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November 14, 2024

Change Your Life, Not Your Thoughts

We’ve all heard the ‘find your why’ advice, but what if it’s not about that at all? Today, my guest is Blair Dunkley, and I’ll keep it simple: this conversation is going to be mind-filling, mind-expanding, and honestly, mind-blowing.  Blair’s here to break down how…
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November 12, 2024

A Smile on the Sidewalk

There’s a reservoir nearby where I like to walk in the morning. It’s approximately 1.8 miles around and is usually populated by mothers pushing strollers, joggers, and those of us in the post-career phase of life. Many smile and say good morning, while others are…
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November 9, 2024

Just Beyond Yourself

I recently attended a workshop at Kripalu on breaking through creativity, led by the incredible poet and philosopher David Whyte. For those who are unfamiliar, check him out; his works are, IMHO, spectacular, meaningful, rich, and inspiring. One of the poems he read is called…
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November 5, 2024

Redefining Failure

When I think back to my work life, I can easily recall my many failures. At the time, they all felt terrible and were filled with self-recrimination and doubt.  But with a little time, I could see how to use the information gleaned from failure…
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November 2, 2024

The Road to Getting Unstuck Starts Here

We are creatures of habit. Some habits, like hygiene, exercise, and healthy eating, are supportive and positive. But other habits, long ingrained in our psyches, might not be. I’m thinking of how we perceive ourselves, our limitations, and our identity in the world. If you…
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October 31, 2024

Why AI Belongs in Your Next Chapter

As a writer, I’ve often heard my peers talk about the “evils” of AI over the past couple of years. But truthfully, I don’t know much about it myself, which is why I’m so excited to talk to today’s guest, Justin Simpson. Justin brings a…
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October 25, 2024

Teaching Men to Connect

Imagine a man who truly wants to connect with his partner. He carefully picks his words, hoping to create that closeness. But somehow, it all falls flat. Frustration builds in his partner, yet he can’t quite put his finger on what’s going wrong. Why does…
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October 22, 2024

Chipping Away

Over the last few years, I’ve become more of an observer of my behaviors and habits. Certainly more than at any other time in my life. I see this period as a kind of “sorting.” What do I need to hold on to, and what…
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