A big turning point in my Pursuit of Passion trip, and ultimately what started my shift in thinking that resulted in some amazing transformations, was my experience in Austin, Tx.  While Austin is an amazing city it wasn’t the live music, the beer, or the city that impacted me the most.  It was the time I spent with a special soul with one of the most GIVING hearts I have ever met. The Love, Energy, Positivity, and willingness to GIVE had such a tremendous impact on my trip and my life.

Previous Blog Posts from my time in Austin: 

• “Hey Man What’s Up:” Blog Post from March 8th
• “Austin My Kind of Town.” Blog Post from March 14th

On Thursday and Friday I had an opportunity to return the favor and GIVE back to Shane.  I originally thought I was the one GIVING, as I picked Shane up from the airport, provided him a place to stay for the night, picked his brother up from the airport the next day, and drove them up to North Phoenix to surprise their mom and dad.  Once again, Shane proved that he was the one that GAVE me something last night.  I had the pleasure of witnessing one of the most beautiful families that I have ever met.  You could just feel their love for one another and for those around them.  Once again Shane GAVE me something that was unexpected and worth more than anything money could buy.

It is amazing how by GIVING the Universe/God returns the favor.  If I would not have opened up my heart to GIVE, I would not have received the gifts that were to follow.

 “Only by giving are you able to receive more than you already have.” — Jim Rohn

Here is a very touching video of Shane and his brother Logan surprising their mother at Happy Hour.

Read more about the 30 day challenge: “What is my 30 day challenge.” 

30 Character Traits (in no particular order): 

1. Fearlessness
2. Compassion
3. Courage
4. Love
5. Forgiveness
6. Giving
7. Unselfishness
8. Kindness
9. Trusting
10. Appreciation
11. Self- discipline
12. Perseverance
13. Ambitious
14. Grateful
15. Creative
16. Intellectual
17. Generous
18. Cultured
19. Optimistic
20. Romantic
21. Sociable
22. Humble
23. Adventurous
24. Hopeful
25. Confident
26. Positive
27. Loyal
28. Honest / Transparent
29. Open minded
30. Dependable