Your Life
It is often challenging to find ways to add adventure to our busy lives. Many of us have a bucket list of things we want to do, but how many of us actually tick those boxes off? How many of us find a way to experience our lives to the fullest?
Read MoreHow to Beat Fear
I remember when I was a kid, I was afraid to ride roller coasters. I went on a church trip to Carowinds when I was 12. On the bus, I made the decision to ride everything. In a single day I went from fear of roller coasters to relishing the experience. In fact, I was kind of upset at myself for missing out on riding them for so many years.
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