The Urban Surfer

About Independence Day "A moment comes, which comes but rarely in history, when we step out from the old to the new…India discovers herself again." - J.L.Nehru On the eve of India’s independence, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru famous speech “Tryst with Destiny” marked the beginning of a free India with words symbolizing hope and triumph. India got its independence from the clutches of British rule on 15th August 1947. It was this day when India’s tricolor flag was unfolded by Pandit Nehru on the barricades of the Red Fort at Delhi. Each and every patriotic soul watched with excitement and paid tribute to thousands of martyrs who sacrificed their lives for India’s freedom. The Independence Day of India is a moment of delight and grandeur but to achieve it the nation had to put up a long battle for over two centuries against the British Empire. At last on 3rd June 1947, the last British Viceroy of India, Lord Mountbatten of Burma, declared the separation of the British Empire in India...

Who doesn’t want a sparkling smile? It’s no secret that good teeth can help enhance your appearance and boost your overall self-confidence. And for the most part, people define “good teeth” as bright, white, and stain-free. Did you know that teeth whitening is the number one most requested cosmetic procedure in the United States?1 And it doesn’t show any sign of slowing down. People have been able to take advantage of professional whitening services from their dentists for over 50 years now. And today, you can find whitening strips, gels, trays, and lights anywhere from your dentist’s office to your local grocery store. They’re quick, easy to use, and can be very effective at removing unsightly stains. Perfect, right? Not really. Most of these products contain some kind of peroxide to remove the stains. In some cases, the hydrogen peroxide, along with a variety of other chemicals found in these products, can cause alarming problems such as gum irritation, tooth sensitivity, and – in so...

I am on a mission. I am determined to not just visit, but live in the land of no excuses. I am also completely fired up to do whatever is necessary to support you in living there too. Life is short. And I find myself feeling more and more convicted about having our lives reflect a genuine understanding and respect for this truth. As a coach, one of my core commitments is to hold a huge vision where we are no longer playing small, no longer holding back from expressing our truth, no longer blocking ourselves from the manifestation of our dreams. To make this vision come alive, we must be willing to not only uncover our limiting beliefs and blocks, but be willing to transform them. No more excuses. Therefore, this article is a loving challenge to all of us, myself included, to take full responsibility for consciously designing our lives, no matter what, and to allow ourselves to play bigger. It is about getting out of our own way, once and for all. As we explore the territory of our excu...