The Bearded Basturds' Creed: Navigating Life with Valour and Beard Velvet
Craig McKay
Author of the "Bearded Basturds - Quantum Whiskers: The Hairy Path to Higher Consciousness Series
In the modern hustle where the mantra 'time is money' echoes relentlessly, many of us sail into the tempest of sacrificing health for wealth. But when the tides turn, we find ourselves in a dire quest to reclaim the vitality we traded for coins that cannot buy a single breath of life back. 🍃💰 My book, "365 Days of Bearded Wisdom: A Furry Odyssey of Stoicism: An explosion of rebellious thoughts, all wrapped up in beard-tickling delight," explores this treacherous exchange and offers a lighthouse beacon in the fog of life’s hairy storms.
This is not just a narrative about health and wealth; it's a tapestry woven from the timeless wisdom that while we can't control the winds of fate, we can adjust our sails - and beards. As tomorrow's will remains shrouded in mystery, it's our reaction that paints the picture of our lives. 🌅⛵ The book dives deep into the essence of endurance, chronicling the silent strength required to leap from failure to failure without diminishing our zest for life.
It's about finding tranquillity amid chaos, discovering that the sanctuary we seek does not dwell in the outer world but within us. ☯️🌌 No matter how turbulent the waters, being six Inches from gold, implores us to persistently do what is right, to stride forward, and to nurture a positivity that illuminates even the darkest paths. Because the most astonishing treasures in life are often just beyond our sight, waiting to be unveiled by those who dare to persevere.
Keep moving, keep shining, and remember, you may be only six inches away from striking gold—never cease your search, for the next dig could be the revelation of a lifetime. 🌟🔨
Be sure to stay tuned to our journey and join me in unravelling the layers of this profound story. Let's embark on this literary voyage together and unravel the golden threads that bind our health to true wealth. #SixInchesFromGold #InnerWealth #HealthIsWealth #EnduranceJourney #UnseenTreasures
It's time to highlight another few days in the book.
Book excerpt.
“So many people spend their health gaining wealth, and then have to spend their wealth to regain their health.” – A. J. Reb Materi
Ah, the words of the great A. J. Reb Materi resonates with us, don't they, my whiskered compatriots? "So many people spend their health gaining wealth, and then have to spend their wealth to regain their health." Oh, what an irony! But let's look at it through our beard-tinted glasses. This, my bearded brethren, is the grand dance of life, where health and wealth do the tango, often stepping on each other's toes. We chase after glittering golden coins, only to realise too late that the real treasure - our health - has been left in the dust. And once the coins are in the bag, we find ourselves spending them in an attempt to buy back our lost vigour, vitality, and vim. But here's where we Bearded Basturds differ. We know there’s a third player in this dance. It’s our beards! We know our beards are not just facial ornaments; they're an emblem of our vitality, a sign of our zest for life. Just like a lush green tree that symbolises a healthy ecosystem, a thick, robust beard signifies a healthy body and spirit. So, in our bearded wisdom, we don't just chase wealth at the cost of our health. We balance the scales. We understand that wealth gained at the cost of health is a hollow victory, a mountain of gold built on a frail foundation. Instead, we aim to cultivate a rich inner garden, nurturing our body, mind, and, of course, our beards, even as we strive to fill our coffers.
Remember, my hairy heroes, a neglected beard is a tell-tale sign of a neglected body and spirit. So, take care of your health, your wealth, and most importantly, your beard. Because a well-groomed beard doesn't just look good, it reflects a life well-lived, a balance well-maintained. So, let's raise our combs to a life of health, wealth, and bearded glory! #BeardBalance #AJRebMateriBeardedBasturdStyle
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After everything that’s happened in the last few years, we’re tired. After everything that’s happened in your life, after everything that’s gone wrong the last couple weeks, you think to yourself, “I can’t handle one more thing going wrong.” Certainly, Marcus Aurelius would have related to the sentiment. Floods. Plagues. Wars. A troubled son. Personal health issues. “Haven’t I given enough?” But the thing is, life doesn’t care. It has no time for your questions. It pays no mind to your limits. Fortune behaves as she pleases, the Stoics said. Life disposes. It decides. The only thing we get a choice in is how we respond. Tomorrow has already made up its mind. 🌀🎩🤘
Inside your soul, Marcus Aurelius wrote, is a peace you can retreat to anytime you like. If you’re tired of life, explore his advice on finding your purpose. The stoic philosophy teaches us the art of equanimity: the ability to remain calm amidst the storm. By understanding and accepting that we have no power over external events—only over our reactions—we can find an enduring serenity. This inner fortitude becomes our compass in tumultuous times, guiding us through life’s sudden twists with grace and resilience. As life’s wheel turns, sometimes you may find yourself at the top, sometimes at the bottom. One instance can change everything, yet with a steadfast spirit, we keep going, not just to endure but to thrive amidst the constant flux. 🌪️🎢 🌊✨
Bearing this philosophy of equanimity, we arrive at another profound page of the book—one that shares the unexpected ways life can reward perseverance. Just as we face uncertainty, life too can surprise us with moments of unanticipated joy and success. It is these instances that hindsight graciously reveals as pivotal, making us grateful we persevered. The Stoics remind us that although the world outside is beyond our control, the cultivation of our inner garden can yield a harvest of contentment and fulfilment, irrespective of life's capricious nature. By holding steadfast to our journey, we may one day find that the very obstacles we overcame were, in fact, stepping stones to a greater and more rewarding path.
