Which activities make you lose track of time?
Ahh, being in the flow! As a very young musician who was driven to improvisation and jamming, I experienced what was later revealed to be the flow. When I’m in the flow, time doesn’t exist, seconds, minutes, and even hours can roll by without any notice. Needless to say, I love it, thrive in it, and feel blessed to be able to indulge in it.
What bothers you and why?
I’m bothered when I see or hear things blown out of proportion, as if the news isn’t worthy on its own; the story isn’t interesting enough on its own; the problem isn’t significant on its own. I’d prefer to have just the facts, and then to formulate my own reaction and/or opinion.
List 10 things you know to be absolutely certain.
1. Love is trusting
2. Love always upholds
3. Love is loyal
4. Love is supportive
5. Love always prevails
6. Love is hopeful
7. Love is understanding
8. Love is generous
9. Love is always by my side
10. Love is splendiferous
Are you seeking security or adventure?
I’m seeking my truth, who I truly am, my purpose in this life. It could be a quiet place of security or a vibrantly exciting adventure. My guess is that it’s probably a combination of both. Either way, I don’t want a hardened heart, I don’t want to be an obstacle to my search. I just want to get out of my own way and realize the journey.
If you could host a dinner and anyone you invite was sure to come, who would you invite?
I’ve wrestled with this question before, and though I have a monumental group of four on my own personal Mt. Rushmore, I’d have to invite Jesus. My mission statement (since that’s a popular thing these days) is just Jesus! That being the case, how could I even conceive of dining with anyone else. Now if the table sat more than one guest, then my Mt Rushmore figures would certainly be the invitees.
What do you think gets better with age?
Well if you’re not answering yourself, you’re not doing life right. We are on the journey of a lifetime, and it’s one that should be creating a better version of us each day. Just think how this world could be, if each and everyone of us worked on being a better version of ourselves each and everyday.
What time do you go to bed and wake up currently?
I count myself as a fortunate person in that I get to go to bed, and get up, whenever the urge hits. Really! I don’t make or take early appointments or meetings and because of that I have the freedom to sleep as warranted. It’s a glorious freedom that I don’t take lightly.
What strategies do you use to increase comfort in your daily life?
Those that know me well, know that I’m an avid Bible reader. I’m a much more pleasant Mann to be around after I’ve visited some scripture in the morning. It’s the one that I can always count on to bring me peace in this challenging world.
What are you most excited about for the future?
Well if I’m honest, I’m constantly trying to remember that the future is now. In a word, I’m trying to be ever mindful of each and every moment of each and every day.
One day is as a thousand years
And a thousand years as one day
Slowness is a measure we wait
Grace is a measure we pray
~ E.M.
What could you let go of, for the sake of harmony?
A while back I made the decision to abandon the iconic news organizations. I still wanted to keep abreast of what was going on in the world, but I didn’t want to be told how to digest it. It has been one of the most satisfying experiences of my life, and you wouldn’t believe (well maybe you would) how much calmer, and at peace I am.
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