About Don Charisma

Don Charisma – Blogger, photographer, writer, promoter, scuba diver, web designer/developer/ninja, SEO guru … tinker tailor soldier spy … well, you get the idea, my talents are varied as are my interests …

Don Charisma… because anything is possible with Charisma

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I’m a bit of a phoenix, as my life changes, so do I and the things I focus on and do, I guess it’s much the same for everyone.

“Life has three rules: Paradox, Humor, and Change.

– Paradox: Life is a mystery; don’t waste your time trying to figure it out.

– Humor: Keep a sense of humor, especially about yourself. It is a strength beyond all measure

– Change: Know that nothing ever stays the same.”

Dan Millman, Way of the Peaceful Warrior: A Book That Changes Lives

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(How I Cartooned Myself (c) Don Charisma 2013)

Don Charisma’s Realms

sea,scuba diving,ocean,water,light,diver,underwater,camera,diving,swimming,exploring,blue,blue water,blue sea,blue light,blue camera,blue ocean,DON CHARISMAIn the teaching realm I’m a qualified and certified diving instructor, helping people to learn to dive is fun. What I love about teaching is – what’s more satisfying than helping someone else achieve their dreams and become all they can be ?

tools,diy,do it yourself,hammer,carpentry,construction,wrench,repair,work,carpenter,service,builder,screwdriver,handyman,set,wood,build,workman,spanner,equipment,repairman,fix,maintenance,brown work,brown wood,brown building,brown construction,brown tools, DON CHARISMAIn the practical realm I’ve been an engineer fixing boilers and designing central heating systems. Not many a tradesman’s job that I can’t do or haven’t done. Whilst I can be incredibly creative, I can also be incredibly technical. So art + geek, or any degree in between.

ingredients,cooking,preparation,spices,knife,food,kitchen,cook,cuisine,wooden,homemade,prepare,recipe,traditional,board,preparing,chef,tools,brown food,brown kitchen,brown cooking,brown tools, DONCHARISMAIn the thought realm I’ve also been an engineer fixing bank’s humongous computer systems, building new parts and adding a little creative sparkle where possible. I like to fiddle, play, hack, build, create or what-ever-you-like, with software and hardware, DIY in the world of technology, love it! Cooking up ideas in the thought kitchen, ideas-chef, sometimes I am 😛

buddha,buddhism,statue,religion,asia,spiritual,meditation,believe,figure,meditate,contemplation,reflection,spiritual exercise,prayer,rest,force,relaxation,heat,sitting,beautiful,warm,psychic,mentally,holzfigur,DONCHARISMAIn the spiritual realm I’ve explored myself and my mind through channels like meditation and relationships. I believe in God, but I’m not religious. Knowing myself and taking responsibility, I know are key. Also “let it be, let it change, let it go.”. So simple wisdom, “KISS”, ie Simple Stupid !

 

DON CHARISMA,mac,freelancer,macintosh,macbook,laptop,computer,iphone,workplace,google,self-employed,blogger,internet,seo,investigationIn the internet realm I built a successful company that SEO’ed number one for quite some time, all my own doing… well a little help from my family and friends. Right now we’re doing well on Google etc with DonCharisma.com and DonCharisma.org

DONCHARISMA,business,cash,coin,concept,credit,currency,finance,financial,gold,golden,isolated,market,money,background,pound,savings,pounds,stock,wealth,single,brown background,brown business,brown money,brown finance,brown companyIn the financial realm I’ve been involved in property, I’ve worked for employers and traded the financial markets, I’ve made money, I’ve lost money. Making money isn’t so hard, keeping it, now that’s a challenge:) Financial freedom and passive income would be nice, but for most of us it’s hard work that keeps the bank manager at bay.

DON CHARISMA,children,silhouette,cheers,forward,positive,view,joy,light,bill,holidays,cheerful,enthusiasm,expectation,hope,future prospects,outlook,presentation,ray of hope,perspective,star,sunset,birds,clouds,sky,colourfull,wave,water,mirroringIn the future realm it’s not always certain for any of us. The best of both worlds is to be do something I love and make a decent living doing it. That said, happiness trumps wealth, for me, almost any day of the week, so I’m happy doing something I love, like blogging 😀

My Blog My Way

This is my personal blog for things that interest me, from the mundane and everyday, to the very exciting and fun. Art, design, geek, writing, photography, videography, improv and opinions … oh and did I mention I love watching movies, and my life wouldn’t be the same without music.

BUT Overall, Charisma is “what it’s about”.

