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BNA/LION · 27 May 2014, 04:47 AM

People who frequent the strand of Pacific Beach, have seen the man known as "SloMo".

I thought you may find him and his story interesting. Below is a link to his documentary -- it has a great overall message, enough to captivate me for 15 minutes, twice.

Time stamp: 12:48 = "Do what you want to".
Time stamp: 10:54 = "What we in America call a$$holes".
Time stamp: 03:05 = (I won't spoil it for you)

https://screen.yahoo.com/inspiration...113549657.html

Tudor66 · 27 May 2014, 05:14 AM

I've seen him before, now I know his story. Thanks for posting.

77T · 27 May 2014, 02:30 PM

That was great videography - especially the closing sequence. Ironically, his story could only be described as a "first world problem" solved. Glad he worked out his malaise. I think doing the same thing every day - whether it was healing or rollerblading - would burn me out, too.

Kingair · 27 May 2014, 03:02 PM

Nice

Thanks for sharing

HAGOne

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GradyPhilpott · 27 May 2014, 03:03 PM

That is a fascinating video, so beautifully done.

In a way, I feel that this guy is where I am in life.

I'm at a stage that I do what I like and I keep life as simple as possible.

For me it's bowling. It's a way to keep challenges in my life in a sport so nuanced that no one reaches their full potential. There's always room for improvement and maintenance of the skills is a long term exercise.

In the case of SloMo, he's a scientist, so that he can analyze his sport, understand it both from a technique and a physiological perspective and find something that not only fulfills his own needs, but has also made himself into a celebrity of sorts with his unusual style.

I once asked myself if my compulsion to bowl was healthy and if there were true benefits to being so involved.

I concluded that bowling provides personal challenge, structure, and social interaction. These in my opinion are the essentials of a healthy mind and spirit. If I keep it up, I'll surely live until I die, which is more than you can say for some people's lives.

A very inspirational video. It gives me hope.

Thanks for posting.

BNA/LION · 20 June 2014, 01:13 PM

Moving this up so others may enjoy it!

crew · 20 June 2014, 09:09 PM

Interesting insight into one man's journey.

rolio · 20 June 2014, 10:09 PM

He was featured in the NY Times about a month ago. I think he is very 'true'. To give it all up and follow what your mind and heart need is the greatest act of personal belief in oneself and courage. However, remember that he had no real attachments at the time but his material possessions.

daveathall · 20 June 2014, 10:22 PM

I missed this the first time around , wonderful.

I didn't know about these videos, I just let them run, the Marine getting home for his sisters wedding, a daughter realising why her mother shopped in a thrift shop, blind beauty. I smiled at the free hugs video, and the lady that heard for the first time in 40 years was heart warming.

But…………This was incredible.

https://screen.yahoo.com/inspiration...115422168.html

I hope this doesn't hi jack a wonderful thread, with a wonderful beginning. If it does I apologise and send you back to the OPs original video which is truly inspirational.

Roley · 20 June 2014, 10:37 PM

Love it! ... Thank you for posting.

The Joker · 20 June 2014, 10:49 PM

Reminded me somehow of Forest Gump

unclesallie · 21 June 2014, 11:32 PM

Fantastic!!! Thank you for posting this.

vette5451 · 22 June 2014, 12:08 AM

Incredible story. Thanks for sharing

Letsgodiving · 22 June 2014, 12:30 AM

Very cool and interesting. Thanks for posting this.

utc66 · 22 June 2014, 03:36 AM

Inspiring. This video link should be in the retirement discussion as well.

Funny, I have a drummer friend we call SloMo, but that's because he's always late to gigs.

c.rod · 22 June 2014, 10:24 AM

great message. BUT. im sure its a lot easier for someone with his financial background to just "stop" and do what he wants for the rest of his life. Im assuming he quit as a millionaire...

BNA/LION · 5 January 2015, 04:24 PM

New Year and Good time to repost this one... All the Best in 2015!

27 May 2014, 04:47 AM	#1
BNA/LION 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Larry Location: San Diego, CA Watch: ROLEX Posts: 25,661	Meet "SloMo" From Pacific Beach, CA People who frequent the strand of Pacific Beach, have seen the man known as "SloMo". I thought you may find him and his story interesting. Below is a link to his documentary -- it has a great overall message, enough to captivate me for 15 minutes, twice. Time stamp: 12:48 = "Do what you want to". Time stamp: 10:54 = "What we in America call a$$holes". Time stamp: 03:05 = (I won't spoil it for you) https://screen.yahoo.com/inspiration...113549657.html __________________ ✦ 28238 President DD 18K/YG ✦ 16610LN SS Sub ✦ 16613 18K/SS Serti ✦ 16550 Exp II Non-Rail Cream Dial ✦ Daytona C 116500 ✦ 126710 BLRO GMT-Master II ✦ NEXT-->? ⛳ Hole In One! 10/3/19 DMCC 5th hole, par 3, 168 yards w/ 4-Iron.

27 May 2014, 05:14 AM	#2
Tudor66 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Real Name: Al Location: California, USA Watch: GMT- Pepsi Posts: 3,462	I've seen him before, now I know his story. Thanks for posting. __________________ -NAWCC Member

27 May 2014, 02:30 PM	#3
77T 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: PaulG Location: Georgia Posts: 42,024	That was great videography - especially the closing sequence. Ironically, his story could only be described as a "first world problem" solved. Glad he worked out his malaise. I think doing the same thing every day - whether it was healing or rollerblading - would burn me out, too. __________________ Does anyone really know what time it is?

