The Dreams of Batkid!

Recently, I traveled to San Francisco for some adventuring during Thanksgiving. I did have many adventures, though encountered so many more things to be thankful for than I had expected. Namely, the Batkid! While I know that this story happened way back in November and is an event sure to be emblazoned on every citizen superhero's radar by now, I find myself reflecting on it daily. While in SF, I came across the various locations where the Batkid's valor had taken place. Though I had not been there a few days earlier to actually witness it, I was definitely moved by the story. While being a true superhero does not necessarily warrant a cape or mask, the desire to "save the day" is what resonates so deeply here for me. The Make-A-Wish Foundation and city of San Francisco have certainly created a heroic moment, joining forces to help make another's dream come true (something we should keep in mind for our own efforts.) But when I hear that "saving the day" is an actual dream for a child, like young Miles Scott (aka Batkid), I feel a little stronger, a little wiser and certainly thankful.

Our hero! Batkid saves the day in San Francisco

CS ALERT: The Superheroes of Boston

At the moment of greatest darkness can shine the brightest light.  In the face of the recent horrific bombings at the Boston Marathon, citizen superheroes from all walks of life materialized from the smoke and rubble to, literally, save the day!  It was not a self-serving moment, nor one for recognition or even in the name of a country or belief system...it was simply reflex.  It was compassion in the rawest form.  Runners who had run 26.2 miles (a distance that leaves most physically and emotionally spent) ran an additional few miles past the finish line to give blood at the local hospital.  Bystanders, instead of fleeing in the opposite direction of the blasts and carnage hurried to serve those with injuries, though they had absolutely no medical training.

  The people of Boston, MA and the attendees of the marathon are a people to emulate, and not because it was acting in a time of crisis, but because it was an act of grace and love and support and unity.  They are a community of citizen superheroes that show us what we can be capable of when coming together.  We can only be at our strongest if we act in this way during crisis, but also (and especially) regardless of crisis.

"In times of crisis, we come together and we help one another.  Moments like these, terrible as they are, don't show our weakness, they show our strength." - District Attorney Daniel Conley (in a press conference following the bombings.)

  Crisis can be our greatest teacher and not for the sake vengeance or hopelessness, but for a change in ourselves.  Be absolutely everything you can be and rise to the moment.

Take care of one another, -Citizen Superhero

Thank you for your support

"Heart is what wins battles." - CYCLOPS

Citizen Superhero Project 4th Anniversary
Hey superheroes,
Citizen Superhero turns 4 years old this month!  WOW! Thanks to all of the amazing individuals out there who give of themselves for a better world.  Every minute is a chance to explore and ignite the citizen superhero in each of us.

Now, more than ever, is the time to join our forces and strive to become our greatest selves.  Show your support for the CSP by joining us on facebook.  We look forward to the next four years of serving the greater good.

Here's to saving the day...everyday!  ONWARD!

-Citizen Superhero

CS ALERT: Brave Rooney

Check out this new project, ‘Brave Rooney,’ on your iPad or iPhone.  It's a story about an ordinary boy who somehow ended up enrolled in a school for superheroes. It looks like a lot of fun! Let us know what you think.

CS ALERT: The Charles Schulz Philosophy

This is the personal philosophy of the late Charles Schulz, creator of the 'Peanuts' comic strip and fellow citizen superhero.  It is a true testament to his amazing superpower for making others see joy in the world and greatness in themselves.  You don't have to answer the questions. Just ponder on them...

1. Name the five wealthiest people in the world
2. Name the last five World Cup winners
3. Name the last five winners of the Miss UK pageant
4. Name ten people who have won the Nobel Prize
5. Name the last half dozen Academy Award winners for best actor and actress
6. Name the last decade's worth of Wimbledon winners

How did you do?

