Are you prepared?

This sign can mean several things in different situations:

One, make sure you’re well prepared for a hike, make sure someone knows where you’re at! And please don’t feed the bears.

Two, don’t go up mountains in the middle of the night with random people. The view at Cypress Mountain is pretty dope, but I hope you make it back down in one piece. Just kidding, not kidding. Think safety!

Three, now safety aside, lets talk about some risk taking. May not be a risk to all, but it can be for some. If you were to disappear today, would anyone notice? Do you have any regrets? How much of an impact do you have with your family and friends? Or even strangers on the street. Or have you been too busy in your own head, worrying about tomorrow, next week, next month, or even next year. Working hard is one thing, but working too hard with disregards to the people around you is another. Instead of being so wrapped up in yourself, you should also take the time to remind those people that you care and love them very much. A phone call, a text, or a genuine smile, small gestures everyday makes a big difference. They’ll notice, I promise. For some of us our pride takes over, but sometimes you have to choose to do whats best for you by putting aside that ego and be honest with how you feel. There are no guarantees for where you’ll be tomorrow, but you can make today the best. Live in the moment and good things — better things, will eventually come…because you deserve it.

Put your heart, mind, and soul into even your smallest acts. This is the secret of success.