Imagine you’re a hermit crab, cozy and safe inside your shell. It’s your home, your protection against the harsh world outside. Life is good. But there comes a time when this shell just doesn’t fit anymore. It becomes too tight,
“Don’t stumble over something that’s behind you.”-Seneca the Younger, Roman Philosopher Throughout our lives, every action we take, big or small, is like a ripple. And these actions—whether intentional or accidental—contribute to the constantly shifting currents that shape our life
Today, distractions are endless, and our everyday connections can feel superficial. Collectively, there’s a societal preoccupation with “looking good,” especially through the idealized glamour of photo filters and social media. But the yearning to be seen and understood for who
I have a new friend. He’s 84 years old. And the other day he invited me out to lunch. So during lunch, I mentioned to him that I really like to know people. Things like what they were like as
Listening to the Wisdom of Your Aliveness In the frantic pace of everyday life, it’s often easy to lose sight of what truly matters. We find ourselves caught up in the external stuff; the expectations of others, societal norms, and
Have you ever thought about what your most valuable possession is? Maybe it’s your home. Your retirement nest egg. Or a treasured keepsake. Of course, it’s different for everyone. Have you ever considered that the most precious possession you have
During a recent Skeen Stronghold call, we had an amazing group discussion that uncovered some profound insights about greatness, change, and embracing one’s unique life journey. Here’s a summary of the key takeaways from this group conversation. Rediscovering Greatness WithinThe
“Nothing happens unless first a dream.” Carl Sandburg From our earliest memories, we’re captivated by the magic of dreams—the promise of a future filled with purpose, fulfillment and joy. Throughout our lives, dreams can stand as bright beacons, lighting our
In our previous blog post, we explored the idea of happiness as a fundamental and universal goal that unites us all. We can imagine that each of us holds a special lens through which we perceive and define happiness in our
“The macronutrients of happiness are enjoyment, satisfaction and purpose.” – Build the Life You Want: The Art and Science of Getting Happier With the holiday season now upon us, I decided to start a blog series about the idea of