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A library of reflections on leadership, consciousness, and the work of awakening to a more aligned way of being. 

These essays are for leaders navigating the frontier between inner stillness and outer impact.

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Coaching Leadership Philosophy

Living with a Solid Foundation

A first principle is a tautology – a truth that is self-evident, which we end up proving in the very attempt to disprove it. First principles are the solid foundations upon which everything else can be conceived. Which also means that all theories and practices other than first principles are at best a shaky foundation. When we live our lives with a solid foundation, we do well.  There will still be the expected and unexpected

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Coaching Philosophy

Being More Human

I want you to be more human than you have ever been.I want you to experience a genuine feeling of aliveness and deep calm and happiness and a sense of wellbeing and love. I want you to recognize that these feelings are always available to you, and understand why you might not always experience them.I want you to become a conscious creator of your experience of your life. I want you to be creative in

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Coaching Philosophy

Being a Conscious Creator

Most of us live under the assumption that how we feel has to do with what is happening in our lives. What if I told you that it is not true? What if how you feel has nothing to do with what’s going on around you? Would you argue with logic, or would you be open to seeing how that might be possible? If you believe that how you feel has to do with the situation you

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Philosophy

The Ultimate Goal in Life: Does It Really Exist?

As human beings, we often find ourselves pondering the ultimate goal in life. It seems to be ingrained in our cultural conditioning to have a definite purpose or target for everything we do. However, can we assume that the universe and life as a whole share this same perspective? Is it even reasonable to propose that there must be a universal goal?In exploring this question, it is essential to recognize that assuming there is a

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Coaching Leadership

How to Know When to Take Control and When to Go with the Flow

I am often presented with questions about decision-making and navigating through various situations in life. One common issue that people face is determining when to take control and when to go with the flow. In this article, we will explore this topic and provide insights to help you make better choices.Understanding "Going with the Flow"Before we delve into the decision-making process, let's define what we mean by "going with the flow." At first glance, it

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Coaching Philosophy

The Myth of Time Management; And what to do instead.

The Myth of Time Management; And what to do instead Every week, I speak with people from various walks of life, many of whom are managers and leaders in organizations, entrepreneurs and business owners. We talk in confidence about their life and their work, and managing their time better inevitably comes up in conversation at some point or another. As we inquire into their relationship with time management, it becomes obvious that wanting to manage

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Coaching Philosophy

Mentoring vs. Coaching

Mentoring vs. Coaching Imagine you go on a solo trip to a different country. You want to have a good time exploring the mountain roads and the views. You want to interact with the local people and learn about them. You want to get in touch with yourself and rejuvenate. You are excited and you rent out a car for a week. Given that you’re fairly adventurous, you decide to drive in the wilderness and

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Coaching Philosophy

Ignorance vs. Innocence

Ignorance vs. Innocence Only two kinds of people can truly and totally be content and glad to be alive. One is ignorant. The other is innocent. What is the difference, you ask? The ignorant mind hasn't seen anything about life yet. It is oblivious. It is in a state where 'ignorance is bliss'. Utter ignorance, ignorance to a level where one is ignorant of even being ignorant. I've been there - in fact a long

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Coaching Philosophy

The Paradox of Certainty

The Paradox of Certainty Yesterday, I was in a transformational coaching conversation with a high performing corporate consultant and he wanted to work on managing his finances. We talked about how he wanted to create a plan for the future to make sure that everything is taken care of. As we dived deep, it became apparent that he had tried it several times before but with not much impact. He would create plans and budget

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