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Eliminate Negitive Influences

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 A little over a month ago I was in a “rut”! I felt like I was going through a low level of despair and was experiencing some sadness and anxiety issues that only got worse the more I thought about it. I was finding it hard to get motivated in the morning and felt a lack of energy as well. Well I’m not one to accept mediocrity and feeling down is something I know we all experience at different times in our lives. So I had to look the cause face on before I could get to the root of the effect. I’m a firm believer in having a definite planned routine in life that I can build on through plans of a creative nature. I didn’t have to look to far to see my problem. The problem was me. I was allowing negative influences in my life that I felt compelled to help, but in turn I took on a lot of their issues. Now don’t get me wrong, helping and giving to people that earnestly desire positive change is a great thing. It’s people that are willing that are fun to inspire and watch grow to be better because it makes you feel so good when you see them rise into a more confident and self reliant individual.

 In giving your all to helping the right people, it in turn makes you even that much better and fulfilled. There’s no better feeling. And true long lasting friendships are usually developed through this type of media. I was dissipating loads of my energy in helping people that weren’t ready to make positive change, and in turn I started picking up some bad habits along the way by association. I have nothing but love for everyone in this world. But if your not trying to better yourself in some way on a regular basis through good habits, your sure to be bogged down with the circumstances of life that aren’t conducive to a healthy mind and body.

 So my advice to anyone who is trying to succeed in  the upper brackets of life is to eliminate all negative influences. We can change the world in great ways, but we need to be in a steady flowing positive mind set the majority of the time if we want to make a solid impact on the people around us. So I got back to basics. I looked deep inside myself for the answers and re focused. We always need to do what is best for us. If I’m not in harmony with a definite goal or purpose I’m a lost soul. So I rewrote my plans, I dedicated myself to spending more time with myself reading good books and studying great people. I associate myself with a small group of driving people who I can mastermind future success because we all have the same purpose. It only takes one weak link in the chain to destroy your dreams or plans when your building something that takes coordinated effort. So just chose the people you associate yourself with wisely.

BEST IN SUCCESS- RYAN PHILLIPS

TRAVEl WITH A PURPOSE RYAN PHILLIPS STYLE

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 Experience the world and all the amazing things it has to offer. I’ll be taking the viewer on a ride inside the culture wherever I go, giving an understanding and awareness of the unlimited potential we as human beings have to offer. I become immersed with the people and show the gifts of the human experience on this planet. In all taking the viewer on a wild ride, showing the celebration of life through breathtaking landscapes, wild night life, food and sports. This reality travel experience has everything all wrapped into one, and shows the importance of the gift of giving back, the environment and how we can all make a positive difference in the world. This is a fun educational experience with a comedic twist that everyone is sure to enjoy!

Ryan Phillips

PRO ATHLETES ARE REAL PEOPLE

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 I awoke this morning to see that my favorite hockey player Sidney Crosby was back skating with his respective team the Pittsburgh Penguins. His teammates all taped a “C” on their practice jerseys to honor their respected captain and show support in his attempt to comeback after this setback that has been a major test to his will. It just goes to show that no matter how big of celebrity or how much fame, these people are built from the same stuff we are and are only human. It was a love and desire for the game he loves so much that got Sidney there in the first place. He’s such a class guy off the ice and has shown such poise and determination on wanting to comeback. But his health comes number one. The game sure misses it’s biggest star and I hope he’s back soon.

 Another hot topic is all this talk about Denver Broncos quarterback Tim Tebow and how religious he is. It’s funny how people that have nothing better to talk about have to pick on someone who’s taking his team to great heights through his willingness to be the best he can. So what if he’s Mr. religious. He’s a rarity these days in the NFL where a lot of the league is fuelled by big egos. He’s as real as they come. And the fact he believes that there’s a power greater than what we see in the tangible world, well good on him that he can draw strength from that and get the backing of not only his teammates but the city of Denver.

