WolfDreamer

Nah, I was just teasing you. Hence the winky face.

Most cases? I'd be curious to hear about one of those in which it's not better. Or maybe not...

Oh my goshh I want to cuddle this cat so bad. There's another version of this with a caption that contains some obscenities to the the rhythm of his paw movements. Now I can't unsee it.

This looks like an awesome challenge: simple yet powerful. I love sprinting. I have two dogs, and one of my favorite things to do is sprint with them. I look forward to seeing how you do.

An excellent point, focus. I love how specific your challenge areas are. Keep at it, and let me know if I can support you in any way.

Of course you may. Glad to have you.

I can provide the "or something." Do what you can every day. Stand more and sit less; do a couple of burpees; take the stairs; park farther from your destination and walk the rest of the way; eat whole foods instead of processed, focusing mostly on vegetables and healthy proteins/fats; sprint as often as you can and lift heavy things. You know you can do this. Chin up and get after it!

Thank you. I'm glad you're here.

I hear ya loud and clear. I'm kind of new to the Rebellion (on my third challenge right now) and I sort of instinctively aim high with a lot of stuff. But I'm often thinking about my Level 50 (which resembles a cross between Bear Grylls, a Na'vi, and Tarzan). So rather than feel distressed when I don't meet every goal, I instead ask myself: Did I take steps closer to my Level 50? If so, then I feel successful.

I have a Samsung Gear S2 to help with fitness goals (especially steps) and the Joulebug app keeps track of its challenges. I also use Insight Timer to keep track of meditation/prayer time. The rest I document in my brain until I either write them down or report on them here on the forum. Many of my daily goals blend together (example, my 30 minutes outside/day are going to be spent barefoot, so that's 2 daily goals).

I love your challenge. It's inspiring to see someone who aims for a goal but recognizes that life happens and sometimes we fall down, but that's okay. I look forward to seeing how you do.

Your challenge is awesome. I look forward to seeing how you do. Let me know if I can support you in any way. Do predatory cats count?

For sure. I'll be here if ya need me.

I think this was more important to me than how many pushups I completed. SO many people do pushups wrong, and I didn't want to be one of those people. You go! We keep improving and keep growing. That's what it's all about. Looking forward to whatever you have in store next challenge.

Those are the best kind. I need to do the same. You have inspired me. Have you read The War of Art? You challenge is awesome. Let me know if I can support you in any way.

That's good to hear. Just keep at it, celebrate every victory, and let me know if I can support you in any way.

Well done! Sometimes slower is better. Keep at it.

I have used it before. In fact, according to the app I have saved 28,000 lbs. of CO2, diverted 708 lbs. of waste, and saved 70,000 gallons of water. Mine too! Thanks for following and for the well-wishes.

Excited about both! :-)

And this is a problem why?

This is soooo important! I freaking love this challenge. I'll be following and I'm here to support you in any way I can.

My new challenge is available:

