Keynote Speaker, Author & Reinvention Architect
Materialism is ephemeral. Meaning is enduring. Meaning, deep meaning cultivated from the authentic expression of ourselves is sticky; it lives within us beyond just memory that says, “XYZ happened, and that’s it.” There’s no emotional charge; there’s no inner feeling of deep satisfaction, contentment, and fulfillment. Think back to something you chased and acquired, some…
I had coffee with an acquaintance yesterday. We actually live in the same town, and it’s a small town, but our only connection was through social media. He reached out and asked if I’d be up for coffee. The idea of meeting and chatting in real life is missing from my life. We grabbed our…
In our lives, we often accumulate a wealth of skills and experiences—tools that, when used correctly, can unlock extraordinary achievements. Yet, much like the evolution of early human tools, these assets are sometimes under-optimized, waiting for that one innovation to transform their effectiveness. From Stone to Handle: A Lesson in Evolution Before the advent of…
“I want to be happy.” Ask someone what they want, and that’s the answer ninety-nine times out of one hundred. It used to be one of my answers, along with freedom. It’s a solid-sounding response that’s hard to argue with; who doesn’t want to be happy? Only one problem, it’s not a solid answer; it’s…
Having a mission of service is one of the most critical components of a meaningful life. It’s my 3rd C in the 3 C’s of Meaningful Reinvention; the first two are Connection and Creation. In Simon Sinek’s vernacular, a mission is your “Why?” Why are you taking the actions you’re taking, particularly when those actions…
76% of people die with the same regret. “Not fulfilling their ideal self.” This is from a Cornell study conducted a few years back. The “ideal self” is the attributes you would ideally like to possess, such as hopes, goals, aspirations, or wishes. It’s the forsaken dreams, romantic interests not pursued, and choosing the “safe”…