I’ve started doing a daily video podcast over at beachwalks.tv with my guy Shane. We really are a great team together, bringing together our complementary skills and interests, as well as very similar ethos and beliefs.

I am coming up against my desire to be improvisational and raw in the moment versus wanting to feel like I have actually communicated a reasonably organized thought by the time I am done. And becasue of my ego and our time considerations (too much of the former and not enough of the latter!) I have been sticking by a “one take” practice.

It’s not that easy to do.

I love having the confidence to explore this new activity, without having to plan it all out or “be on” for the camera. So often in my life I have felt forced into performing for others. And was confused by the fact that I actually enjoy performing for others. To tease apart the elements that I really enjoy, and do them for me on my terms, instead of at someone else’s command or demand, is part of my opportunity with Beach Walks.

There is like this 5 to 10 degree thing. My #1 adult personality wants something very close (on the surface) to what that ever nagging #2 neurotic self wants. It takes attention and energy to make sure I’m in the #1 and not being swayed by the siren calls of the #2.

Topic

Freedom to be who I am and not be who I’m not. Simple though not always easy!

I discuss living as a divine being within the limits and boundaries of being in a body.
What does the #1 want for freedom as compared to the #2 personality?
Choosing to live a less formal life.
Embracing the internet as a place to be more free.

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Aloha! I’ve incorporated some upgrades on this second attempt at video-blogging, which simultaneously bring along some “opportunities for improvement” as I like to call them. Translation: it’s rough folks! Adjust your sound before clicking on the photo (of Shane and Lexi a little past sunrise on Kailua Beach).
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You can listen to my new original music (created in Garage band) and view the new title design for the beach walk movies – now a series of two! Look for other posts here that begin with “Video:”.

Today’s Topic:
Lack of adequate rest often correlates with crankiness. And I figured out that if rest does indeed = happiness, then no wonder our dog Lexi is full of smiles! Like many dogs, she sleeps a lot.

I also started talking about the #1 and #2 personalities. Seems we all have ‘em, and I find it a very useful frame of reference for managing so many things – relationships, communication, time, etc. Tell me what you think!

Coming soon: real video (instead of these short hacks from my little still camera), as the digicam batteries have arrived.

In homage to my vlog guru, Ryan Ozawa, here is a link to search Technorati for other videoblog posts.

As hot as podcasting is, there are related rumblings with video blogs. Eric Rice, of ericrice.com was in Honolulu to a) vacation with his family, b) launch his video road show, or c) both. From my point of view, he was here to inspire my foray into video blogs. Mahalo nui loa Eric!

Shane and I had lunch with him, and we’ve decided to jump into the fray.

In the transition, ain’t nobody predicting the future, but for now, it’s fun.

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Sites mentioned in the podcast:

ericrice.com