“Man suffers only because he takes seriously what the gods made for fun.”—Alan Watts My client, Jon, asked if we could meet for lunch in Asheville, NC. He was flying in from Austin on a buddy’s plane and said he needed a face-to-face session. I could already sense it: struggle. I chose a fun tapas…
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Stay Wild With These 3 Practices
There is a dangerous myth in the world of business and art that tells us we cannot stay wild—that despite our creative spark, we must eventually grow up, settle down, and optimize every single inch of our lives. We are taught that to be truly successful, we must become highly efficient, predictable machines. But what…
Get Your Spark Back & Reclaim Your Creative Energy
There is an unfortunate phenomenon in our modern world that can stifle our creative energy: a silent war against our own feelings. From a young age, we are taught to suppress what stirs within us, ensuring that every move we make is backed by our more logical minds. We are told to put our intellect…
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Get Lost to Find Your Way Again
When was the last time you abandoned routine to get lost? Traveled somewhere out of your ordinary or tried a new experience? When our days become too predictable, the well of our imagination starts to run dry. We lose our edge. We forget how to be surprised. Sometimes, the most powerful thing you can do…
Unlock True Intimacy: For a Good Time, Call a PhD
Do you possess the courage for true intimacy? Sometimes, the most profound lessons about life and connection emerge from the most unexpected moments. Take, for instance, a sweltering summer night back in ’86, where a chance encounter in a crowded bar led to an unforgettable message. What started with a yellow mini skirt and some…
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Why the Trap of “All Work and No Play” is No Way to Spend Your Day (or Your Life)
I, like so many of us, can be guilty of “all work and no play.” I truly love my work. It draws me in with the promise of meaning and momentum. But I’ve discovered that a life lived entirely within the margins of productivity eventually loses its ink. Without the spark of the unexpected, the…
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