Introduction
Good morning, good afternoon, wherever you are in the world. This is Chris reaching out with a topic that’s close to my heart. Down here in Bondi, where the waves crash and the cliffs stand tall, it’s easy to get swept up in beauty. But here’s the thing: inspiration isn’t a fleeting moment captured on a perfect wave or during a sunset jog. Instead, it’s a full-time gig capable of transforming your life. Today, I want to uncover how you can live in this inspired zone and steer clear of what I call “mass consciousness”—that default state where many of us drift.
The Inspiration Principle
What sets inspired lives apart from the average grind? It’s simple yet profound: Inspired people care deeply about how they feel, not just chasing highs or dodging lows, but seeking experiences that light them up. Picture surfers at Bondi, not just seeking waves for fitness, but for the moment when they’re truly in the zone. This spark, this energy, fuels the atmosphere here, but many lose it chasing inspiration too hard, leading to burnout or despair. Our discussion today is about mental health, suicide prevention, and yes, having a bloody good time—all wrapped into one.
Be, Do, Have: The Secret Formula
Most people get this process backward. They think, “I want to have a surfboard, a nice flat, and a fat bank account. So, I’ll do the work and then I’ll be inspired.” That’s a trap. That’s chasing a rainbow and running yourself ragged. This is the have, do, be sequence, and it’s upside down. Instead, we flip it to “Be, Do, Have.”
Start with Being
Inspired, powerful, loving—choose who you want to be even before doing a single task. Whether you’re vacuuming, cooking, or even sitting on the loo, decide to be inspired. This is the game changer: don’t wait for external validation or perfect conditions to feel alive. You bring that energy to everything you do. Be first, then do.
Make It Stick: Practical Steps
Balance Your Mind: Emotions are an imbalance of thought. See them not as good or bad, but as a balance. Create four columns—positive of negative, negative of positive—and jot down your thoughts. This is your emotional shower, to keep you steady and inspired.
Master Your Health: Pain distracts us, but you can train your body to support your mind. Tolerate discomfort, so a niggle doesn’t hijack your thoughts.
Create Supportive Environments: Your surroundings affect who you are. Curate your space to match what you want to embody.
Prioritize What Matters: Low priorities invite chaos, while high priorities build self-worth. Write down your values and stick to them.
Clarify Your Vision: Know your end game. Purpose fuels you—always keep your intent clear.
Self-Talk Is Key: Motivate yourself with encouragement from within. Let your heart, not your head, lead you.
Bringing it Together
Be, do, have is about reclaiming your power. Don’t beg others for your happiness. You hold your happiness—don’t give it away. I learned this at high altitudes, realizing even the world’s very best view wouldn’t inspire me unless I brought inspiration to it.
The formula to a rich, inspired life is simple: balance your mind, toughen your body, shape your space, lock in your priorities, clarify your vision, master your self-talk, and reclaim your power. Bring this new energy to your life and watch the magic unfold.
This is Chris, signing off from Bondi Beach. Go be something brilliant today!
Conclusion
Figure out your core, your “one B.” Live it, breathe it, and watch the wonders happen in your life. I promise.