27 May 2014, 03:03 PM	#5
GradyPhilpott 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: New Mexico Watch: Seiko #SRK047 Posts: 34,460	That is a fascinating video, so beautifully done. In a way, I feel that this guy is where I am in life. I'm at a stage that I do what I like and I keep life as simple as possible. For me it's bowling. It's a way to keep challenges in my life in a sport so nuanced that no one reaches their full potential. There's always room for improvement and maintenance of the skills is a long term exercise. In the case of SloMo, he's a scientist, so that he can analyze his sport, understand it both from a technique and a physiological perspective and find something that not only fulfills his own needs, but has also made himself into a celebrity of sorts with his unusual style. I once asked myself if my compulsion to bowl was healthy and if there were true benefits to being so involved. I concluded that bowling provides personal challenge, structure, and social interaction. These in my opinion are the essentials of a healthy mind and spirit. If I keep it up, I'll surely live until I die, which is more than you can say for some people's lives. A very inspirational video. It gives me hope. Thanks for posting. __________________ JJ Inaugural TRF $50 Watch Challenge Winner

20 June 2014, 01:13 PM	#6
BNA/LION 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Larry Location: San Diego, CA Watch: ROLEX Posts: 25,661	Moving this up so others may enjoy it! __________________ ✦ 28238 President DD 18K/YG ✦ 16610LN SS Sub ✦ 16613 18K/SS Serti ✦ 16550 Exp II Non-Rail Cream Dial ✦ Daytona C 116500 ✦ 126710 BLRO GMT-Master II ✦ NEXT-->? ⛳ Hole In One! 10/3/19 DMCC 5th hole, par 3, 168 yards w/ 4-Iron.

27 May 2014, 03:02 PM	#4
Kingair "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: USA Watch: Not enough ;-) Posts: 21,232	Nice Thanks for sharing HAGOne Sent from my SM-N900T using Tapatalk

20 June 2014, 09:09 PM	#7
crew "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: John Location: Rochester/Naples Watch: Pepsi Posts: 18,307	Interesting insight into one man's journey.

20 June 2014, 10:09 PM	#8
rolio "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: justRay Location: Back2California Watch: Birdies Posts: 1,921	He was featured in the NY Times about a month ago. I think he is very 'true'. To give it all up and follow what your mind and heart need is the greatest act of personal belief in oneself and courage. However, remember that he had no real attachments at the time but his material possessions. __________________ JJ "Tranquil? Just wait till I get started!! LOL! LOL!" --JJ Rolex~By way of an extraordinary life, and all the simple pleasures it has to offer~

20 June 2014, 10:22 PM	#9
daveathall "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Dave Location: England. Watch: Various Posts: 7,305	I missed this the first time around , wonderful. I didn't know about these videos, I just let them run, the Marine getting home for his sisters wedding, a daughter realising why her mother shopped in a thrift shop, blind beauty. I smiled at the free hugs video, and the lady that heard for the first time in 40 years was heart warming. But…………This was incredible. https://screen.yahoo.com/inspiration...115422168.html I hope this doesn't hi jack a wonderful thread, with a wonderful beginning. If it does I apologise and send you back to the OPs original video which is truly inspirational. __________________ KINDEST REGARDS DAVE

20 June 2014, 10:37 PM	#10
Roley "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Roland Location: GMT -4:00 Today Watch: Enthusiast Posts: 874	Love it! ... Thank you for posting.

20 June 2014, 10:49 PM	#11
The Joker "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Gotham Posts: 9,641	Reminded me somehow of Forest Gump

21 June 2014, 11:32 PM	#12
unclesallie 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Real Name: dan Location: Pennsylvania Watch: keystone pocket Posts: 5,917	Fantastic!!! Thank you for posting this.

22 June 2014, 12:08 AM	#13
vette5451 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Real Name: Jim Location: KY Watch: My Six Posts: 139	Incredible story. Thanks for sharing

22 June 2014, 12:30 AM	#14
Letsgodiving "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Mike Location: Virginia, US Watch: SD 16600 Posts: 4,319	Very cool and interesting. Thanks for posting this. __________________ The fool, with all his other faults, has this also - he is always getting ready to live. - Epicurus (341–270 BC)

22 June 2014, 03:36 AM	#15
utc66 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: DC Watch: 16600, PAM112,EZM1 Posts: 463	Inspiring. This video link should be in the retirement discussion as well. Funny, I have a drummer friend we call SloMo, but that's because he's always late to gigs.

22 June 2014, 10:24 AM	#16
c.rod "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: Midwest Posts: 1,252	great message. BUT. im sure its a lot easier for someone with his financial background to just "stop" and do what he wants for the rest of his life. Im assuming he quit as a millionaire...

5 January 2015, 04:24 PM	#17
BNA/LION 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Larry Location: San Diego, CA Watch: ROLEX Posts: 25,661	New Year and Good time to repost this one... All the Best in 2015! __________________ ✦ 28238 President DD 18K/YG ✦ 16610LN SS Sub ✦ 16613 18K/SS Serti ✦ 16550 Exp II Non-Rail Cream Dial ✦ Daytona C 116500 ✦ 126710 BLRO GMT-Master II ✦ NEXT-->? ⛳ Hole In One! 10/3/19 DMCC 5th hole, par 3, 168 yards w/ 4-Iron.

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