You can dictate and invent your future. Photo by Andrea Piacquadio from Pexels I hate travel maps with a passion. For some reason, it’s not easy for me to follow maps. I mean the maps you pick up at convenience stores. While detailed, I am not very directionally inclined. It doesn’t help that...

Today was one for me. Photo by Sherise VD on Unsplash It was a rough day — one of those why try type days. I know I’m alive; I should be thankful. Don’t get me wrong, I am. But I know precisely why my day stunk. It’s a repeat of my old high school days where I spent the night before up...

Trying to identify our purpose sucks. Photo by MI PHAM on Unsplash What’s your answer when someone asks who you are? If you are like me, you talk about a career or family. I attended an MBA meet and greet. When asked by a director who I am or what my experience was, I drew a blank. I...

No matter what, you are growing… Photo by mina rad on Unsplash Whether we like it or not, every decision is leading us somewhere. I’ve become more aware as I look back over the years. I don’t do the best with my diet. After years of bad eating, I see the effects. I’m not in shape how I...

It’s simple but not easy.  Photo by Tamara Bellis on Unsplash I love making massive changes. After reading an inspiring book, I’ll make a ten-step plan and start making progress. I mean massive action. But a couple of days in, I’ll fizzle out. It’s like all the massive action reverts to...

Creating an emotional experience can be unforgettable.  Photo by CDC on Unsplash I despised school. I didn’t connect with the concepts, nor did I often feel a connection with a teacher. It didn’t help that I was homeschooled at various times. A few educators throughout my schooling were...

Another week has passed, and it's been good. My birthday is on the 16th. It's got me thinking about how I want to approach the following week. Faith The week was bizarre overall. Although not a bad week per se. It got strange because on Tuesday a man jumped to his death just outside our office. It...

“Nobody expected to die.” Photo by Alexander Londoño on Unsplash The events that took place at this year’s Astroworld Festival were heartbreaking. I’m from the Houston area, and it’s hard seeing that devastation. There will likely be years of investigations and lawsuits. The event saw...

Create routines to empower your habits. Photo by Lala Azizli on Unsplash Routines will supercharge your habits. I read Atomic Habits by James Clear. It’s a great read that I recommend. I am going to share some insights from the book. Some ideas of my own. Along with new research and theories,...

Social media is a total dumpster fire.  Photo by Sammy Williams on Unsplash Mine your own business because my business isn’t for you. It’s a simple truth that’s hard to take at times. It’s the outgrowth of the social media age. We have been conditioned to elevate our opinions. At the same...