Chris Burkmenn's Blog

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"When we look back at life we realize  no true moment defined us , but in fact the events leading up to that  moment .” -Chris Burkmenn

Falling back: Harold Lloyd in Safety Last   Photo: Rex I often put pressure on myself to get somewhere, using my own strength to reach these places that "I need to get to." I put a lot of effort into working hard and pressing on. It sometimes becomes a bit much. You can burn out quickly if you are constantly working and rarely enjoying the meaningful parts of life. I was having a conversation with a friend the other day. We were talking about how we work so hard and sometimes it feels as though you are running in circles trying to get somewhere.  We were chatting about how when the most life defining moments happen, they are often accomplished with using no force. It's as though the opportunity had been waiting for us forever and we just needed to wait for that perfect timing. I am learning in life that it's all about timing (and I know what you're thinking reading this yes you are exactly right it's all about timing.) Honestly, we often say it, but

Carly Pearce and Chris Burkmenn on the set (Feb 2015) Dear Friends, I am truly grateful to have each and everyone of you as a friend. I value our relationship and truly celebrate in the moments that we have had and the moments that are coming. I wanted to take this time and share with you what it is I am doing. What my passions are and what I feel my strengths are in my life. If you didn't know it, I am an entrepreneur that has worked very hard in developing projects in Nashville. Much for our entertainment, videos for you to watch( thecbex.com ), games for you to play (#WhereinNashvilleisChris, #25DaysofEllen.) It takes a lot of work an innovation for the team that is The CBEX. We work very hard and take countless of hours producing content for your enjoyment. It's truly a passion of mine to interview new and upcoming artists in the great city of Nashville. We empower them by providing an interview and performance. These are names and faces that you may or may

When I think of this life, about who I am and where I am going, I remember one very important thing, My sister. Lindsay has played such an important role in my 27 almost 28 years on this Earth. I remember growing up together as brother and sister fighting with each other constantly, probably being some of the worst behaved siblings. If you knew us then you'd have said gosh they hate each other and they will never ever get along. From huge out bursts or just your typical rolling of the eyes at each other. Growing up and wanting to be away from each other. Remembering when we had our trips back and forth to each set of families(since we come from a divorced family.) Christmas Eve trips to my aunts on my Dads side, then to my uncle on my Moms side. The hustle and bustle of the holidays can bring frustration to anyone. The one thing I have realized about this life is that my sister and I have been through pretty much everything together, the highs and lows of life. We have bee

In a time where social media is at the tip of our fingers. A culture that has been groomed to broadcast their successes, dreams, and experiences; we are given a glimpse into the lives of our peers.  So easily scrolling through someone meeting their favorite celebrity, reaching the finish line(race, cancer, graduation,) achieving a dream(music, acting, modeling.) As friends we share in each others achievements and grieve in their setbacks. We are the first to wish a congratulations, liking a photo, sharing a post. We respond, "That is incredible." Supporting them as a good friend should.  What we don't realize is that while we are seeing our friends broadcast their lives, we don't know the full story. We don't understand what went into those achievements, and sometimes we gain resentment for them. We don't know what people go through in their walk of life. We can't take everything posted on Facebook as their complete success. Perception is everyt