Intentional Living focuses on living life by design, personal fulfillment, mindset, self-care, wellness, and work-life integration. It is about pursuing dreams and making intentional choices aligned with your values.
(And Wouldn’t Let Go) When I first started planning my trip to Japan, I wasn’t thinking about intentional travel in Kyoto—my heart was set on Tokyo. I wanted to experience the city’s energy, stand in the shadow of Mt. Fuji, and soak in that contrast between cutting-edge modern life and ancient tradition. But somewhere in …
We’re in the Midst of a Disrespect Epidemic It’s honestly a shame that, as grown folks, we even have to talk about this. Respect. Decency. Common courtesy. These aren’t new concepts—they’re the basics, the kind of things we were taught (or should have been taught) as kids. And yet, here we are, in boardrooms, public …
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Why Faith Means Showing Up Anyway Tasha Cobbs Leonard’s book, Do It Anyway, is about one word. That word is faith. The book is Tasha’s testimony—her journey of trusting God and what He has enabled her to accomplish in life. She shares personal challenges, takes on projects in which she has absolutely no knowledge or …
The Art of Betterment Without Ego Personal and professional growth are buzzwords we hear all the time. Yet, they often carry a subtle undertone of competition and comparison. In a world that celebrates hustle culture, it’s easy to think that leveling up includes stepping on someone else’s toes or losing your perspective. But what if …
Let’s Get Real About Work-Life Balance. It’s Not What You Think. There, I said what I’m sure most of us have realized: there is no such thing as work-life balance. Is it bullshit? Not quite. But it’s an old concept that’s been: – Promoted for years – Doable (they said) – Never achievable (reality check) …
Embracing Growth, Evolving Relationships, and Killin’ It in the New Year This could be you and me—two friends, a glass of wine in hand, keepin’ it real about what it takes to grow, thrive, and let go. You: So, it’s a new year. Can you believe it? This is going to be my year—I can …
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Reflections on The Color of Law What happens when your carefully constructed image of success begins to crumble? Mark Gimenez’s The Color of Law isn’t just a gripping legal thriller—it’s a profound exploration of identity and authenticity. As I followed the story of A. Scott Fenney, a high-powered attorney whose fall from grace forces him …
Embracing Power Can I have an honest conversation with you about power? It’s incredible how one little word can generate fear in people. Just reading the word probably stirred something in you. Maybe a slight hesitation? Perhaps a little voice saying, “Isn’t it a bit… much to talk about power?” Or maybe you’re thinking about …
The plane touched down, and I could hardly contain my excitement. Finally, I was in Egypt, a place I had dreamed about for so long. It was the middle of the night, and the warm air wrapped around me as I stepped out, ready for adventure. For as long as I can remember, Egypt has …
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