Perspective is everything

Perspective is everything

Some of my favorite things include… Enjoying a nice meal at a crowded restaurant Connecting with friends at church every Sunday Going to the movies Just about every day, I hold a (poorly attended) pity party for myself because these activities are no longer a part of...
Life is only about relationships.

Life is only about relationships.

The first person you call/text/email tells a lot about who’s important to you. On 9/11, I called my wife and then immediately drove to my parents’ house.When my dad died, I reached out to my aunt and uncle.While IU was crushing Michigan this past weekend,...
Are you shoulding yourself?

Are you shoulding yourself?

“Could I have done anything differently?”   I’ve asked myself this question on many occasions. It usually happens when I meet someone who’s career (house, car, etc.) seems amazing. I begin to question my path ,wondering… Did I get the right degree?...
Managing Stress: Turn Work “Off”

Managing Stress: Turn Work “Off”

(Download Episode Here) (Subscribe to the Podcast Here) (Connect with CJ) What We Discuss in this Episode: We are more connected than ever. Even outside of the pandemic, this leads to more stress and anxiety than ever before. We give ourselves the worst pain because...
“He Loved Spreadsheets.”

“He Loved Spreadsheets.”

Odds are good that will be etched on my tombstone. I enjoy measuring everything because it clearly indicates that I’m making progress towards my goals. But, as I mature (i.e. – get older), I’m reminded each day that the most important things in life can’t always be...
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