If you’ve found this page I hope you enjoy what you find here, and I wish you happiness and success in your life.

Most of all I hope that some of you reading this will become friends. WHY? Well, it’s not possible to have “enough” good friends, the world is a far far better place for those that like us and probably wouldn’t turn without those that love us 😀

Thanks for reading,

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1,263 thoughts on “About Don Charisma”

  2. Hey Don, Thanks for the follow! I like what I read and see so far – you have an easy-going style and a lot – A LOT-
    of content which I look forward to exploring. Cheers

    David Roddis

    1. You’re welcome my friend, my blog changes from day to day, I’m pretty easy going, sometimes I push the envelope a little, helps keep things interesting

      1. Woah is right! I never imagined bloggers would be so generous as to share awards with me, so I may need to figure out a new format to house them. The good news is that I didn’t write “awards ❤ thank you” all at one time; I just keep updating the page 🙂 Have a great weekend, Don.

  7. Hey Don, thanks for the follow. It’s not everyday I get a new follow seeing as I’ve been inactive for a while. Would really appreciate if you actually read some of my posts (though some are actually thoughts on the political situation in my country) and chip in a few words. I feel like there’s a lot to learn from you and, yea, I’m a computer buff too, though not nearly as experienced. :D. Did I say thanks for the follow?

    1. You are very welcome my friend … currently trying to clear a big backlog of comments, so I’ll drop by when I get some time … did I say you’re welcome ?

  10. I see you followed jarnianconfederation.wordpress.com. Until further notice I’m not posting there anymore, but Jarn’s story is continuing on Fridays at homecomingbook.wordpress.com, my main blog.

  11. Hi Don! Thanks for following me at istirthepot.wordpress.com! I’m also working on iamjodiwilliams.wordpress.com, where I’m documenting my attempts at creating my own economy. I checked out your sight and I really like it! You’ve got some interesting info and I can’t wait to check it out some more.

    I hope all is well and good in your world,

    Jodi

  13. Thanks for following our blog post. Are you interested in spiritual things? Also, you have a good eye in photography. I personally take a lot of pictures of my kids in sports. Anyway, thanks for finding our blog.
    Dave

    1. You’re welcome Dave … yes have in interest in spiritual things but not religious, photography as you can see is one of my interests … speak soon ?

  19. Thanks so much for stopping by my blog and for the follow! I will definitely learn a lot from you so I’m looking forward to see more posts!

  22. Thank you for the follow as well 🙂 I can never tell how people stumble across my little niche, but I’m glad that they do!

  26. Thank you for following my blog. It may get a bit mad sometimes, but hang on for the ride.
    I can identify with many of your philosophies and I think change is good. A bit scary, but good.
    Looking forward to exploring your website and reading your blog posts.

  28. many thanks for having visited my blog – yours is also very special! Wow. Good stuff. Have a great week. fil

  37. Hi Don
    I see you list Dan Millman’s book – Way of the Peaceful Warrior – fab book. Life is a constant change – the more we work on ourselves, the better we become – if we want too of course. That’s choice.
    Gayle

  39. Thanks for following The Well-Dressed Branch. I’m intensely curious about what appealed to you. I’m fiercely independent about marketing myself and my blog, insisting on doing everything wrong from that perspective, so I know when people find me it’s a God-thing. Many blessings to you in all your endeavors.

    1. You’re very welcome 🙂 … curiosity they say killed the cat … hmmm, tough one really, but I reckon it’s a winning colour scheme that has me following a blog !

      Marketing, take time, it’ll learn itself 🙂

      Happy Easter

      Don

  42. Thanks for following me in the Lightbulb Lab! Love the Most Influential Person, EVER award – I agree! Take care 🙂

  43. Thanks for the follow – what made you pick it up? Or is it all just an automated bot programme? your content looks funny – just trying to get my head around how wordpress blogs work. Thanks S

    1. You’re welcome … well it was a choice between you and another blog and I liked the colours better on your blog … take time WordPress does take time to get used to … hope see you soon, warm regards DC

  45. Terrific site. Honored that you followed me. I Love your photography but especially your caricature. It’s so cool! Best wishes!

  47. Thanks for following my blog. I originally did not expect anyone to follow it because, after all, it is only a personal blog, and I am not that credible of a person. Your blog seems interesting; I will be looking forward to your posts, especially photography!

  48. Thank you for following my Blog. So far mine has been a rather sad little blog and one that has now created a major controversy – don’t know why. I will try to widen it and make it lighter. I’ve enjoyed what I’ve seen of yours so far. Thank you

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