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Tom Basson
http://www.tombasson.wordpress.com/
On productivity, Christianity, and other weird stuff.
LATEST ARTICLES ( 100 )
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World Class Fitness in 100 Words
This is taken from the Crossfit guys, but it makes perfect sense, especially for me, coming from a gymnastics background… Eat meat and vegetables, nuts and... Read more
Posted on 27 August 2012 LIFE COACH -
That Incredible Christian…
At the heart of the Christian faith lies a divine paradox.Simply observe the true Christian as he puts into practice the teachings of Jesus. Read more
Posted on 23 August 2012 SPIRITUALITY -
The Fable of the Porcupines
It was the coldest winter ever. Many animals died because of the cold. The porcupines, realizing the situation, decided to group together to keep warm. Read more
Posted on 20 August 2012 LIFE COACH, SPIRITUALITY, TECH -
Know Your Brain, Transform Your Performance Part 2
On Monday I reviewed the game-changing book “Your Brain at Work” – by David Rock. The techniques offered in this book are solidly grounded in research, but... Read more
Posted on 16 August 2012 LIFE COACH -
Know Your Brain, Transform Your Performance
I have recently finished reading “Your Brain at Work” by Dr David Rock, and I can honestly say that, out of all the leadership books I have read, it is has had... Read more
Posted on 13 August 2012 LIFE COACH, SPIRITUALITY, TECH -
What Makes You Come Alive?
In last week’s post I mentioned the idea of writing down a list of things that “make you come alive” – in other words, things that refresh you, inspire you,... Read more
Posted on 06 August 2012 LIFE COACH, LIFESTYLE, SPIRITUALITY -
16 More Tips to Simplify Your Life
“Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication.” - Leonardo da Vinci A simple life means eliminating all but the essential, abandoning chaos for peace, and... Read more
Posted on 30 July 2012 LIFE COACH, LIFESTYLE, SPIRITUALITY -
The Facebook Eye
Emile Zola famously stated back in 1901, “In my view, you cannot claim to have really seen something until you have photographed it.” Today, some make a... Read more
Posted on 26 July 2012 SOCIAL MEDIA, SPIRITUALITY, TECH -
8 Reasons Why Skiing in Africa Rocks!
Skiing in Africa?? You’re kidding right? Nope. Last Thursday myself and a bunch of mates left Durban at 2:30am and drove into the Maluti Mountains of Lesotho fo... Read more
Posted on 23 July 2012 DESTINATIONS, LIFESTYLE, OUTDOORS, SNOW, TRAVEL -
How To Write A Best Man’s Speech
According to most studies, people’s number one fear is public speaking. So I totally understand why, if you’re the best man at a wedding, you’re even more... Read more
Posted on 09 July 2012 LIFE COACH, LIFESTYLE, WEDDING -
Why I Like Watching Idols (and Other Confessions)
I have to be totally honest with you. I love watching Idols. But here’s the catch: I only watch the first-round auditions.Why? Read more
Posted on 02 July 2012 LIFESTYLE -
Watching & Waiting
There is nothing quite like the feeling of surfing. The surge of adrenaline as the ocean heaves you forward, the thrill of rushing water beneath your feet, the... Read more
Posted on 25 June 2012 SPORTS -
4 More Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Do Kettlebells
Old SchoolLast year I wrote an article entitled 4 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Do Kettlebells that received a lot of attention. At the time, I had only been... Read more
Posted on 18 June 2012 LIFESTYLE -
Errands Or Adventures?
What an incredible quote from Jon Acuff!Do I need to say any more?You were created to do more than run errands. Read more
Posted on 13 June 2012 LIFESTYLE -
Might As Well Face It, You’re Addicted To Law
I found this article by Tullian Tchividjian that is so profound, I had to repost it on my blog.I’ll never forget hearing Dr. Doug Kelly (one of my theology... Read more
Posted on 11 June 2012 LIFESTYLE -
The iPhone Portal
In a 2007 interview, the philosopher Albert Borgmann makes the case that television is of moral importance. Borgmann says: “When I teach my ethics course I... Read more
Posted on 06 June 2012 GADGETS, TECH -
Choosing Between Making Money and Doing What You Love
I read an article recently in the Harvard Business Review that posed the question:“If you’re really passionate about what you do, but it’s not going to make... Read more
Posted on 28 May 2012 BUSINESS -
4 Things You Can Never Recover
1. The Stone After the ThrowOh, how much easier it is to see the faults in others than it is to see our own faults! How quick we are to attack someone else or t... Read more
Posted on 21 May 2012 SPIRITUALITY -
Are Search Engines Ruining Our Lives?
This is a guest post by Maurilio Amorim that I found quite interesting food for thought…Google and search engines are ruining our lives. I’m convinced of it. Read more
Posted on 14 May 2012 TECH -
3 Ways to Seize the Day!
I recently had the incredible privilege of conducting the wedding of one of my best friends. And as we stood there under a magnificent tree, I wanted to make... Read more
Posted on 08 May 2012 LIFE COACH