Escape Adulthood https://escapeadulthood.com/blog Fri, 08 Jun 2012 15:09:44 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.2 Mister Rogers Remixed https://escapeadulthood.com/blog/2012-06-08/mister-rogers-remixed.html https://escapeadulthood.com/blog/2012-06-08/mister-rogers-remixed.html#comments Fri, 08 Jun 2012 15:05:29 +0000 http://kimandjason.com/blog/?p=17910

PBS and video mash-up artist John D. Boswell, aka melodysheep, teamed up to create this awesome tribute to Mr. Rogers. Seeing the clips of Mr. Rogers’ house made me remember how much I longed to play there, what with the sand table, the fish tank, and the sweet Land of Make Believe toys. Bonus points for the awesome fridge.

This is a great little video. And remember, “It’s good to be curious.”

]]> https://escapeadulthood.com/blog/2012-06-08/mister-rogers-remixed.html/feed 2 Caine’s Arcade Will Make Your Day https://escapeadulthood.com/blog/2012-04-11/caines-arcade-will-make-your-day.html https://escapeadulthood.com/blog/2012-04-11/caines-arcade-will-make-your-day.html#comments Wed, 11 Apr 2012 16:16:06 +0000 http://kimandjason.com/blog/?p=16568

What happens when kids are allowed to be bored, without any organized extracurricular activities and without access to iPods, iPhones or video games?

What happens when parents encourage their kids’ creativity, even if it makes a mess?

What happens when one person is unafraid to let his inner child to come out and play when everyone else is too busy, inhibited, or just too “adult?”

What happens when hundreds of people do something simple to make the day of a child?

Magic, that’s what.

This video is the story of a 9-year-old boy who built an elaborate cardboard arcade inside his dad’s used auto part store and is about to have the best day of his life. It’s eleven minutes of pure magic.

]]> https://escapeadulthood.com/blog/2012-04-11/caines-arcade-will-make-your-day.html/feed 2 A Video Snapshot of My Life Right Now https://escapeadulthood.com/blog/2012-02-29/a-video-snapshot-of-my-life-right-now.html https://escapeadulthood.com/blog/2012-02-29/a-video-snapshot-of-my-life-right-now.html#comments Wed, 29 Feb 2012 18:41:25 +0000 http://kimandjason.com/blog/?p=15163
When we say “balance” what do we REALLY mean… peace, happiness, joy? Do you have “it”?

]]> https://escapeadulthood.com/blog/2012-02-29/a-video-snapshot-of-my-life-right-now.html/feed 4 On The Brink https://escapeadulthood.com/blog/2011-11-23/on-the-brink.html Wed, 23 Nov 2011 15:36:33 +0000 http://kimandjason.com/blog/?p=14909
What adventure are you on the brink of? The trick is to find that balance between anticipation and enjoying the moment.

P.S. Learn more about bringing Jason in to inspire and energize your group right here.

]]> This Video Has Nothing to Do With Circumcision https://escapeadulthood.com/blog/2011-11-09/this-video-has-nothing-to-do-with-circumcision.html https://escapeadulthood.com/blog/2011-11-09/this-video-has-nothing-to-do-with-circumcision.html#comments Wed, 09 Nov 2011 15:00:52 +0000 http://kimandjason.com/blog/?p=14717
Do you surround yourself with only like-minded voices? I’m finding how interesting life can be when you are challenged to make decisions because you’ve chosen them versus going along with the norms that are expected.

]]> https://escapeadulthood.com/blog/2011-11-09/this-video-has-nothing-to-do-with-circumcision.html/feed 5 How Boredom Leads to Adventure https://escapeadulthood.com/blog/2011-10-26/how-boredom-leads-to-adventure.html Wed, 26 Oct 2011 14:21:10 +0000 http://kimandjason.com/blog/?p=14642 Contrary to popular belief, boredom is not a bad thing! Hear about how 48 hours of boredom made life a lot more adventurous for me and Jason.

]]> How to Feel More Alive https://escapeadulthood.com/blog/2011-10-12/how-to-feel-more-alive.html https://escapeadulthood.com/blog/2011-10-12/how-to-feel-more-alive.html#comments Wed, 12 Oct 2011 14:30:47 +0000 http://kimandjason.com/blog/?p=14584 As the belly bump gets bigger and bigger (who am I kidding, it’s no “bump” — at 32 weeks it’s more like I’m hiding a pumpkin under my shirt), I’ve had a couple of people recently ask me why I am choosing (for the seconds time) to have a natural childbirth. There are so many “amazing” drugs out there — why wouldn’t I choose to make my experience less painful?

