Free Yourself from This Destructive Mindset
Once upon a time, our daily existence was consumed by a desperate struggle for survival. Homo sapiens was not yet born. Our ancestors were little
July 28, 2021
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Personal Growth
Spread Love and Joy, Effortlessly
A while back, I walked into the lobby of a hotel that was serving as the headquarters for a major national youth sports competition. Athletes
July 23, 2021
Personal Growth
The Clown’s Secret to Happiness
Every circus has a clown. Their role is uplifting. They bring relief and humor, breaking the tension between sword-swallowing, fire-breathing, lion-taming, and high-wire balancing. They
July 22, 2021
Parenting
Balancing Work and Life
How many times have you complained about not having a good work-life balance? The funny thing is, you hardly ever hear anyone complain about having
July 19, 2021
Parenting
Break the Work-Life Conflict
Our ancestors integrated work, family, and community seamlessly. We can learn from them to secure our own work-life balance and happiness. Though I’ve written before
July 17, 2021
Personal Growth
Be Who You Want to Be
We need to get out of our own way. Only we stand between our current reality and our future desires. Think about it… Do you
July 12, 2021
Roddy's Reflections
Lessons in Happiness from a Furry Friend
I was walking up the steep path that led away from the beach. Deep in thought, I hardly noticed the woman walking toward me. As
July 9, 2021
Parenting
“Have Fun”: A Tiny Greeting with Huge Impact
I’m an executive coach who helps my clients achieve elite mental and physical performance. Most of my time is spent doing serious work, with serious
June 9, 2021
Personal Growth
The Battle You Must Win to Succeed!
Despite our many differences, modern humans share a common failing: We consistently handicap our own best efforts, with disastrous consequences. Which one of the following
May 25, 2021
Your Magnificent Brain
The Power of Love
I spend my days working with senior business leaders—CEOs who are determined to bring their very best into their roles as organizational leaders. Trained as
July 22, 2020
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Unstoppable YOU
Can you remember a time when you were unstoppable? There have been several moments in
The Invisible Self
Life is a delicate balance between taking care of yourself and taking care of others.
The Nature of Personal Growth (or The Road to Consciousness)
Mary* was in tears. She had come to me in desperation. You wouldn’t know that