All leaders seem to have more energy than other people. They are more in 'movement', like they are headed somewhere that is super important. I realize they are energetic and moving, yet they are capable of getting the energy in other people moving. They all seem more interesting and compelling than the average bloke. I see that all leaders seem to have charge and be in charge. So they have charge which is energy, and they are in charge as they are doing something with motion, making them at the front of something. This excites people. Leaders excite people because they are exciting. Leaders take risks the rest of us are afraid to take. They charge forward with abandon; they seem unafraid. Life seems more like a challenge than an exercise in mediocrity. They are motivated and energized and charged and exciting and engaging and compelling and amazing and unique. Everyone wants to be near them.   Break these qualities down and many possess them but never get that 'just right' alchemy that propels leading. Many courses are offered in finding the right steps and techniques to leading. The 'how to's' and '7 ways' and 'just right ways' to become a leader. These methods are all ridiculous. Leaders cannot be emulated because copying is simply trying to duplicate the symptom of leadership, not the root or cause.Leaders lead as the sun shines. They lead because to be a follower is simply not an option, and no-one seems to be keeping things moving at their pace anyway. They lead in any way and all ways. They move from topic to adventure to industry to country. They are leaders in their families, their thinking, their schooling, their methods and their relationships to people, nature and the world. Their thoughts are different, bizarre and almost uncanny. They titilate imagination and creativity. Their presence makes you want to change too. Leaders do not give two shits what people think and say about them. This is a waste of time and energy. Leaders seem to understand how short time is and how much is wasted. There is much to do. They love the world but they realize it is always evolving, so let's get at it. They will try many things and 'fail', but they never stop trying. They believe in the power of thoughts, action, people, the divine, and the human soul and spirit. Leaders get their power and excitement from within. Leaders are intrinsic and are seldom motivated from the outside. They may see things externally that need changing but they derive energy from something inside. In fact, leaders almost always defy the odds. If there are standard things required to lead or succeed, leaders usually don't have those things! They overcome the obstacles and are steadfast in the vision they hold. They are not the best educated, richest, best looking or even healthiest, but they always grab you, your attention and they can hold you in a state of believing you can do what you were sent here to do. Leaders adapt, invent and formulate from what seems to be thin air. They create, innovate and imagine in all areas. Leaders think and juggle and verbalize to abstraction. They love to read and gather and assess situations. Leaders own their shit. They are not scared to admit error or miscalculation. To hold on to that error is a waste of energy. There is much to inspire, so on to the next step. Leaders are humble and bold, energized yet calm. They are courageous and seem to be strong in their momentary collapse. Their collapses even feed them. How fucking crazy is that!? Recognize any of these qualities? You are a leader in training. Lead your own life.  ANNOUNCEMENTS Lance is back! Check out Sahaj Yoga, Thursdays from 6 - 7:30 pm! Lion's Breath Yogi Referral Program Bring in a friend or family member who has never been to Lion's Breath before, and if they buy an unlimited pass, 10 pass, or 2 week, you'll receive a credit towards your account to use for purchasing your next pass or merchandise! Receive a $15 credit applied to your account if your guest buys a 10 pass or 1 month purchase. $5 credit for a 2 week pass purchase. Lion's Breath at Pecha Kucha! Stephen and Dawn are presenting at Pecha Kucha this Feb 2nd at Metro Cinema at The Garneau. See Pecha Kucha Edmonton and invite people... Check out our new classes Dance Saturday! Shake, Rattle & Flow with Kelsie and Lindsey from 3 – 4:30 pm, Saturdays. Yin Yoga accompanied by Didgeridoo with Chantele on Monday, 7:30 – 9:00 pm. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter for news, updates and specials! UPCOMING WORKSHOPS
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