In discussing this with our midwife, she had a really cool take on it. I’m paraphrasing, but in essence she shared… People want to FEEL their lives. Why do we run marathons? Climb mountains? Learn how to paint? Because we have the desire to FEEL alive.

It’s so true. These big hurdles are not accomplished with a simple amount of effort or desire. They force us to come alive in a new way, to dig deeper than we thought was possible within ourselves, to go far beyond the day-to-day breathing and existing.

So, how do you break out of your rut to start this journey towards FEELING your life (short of getting pregnant — ha!)?

Do something today that FREAKS the hell out of you.

At the start, make it something trivial — something that doesn’t effect your life at all — other than it makes you jump, or scream or almost pee your pants a little. This will help you break out of “existing mode.”

Need some inspiration? Here’s a video of me looking like QUITE the fool, as I muster up the courage to feed a freakin’ crazy-looking Scottish Highland Steer out of my hand. It was the most alive I had felt in days — what an AWESOME feeling!!

]]> https://escapeadulthood.com/blog/2011-10-12/how-to-feel-more-alive.html/feed 2 I Wish You…Enough https://escapeadulthood.com/blog/2011-10-05/i-wish-you-enough.html Wed, 05 Oct 2011 14:00:41 +0000 http://kimandjason.com/blog/?p=14548

Do you find yourself chasing the next thing, hoping that you will find happiness there – as opposed to where you are right now? It’s time to stop the chase.

]]> Is Your Life a Bored Game? https://escapeadulthood.com/blog/2011-09-28/is-your-life-a-bored-game.html Wed, 28 Sep 2011 15:34:22 +0000 http://kimandjason.com/blog/?p=14491
If you are feeling that your life is dull or unfulfilled, liven it up with this four-letter word, which also happens to be the name of a popular board game.

]]> Freedom to Dream Fun https://escapeadulthood.com/blog/2011-09-21/freedom-to-dream-fun.html https://escapeadulthood.com/blog/2011-09-21/freedom-to-dream-fun.html#comments Wed, 21 Sep 2011 14:38:17 +0000 http://kimandjason.com/blog/?p=14203
Who has time to dream fun amidst the busyness of the day-to-day? Thanks to the Mondo Beyondo course I’m taking – ME!! I did and it was a hoot you can’t miss out on.

]]> https://escapeadulthood.com/blog/2011-09-21/freedom-to-dream-fun.html/feed 1 Your September Survival Guide https://escapeadulthood.com/blog/2011-09-07/september-survival-guide.html Wed, 07 Sep 2011 18:22:46 +0000 http://kimandjason.com/blog/?p=14100
September is always stressful. Here are 5 tips to help you survive this super stressful month.

]]> A Weekly Day to Be Lazy and Crazy https://escapeadulthood.com/blog/2011-08-31/a-weekly-day-to-be-lazy-and-crazy.html Wed, 31 Aug 2011 15:15:30 +0000 http://kimandjason.com/blog/?p=14065
What if you could have one day each week with your family to just be lazy, crazy and rejuvenate together (whatever that looks like for you) — would you take it?

Hells yeah…

Well, you can and should be!!

As a family, we have been protecting and savoring our weekly Sabbath (and it’s not always on Sunday) for over two years now and I have to say it’s consistently my favorite day of the week. There seems to be some common denominators for us: church, naps for everyone, ice cream, family movie, and usually a walk or trip to a lake.

It’s the best because we have permission to be together without accomplishing anything productive (by the world’s standards). What we do consistently accomplish is making memories that will last our lifetimes.

Here’s a quick peek into a recent “scene” I captured on our day of rest:

Don’t wait until you “get” a free day together…create them…then protect them.

You’ll never regret it.

What do you like to do on your days off the world’s hamster wheel?

]]> 5 Steps To Overcome Overwhelm https://escapeadulthood.com/blog/2011-08-24/5-steps-to-overcome-overwhelm.html https://escapeadulthood.com/blog/2011-08-24/5-steps-to-overcome-overwhelm.html#comments Wed, 24 Aug 2011 16:08:29 +0000 http://kimandjason.com/blog/?p=14032
Overwhelm sucks. It’s crippling and riddles your life with Adultitis. Here are my 5 steps to overcoming overwhelm.

