The Extra-Ordinary Road
I've come to believe that to be extra-ordinary, one must must not follow the paths that lead to being ordinary. In my life, I've gotten a large amount from following what I believed was right even if it was unconventaional. The three major examples of this are:
- Starting a successful web development company when I was 16-years-old with no experience.
- Moving in with my girl friend the summer after my freshman year at NYU, when we had only been dating for nine months.
- Taking a semester off of school when practically everybody around me was urging me not too.
About a month ago, I made the fourth leap and became a raw vegan. In other words, my diet now consists of uncooked vegetables, fruits, nuts, and seeds. For those concerned (mom), I'm observing my body very closely and doing an incredible amount of research on diet and how people have failed with this diet. I will keep you all updated. So far, it has been great in terms of results. It has definitely been difficult at times, but not nearly as hard as one might think.
Posted at June 26, 2003 07:51 PM
Hey Michael!
Congratulations! I just purchased the eBook, and I'm looking forward to reading it. Keep up the unconventional thinking (and doing); it is an inspiration to many, including me.
Also, as a vegetarian myself, I'm quite impressed by your decision to become a Vegan; that's a serious decision, and I wish you the best. The first few months are always the most difficult, but hang in there. There are some very good restaurants that make my life much easier (i.e. Veg-City Diner on 14th St & 6th Ave.)
Regards,
Chris