 At the end of the day it’s all opinions from people and media that are making jokes mostly out of jealousy because he’s winning. I hope Tim and the Broncs win it all, and I’m not even a big football fan. Everyone is entitled to beliefs in religion and whatever else they choose, and this guy is just living his life through integrity playing his heart out.

BEST -RYAN

Train to feel awesome!

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 I’ve touched on it before but I feel so compelled to write about health right now because that’s how I’m feeling healthy! Thank God. When I use the term health I mean it in a sense of overall well being, mind, body and soul. I’ve always incorporated fitness into my active life style, but in no time of in my life have I felt the burning desire to take it to an even greater level. I don’t mean pushing massive weights around the gym like a monkey. But I’m talking about the whole package. Cardio weight workouts mixed with trail runs and swimming, martial arts and cross fit . Steam rooms and saunas and eating habits that are conducive to your whole system. For me it’s not about the physical looks, although that’s an added bonus that comes along with hard fun work. It’s the release of stress that aids in the production of serotonin to then brain which cause neurotransmitters to function on a high level. It also gives you an instant rush of pure adrenalin and happiness when you sweat and feel good about pushing your body.

 Diet is so important! I’m a huge sucker for “grease wheels” pizza! And chocolate bars ect..But I balance it all out with eating as healthy as I can and working out harder when I’ve “cheated” so to speak. So much has been said about the effectiveness of yoga for not only flexibility, but losing weight, quieting the mind, heart health and overall well being. I want everyone to feel good and be health conscious  because it means a longer healthy happy life that’s more enjoyable. It’s never too late. If you work out at a gym or at home or just find time to walk around the block, your body and mind will be thanking you, and the energy you’ll be creating for yourself is something you can’t put a price on. You got one body, love it, respect it and make use of all the benefits you were naturally blessed with.

STAY COOL- Ryan

SPIRITUAL VIEWS

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 It’s amazing how many thousands of religions there are in the world, and how many people who practice a certain religion think that their god is the right god and that if you don’t warship at certain time it’s a sin. I consider myself “spiritual”. When asked what spirituality is I often equate it to when you just know that there’s something BIGGER than us that makes the world go around. I don’t judge any religions in the world, nor do I judge anyone at all anymore. I believe that everyone is inner connected in some sense. We who have this amazing blessing to be on this leading edge platform of the universe in most cases due to our cultural upbringing are induced to believe in some form of god or spirit. I’ve studied a few religions in an attempt to find out their source. But in most cases it’s always the same. The majority of gods point out quite clearly that we all have god powers inside of us. It’s just a matter of bringing the interior forces from within to the surface and allowing the flow of our natural pure positive energy.

 In retrospect if you want to get down and dirty into being spiritual. It’s about feeling that theirs that magnetic energy power that like attracts like. Good attracts good, karma is real and our thoughts are a physical thrust in the universe ect…Everything manifested in the seen world was created in an idea. And where did that Idea come from? Inspiration in my mind comes from intangible thought forces that we allow to flow when we have an open mind and  have an open heart on all subjects and cultures. It doesn’t take a rocket scientist to look around at all the magnificent wonders we have created as a race. And when we as a world race mastermind together the power behind creation is beyond words. When I get those rushes of inspiration or goose bumps on my skin, I feel as if there’s a sixth sense or guide that’s working behind the scenes. When you can focus on something so hard that it manifests itself into reality is that not proof there’s something bigger than what we see in the physical.

 So being spiritual can mean many things to many people, we live in a golden age of unlimited possibilities where anything is possible. I do know one thing for certain..most of us can feel good energy when it’s around and it’s presence makes us feel amazing. We all have the choice to spread good energy, and that all starts with our thoughts and our feelings. This changing world may have it’s issues but it’s beauty is all I choose to look at these days. I seldom read the front of newspaper or listen to news or radio unless it’s positive. If we make a concerted effort to focus on the good, it’s good for not only your soul but for whoever is around us.

