Articles
Observations about intentional living, self-leadership, and the hidden patterns
shaping how we experience life, work, and relationships.
The Emotional Hangover: When You’ve Moved On But Your Enthusiasm Hasn’t Returned
You know those times when something upsets you, you work through it, and you're ready to move on—but somehow you still don't feel quite like yourself? I call it the “emotional hangover.” The hurt or frustration is gone, but your usual enthusiasm hasn't quite returned. I've been noticing this pattern in myself lately, and it's given me something interesting to think about.
Are You Living a Life You Actually Enjoy?
You can choose the destination without following someone else’s itinerary for how to enjoy it.
Don’t Confuse the Trigger With The Issue
Sometimes what we're reacting to isn't the real issue—it's just the trigger. Learning to recognize the difference has changed the way I respond to life's challenges.
The Smartest Decisions Rarely Look Impressive
Some of the smartest decisions I've ever made were the ones my ego liked the least. Looking back, they weren't steps backward—they were the bridges that moved me toward the life I wanted.
Every Season is Preparing You for the Next One
Looking back, I've realized that none of my seemingly unrelated careers were separate chapters at all. Each season quietly prepared me for the one that followed.
What a Waste
Three times in my life, people looked at a major decision I'd made and said the same thing: "What a waste." Looking back, I think they were seeing the wrong story.