February 20, 2025
Grief, Growth, and Resilience: Rebuilding Your Future with Purpose
How the Present Shapes the Past: The Psychology of Meaning Life often feels like a series of disconnected events, but what if the way we experience the present actually shapes how we remember the past? According to psychologists Dr. Roy Baumeister and Dr. Kathleen Vohs, present events draw meaning from their connection to future outcomes. […]
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February 13, 2025
Why Instant Gratification Is Making You Less Happy And What to Do About It
For years, I’ve watched people—myself included—chase something they call happiness, only to end up feeling more unfulfilled than ever. The problem? Most people aren’t actually seeking happiness. They’re hooked on pleasure. Pleasure and happiness are not the same. Yet, in today’s fast-paced, dopamine-driven world, they’ve become so intertwined that many don’t even realize they’re chasing […]
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February 6, 2025
Is Life Fair? Why Fairness is a Flawed Concept and What to Do Instead
Fairness. It’s a word we hear constantly. From politics to business, relationships to sports, the concept of fairness is thrown around as if it’s a universal truth. But what if fairness is just an illusion? The problem with fairness is that it’s entirely subjective. What feels fair to one person might feel completely unfair to […]
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January 30, 2025
Why Forgiveness Frees You More Than Them
Trust is the foundation of every meaningful relationship, whether personal or professional. Yet, trust is also fragile—it can be broken through intentional harm, misunderstandings, or unmet expectations. When that happens, forgiveness becomes essential for healing and moving forward. Forgiveness isn’t easy, but it’s necessary—not for the other person, but for ourselves. One of the most […]
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January 23, 2025
Why Resilience is a Muscle You Must Train Every Day
Language is one of humanity’s most remarkable tools. It shapes how we perceive the world and even influences how we create our reality. Recently, I discovered that the word “abracadabra,” often associated with magic, has roots in the Hebrew phrase meaning “as I speak, so I create.” This revelation deepened my appreciation for the power […]
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January 16, 2025
Small Steps, Big Joy: How Progress Fuels Happiness
In life and business, one truth remains constant: happiness is deeply tied to the progress we make. Over the years, I’ve realized that progress isn’t just about achieving monumental goals or reaching the finish line. It’s about the small, consistent steps that move us closer to our purpose. Without progress, we stagnate—and that stagnation often […]
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January 9, 2025
Living a Values-Driven Life: Aligning for Resilience in 2025
As we step into 2025, the world feels more uncertain than ever. From economic shifts to societal changes, navigating these headwinds can feel overwhelming. Yet, I believe that clarity in our core values can serve as a compass, guiding us toward resilience, fulfillment, and a sense of control amidst the chaos. At the heart of […]
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January 2, 2025
Five Keys to Building Momentum and Purpose in the New Year
As we step into 2025, I’ve been reflecting on what it takes to not just survive but truly thrive in the face of challenges. The world feels more uncertain than ever, with economic shifts, political tensions, and societal change. Yet within this uncertainty lies a powerful opportunity to create alignment, purpose, and growth. One of […]
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December 26, 2024
Thriving in 2025 – The Power of Clarity and Completion
As we stand on the brink of a new year, I find myself reflecting on a principle that has carried immense weight in my life: clarity equals velocity. It’s simple yet profound. The clearer we are about where we’re headed, the faster we can move in that direction. But here’s the catch—clarity isn’t always easy […]
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December 19, 2024
How to Align, Even When You Disagree: Lessons in Leadership and Trust
Collaboration isn’t always easy, especially when you’re working with people who challenge your ideas, approach, or even your values. However, I’ve learned that some of the most transformative growth happens when we embrace the tension, lean into discomfort, and seek alignment rather than agreement. Whether in competitive sports, business, or life, true collaboration requires a […]
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December 12, 2024
Preparing for an Uncertain Future Without Fear
Life has an uncanny way of presenting opportunities for growth when we least expect it. Over the past week, I found myself in diverse and transformative spaces, from addressing seasoned business leaders to witnessing the raw potential of youth leaders. Along the way, I was reminded of a fundamental truth: how we show up in […]
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December 5, 2024
How to Embrace Differences Without Losing Connection
In a world increasingly divided by politics, gender, and identity, I’ve been reflecting on the concept of equality. It’s a topic fraught with complexity and emotion, but it’s also one that has the power to unite—or divide—us deeply. The truth is, I don’t see equality as something that fits neatly into a box. Equality isn’t […]
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November 28, 2024
What Are We Really Fighting For? Navigating Relationship Conflicts
