My Very Best Writing

#1 Six Ways to Thrive Before You Die

The goal of this journey isn’t to merely survive our time on earth. The goal is to thrive in our limited time here. So that at the end of the road, we are full of memories and experiences that leave us satisfied with the journey. So, what’s the key to thriving?

#2 The Blessing of Uncertainty

Uncertainty in life is never welcome. When uncertainty shows up she is smoking a Marlboro Red and drinking a warm can of Natty Light. She is pissed off. She doesn’t bother to remove the cigarette butt from her lips before she tells you to kiss her ass. But, learning to appreciate uncertainty and the clarity it brings is one of the key lessons of life.

#3 The Importance of Delayed Gratification

People who learn to manage their need for immediate gratification will thrive more in their careers, relationships, health, and fitness. But, it’s hard. We aren’t wired to watch one episode of Yellowstone at a time. And, today we are surrounded by more debaucherous temptation than a toddler in a candy aisle. If it’s hard for adults, imagine how much harder it is for kids. But, does delaying gratification really matter?

#4 Who Do You Spend Time With?

As we travel through the various seasons of life, there is a dramatic shift in who we spend our time with. We develop relationships with friends, family, co-workers, partners, etc. But, how does our commitment to these constituencies change over time-and why?

Hint: get used to being alone.

#5 Why Are Millennials So Darn Unhappy?

The oldest Millennials will turn 40 years old this year. Yes, the kids are all grown up but they’re unhappy. Many millennials are lonely, burned out and depressed. But, why? This is the most educated, upwardly mobile generation in American history. Yet, the Millennials struggled more than any other age group during the pandemic.

#6 How to Die With a Big Fat Smile on Your Face

Research shows that when people turn age 65, one-half get happier. The other half get sadder. The reality of life is that the more successful you are, the sadder you are likely to be later in life. Most people assume it’s the “retirement blues”, but it’s way bigger than that. So, what is causing successful people to become so melancholy later in life?