MUCH LOVE RYAN

FREEDOM

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 Today I woke up and thought about what I wanted to write. Nothing came to mind immediately. I didn’t jump out of bed until I pondered some thoughts that filled my mind. Just to be alive and grateful for all of life’s blessings came to the surface. I started to reflect on the past 12 years of my life and I shook my head in disbelief. I thought about where I was in mid 2000 up until the beginning of 2002 and emotion started to take over my entire body. I lost my freedom for close to 16 months in the United States for conspiracy to distribute marijuana. For over 500 days I didn’t see the light of day. It was a maximum facility prison that was run in a very military fashion. From where I came from to where I found myself it was a humbling situation to say the least. It was going to be the biggest test of my life up to that point. I knew that making the choice to put myself in that position was my doing. It happened for a reason, and after only a few days in that place when the initial shock set in, I realized how precious our freedom as human beings on this beautiful planet is.

 I know now that it was a blessing that it happened as it opened my eyes to all kinds of different people that were in there for all kinds of other crimes. I was in there with all walks of life. I would stare out the window of my cell for countless hours and watch airplanes come and go from a near bye airport wondering where they were going in envy. The time eventually passed and  upon my release I learned many valuable lessons on how precious life is. I learned a lot about respecting others and patience as well. Because if you didn’t get along with the people in there it could turn ugly real fast.

 Upon my release I was very institutionalized and culture shocked. I didn’t know what to do with myself. I was lost and confused. And after 16 months with no toxins in my body, no sun, and no love..I didn’t exactly become a good boy right away. I held all my emotions in and hid behind strong emotions and fear. I very seldom talk about this to anyone, but this morning I just felt compelled to write a bit about my experience. In there the smallest things like getting a fresh apple was a  big deal! I finally woke up years later and realized that I had to make a change. I realize now that everyday, no matter what “issues” arise in my life are very insignificant compare to the lonely days I spent in prison. It took me sometime to actually find myself. But as I write this I realize that it’s been exactly 10 years since my release.

 Every moment is special to me now. I look at everything in a different way. I really believe that there’s no time to waste. But what it’s made me realize, is that whatever has happened in ones life, no matter how bad the situation, if we accept it as a lesson and look at what good we can take out of the situation it’s only as big as we make it. Just having our freedom in this world is a beautiful thing. I know I not only hurt myself, but a lot of others along the way. It drives me now to be honest in everything I do and treat everyone I see with love and respect as for years I got blinded by the environment I put myself in.

Take time to see all the beauty around us…Ryan

INTROSPECTION-Bad Ecstacsy

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 I was deeply saddened this morning when I woke up to hear that another young girl had passed away from the the designer drug ecstasy last night. First my heart goes out to all her loved ones.  That’s two in Vancouver in the past week. Obviously a bad batch of the drug is on the streets.It also made me reflect on my past extreme party ways when I used to use the drug and on many occasions lost count on how many I would ingest on a drug and alcohol induced bender. Now don’t get me wrong I love a good time just as much as the next person, but for myself  there was something inside of me that was screaming in my ears to stop. I was going to either die or be messed up for years. I’ve seen it all when it comes to overindulgence. I’ve witnessed families and relationships get ripped to shreds over addiction. I had people in my life that lost it all, and a few people that are no longer on this planet because of poor choices when they weren’t in the right state of mind. I’m not preaching the gospel here to anyone and telling them how to live, I’m just saying if your going to use, make sure you know what your putting in your body and that there’s consequences to doing some of these chemicals.

 I’s a miracle that I’m still alive, and that’s why I’m writing this blog. It’s because I sincerely care about the well being of the people in the world. Most of us don’t know where these chemicals are being made these days. And nobody ever thinks it could happen to them. It’s the families that suffer when a tragedy like this happens. Just be aware is all I’m saying, because it’s all about making a choice. I remember going out to after-hour clubs in my twenties and losing my mind to the point where I was in no condition to make any rational choices for myself or anyone else for that matter. Remember there’s only one you! You have only one brain and it’s the most important piece of machinery we possess…You matter BIG TIME! This world is so amazing and all of us are entitled to a long and prosperous life full of love and happiness.

