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What does 20 bucks and a shoebox have to do with happiness?
Canadians spend nearly $1800 every Christmas Holiday season. With that in mind, got to wonder why people forget about paying it forward.
http://www.daimanuel.com/2016/11/18/what-does-20-bucks-and-a-shoebox-have-to-do-with-happiness
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5 Steps to take Family Fitness from Good to Great
The journey from good to great is a marathon and never a sprint. Here's how you can keep your family healthy while traveling this summer. #tryalittlegoodness
http://www.daimanuel.com/2016/08/02/5-steps-to-take-family-fitness-from-good-to-great
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Treatment of addictions doesn’t work but lifestyle changes do
Treatment of addictions isn’t working… there I said it! Alcoholism and drug addiction are not diseases and if you think they are, you are in for a surprise.
http://www.daimanuel.com/2016/07/27/treatment-of-addictions-doesnt-work-but-lifestyle-changes-do
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Perspiration Inspiration: Life is Tough, but You’re Tougher
The funny thing about Spina Bifida is that it’s pretty much a lottery system. Not a lottery you’re necessarily clamoring to win...
http://www.daimanuel.com/2016/07/09/perspiration-inspiration-life-is-tough-but-youre-tougher
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40 of the Most Inspiring "Alchemist" Quotes by Paulo Coelho
The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho is a story that every person must read and experience at least once in their lifetime. Here's 40 of the best quotes to live by...
http://www.daimanuel.com/2016/05/09/40-of-the-greatest-and-most-inspiring-alchemist-quotes-by-paulo-coelho
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Addiction is not a disease, it’s a choice, right?
“Hi, my name is Dai and I’m an addict.” This statement never resonated with me. The label of 'addict' seemed wrong.
http://www.daimanuel.com/2016/07/07/addiction-is-not-a-disease-its-a-choice-right
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Canadian Pole Vaulter Clears The Bar For Equality
“It’s a very unique feeling – flying through the air.” That’s how Leanna Carriere describes her favorite athletic event, pole vault. But it hasn't been easy for her...
http://www.daimanuel.com/2015/07/31/perspiration-inspiration-canadian-pole-vaulter-clears-the-bar-for-equality
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8 Awesomely Motivating Videos to get Your Day Started
After 20 years in the fitness industry, I've had my fair share of people sharing with me that they 'lack motivation'. Here's 8 videos to deal with that...
http://www.daimanuel.com/2016/04/04/8-awesomely-inspiring-and-motivating-videos-to-get-your-day-started
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After the CrossFit Open: The Downs and Ups of Competing
The CrossFit Open is a challenge. It’s something we train for, focus on, re-arrange our lives for and can come out the other side having overcome some of our previous limits.
http://www.daimanuel.com/2015/03/30/after-the-crossfit-open-the-downs-and-ups-of-competing
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Perspiration Inspiration: Adaptive Skier Makes A Splash
When Rob Gosse’s motorcycle collided with a semi, he wasn’t thinking about sports. He was thinking about his kids. Rob's journey of self-discover is inspiring..
http://www.daimanuel.com/2015/07/12/perspiration-inspiration-adaptive-skier-rob-gosse-makes-a-splash
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How NOT to Lose Self Doubt as an Athlete by Jen Rulon
Come on Rulon… you are stronger than that! Really? A painful tweak in your back is going to stop your dream? Let’s think again.
http://www.daimanuel.com/2014/10/28/how-not-to-lose-self-doubt-as-an-athlete-by-jen-rulon
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The single greatest piece of Life Advice I've been given is...
I asked a few people the following question: "Can you recall the single greatest piece of #LifeAdvice you've ever been given?" Here's what they had to say...
http://www.daimanuel.com/2014/12/08/the-single-greatest-piece-of-life-advice-ive-been-given-is
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The 4 Letter 'C-word' that no one should ever use
The 4-letter 'C' word has no place in our home for a number of reasons. Here's a short video of why one woman erased it from her vocabulary and why you should too.
http://www.daimanuel.com/2014/08/30/the-4-letter-c-word-that-no-one-should-ever-use
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Monday Motivator: What does 'healthy' look like?
Much of what is seen in media today begs the question, what does 'healthy' look like. Like many others, I have spent my entire adult life battling with eating...
http://www.daimanuel.com/2014/07/21/monday-motivator-what-does-healthy-look-like
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Chris Stoutenburg: A wheel life story
When fate intervened on June 18th 1997, Chris "Stouty" Stoutenburg's life could have gone one of two directions... the path he chose would inspire us all...
http://www.daimanuel.com/2014/06/27/chris-stoutenburg-a-wheel-life-story
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The 7 Most Inspiring Health and Fitness TED Talks
The following are, in my opinion, The 7 Most Inspiring Health, Fitness and Well-being TED Talks. Today, with the help of the internet, it's easy to simply sit...
http://www.daimanuel.com/2014/06/23/the-7-most-inspiring-health-and-fitness-ted-talks
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The best 59 minute investment you can make in your life, NOW
Over the years I've posted several times on inspiring books I've read, motivational videos I've watched, and great people I've met. One thing remains constant
http://www.daimanuel.com/2014/03/28/the-best-59-minute-investment-you-can-make-in-your-life-now
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5 Rules That Changed My Outlook On Fitness Forever
If I reflect back on my journey of transformation thus far, I can boil it down to five rules that I live by which I will share with you now. Rule #1...
http://www.daimanuel.com/2014/01/28/5-rules-that-changed-my-outlook-on-fitness-forever
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Eat Less. Move More. Repeat often. That's the answer
Be your passions! Live your dreams! Be influential and impress positive changes in the world! Join the 31 Day challenge and empower yourself and others to take it too
http://www.daimanuel.com/2014/01/18/be-your-passions-live-your-dreams-be-influential-and-impress-positive-change-in-the-world
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5 TEDx Videos sure to inspire, motivate and supercharge your day
5 TEDx Videos sure to inspire, motivate and supercharge your day! Learn from Steve Jobs, Simon Sinek, Dan Gilbert, Richard St. John and Louie Schwartzberg...
http://www.daimanuel.com/2013/12/29/5-tedx-videos-sure-to-inspire-motivate-and-supercharge-your-day
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20 Things we should say more often (starting NOW!)
Wisdom comes from many different places in life with the biggest impact being achieved through a slight shift in perspective. Try looking at the world from a child's point of view.
http://www.daimanuel.com/2013/12/21/20-things-we-should-say-more-often-starting-now
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Is altruism dead within the "Me-too" generation?
Is altruism dead? Do people just NOT care? Both questions I ask at times when flipping through the daily news. I believe altruism is alive and well...
http://www.daimanuel.com/2013/10/01/is-altruism-dead-within-the-me-too-generation-i-dont-think-so
