Month: November 2018

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Gil Bahnsen and the R2AK

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Gil Bahnsen shared his journey in preparing mentally, emotionally, and physically for the massive challenge of competing in the Race to Alaska (R2AK).  He’s building his own boat and plans to sail it from Port Townsend, Washington to Ketchikan, Alaska – that’s 750 miles of frigid ocean water.  Gil discussed his inspirations, his struggles, and his hopes for a successful journey.  He is also using this challenge as a way to advocate for male victims of childhood sexual abuse (see the links below for more information).  You can also follow his team, Kingsfold,  via their website or facebook page.

Call to Action:  Dust off an old project or goal and make it happen.

Race to Alaska: https://r2ak.com/

Team website: http://kingsfold-r2ak.com/
Team Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/KingsfoldR2AK/
Boat construction blog: http://kingsfoldtravelogues.com/

Male Sexual Abuse and Assault Resources: https://1in6.org/ and malesurvivor.org

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Avoiding Self-Sabotage

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In episode 15, Dan and Matt discuss a couple forms of self-sabotage that they frequently see in the clientele they work with (and in themselves).   Dan focuses in on the bad habit of responding to compliments with negativity, judgment, and/or resistance.  Matt describes the challenges of trying to be supportive when working with a help-rejecting-complainer.  It’s a bit of shorter episode, and these are topics worthy of revisiting.

Call to action: When someone compliments you, pause, resist the urge to deflect or be self-critical, then just express gratitude for the positive feedback.