MUCH LOVE-Ryan Phillips

 

AGE IS ONLY A NUMBER

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 So doesn’t it just make sense to get going with the ever changing expanding flow of the universe? I know if I get caught up in my thoughts for too long or don’t do something active I really start to lose it!  It’s been proven that we can actually reverse the aging process through exercise, proper diet and a positive mental attitude. Stress is a killer, just think how your body feels when your all stressed out and angry. It constricts blood flow to your heart and brain and pinches off the natural energy that gives you vitality and life force. A suggestion that has made me feel and look younger is to inject the attitude of a child when you are doing certain activities. Your body is meant to be enjoyed, you have one so make it your temple and feel your way back to the well being you so rightly deserve. 

Cause and Effect

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 Everything on the earth plane is first conceived in a thought which is the cause of the action in the individual making a choice. Our choices always determines our fate. Weather the choice we made in the moment was a good one or not in our mind, all choices have consequences. That’s why it’s so very important that before we put action behind our motive, that we really think about if the choice we make is going to benefit ourself and the people around us. Pretty simple? Well if you look back all through history at people who have achieved noteworthy success and in any chosen calling, they always possessed the keen awareness of making good choices. 

MORE THAN JUST BILLETS “KEN AND MARY”

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 As I write this post I am flooded with emotions! Yesterday I was reminiscing about some of my old hockey days in Tacoma Washington and some of the amazing people there that made my stay there special. I was 17 and for all that knew me a little “all over the map” was an understatement. It was a tough time for me to be away from home as I had to deal with some injuries that really set me back. But life kept going and I’ll never forget some of the guys on the team that made every turn of the wheel in life as a junior hockey player interesting and fun. We had a great fan base there in Tacoma, and all the guys on the team were blessed to have a lot of the people in the community supporting them in all aspects of life and make them feel at home.
 Yesterday I was curious about one of my friends that used to hang around the team, her name was Shana. Shana was a great girl and we always shared lots of laughs and memories. I tried adding her to Facebook yesterday because my mind was on the old days. I figured she was probably married but I gave it a shot. Her name didn’t come up. This morning I woke up early and had a friend request on my phone for Facebook and low and behold it was Shana. Talk about the law of attraction working at it’s best. I had goosebumps all over my body and accepted right away and told her my story! Craazzzzy!!!. Shana had an aunt and Uncle that were a host family for players on the team, knowing as billets. That’s where young men that were away from home would live and call it home. I was very blessed to live with her aunt Mary and uncle Ken for half a season before being trading to the Regina Pats. 
 Mary and ken were two of the most authentic caring people I ever met, and loved and treated me just like a son. Mary was famous for her cooking and would make me a special pie everyday to just make me feel loved and at home. And of course her Italian spaghetti was awesome as well, as her background was from Italy. Some people that come into your life, although it might not be for long as in this case , had such a profound impact on my life. Especially looking back on it now to where I was at that stage, a mixed up kid with more issues than you could shake a stick at. Just trying to fit in was hard at times with the ups and down of a WHL season. Especially playing on a team with 22 guys full of testosterone. But Mary and Ken were so special, even though I lasted in their home for only a short time we stayed in touch for close to 7 years after, until I got caught up in some things in life I’ve since put behind me. If any of the old boys from the Rocket Teams of the early days read this, they will always remember Mary and Ken because they were the ultimate hosts. 
 They loved having as many of the boys over any time for food and parties that often went on long past our curfew. Their door was open always , and they were some of the best supporting fans as well. My heart was saddened this morning to get the news that Mary passed away on December 30th. And of course it hit me with shock and brought me back into her kitchen when she would make my favourite pies and pre game meals, give me big hugs and always tell me how much she loved me. The world lost an amazing person who’s life stood for something. She was all about family and if there was a book on how to be a mother and Grandmother she could easily have been the author. My heart goes out to Ken and the family and I send my deepest condolences and love to the family. And I’m sure I speak for all the players that spent time in Mary and Kens house as well, They were more than just billets. 
 Sincerely Yours Ryan Phillips