Sifu Jason King’s Blog - Chinese Martial Arts 2009

Howdy all,

I’m pleased to say that I finally have my ‘new’ broadband established. Suffice to say, had I known the difficulties with Naked ADSL I wouldn’t have bothered. Perhaps I should thank TPG and Telstra for testing various virtues that I’ve written about!

I’m still on “holidays” meaning I’m in betwen work projects at the moment. I’m hoping that the Airport Tunnel Link will start soon. Else I’ll have to wait till September for a busway project at West End. Meanwhile, I can put some time into my school, some creative projects (acting, fight directing, singing) and keep an eye out for a potential date.   ;-)    Actually I had an acting gig lined up for today but it was unfortunately cancelled at the last minute. I was to be a pregnant man as a gimmick handing out flyers at the baby expo! A la Arnold Schwarzenegger in “Junior”.

Last night after visiting friends, I participated in a singing Masterclass. Great experience to give feedback on others and see the improvement and also to receive feedback on what I did. It’s surprising what they see and hear that you don’t yourself expect.

Next week I will be finishing off my motorbike license and looking at getting a bike. I know it’s more dangerous but I figure I’m sensible enough and it’ll be much more convenient and economical. And I’ll look great in leathers! This is a bike I’m looking at maybe getting.

Only 2 weeks till my marathon attempt! I really should have done about 50 times more preparation but oh well, I’ll see how I go. I’m not out to break any records though I’m gonna take it easy. (well, as easy as 42km can be!)

Sad news this week with one my schools instructors heading into the last stage of his terminal cancer. I always think how sad it is when people reach that stage and find so many of their ‘friends’ unwilling to share that stage. The friends discomfort seems to outweigh the patients need for comfort and company. Of course it’s unpleasant to go through it but I don’t think you can give a person a more meaningful gift than your time and thoughts in such a traumatic time. I’ll be visiting Sifu Ian later this week  and will pass on any messages?

An unexpected day off means I can do a bit of bludging, a bit of tidying up and a bit of work on the computer. I’m currently uploading some video clips  onto my Facebook Fan pages. It’s gonna take a few hours though!

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Brisbane-Kung-Fu/71502368862?v=wall&viewas=673521198

Chat soon!

Sifu Jace

Being responsible means that others can depend on you. Being responsible means to do something well and to the best of your ability. It is being willing to be accountable for what you do or not do. Responsible means you will accept credit when you do things right and will accept correction or consequences when things go wrong.

Being accountable and showing responsibility demonstrates that your actions can be trusted. Responsibility is highly valued in both business and personal relationships.

To practise responsibility, when you agree to do something, honour that agreement by doing it and as best you can. If you do not want to do something, honour yourself by saying no. Sometimes accepting responsibility can mean extra training or hard work to carry it out.

Taking on responsibility separates you from the sheep majority. It can be a selfless or selfish choice depending on your motivations but either way, once  accepted try to do it well.

“I must do something” always solves more problems than “Something must be done.”   ~  Author Unknown

“First we make our habits, then our habits make us.”                                                                ~ Charles C. Noble

“You must take personal responsibility. You cannot change the circumstances, the seasons,or the wind, but you can change yourself. That is something you have charge of.”                                                    ~ Jim Rohn

“You are not only responsible for what you say, but also for what you do not say.”                ~ Martin Luther

“Responsibility is the price of greatness.”                                                                                       ~ Winston Churchill

I saw this article recently and thought it was a remarkable example of perspective and positive attitude! If only we all could view the world this way - it would be an amazing place! Still if we all do a little bit, surely we can make a difference?

I am thankful for:-

· The taxes I pay because it means I am employed.

· The clothes that fit a little too snugly because it means I have more than enough to eat.

· The lawn that needs mowing, or the windows that need cleaning, because it means that I have a home.

· The spot I find at the far end of the parking lot because it means I am capable of walking.

· My large heating and cooking bills, because it means that I am always comfortable.

· The lady behind me on the bus who sings off key to her personal stereo, because it means that I can hear.

· The alarm that wakes in the early morning, because it means that I am alive.

Are you a person who is often depressed or negative? Imagine if you could turn around your thoughts to have the perception like these. How much better would life quickly become?

Now, let’s see… Telstra and TPG are blaming each other for the newly added 2 week delay (after already 8 weeks! Grrr!) on my broadband set up. How can I turn that perception around? Hmm… well,  no fees while it’s not working I suppose. Gives me something to look forward to. The opportunity to have it at all when 80%+ of the world couldn’t have it. You know what? I actually feel better about it!