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. Good morning Don! I was just alerted you are following my blog which has been a long time on hiatus:) I appreciate your taking the time to review let alone follow it 🙂 You are one creative guy and hope to learn more about you along the way.
    Blessings and Kind Regards,

    CJ

    1. Hey Valentine, I’m sorry I’m behind on a lot of comments at the moment … best place to share your work is my “please share yourself here” page, it gets a lot of traffic, as it’s the top post on my blog, on sticky 😀 warm regards Don

    1. You’re welcome … my father is big into astrology, and I just posted a crab as a symbol for cancer the crab on one of my posts … so yes

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

    Mine is quite the same “Surrealism, derision and (chinese) Yi Jing 😉

  8. Hi Don,
    Yes it is a WordPress site, but I don’t have Jetpack installed. The follow button is something I don’t have at present, but will get one added shortly. If you want to subscribe to the newsletter (register in right hand margin), there will be one going out each week with latest blogs – just got to sort out the template!
    Richard

    1. Hey Richard, thanks for the info. I generally prefer to see my blogs in wordpress reader, so I’ll wait, give me a shout back when you’ve added … cheers Don

  15. Hi Don thanks for following my blog you have much to teach I love what you say about the reflection in the mirror of oneself being the one and only person who will experience everything you will. Thats great . Best of luck Don!

  16. Appreciate your following my blog. Also testing your Google+ circles theory — will be interesting to see if it works!

  26. Hi Don,

    Thanks for the follow, I hope the audience inspires me to write again soon after my son’s birth. Your page is quite eccentric too, enjoy your day 😉

    1. Hey Dave, You’re welcome 😀 … I’m quite a prolific blogger myself, and what I’d recommend is what I’ve done, just one blog that I blog everything into … there are sometimes reasons for having more than one blog, but if possible keep it as one … I think the other thing people often overlook is the social and promoting side of things, really these days we need to be making connections with other bloggers and following their blogs … hope this helps … warm regards Don

  29. Thank you for subscribing my blog but I’ve just closed it a month ago. I mean that I don’t write anything there anymore. Sorry :-))

  30. Hello Mr/Dr/Prof Charisma!

    I’m very pleased you’ve chosen my blog to add to your clearly eclectic collection – I do aim for some variety in my fiction but clearly can’t compete with the range you already experience in “needlepoint/knitting/women’s fashion/’the axes I use for murdering people'”. But I’ll do my best to add that unique ‘something’ that will keep your internet reading/listening interesting. Thanks so much for following!

    Alison

    1. Hey Alison, so you’re the one that read my FAQ … knew it was worth doing … so you mean you don’t write about axes that you use for murdering people … I am a little disappointed ! … joking of course 😀

  32. Looks like you have pretty interesting experience in your life. I put my eye on your blog. Thank you for visiting and following my blog. Wish you success.

  36. Hay Don…
    Thanks for your follow…
    🙂

    I am honored that you are following my blog…
    Nice day for you 🙂

  39. Hello There!
    I look forward to really diving into your blog. Also, thank you for following my blog at Faith1st Ministries. I hope it has and will continue to be a major blessing in your life. May God richly bless you as you continue to write and blog. Please continue with us on this journey and remember to have Faith 1st because the “just shall live by his faith.” — Sebastian

  45. Your experience,
    Much knowledge is gained.
    Due to health,
    I often falter.  
    Through your kindness,
    I am inspired.  
    I humbly give you thanks.

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