My nephew Lucas was the definition of a miracle. The question is not whether miracles exist. The question is whether or not we will open our eyes to the miracle as it unfolds each day. You and I have a responsibility to each other – to never give up. I broke this promise. Chance events…
Thoughts on Russia and Ukraine: A Lesson in Overcoming Complacency
History is made every day. I woke up and learned that Russia had officially invaded Ukraine. I froze. Images on Television unable to be unseen. A tank runs over a car with a civilian. Purposely. And then in reverse, plows over the vehicle again. Targeted brutality outside of the purview of the battlefield. An interview…
Assuming Responsibility: Freedom Comes With Responsibility
We are afraid of freedom. You may think this statement is absurd.How can freedom be something to fear?But freedom requires the assuming of responsibility. We think freedom is the very thing we need; that it is our god given right!But do we show freedom that we want it?Have we respected the forces that bring us…
Gender Identity – Lessons From Sidney Falbo
Sidney Falbo, your life has forever changed our own. You lived courageously with passion and conviction. Fearlessly claiming the right to freedom in gender identity and sexual orientation. You have shined a light on this world that will never be dimmed. Giving us permission to be released from our physical limitations, and to live as…
Prayer For The Addicted
For those that share my story and have battled with addiction, this is my prayer for those in the battle. This is my prayer for the addicted: You Are Not Alone The only ones who can truly know how we feel and what we are going through are those that have been in our shoes….
Journeys in Mental Health
The Most Difficult Drug Addiction to Overcome is That Of… The most difficult drug addiction to overcome is in my opinion, an irrelevant question for those of us that have battled addiction. The answer is subjective. Addiction isn’t the catalyst, it’s the result. The Truth is, the most difficult drug addiction to overcome is any…
Live Each Day As If It Were Your Last
How Would You Live This Day If It Were Your Last Day On Earth? What would you do, what you say, how would you live this day, if it were your last day on earth? It’s an important question. It cuts through all the unnecessary bullshit. The story of life and of human existence is…
Lived Experience as Expertise – My Career Journey
Lived Experience as Expertise – Reflection On My Career Development Journey Lived experience creates a life & career narrative that when reflected on, with meaning and purpose applied, will prove more valuable than formal education. If you own the experience, take responsibility for it, grow from it, and become a better human being because of…