by CJ McClanahan | May 21, 2026 | Blog
As an empty nester, I find myself feeling something I couldn’t have imagined a few years ago… boredom. <> No longer are my days filled with shuttling kids between practices or attending school events. Now, I find myself looking at an empty weekend...
by CJ McClanahan | May 14, 2026 | Blog
I spent a substantial portion of my professional life saying “yes” to just about every opportunity that crossed my path. <> I was obsessed with being liked and hated the idea of letting anyone down. The downside to this behavior was a packed schedule full of...
by CJ McClanahan | May 7, 2026 | Blog
Caught feeling fear after reading the headlines? Relax. It happens. Here’s what to do next. <> Over the weekend, I read a long article about the future that left me a little rattled. After finishing, I wondered… Is there anything I can do about this...
by CJ McClanahan | Apr 30, 2026 | Blog
Overachievers argue that learning more concepts is better — and math would agree. But, is it true? <> Would you rather be introduced to 10 new and interesting concepts or master 1? The simple math would indicate that more is better. But is it really? The...
by CJ McClanahan | Apr 23, 2026 | Blog
The world can feel angry and loud. However, there is a quiet truth that your feed won’t show you. And, the truth is kinder than you think. <> I’ve spent the last 22 years advising hundreds of high-achieving professionals. Along this journey, I’ve learned a...
by CJ McClanahan | Apr 16, 2026 | Blog
Overachievers are taught early to “grade” situations as either good or bad. Here’s the problem with labeling impermanence. <> We (humans) tend to label things in life. Our boss is a “jerk”, clients are “difficult”, or life is “hard”. The...
by CJ McClanahan | Apr 9, 2026 | Blog
It can be hard to quantify trust. However, here are three simple ways to help build it with your team. <> Trust is a powerful currency.With it, you’re able to persuade others and make progress towards your goals.Without it, you’ll struggle to get even the...
by CJ McClanahan | Apr 2, 2026 | Blog
Dare we to hope that how we think and interact with the world changes it? <> A few weeks back, I completed an online course titled, The Anatomy of Gratefulness. (I highly recommend you check it out. Compelling content, self-paced and impactful. All the details...
by CJ McClanahan | Mar 26, 2026 | Blog
Overachievers teach themselves that with enough effort, they can achieve certainty. Sound familiar? <> Ambiguity is a tricky place to sit.We humans believe that with enough effort, analysis, spreadsheets, and ChatGPT, we can achieve absolute certainty.This...
by CJ McClanahan | Mar 19, 2026 | Blog
Is pursuing moments of wonder a gigantic waste of time (money), or the key to discovering what you’ve actually been chasing this whole time? <> I’ve been challenged to look for more awe in my world. When I think of this word, it’s hard for me to imagine...
by CJ McClanahan | Mar 12, 2026 | Blog
Transactional relationships ask, “What can I get?” But what if true contentment starts with a different question? <> Most people approach life wondering…. “What can I get?” We focus much of our energy on acquiring things (new kitchen, car, clothes,...
by CJ McClanahan | Mar 5, 2026 | Blog
For overachievers, releasing the need for perfection is a constant work in progress. <> I’m in the middle of a short online course called The Anatomy of Gratefulness (which I highly recommend) and recently completed a section on the topic of imperfection. This...
by CJ McClanahan | Feb 26, 2026 | Blog
The risk of “busy” is losing track of your (extremely valuable) commitments. <> I think you’d agree that most people seem busier than ever. One reason for this increase is the sheer number of new opportunities we’re presented with each day (watch...
by CJ McClanahan | Feb 19, 2026 | Blog
Getting lots of tasks done feels good, but is it really moving you toward your goal? <> “What’s the best use of my time?” Are you prepared to answer that question? Most people aren’t. Most open their laptops, dive into the workday, and the next...
by CJ McClanahan | Feb 12, 2026 | Blog
Tell me honestly: do you believe anything good can come from minus 5 degrees? <> It’s cold outside, and there’s nothing I can do about it. Yet I still find myself complaining about the wait for my car to warm up in the morning (it showed -5 a few days ago). ...
by CJ McClanahan | Feb 5, 2026 | Blog
This one simple question will transform how you see your goal, your mission, your day. <> A few weeks ago, one of my favorite authors, Dr. Stephen Post, released a new book called Pure Unlimited Love – Science and the Seven Paths to Inner Peace. I can’t put it...
