NWV Brief 7: Lessons from the Mayan Jungle

Dear Founder,?

I'm writing after returning from a five-day yoga and meditation retreat in the Mayan Jungle with nine other founders.?

This week I’d like to share some takeaways from the experience.?

1. The more I avoid sitting still, the more prudent it is that I take the time to do it.?
2. Good sleep, waking and watching the sunrise, yoga, good food, connection with genuine people, and meditation are superpowers.?
3. I'm not alone.?
4. Take things one step at a time. Stop worrying about things that haven't happened yet.?
5. Connection with ourselves, nature, and others is everything.?
6. Never let fear prevent me from adventuring and exploring. It's always worth taking the time for.?
7. Humility and pride are exponentially more impactful when practiced together.
8. Focusing on what's right in front of me leads to gratitude. Focusing on what's not leads to anxiety.?
9. People want to help, accept it.?
10. Enjoy where I'm at. It's happening now, and I won't get these moments back. I can enjoy the future when it gets here.?

The experience has left me filled with deep gratitude and appreciation. If you haven't had an opportunity to hit the reset button lately, I encourage you to find time to do so.?

With vision, purpose, and appreciation,?

Brooke?