Welcome to the X.

With the sudden burst of warm weather, Spring became Summer—at least for a few days.  The result was an explosion of flowering trees, bushes, and plants. My neighborhood became a canvas of color. The beauty of this natural spectacle was so stunning that it left…

Are you ready to make a change but don't know how to start? In this episode, Philip Pape breaks down the barriers and shares practical advice to begin your transformation towards weight loss, improved fitness, increased strength, and a longer, healthier life. Philip Pape is…

Ordinarily, I would avoid this expression like the plague. ‘Man-up’ implies the idea that rather than working through feelings, pain, remorse, or other emotions, one should simply layer on a coat of impervious armor and carry on. I can’t think of anything more destructive to…

We have all felt weighed down by the burden of expectations. But today's episode will challenge that notion and show you how expectations can be transformed into a powerful tool for living your best life. Joining us is a remarkable guest who has dedicated his…

For many, the transition into Chapter X is filled with fear and trepidation. In some cases, that fear alone is enough to keep you from moving forward.  You know, that internal voice that says, “Well, I’d like to retire, but I’m comfortable with what I…

Time in Chapter X is a precious thing. After all, we have no idea when we will run out of runway or when our situation changes, which alters our ability to do the things that light us up. It’s equally important to have activities in…

Max Friedman has spent his career uncovering and writing about the lives of others, but with his newly released book, he turns the focus onto his own family's past. Painful Joy tells the story of Max's parents, Sam and Frieda, who were Holocaust survivors that…

Have you heard of Norman Vincent Peale’s book The Power of Positive Thinking?  The title alone suggests that when we expect positive outcomes, our attitudes, actions, and beliefs align accordingly. The opposite is also true—if we anticipate failure, misery, or troubles, we're more likely to…