Bula from Fiji! It’s my first time flying out since the pandemic in March 2020, my first time here, and also my first time in the South Pacific. I’m here to tick an item off my bucket list — to dive with big sharks! I’m writing this from Pacific Harbor, famous for encountering up to 9 different shark species – including the predatory bull and tiger sharks! Both sharks are considered dangerous and reportedly responsible for unprovoked attacks on humans.
Some of you might be wondering why Fiji.
I flew in for the sharks, but I am falling more in love with the place as the day passes. Think of the movie Moana. The people here are warm, friendly, and definitely, relaxed! Since they love watching Filipino telenovelas and movies, they become more courteous and smile from ear to ear when they find out I’m Filipino.
The dive site is in Beqa Lagoon, a protected marine reserve. We were only six divers yesterday, and we saw over 40 bull sharks, grey reefs, black tips and an indo-pacific lemon shark circling as we were doing our safety boat before climbing back up to the boat.
Safety divers using a long pole to guide the sharks away:
What’s on your bucket list?
Fun fact: “Bucket List” as an expression came from the 2007 movie “The Bucket List.” It’s the idea of creating a list of experiences before you die or ‘kick the bucket’, as Americans would say. Not sure or overwhelmed by what should be on your bucket list? Try this: close your eyes and ask yourself – “Before I die, I want to….”
Having a list is like setting goals and helping you focus on attaining them. It doesn’t have to be a travel destination. It can be starting your own business, climbing the Himalayas, learning a new language or skill, digital detox, etc. You can update the list regularly. Create one now, and you’ll see them ticked off quickly as the Universe grants you your wishes. The list will keep you dreaming, motivated and excited, or in other words, keep your vibrational frequency up! And that’s what we need to manifest quickly!
As you manifest, you may be surprised to find what else the universe reveals to you. What you manifest can also evolve as the universe hears and opens up even more opportunities to honor your highest and truest form.
Wishing that through the stress and chaos of your every day, what you manifest is what will help you bloom.
See you when I get back.
In loving service,
Rosan