Relationships come with their fair share of disagreements. After years of navigating the ups and downs of marriage, I’ve learned that conflicts are inevitable—but they aren’t necessarily bad. The real challenge isn’t avoiding fights but understanding what’s beneath them. Often, it’s not about the dirty laundry, the missed text, or even forgetting an anniversary. The […]
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November 21, 2024
Finding Clarity in a Politically Charged World
In today’s world, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the constant stream of political and media-driven noise. With so much focus on what’s going wrong, it’s tempting to get caught up in the drama, especially when it comes to political changes in countries like the U.S. that inevitably ripple into our lives here in Canada. […]
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November 14, 2024
5 Essential Keys to Thriving in a Partnership
Navigating life together with your partner—especially if you work together—brings unique challenges. It’s not always easy, but I’ve learned that real strength in a relationship isn’t about avoiding disagreements or trying to blend into one person’s approach. It’s about maintaining respect, clarity, and resilience through the ups and downs. In our partnership, Steffany and I […]
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November 7, 2024
Life Transitions: Rediscovering Our True Selves
Who are we if not for the roles we fill? It’s a question that has surfaced time and again, especially when I speak with people in transition. Whether they’re retiring, transitioning to an empty nest, or leaving behind long-time careers, the uncertainty about who they are beyond these roles can be unsettling. Many find their […]
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October 31, 2024
Focusing on the White Space: Overcoming Negative Self-Talk
Have you ever found yourself focusing on just one small thing that’s going wrong, to the point that it becomes the center of your thoughts? Imagine a blank sheet of paper with a tiny black dot in the center. Despite all the vast white space surrounding it, our minds gravitate to that single dot, zoning […]
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October 17, 2024
Unlocking the Cage: How to Break Free from Guilt and Shame
I’ve worked with countless people over the years, and one thing I’ve noticed is how often we hold ourselves back. We get stuck in invisible cages—self-imposed limits created by feelings of guilt, shame, and regret. These emotions can become so ingrained that we don’t even realize they’re shaping our decisions, behaviors, and overall approach to […]
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October 10, 2024
The Two Wolves: How Your Thoughts Shape Your Reality
In today’s fast-paced and unpredictable world, we all face moments where our mindset is put to the test. The story of the two wolves—a tale of the battle between negative emotions like anger and envy, and positive qualities like love and compassion—resonates deeply. It reminds us that our mindset, the thoughts and beliefs we choose […]
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October 3, 2024
Success, Failure, and Everything In Between: Learning From Life’s Paradoxes
Life is full of paradoxes. We often think we know what’s best, but sometimes what seems like a curse turns out to be a blessing, and what we perceive as a blessing can carry hidden challenges. It’s this uncertainty that makes life so dynamic and unpredictable. Learning to accept that two opposing things can exist […]
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September 26, 2024
The Power of Community, Culture, and Environment
This past weekend, I was reminded of something essential: the power of community, culture, and environment in shaping our mindset and success. We often hear about the importance of surrounding ourselves with like-minded people, but it’s not just a cliché—it’s a fundamental strategy for growth and resilience, especially during challenging times. Over the years, I’ve […]
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September 19, 2024
Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: Embrace Your True Potential
For much of my life, I’ve wrestled with imposter syndrome—the feeling that I wasn’t qualified enough or that sooner or later, I’d be exposed as a fraud. Despite reaching significant milestones, whether in business or coaching, the doubt would creep in, whispering, “You don’t deserve this.” It’s a familiar voice for many of us, especially […]
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September 12, 2024
Embracing Life’s Unexpected Lessons: The Three Ps and a Frozen Bird
Life has a funny way of throwing curveballs at us, doesn’t it? One moment, you’re soaring high with ambition and joy, and the next, you’re knocked to the ground by an unforeseen challenge. It’s in these moments of struggle, when we feel frozen in place, that we have the opportunity to learn some of the […]
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September 3, 2024
When You Change the Way You Look at Things, The Things You Look at Change
In life, we often find ourselves caught in cycles of routine, reacting to the world around us without truly understanding how our perceptions shape our reality. A quote by Dr. Wayne Dyer has resonated with me for years: “When you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change.” This simple […]
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August 29, 2024
Are You Still Rowing? The Balance of Effort in Relationships
As we wrap up the summer, I find myself reflecting on the dynamics of relationships, especially in the context of the times we live in. This past season has been full of joy, travel, and connection, but it’s also brought to light some important insights about how we navigate our relationships, both personal and professional. […]
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