Jack Skeen

“I think everybody should get rich and famous and do everything they ever dreamed of so they can see that it’s not the answer.” Jim Carrey, actor and comedian What does it mean for something to be mine?  I suppose it

Ever known someone who is seemingly caught in a continual cycle of drama, moving from one crisis to the next without missing a beat? Some people are prone to creating an endless drama loop. In their world, drama offers a

What exactly does it mean to be “crisis-prone?”  The reality is, we all go through periods in our lives when negative things happen to us, sometimes in a cluster or streak of bad events and outcomes. But some people just

Here’s a quick story that I shared with the Skeen Stronghold group this past Monday. As I was driving home last week, a simple moment of clarity struck me.  I realized that I really wanted a roast beef sandwich.  Not

“Within you, there is a stillness and a sanctuary to which you can retreat at any time and be yourself.”  – Hermann Hesse One of the books that I’ve recently been using as a teaching tool is Ordinary People as Monks

Last week during the Skeen Stronghold, we explored the power of fierce conversations and how transformative they can be in our personal and professional lives. We discussed how these honest, courageous dialogues can lead to growth, understanding, and real lasting change.  But there’s

In our everyday interactions, we often find ourselves communicating on a superficial level, often hiding our true feelings beneath a veneer of politeness and people-pleasing. We choose our words so carefully, hoping to avoid any conflict or disappointment. And in

“The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.”— Mahatma Gandhi Throughout our lives, we’ve all had dreams, both big and small. But some dreams are especially worthy of pursuit—those that transcend personal achievement

What gets you out of bed in the morning? Each morning we wake up to a brand-new day, each of us with a special reason that gets us moving to start the day. And on a cold, rainy or snowy