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You know the old saying, "Man plans, and God laughs." It truly encapsulates life. We humans love to hold onto the idea that we have control, but in truth, we control very little. As we age, we tend to be less adaptable, and change becomes…

I've heard too many men tell me they don't have a meaningful purpose in their lives at this stage.  The truth is, your purpose probably isn't hanging from a tree like ripe fruit, waiting to be picked. Finding purpose is a process of exploration—trying new…

As if navigating through Chapter X isn’t challenging enough, what do you say when confronted with the question: “What do you do?” Saying, "I'm retired," doesn't seem to mean anything. Saying, "I used to be a..." doesn't feel right, either. While the question is 'normal,'…

When we find something that drives us forward, life takes on new meaning and fulfillment. But true fulfillment isn’t just about traditional success—it’s about discovering joy and purpose in our everyday experiences. Today, we explore this path with a guest whose resilience and purpose have…

You might remember that several years ago, I had the immense privilege of having Parker Palmer on the podcast. I’d been a fan of his writing for many years and having him on for the conversation was a lifetime highlight. I copied the following from…

Ever had a friend recommend a book that completely captivated you? That's exactly what happened to me. My friend Bob suggested this book written by a college acquaintance of his, and I decided to grab a copy.  As I flipped through the pages, I found…

I have been carrying around the desire to get a master's degree for as long as I can remember. Both my father and uncle were dissertations shy of their PhDs, and I had only achieved a bachelor's degree. Even after getting my CPA certificate, I…

I watched a video in which someone asked the question, “What’s the cost of kindness?” The answer came back, “Being kind doesn’t cost a thing!” The reality is, showing kindness pays the greatest dividends to both parties. In our world, where there are such divisions…