"One machine can do the work of ordinary people. No machine can do the work of extraordinary people."
This is what a clever man once told me. Ordinary people's work is equal to that of a programmed machine whereas extraordinary work has no synonym of equal value. Nothing can compare with something extraordinary because it is genuine and comes from one person. I was 7 years old when SBN Dan (then, BSBN) gave a picture with this message written on it. The last line of his wisdom stated "you are extraordinary." I didn't fully understand the message until my first black belt test in 2009. Then and now, it has made me realize that normal or ordinary never achieves anything more than typical. Be extraordinary and do great things! Make this black belt test the best it can be and always work at a higher level than any machine.
For the last phase, I have gotten rather behind on my requirements. As well as making excuses to myself about why I didn't push harder. Then, today something clicked again and I've already done 1,000 quality sit-ups. A certain memory is what drove me out of my little train of thought. It was from June 27, 2009- almost 2 years ago- at the Power Within firewalk in Sandy, Oregon. We all had had a tough night at the actual fire walking was yet to begin. Everybody was given an arrow that we had to give an obstacle and then brake (literally) through. When it was my turn, I promised myself I would never make excuses for things in my control. I still have that arrow, it is in two pieces now and my mental outlook to finish all requirements in the given time has not only been rekindled but is now roaring with an intense desire to succeed.
These two philosophys will stay with for the rest of my life.
CGN Taylor
Courage is not the absence of fear
it was said before and i'll say it again, you are extraordinary. You able to, and will, accomplish things that you don't even know yet. You have done so much so far. Goals and life missions are only good if you believe in what you are doing. Always believe in yourself and you'll have the world. Keep up the great work cgn, every moment know that your instructors are very proud of you and all that you do, even if it's not shown right away, we know. -Sbn
ReplyDeletewow! there is an amazing amount of wisdom in the smallest things....i'm in awe of your ability to recall and recognize these lessons and find applicable meaning in your life! truly, truly inspirational....
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CGN Taylor, you are such a mature and amazing young woman. Every time I read one of your journal entries, or speak to you, I am always so impressed with the level of thought you are capable of...keep it up!
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