First, some mood music: This challenge is based on the Na'vi from James Cameron's Avatar. It's an epic one, but it blends well with habits I have already developed. Connect With Environment: The Na'vi are deeply connected to the natural world around them and they take care of it. When completing each of these challenges, engage all of your senses and stay mindful of the impact nature has on your body and your spirit. At least 30 minutes outdoors/day in a natural setting Go barefoot at least 30 minutes/day; wear minimalist shoes when necessary. Explore an unfamiliar outdoor area, or explore a familiar one as if seeing it for the first time. At least one wild swim/week At least one tree climb/week Give at least 5 minutes/day of your attention to a life form other than human (pets, wildlife, plants, etc.). Download Joulebug and complete at least one challenge/day. Do a litter cleanup in a natural area at least once/week. Avoid using plastics of any kind (unless impossible). 1 hike/week Connect With Food: The Na'vi are omnivorous hunter-gatherers with a deep connection to the available provisions that surrounded them, both meat and plant. When completing these challenges, savor each bite, eat mindfully and pay close attention to how this affects your body and spirit. Eat full vegetarian at least one day/week Eat at least 1 vegetable/day Eat fresh meat instead of processed/boxed/canned meat at least 3 days/week; this includes fish (BONUS: game meat when possible). Forage at least once/week (dandelion, plantains, onion, etc.) Intermittent fasting Eat locally at least once/week (Farmer's market?) Connect With Body: The Na'vi need their body to be in top shape in order to survive such a harsh environment. When completing this challenge, use a variety of "wild fitness"/primal/paleo natural movements and be mindful of how this impacts your body and spirit. At least 5 minutes deep squat/day Drink at least 1/2 gallon of water/day. Balance at least 10 yards on a narrow surface 3 days/week At least 10,000 steps/day Dead hang for at least 30 seconds 3 days/week. At least 2 minutes of planking/day at least 3 days/week. 75 pushups/day At least 15 minutes of free-running/sprints 3 days/week on uneven terrain (barefoot if possible). "Natural" movement HIIT with plenty of variety 3 days/week (see Mark Sisson's WOWs for ideas). Connect With Tribe: The Na'vi have a deep connection with members of their tribe, especially family but also tribal elders and leaders. For this challenge, be mindful of your relationships and how you strengthen them. Spend every afternoon with your daughters ('ite); at least one technology-free playtime/week. Use intimate physical touch with tribal members (for family: hugs, kisses, holding hands, tickling, snuggling; handshakes/hugs for friends). At least one uninterrupted/technology free evening with wife (muntxate) Call your mother (sa'nok). Visit your grandfather. Connect With Self: In spite of living in a savage environment, the Na'vi are very self-aware and practice a disciplined self-control and humble appreciation of all life, including their own. Become toruk makto: tame the beast and take control of your temper by pausing and being mindful of your emotions. Seek wisdom: read works written by great tribal leaders and elders who have come before you. Choose your words: be mindful of when to speak and when to be silent; don't waste words, but choose them wisely. Be grateful: keep a log each day of things for which you are grateful. Connect With Eywa (God): The Na'vi believe in and commune with a being greater than themselves. This is the essence of their culture and it drives their actions and lifestyle. While completing these challenges, be mindful of where your heart and spirit rest on these issues. Greet each morning with a grateful smile and a spoken "Thank you." Pray/meditate in silence at least 10 minutes/day. Integrate prayer throughout the day. Treat each person you meet as spiritually connected and as image-bearers of God; treat all lifeforms as God's creation. Practice agape love (unconditional love). Bonus Challenges: Learn Na'vi language. Spend at least one night outside (in a hammock, if possible). Take a long hike deep into the woods (off trail, if possible). Ride a horse. Learn to shoot a bow. Harvest spring water. The Hallelujah Mountains: Go rock climbing (freestyle). Obviously, I will need all the support I can get. I look forward to hearing your input and words of encouragement.

So for a quick retrospective of this challenge: I give myself a B-. I know some of you complimented me on how much I accomplished, but looking back on the actual challenge I realized I neglected a few things (journaling, visiting my grandpa, to name a few) and got behind on the pushups and dips. My next challenge will include a lot of the elements of this challenge, but the theming will give me some motivation to get excited about completing each part. I think next time I will take advantage of technology and its ability to remind me to do stuff. :-) Since it was tough to find benches and chairs sturdy enough, I might move away from dips and choose something similar that is more practical and doesn't require anything (like L-sits or burpees). I really do need to spend more time with my grandpa. He's 88 years old. Thanks to Tim Ferris's suggestion to read "The Tail End" on the Wait, But Why blog, I now have a sense of how short life really is. There is a quote in that post that says "It turns out that when I graduated from high school, I had already used up 93% of my in-person parent time. I’m now enjoying the last 5% of that time. We’re in the tail end." And this little gem: "When you look at that reality, you realize that despite not being at the end of your life, you may very well be nearing the end of your time with some of the most important people in your life." So yeah, count on a whole section of my next challenge to be about spending time with family.