My Thoughts and Articles
Use Negative Emotions, Don’t Lose Them
I was feeling anxious not too long ago. There were a lot of things on my mind. I had several writing projects with due dates approaching. The lease for my apartment was up, and I had to figure out if I wanted to sign a new lease or move out. ...
3 Keys to Personal Growth
Today I want to share a 3-part framework that I use to help people who are working toward personal growth. I use this model in my own life, as well as with clients I’m trying to help. The model involves three key areas of focus: (1) freedom, (2) values, (3) ...
Life is a Marathon, Not a Sprint
A lot of times in life, we take the short view. Something is happening right now that isn’t how we want it to be, and we get frustrated. Our circumstances go up and down, and our mood goes up and down as well. We’re focused on what’s happening right in ...
How to Live with Uncertainty
One of the most challenging things to navigate in life is living with uncertainty. My wife and I are dealing with this right now, as we try to have a baby. We have had trouble getting pregnant, and we’re working with an infertility doctor. But the future is uncertain. We ...
The Importance of Taking Initiative
It's important to take the initiative when working toward your goals. I remember one evening, I was on my train ride home from work. The train was busier than usual, and it was hard to find a seat. I wondered why there were so many people on the train, and ...
How to Listen to Your Body: 4 Keys
One thing I struggle with is listening to my body. It’s tough for me to tune in to my body and listen to it—whether it needs food, water, rest, etc. Not Listening to Your Body Has Consequences Not listening to your body can have consequences. For example, growing up, I ...