Book excerpt.
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“Sometimes the best things in life are the things you never see coming” – Buffy Andrews
Like a sudden gust of wind, or an unexpected compliment from a stranger, some of the most beautiful things in life are unexpected. For us, the Bearded Basturds, that thing was the untamed growth of our beards. We didn’t start with a grand plan for bearded dominance, it was simply a small rebellion against the razor. We challenged the ordinary, decided to let nature take its course, and nurtured the shadows on our faces, quietly defying the clean-shaven norms. And then, lo and behold, we discovered the unanticipated joy of the beard life. Our beards filled not just our faces, but our lives with a sense of whimsy and rugged charisma. Like a wild forest, each strand grew unpredictably, carving its own path. Each twist and turn, every curl, unruly and untamed, is a testament to the unpredictability of life and the unique charm of the unexpected. But it wasn’t just about our beards; it was about what they symbolised. Our beards became our identifiers, our badges of honour, our very own way of thumbing our noses at conventionality. We were no longer just ordinary men lost in the crowd, we were the Bearded Basturds, the ragtag band of rebellious individuals standing out from the smooth-faced conformers. The ultimate unexpected delight? Discovering a brotherhood in the shared experience of being bearded, finding camaraderie in the unlikeliest of places.
So, let's raise a toast to the unexpected joys of life. To the beards that weren't planned but grew to be the best things about us. To the Bearded Basturds, who didn't just grow beards but a brotherhood. Because sometimes, the best things in life truly are the ones we never see coming
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In the hairy tale of the Bearded Basturds, we frolicked through the forests of facial hair to emerge not merely as men with beards, but as defiant warriors of whiskerdom, with a bond thicker than the densest of manes. As our stubbles flourished into mighty bristles, we inadvertently sowed the seeds of an unbreakable kinship. We shared the balms, the woes, the snags, and the triumphs, united under a banner woven from our very chin hairs. Hearken, dear reader, to the call of the wild, the hymn of the hirsute; for in each wiry strand lies a fable of friendship, each face a canvas of courage, and together, we're an emblem of the eccentrically exquisite chaos of simply letting it grow. We are the Bearded Basturds, banded not just by our beards, but by the heartstrings twined around each follicle, a merry band of misfits finding home among the tangled knots of togetherness. So when the world tells you to shave off your quirks and conform, remember us, the Bearded Basturds, and let your spirit and your beard run wild and free.
To all bearers of the beard, to the brave who defy the blade, remember this: in unity, we find strength, and in our beards, we trust. 🧔✊ #RebelWithACauseAndAClause
Keep the spirit untamed and the beard untamed-er! 🌿🐾
Be mighty. Be bearded. Be Basturds.
Beard-thrilling News Alert! 🚨🧔🎧
Brace yourselves, kin of the comb and brethren of the beard, for we're about to take our epic saga from the page to the airwaves. The Bearded Basturds' tale is now being spun into an auditory adventure! Yes, you've heard it right. For those who revel in the tales of our whiskerlore while sweating it out at the gym or while steering their ships through busy streets, our audiobook is in production and already halfway through. It's not just good, it's grooming to be great.
To all ye noble patrons of the spoken word, keep thine eyes peeled and ears open for when this beast of a book goes live. As for a cherry on top; Amazon's Audible has bestowed upon us promo codes for your auditory indulgence. Fancy a free listen? Or know someone who deserves the gift of beard wisdom through their headphones? 🎁🎶 Comment below, and we shall scribe your names onto our list to distribute these golden tickets when they're ripe for the picking.
Stay tuned, keep an eye out for our update, stay bearded, and prepare to immerse yourselves in the Bearded Basturds experience, like never before! Soundwaves are about to get a whole lot hairier.
Be mighty. Be bearded. Be Basturds. 🧔✊🔊
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