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Tame your ego by exposing yourself to new experiences. Learning to play guitar, skydiving, scuba diving, or a new language can open up a whole new world of possibilities. It's a reminder that there's always more to learn and experience in life. Don't let your ego hold you back from discovering new passions and interests. Embrace the unknown and expand your horizons. Who knows, you might just surprise yourself! Trust me on that! :-) #newexperiences #personaldevelopment #selfgrowth

Good news, everyone! 2024 is just around the corner and there's probably going to be plenty of challenges. Let's word hard but also not forget that there is a life outside of work and at times we are also allowed to simply enjoy ourselves for a while. 2023 brought a lot of challenges and changes for me. New job, new location, finally started teaching scuba diving but also took up tech diving as a challenge. In 2024, I'll be pushing for more certifications (again) while working hard to keep my clients secure. What are your challenges in 2024? Stay secure and have a good start into 2024.

Always keep learning! When we stick to our comfort zones, life gets dull. But when we learn new things, amazing opportunities pop up. It doesn't have to be huge. Small steps count too. Check out these fun ideas: ➡️ Learn a new skill ➡️ Learn a new language ➡️ Pick up a new instrument ➡️ Try paddleboarding or windsurfing ➡️ Explore scuba diving ➡️ Dance like nobody's watching ➡️ Bake a delicious cake ➡️ Paint a beautiful picture ➡️ Start a garden Life's a lot more fun when we're learning. So, what's your next adventure? ♻️ Repost if you agree. #KeepLearning #StayCurious #NewSkills #LifelongLearning

While surfing, I found this very nice story, and I just had to share it with you! I hope you all will love it ! 😊 A jumbo jet passenger plane is flying across the Atlantic Ocean at a steady speed of 800 km/h and at an altitude of 40,000 feet. Suddenly, a fighter jet flying at Mach 2 speeds comes alongside the jumbo jet. The fighter jet pilot slows down and greets the jumbo jet pilot by radio: "Hello, jumbo jet! Must be a boring flight. Watch this!" 😎 The fighter jet then performs some thrilling aerobatics, breaking the sound barrier, climbing quickly, diving near the sea, and looping back up next to the jumbo jet. The fighter jet pilot asks, "What did you think of that?" 🛩️💨 The jumbo jet pilot replies, "Impressive! Now, watch this." 👀 The fighter jet pilot waits, but nothing changes with the jumbo jet. It keeps flying straight at the same speed. After five minutes, the jumbo jet pilot radios again: "How about that?" ✈️✨ The fighter jet pilot is confused and asks, "What did you do?" 🤔 The jumbo jet pilot chuckles and says, "I got up, stretched, went to the back of the plane, used the bathroom, got a cup of coffee and a snack, and made plans for a relaxing trip when we land." ☕🧁 This story is a great reminder that we all have our own journeys and that what might seem boring to one person could be a rewarding experience for another. So, enjoy your own journey and remember that different approaches can lead to different kinds of enjoyment! 🌟 Last but not least, thank you, ChatGPT, for helping me write and correct my grammar! 😊 #StoryTime #SharingIsCaring #FunnyAnecdote #EnjoyTheJourney #AppreciateTheMoment #PerspectiveMatters #AviationStory #TravelTales #LifeLessons #ThankYouChatGPT

Diving into the Pivotal Moments Media Pillar of Education: Be A Lifeguard. Reflect on this powerful quote and embrace the role of a #lifeguard in your life and for those you care about. Follow for more insight on the pillars and how to incorporate them into your routine. #BeALifeguard #PillarOfEducation #Reflections #PivotalMomentsMedia

Is it time to go deeper in your spiritual life? In my latest article, I delve into my first experience swimming in the deep end of a pool, drawing parallels between that moment and the journey of going deeper in our spiritual lives. Take a read here: http://disq.us/t/4o2z9fg

