7 Ways to Practice Non Engagement
by Liz Jansen As a rider, you know there’s no point engaging in a confrontation with another vehicle on the road. You’re going to lose. The same is true in life. Allow your self to engage in another’s drama or …
7 Ways to Practice Non Attachment
by Liz Jansen To practice non attachment is to let go of the labels you’ve attached to yourself. It’s about remaining grounded and centered, working from that place of power that is you, rather than the roles you’ve bought into. …
The Fifth and Almost Forgotten Grace
by Liz Jansen Last week’s post on The Four Graces barely hit the cyberwaves when I was reminded that there was a fifth forgotten grace. No make matters even worse, this grace chronologically preceded the others: the grace of the …
7 Ways to Practice Non Judgement
by Liz Jansen All of us want to change the world for the better. The most effective way to do this is to change the perception of how we perceive problems. By looking at challenges differently, we can turn them …
The Four Graces
by Liz Jansen What do a horse, a carpenter and adventure rider from Colorado, my landlady, and a can of coconut milk have in common? Have you ever felt that you’re missing something obvious that’s right in front of you? …
Riders Doing Good for Others
by Liz Jansen It’s hard to find a better pairing than motorcyclists and charitable acts. Both play significant roles in my life, but on the bottom line, the most important thing for me is leaving wherever I am in time …
10 Ideas for Motorcycle Stocking Stuffers
by Liz Jansen Looking for some motorcycle stocking stuffers that are sure to be appreciated? Look no further than this list of #moto gifts for the special rider in your life. These thoughtful gifts will please any rider, regardless of their …
16 Ways to Pay it Forward to Moto Authors
After a weekend of feasting and shopping, today is a day to pay it forward and spread goodwill. Credit for the idea described here goes to Jeremy Kroeker, who raised it on a FaceBook post, last week. It’s a perfect way …
Road Report | Three Months into the Detour
by Liz Jansen It’s now been three months since I turned onto the detour. While it wasn’t the experience I anticipated or foresaw when I left Ontario, it’s been an adventure just the same. Here’s a progress report. Recovery It’s …
Giving Tuesday | A New Reason to Celebrate
Yesterday I was researching stories, looking for a new spin to put on Thanksgiving Day and coming up empty. I can make a list of creative ways to celebrate the day or things I’m grateful for, but it feels lackluster, …