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A few weeks ago, we drove through the tiny town of Lenoxdale, MA. Through winding roads, we passed the local deli, a few small stores and then passed a water treatment plant.  It made me think about the infrastructure that supports our lives. Every town…

Alvester Garnett, an amazing jazz drummer, leads one of the adult ensembles in which I play. He’s so creative and you can actually see him melt into the music as he listens. There are some pretty talented guys in this small group, but as we’re…

In a world where conformity often reigns, creativity is the rebellion that fuels progress and transformation. Our guest today delves into the depths of imagination and creative thinking, unearthing the potential that lies within each of us. Rich Kirkpatrick writes, consults, and speaks about the…

During my life, I’ve had the privilege of working with a variety of trainers. And now, through podcast interviews, I’ve had the opportunity to speak with many trainers and other experts in the realm of exercise and health. There is one common theme, and that…

Transitions can be destabilizing. Think about other big changes you have encountered in your life…the earliest transition I remember is my first experience in a sleep away camp; I was probably 8, and I knew no one.  It was hard, but I finally found my…

You gain wisdom with age, but sometimes it comes hand in hand with a nagging sense of regret. It's like looking back and realizing all the 'should haves' and 'could haves.' I'm thrilled to welcome back a returning guest on the show today, Dr. Barry…

During my life as a Financial Life Planner, conversations often revolved around investment performance, especially after a poor year in the markets.  The central question always arose: How does one measure performance? Is it based on daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, or annual increments? Or is…

As you know, I talk a lot about finding meaning, purpose, and finding your passion in this chapter of life. I have been reading Mind Full to Mindful: Zen Wisdom from a Monk’s Bowl by Om Swami.  In it, he talks about the idea of…