Shouldn’t try these activities as student❌ Is one of the worst advice anyone can give you today. 5 activities that must be in the interest section of every GenZ's resume. Kayaking, Scuba diving, Bungee Jumping, Local walks, Surfing. Kayaking: Represents an adventurous spirit and an interest in outdoor activities and nature. It also shows physical fitness and a willingness to try new experiences. Scuba Diving: Demonstrates a love for exploration and adventure, as well as an interest in marine life and conservation. It also requires certain skills like swimming and knowledge of diving equipment. Bungee Jumping: Reflects a thrill-seeking nature and fearlessness. It can showcase qualities like risk-taking, confidence, and the ability to handle high-pressure situations. Local walks: Indicates a mindfulness and appreciation for the environment, as well as a desire for physical activity and relaxation. It can also show a connection to one's community and surroundings. Local Walks: Walking outdoors has been linked to reduced stress levels and improved mental health. Students who include local walks in their interests section may signal their ability to manage stress effectively and maintain a positive mindset, which are valuable skills in academic and professional settings. Surfing: Represents a love for the ocean, physical fitness, and a sense of freedom and independence. It requires balance, coordination, and the ability to read and navigate natural elements like waves. These activities are not only enjoyable hobbies but also demonstrate various qualities and skills that could be attractive to potential employers or educational institutions, such as risk-taking, physical fitness, environmental awareness, and a sense of adventure. However, it's essential to tailor the interests section of a resume to reflect one's genuine passions and experiences rather than including activities solely based on perceived trends or expectations. #funthingstodo #personalgrowth #adventure #funthingstodo #travel #physicalfitness #mentalfitness

The trick is wanting what most others don’t. My wonderful father taught me the benefits of getting up early. It was not an easy learning curve but eventually I got it through my head that the earlier I got up the more successful I became, the more money I made and the more opportunities that continually showed themselves. I had decided last year that I wanted to learn to scuba dive. While that adventure did not turn out well, I ended up giving my equipment to my diving instructor, however it did force me to start swimming at a local swim club. I needed a place to train for diving and the club I found fit the bill for everything I needed except that it only had a two lane pool which meant a maximum of four swimmers at a time. Once you started swimming you could stay as long as you wanted so if you did get there later, you potentially did not swim. I asked the man showing me around what time the club/pool opened. He said 5:00am and I was worried it would be crowded. He assured me it would not be an issue but even so I was apprehensive. As it turned out that over the past six months it has not been a problem. It turned out that the time I love to inhabit, that where other people would rather sleep, again enabled me a pathway to an amazing world. What does it mean when you want and are willing to work for something almost no-one else does? Simple it often gives me access to do as I want and often define the rules, like I do in the pool like immediately offering to what my lane when the pool gets filled so people don’t have to stand around and beg to get in. I ask people their first names so we know one other enough to watch out and take care of each other but not get too familiar. It is like getting the first plane out at the airport. It usually means getting up at 2:00am but it is also often means a simple and fast path through security and there is time before the plane takes off for me to practice my Spanish, check my email and pray. If you are just like everyone else you will end up wasting a lot time time trying to get things done when everyone else is doing the same thing. Getting up really early is a simple trade off for me to usually get what I want in multiple areas. And over time you might even love being part of a world where few others belong. If not those of us already there will continue to enjoy the benefits.

Is fear a good reason to not do something? Yes. ‘IF’ it’s a real fear. Such as the fear of drowning if you go going scuba diving when you don’t know how to swim. (This may or may not be a personal example 😉) However, most fears are NOT life threatening. They are simply ego threatening. So, that thing you would do if you weren’t afraid…. Ask yourself: - Is it a REAL fear? - Or do you just not want to expose yourself to the ‘possibility’ of something uncomfortable? 🤔 Here’s a tip: EXPECT a little discomfort and remind yourself that you CAN handle it because you’ve handled every uncomfortable thing that has come your way so far! You won’t grow or be successful in your career or life without some discomfort! #journalprompts #getuncomfortable #yesyoucan #stephaniemartinocoaching

Did you know that early age swimming lessons has so many benefits for kids? On top of physical aspects, swimming is able to refresh kids mentally. Well, water or blue spaces gives us (your child included) the same (if not more) benefits. The gentle sound of water lapping at the pool or waves rolling onto a beach lulls us to sleep. The open expanse and the sea breeze soothe. And when we submerge ourselves in water, a nifty bit of evolution known as the mammalian diving reflex activates. The benefits of the mammalian diving reflex simply are as such: ●  It's the human body's survival response to being submerged in water. ●  It slows many bodily functions down to preserve (your) life. ●  As we hold our breath underwater, our heart rate slows (a survival mechanism)—which can lead to the calming effect of being in the water. Because of these effects, swimming and being in water (which can activate the mammalian diving reflex) may prove helpful for anxious and stressed-out children. Sign up for Fitness Champs' swimming lessons right now at www.kizpass.com.sg and redeem your free trial now!