The point is none of us remember the headliners of yesterday.
These are no second-rate achievers.
They are the best in their fields.
…and…
Applause dies
Awards tarnish
Achievements are forgotten
Accolades and certificates are buried with their owners

Here's another quiz. See how you do on this one:

1. List a few teachers who aided your journey through school.
2. Name three friends who have helped you through a difficult time.
3. Name five people who have taught you something worthwhile.
4. Think of a few people who have made you feel appreciated and special.
5. Think of five people you enjoy spending time with.

Easier?

The lesson: The people who make a difference in your life are not the ones with the
most credentials, the most money...or the most awards. They simply are the ones who
care the most!

'Don't worry about the world coming to an end today. 'It's already tomorrow in Australia!'

''Be Yourself. Everyone Else Is Taken!"

CS ALERT: Super Power Yoga!

Discover your practice...
Find your balance...
Take care of your self...
Save the day!

FILM SPOTLIGHT: The Dark Knight Rises!

The much-awaited closeout to Christopher Nolan's Dark Knight Trilogy releases TOMORROW, Friday, July 13th in theaters!!!
"Nearly a decade after taking the fall for Harvey Dent's death and disappearing into the darkness, a fugitive Batman (Christian Bale) watches from the shadows as the Dent Act keeps the streets of Gotham City free of crime. Meanwhile, an elusive cat burglar seizes the chance to strike, and a masked anarchist plots a devastating series of attacks designed to lure Bruce Wayne out of the shadows. Determined not to abandon the people who he once risked his life to protect, The Dark Knight emerges from his self-imposed exile ready to fight." (excerpt from fandango.com)

Starring: Christian Bale, Anne Hathaway, Tom Hardy, Marion Cotillard, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Michael Caine, Gary Oldman, Morgan Freeman

Click here to check movie times & locations and to get your tickets!!!  Enjoy and write to us with a review.  We'd love to know what you think...great, good or just plain ugly!

Here's to saving the day...everyday!
-Citizen Superhero

THE AVENGERS Movie: Get your tickets!

Hey superheroes!

The much anticipated Avengers Movie releases this weekend (opening night: Friday, May 4th) in theaters!  It is not-to-be-missed as many of our Superhero Wisdom of the Week authors, such as Iron Man, Captain America, The Mighty Thor, Hawkeye, and Sgt. Nick Fury, along with the Incredible Hulk and Black Widow join forces for the greater good!

Click here to check movie times & locations and to get your tickets!!!  Enjoy and write to us with a review.  We'd love to know what you think...great, good or ugly!

Here's to saving the day...everyday!
-Citizen Superhero

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

The Citizen Superhero site turns 3 years old this month!  Thanks to all the superheroes out there for helping to keep us in existence and for embracing "the way" of the citizen superhero.  Recognizing your true potential as a superhero and what you are capable of on a daily basis is what CS is all about.

If you would like to be on our mailing list, please email us at citizensuperhero@gmail.com and let us know.  We also encourage you to partake in our blog with responses to posts and welcome your own superhero quote contributions (include the source if you have it handy.)

Here's to using our powers for the greater good and to saving the day...EVERYDAY!

Pass it on,
Citizen Superhero

CS ALERT: "Waiting for Superman"

It's about time that we recognize this film.  Superheroes...Education...Action...YES!  *****

CS ACTION ALERT: MY HERO PROJECT

Click on the link above to visit myhero.com and find out how to pay tribute to those who have served as life superheroes for you.  This is an amazing resource for those of us to give homage to those individuals who have so greatly influenced and strengthened us through their words and actions.

Citizen Superhero Alert!

MEN, this month grow a super beard or moustache or goatee or fu-man-chu to join in the team effort for MOVEMBER- a movement to help stand up to and "face" prostate cancer and other serious evil diseases and ailments which threaten men's health and the greater good of mankind each day!  The Movember Foundation (www.us.movemberfoundation.com) is an accredited organization that raises funds and awareness each year at this time to support men's health.  It's not too late.  There's still time. So GO MO!
Register here:
http://us.movember.com/register/details