In today’s society, it feels as though our divisions run deeper than ever. So many people and communities are feeling fractured and disconnected. Compassion seems to be in short supply, replaced by a growing inability to care for or respect one
“Don’t ask yourself what the world needs. Ask yourself what makes you come alive, and go do that, because what the world needs is people who have come alive.”– Howard Thurman I believe that within each of us is a
For eight years, Bronnie Ware worked as a palliative care nurse in Australia. She provided compassionate care and physical, emotional, and spiritual support to people facing the end of their lives. She documented her deep, personal conversations with patients in their final
“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