Welcome to the X.

X as in the unique mix of decisions and experiences that will bring you meaning and joy in your next chapter. Think practical tools, a little inspiration and more than a few stories of those who’ve jumped the hurdle.
Relationships
September 17, 2020

Your tribe

There’s so much talk about “tribalism” today. We are attracted by those with whom we agree and shun those with whom we don’t. In Chapter X, open your tent flaps wide to invite as many as possible into your tribe. It’s how we learn, grow…
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Mastery
September 17, 2020

Shame

Maybe technology freaks you out? Perhaps new ideas and new ways of communication make you really uncomfortable. Maybe you feel intimidated by the younger generation who manipulate and master technology with ease. It’s no reason to feel shame.      Think back to your first job…
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Mastery
September 17, 2020

Sampling Change

Do you do the same thing the same way every time? Whether it’s putting on your clothes in a particular order, brushing your teeth with the same hand or driving to a destination on the identical route…it becomes habit, routine, the same… Do you read…
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Meaning
September 17, 2020

A heads-up

I’ve been sending these Chapter X daily emails for a few months now and appreciate the thoughts and comments you’ve shared with me. As part of experimenting to discover the right balance of format, length and frequency, you’ll see some changes coming. Starting this week,…
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Meaning
September 17, 2020

Motivation

“There are two basic motivating forces: fear and love. When we are afraid, we pull back from life. When we are in love, we open to all that life has to offer with passion, excitement, and acceptance. We need to learn to love ourselves first,…
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Meaning
September 17, 2020

Love What You Do

It is said that the key to a successful career is to love what you do. The same applies for your life after work. Of course there are aspects of each that are more pleasant or exciting than others. But in your Chapter X, you…
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Mastery
September 17, 2020

Avoiding avoidance

Some people are naturally wired to dig into a situation, even if it makes them uncomfortable, because the idea of not, is just intolerable. Others are professional avoiders. They will kick the can down the road as long as possible. The reasons are many:         “I…
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LongevityMeaning
September 17, 2020

Peace of mind

Ok, I’ll admit it, I’m a striver. I think I always have been—it’s in my DNA. From wanting to be picked first (or at least in the top 5) for baseball games as a kid, to working my butt off to be promoted to first…
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