Mind Material

Original essays on the odd connections my brain makes, seen through a Turbo Thinker™ lens, scattered with client session anecdotes and sprinkled with wonder. Come get curious with me.

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Finding Flow in the WTF Moments: A New Take on Adaptability

Perspective shapes reality. Some see disaster. Others discover magic. This is more than resilience or grit – those imply merely surviving. We're talking about thriving.

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The Art of Presence: Finding Wonder in the Deep and the Daily

This state of pure presence isn't limited to extraordinary experiences. As a transformational executive coach and mindfulness practitioner, I've discovered that this same depth of connection, this same dissolution of boundaries, is possible in any human interaction. Whether in personal development coaching or everyday mindful living, the power of presence transforms both coach and client. But it requires something precious: the courage to bring our full presence into someone else's presence.