On December 31, 2023, I posted a video on my social media explaining that I’d be taking January off from social media to recharge, refocus, and quite my mind. If there’s a thesis statement to this post, it’s this. Take time off if you’re addicted, but set boundaries if you’re not. And that’s it. Was it refreshing? YESWas it life-changing? …
Rough air is normal on most flights. It’s quite rare you get one that is completely smooth. January 28th, I was on a flight from Knoxville, TN, to New Haven, CT, and it was raining from south to north through the entire flight path. That makes for a gloomy, long ride. We don’t have many direct flights to begin with, …
As I sit on United Airlines’ smallest airplane on the planet headed to Connecticut for work, I find myself having mild anxiety. We left late. It’s tiny in here. The run to the next gate feels like a mile ahead. It’s a lot. I’m not home. I’m away from my wife, my kids, and my desk. I’m packed into a …
This piece was in today’s 1440. Caucus DayFormer President Donald Trump won the Republican caucus in the Hawkeye State yesterday, garnering 51% of the votes after caucusgoers faced icy temperatures and cast their ballots for the first test of the 2024 presidential primary season. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis came in second place (21.2%), ahead of former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley (19.1%). Entrepreneur …
As I sit down to write this, I can’t help but feel a sense of sadness and disappointment in the recent legislative changes in Tennessee. These laws, which have garnered much controversy and debate, have cast a shadow over our community and the image of the Church. I’m not here to debate politics. Those that know me well know where …
Can’t stop now. As we uncover purpose, it’s crucial to remember that it’s not a static, unchanging thing. Instead, our purpose evolves and grows with us, as we learn, experience, and develop new passions and skills. To fully embrace and nurture our purpose, I’ve discovered several key practices that can help us along the way: As we continue our journey …
In my previous post, I shared my journey of personal transformation, describing how I’ve grown and evolved. But, as we all know, life is a never-ending journey, and with each new day comes new challenges, obstacles, and opportunities for growth. Recently, I’ve found myself facing a new struggle: the quest for purpose. As I continue to walk down this path …
As I sit here today, sipping my coffee, I can’t help but feel a sense of gratitude and wonder. My journey lately has been a winding road, filled with challenges and triumphs, but throughout it all, I’ve felt a guiding hand leading me towards transformation. It’s difficult to pinpoint the exact moment when it began. Perhaps it was while working …
Have you ever wondered why some people seem to effortlessly maintain good habits while others struggle to stick to their goals? Well, the answer may lie in the way we speak about our habits. You see, our words have a powerful effect on our actions and behaviors. When we speak about our habits in a negative or self-defeating way, we …