]]> https://escapeadulthood.com/blog/2011-08-24/5-steps-to-overcome-overwhelm.html/feed 1 Pregnant Women Have Super Powers and You Can Too! https://escapeadulthood.com/blog/2011-08-17/pregnant-women-have-super-powers-and-you-can-too.html https://escapeadulthood.com/blog/2011-08-17/pregnant-women-have-super-powers-and-you-can-too.html#comments Wed, 17 Aug 2011 15:13:00 +0000 http://kimandjason.com/blog/?p=14000
Did you know pregnant women have super powers? Well, you can too!! Learn how to remove the filters that distract us from enjoying the beauty that is all around us.

]]> https://escapeadulthood.com/blog/2011-08-17/pregnant-women-have-super-powers-and-you-can-too.html/feed 2 Savor Something https://escapeadulthood.com/blog/2011-08-10/savor-something.html https://escapeadulthood.com/blog/2011-08-10/savor-something.html#comments Wed, 10 Aug 2011 15:05:12 +0000 http://kimandjason.com/blog/?p=13975
Thanks to a word that has been stalking me, I’ve found the simple solution to stress. Don’t let today come and go without doing it.

]]> https://escapeadulthood.com/blog/2011-08-10/savor-something.html/feed 3 Own Your Reality and Choose Your Own Adventure https://escapeadulthood.com/blog/2011-07-27/own-your-reality-and-choose-your-own-adventure.html Wed, 27 Jul 2011 15:42:41 +0000 http://kimandjason.com/blog/?p=13918 Don’t be “that guy” whose life has become what everyone else says it should be. Take ownership in your reality so that you can keep Adultitis in the rearview mirror.

If you’d like more information on how to get a custom clay creation made for you, please email me at kim@kimandjason.com and I’ll put you in touch with Kahley.

]]> Have You Ever Created a Stop Doing List? https://escapeadulthood.com/blog/2011-07-20/have-you-ever-created-a-stop-doing-list.html https://escapeadulthood.com/blog/2011-07-20/have-you-ever-created-a-stop-doing-list.html#comments Wed, 20 Jul 2011 14:34:16 +0000 http://kimandjason.com/blog/?p=13859

Think you need more time? More energy? Here’s a simple, fun and super enlightening idea to help you make more time for the things you love.

Linky goodness:

Email me your stop doing list at kim@kimandjason.com

]]> https://escapeadulthood.com/blog/2011-07-20/have-you-ever-created-a-stop-doing-list.html/feed 6 Keeping Your Facebook Adultitis-Free https://escapeadulthood.com/blog/2011-07-13/keeping-your-facebook-adultitis-free.html https://escapeadulthood.com/blog/2011-07-13/keeping-your-facebook-adultitis-free.html#comments Wed, 13 Jul 2011 14:02:28 +0000 http://kimandjason.com/blog/?p=13837

If you’re one of the 750 million Facebook users, you need to be aware that it may be infecting you with Adultitis, without your full written consent. Be sure to take these simple steps towards avoiding Adultitis on Facebook.

Another way to keep Adultitis at bay on Facebook is by liking US!

]]> https://escapeadulthood.com/blog/2011-07-13/keeping-your-facebook-adultitis-free.html/feed 2 An Easy Peasy Way to Make Your Emails More Fun https://escapeadulthood.com/blog/2011-07-06/an-easy-peasy-way-to-make-your-emails-more-fun.html https://escapeadulthood.com/blog/2011-07-06/an-easy-peasy-way-to-make-your-emails-more-fun.html#comments Wed, 06 Jul 2011 13:00:47 +0000 http://kimandjason.com/blog/?p=13772

Email can be overwhelming and a HUGE source of Adultitis. Try this simple tip to infuse some fun into your email. Your recipients will enjoy it as much as you will!

Want the whole list? Email me at kim@kimandjason.com and I’ll send it to you!

]]> https://escapeadulthood.com/blog/2011-07-06/an-easy-peasy-way-to-make-your-emails-more-fun.html/feed 7 The Amazing Power of Vision Lists https://escapeadulthood.com/blog/2011-06-29/the-amazing-power-of-vision-lists.html https://escapeadulthood.com/blog/2011-06-29/the-amazing-power-of-vision-lists.html#comments Wed, 29 Jun 2011 15:10:27 +0000 http://kimandjason.com/blog/?p=13636

I recently looked at a vision list I wrote back in 2004 and was surprised at what I discovered! It was so exciting I had to write a new one.

Linky goodness:

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