Follow your heart (68 days to go)
I’ve just been watching a music dvd of Donavon Frankenreiter, the Abbey Road sessions. I don’t know what it is but it really connects with me. I picked up the dvd for $1 when I was in Australia on my honeymoon back in May 2008. It was at one of those book, cd & dvd fairs and there were a few bargains to be had. I bought it more out of curiosity than anything else. Once we got back to our apartment I put it on and was amazed at how great it was.
To be honest, I thought it would be pretty crap for $1. Another lesson - don’t judge a book (or dvd) by it’s price! It was really great and I originally thought it was just because I was on holiday that I enjoyed it so much….that was until I put it on a couple of times when I was back in NZ.
This guys really impresses me - he’s grounded and seems to have his priorities setup:
“From his genuine nature, to his big heart, to his all-around charisma, once you connect with his vibe you realize that he is truly unique. Donavon lives an incredible life, one that he never takes for granted. His vocations and drive have enabled him to live the one person’s fantasy, as a reality.
First and foremost, you have Donavon the husband to his wife Petra and father to his sons Hendrix and Ozzy. Their love and presence are the driving force in his life, as can be seen by the beautiful tattoo of the three on his forearm. Next you have Donavon the pro-surfer, who has and continues to travel the world extensively surfing in some of the most popular and also most remote places on the globe. As a matter of fact, both Donavon’s surfboard and guitar case have seen more places than most humans ever will. And of course, you have Donavon Frankenreiter the musician, who is about to release his third, and probably most important album to date titled Pass It Around (Lost Highway). ” - Donavonf.com Bio
He spend his life surfing, and travelling the world playing his music, with his wife and kids. Some would say that music is his passion, however I believe that his family are his passion. I’m willing to bet that he would give up playing concerts all around the world in just an instant if his family asked him to.
One of life’s biggest challenges is to find our purpose, the reason we are here on this earth. I think you know when you’ve found your purpose, because it consumes your life. It changes your life and everything seems to fall into place. I’m not saying that you won’t come up against challenges, rather that you know the challenges are there for a reason 
So perhaps the time has come….for you to follow your heart. Are you inspired every morning when you wake up? Are you surrounded with like-minded people, people who you love and care for and those who feel the same about you? Is everyday a blessing or a chore?
Maybe you’re not doing what you should be. So why not explore some different options:
- Tired of your job? Ask your boss for a promotion, or quit your job! Yes it may be scary, but it will also probably be one of the most exciting things you will ever do!
- Sell your car, pack your stuff and book a one-way ticket to Timbuktu (or London for those who are less adventurous)
- Do you have a skill that can earn you a living? Why not start your own business? There’s tons of resources to help people who decide to work for themselves. Find a business mentor and get started!
- Why not try to volunteer somewhere? I’m sure if you look, you’ll find dozens of opportunities to volunteer in your local community. You may be surprised at how rewarding it can be.
What ever you decide - make sure that you do what makes you happy. A friend of mine recently sent me this definition - I hope it helps you.
“I have recently concluded that the secret to being happy in life is limiting the gap between where you are at and where you think you should be.”
All the best and have a FANTASTIC week!
Ryan Kilfoil - The Kiwi Millionaire
