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I sat in the dentist’s chair this morning, listening to the dental assistant bemoan the end of summer and how unhappy she was about the arrival of fall and cooler weather. She asked how I felt about it, and I shared my love for autumn…

Life can be either a raging river or a meandering stream. Sometimes it’s filled with fury, excitement, engagement, and adventure. Other times, it’s calm, peaceful, relaxing, and slow. Both states make up our lives, and both are needed to find balance. As human nature goes,…

I love asking questions. I equally love hearing the answers and the perspectives hidden within the words. It’s probably one of the things I like best about hosting the Chapter X podcast. Here are a few questions to ponder: How do you feel about your…

Imagine the possibilities when men come together in a supportive atmosphere. In the Chapter X community, I’ve seen firsthand how this freedom allows us to be our true selves—and that’s where real growth happens.  Today, I’m excited to introduce you to Bodhi Aldridge, a man…

The other day, I received an email containing a variety of stories to browse. One that caught my eye was a Reader's Digest article titled, “How to Make Friends as an Adult—and Keep Them.” Certainly, a topic that many have pondered. The gist of the…

Those of you who have been following my writing over the last several years know that I have a granddaughter, Laila, who was born at 1lb 6oz almost four years ago. Thankfully, she is healthy and wonderful and one of my three shining stars! We…

I talk a lot about preparing to live your best life—all the positive expectancy around living this time of your life with vigor, meaning, enjoyment, and curiosity. However, I’ve probably overlooked the idea of preparing for failure. What happens when we devote time and energy…

As children, everything is new. We have wide lenses that take in all kinds of impressions. A simple walk in the woods can turn into an epic adventure—we notice everything, from the sounds of a nearby stream to the calls of birds, the shapes of…