Motivation

My family refers to me as one of those people that has 2 speeds, fast and off. I don't know how true that statement is but it paints a nice picture of my energy use. It has been a year now since I returned from the Asian Rural Institute, it does not seem that long but then again, it never does. My return to America has effected me, I have gone through phases of apathy, frustration, learning, and elation. My ambitions have swung to all points of the compass, and at times I have lost sight of my purpose, any purpose really. I have run from things that are good, and hidden when things seemed bad. I have gotten to connect with people that I have known forever and made deep connections with people that I hope to know forever after. I have slept on couches and traveled the country. I have dreamed many dreams but have chased very few. I have been floating and I have loved it.

In my last post I talked about a roof over my head. Now the next step is a dream to chase and purpose to stand for. I think a purpose is more important than a roof and a dream supplies energy for the purpose. In college and even in Japan I was a lightning rod for ideas and purpose, an advocate for change and new thinking. I was surrounded by people who excited my curiosity about the world and ideas that gave me hope. Over the next few weeks I am looking to get involved with groups that have the same kind of energy and passion. In my aloofness I have not tapped into these sources of energy. I plan to work on that. For now, I hope you are sharing your life and eating well.

Peace and Love,

Mike