David:

First, thanks for your kind acknowledgement of my very minor role in all this.  My inspiration came out of my ongoing association with you and the other world-class thinkers who gather under this interesting professional tent that  Becky has built.

Second, Deep appreciation for your sharing of personal stories that really nail the concept that sometimes we are better off not knowing:)

I think that is the lesson behind now knowing.  We are more willing to try things when we do not know everything we could know about those things.  Life is lived one day at a time, but when we worry about doing something, we usually cover a much broader scope.  I hope those beginning their leadership journeys are listening to your words.

Third, Thanks a heap for reminding me of my own mostly-dishonored intentions to try "this Yoga thingie", as I call it.   It does not look painful, so I am taking a deep breathe and jumping in (figuratively, of course):)

As for your ending question, my wife often reminds me that I have been "stepping in it" for three decades plus now that she is personally aware of, and probably was before we met:)

Clear skies and smooth sailing ...

John