Proof that the Universe works in mysterious ways — This story is proof that the Universe has a bigger plan for all of us. That there is a guiding force patiently working in the background, guiding us to live an extraordinary life. At least that’s what I believe. Let me tell you why. 117 degrees This story begins in 2018 when…

And what I am doing about it — Last night I made a list of my biggest fears. Here are the top 5 things that scare me: 1. Dancing 2. Public speaking 3. Doing Improv 4. Heights 5. Rejection I made this list so I can start using FEAR as a compass. You might be laughing that dancing…

You might just discover your deepest truth — When was the last time you acknowledged yourself? Or gave yourself credit for what you’ve accomplished? I don’t know if I’ve ever done that. My inner critic tells me that a quick pat on the back will turn into full-blown narcissism. But that’s total BS and I know it. So…

Musings about acceptance and frustration — When I mention the words “sleazy sales tactics”, what do you think of? Maybe it’s your least favorite used-car salesman experience. Maybe it’s the company that keeps emailing you no matter how many times you click unsubscribe. Or maybe it’s the high-pressure, limited-time-only offer that the idiot on the other…

And help you avoid the top 5 regrets of the dying — This is the latest volume of the newsletter I send out every Monday Morning. It’s called Renaissance and is full of learning, inspiration, and dad humor. Click here to become a subscriber if you like what you read below. What I’m learning about 🧠 The four stages of the Flow cycle. Flow is the mental…

Clichés become cliché for a reason. It’s because they have truth embedded in them. “Talk is cheap” and “Actions speak louder than words”. Sound familiar? While overused, these two statements point to a truth. At the end of the day, actions are what matter most. You can have the best…

Here are my brief thoughts on aging — My birthday was yesterday and I had an interesting thought. I realized that right now is the youngest I will ever be. And as you read these words, the same is true for you. You will never be this young again. Ever. This struck me because it’s something that most…

And I suddenly saw the absurdity of pursuing money at all costs — Have you ever said a word so many times in a row so that it starts to sound fake? Bowl. Bowwwwwl. Bowwwwwwlll? This happens to me all the time. And yesterday it happened with a concept instead of a word. Let me explain. I was on the way to the…

Is free and always available — If I could only choose one practice to increase my well-being it would be this. It’s free, always available, and can be shared with others. Neuroscientist Andrew Huberman calls it “forward ambulation.” You’re probably more familiar with the layman’s phrase: “Going for a walk.” Going for a stroll around my neighborhood Has become an important daily practice. It…