Everybody has a story…and I want to hear yours

I’m writing a book.

For the past couple of years, I’ve been sharing my own stories about resilience and mindset, sometimes weaving in stories from others as well. I’ve also been open about where inspiration comes from: books, podcasts, conversations, a walk outside, even my

Peloton instructor.

Based on your thoughtful comments and messages, I don’t plan to stop writing those kinds of stories. But I do want to go beyond my own experiences and hear from you, or from someone you know, who has lived through something hard and come out stronger.

Maybe you endured a season that changed you.

Maybe you set your heart on a goal and reached it because you believed in yourself.

Or maybe life unfolded very differently than you expected, and only in hindsight did you realize you achieved a dream you didn’t even know you had.

Last year, I had a realization of my own: when I was truly clear and focused on what I wanted—whether it was a promotion, a financial goal, or a physical challenge like training for a triathlon—I found a way to make it happen. And when I fell short, it was usually because my focus wasn’t where it needed to be.

I know many of you have stories like that too.

You may be carrying a story you’ve never put into words.

Or one you’ve downplayed because it didn’t feel “big enough.”

Or one that shaped who you are more than anyone realizes.

I collect stories of resilience, and I would be honored to hear yours.

This isn’t about growing my client list or creating opportunities for myself. This is about you and your story.

If this sparked something for you and you’d like to share a piece of your journey, my DMs are open. A few sentences to get started is plenty. I read every message and will handle your story with care. Everything shared will remain private, and I’ll only ever share what you explicitly give me permission to share.

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