Chris Donaldson is a passionate adventurer and author. His recently acclaimed book, Going the Wrong Way,” has garnered over 300 five-star reviews on Amazon. In 1979, Chris embarked on a planned 4-month, 10,000-mile motorcycle trip from Belfast to Australia on his café racing Moto Guzzi motorcycle, driven by a desire for self-discovery. Although his journey to Australia was interrupted by the Iranian revolution, Chris persevered, traveling over 50,000 miles and ending up high in the Andes before returning home. His book, “Going the Wrong Way,” chronicles this incredible ‘coming of age' road trip and his adventurous spirit. Chris is currently riding to Australia once again, this time on the same Moto Guzzi Le Mans road bike, 42 years later.

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Contact Info

• Website: www.chrisdonaldson.world
• Book: Going The Wrong Way: A Coming of Age Story Like No Other by Chris Donaldson

Most Influential Person

• My wife, Julie

Effect on Emotions

• Chris shared how mindfulness changed how he handles emotions. Mindfulness helps him stay calm and peaceful. Instead of reacting impulsively, he takes a pause and breathes.
• Mindfulness gives Chris time to think before responding. By being mindful, Chris feels more in control of his emotions.
• Mindfulness has become his tool for finding balance and inner peace.

Thoughts on Breathing

• Chris did not have any comments or tips about breathing as it relates to mindfulness.

Suggested Resources

• Book: Zen And The Art Of Motorcycle Maintenance by Robert M Pirsig
• Book: Going The Wrong Way: A Coming of Age Story Like No Other by Chris Donaldson
• App: No, I think we spend too much time on our phones as it is

Bullying Story

• Chris Donaldson shared a story about how mindfulness could have made a difference in dealing with bullying. He mentioned Irish politics as an example where politicians are stuck in the past, constantly fighting and unable to move on mentally. They engage in bullying tactics without considering the benefits of coming together.
• Chris highlighted the irony of former arch-enemies Paisley and Martin McGinnis becoming great friends later in life. This showed that it's possible to overcome mental barriers and develop new relationships. However, individuals more recently who have experienced the same struggles have not managed to move forward the way Paisley and Martin McGinnis have done.

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