Reality Minus Expectations: Embracing the Space Between

Several weeks ago, I signed up for Navigating Transitions, a new coaching certification course from Modern Elder Academy (MEA). Given my experience guiding high performers through transition, I thought it might be too rudimentary and not stretch me. But instead, I've found myself fully immersed, uncovering insights and…

When Our Identities Die

This essay was originally published on my Substack, Where the Road Bends, where I share long-form essays on conscious change and life transitions. Jesse stared into the camera, his face illuminated by the soft morning light streaming through his LA apartment. Despite our decade-long friendship and the casual setting—complete…

How Much Is a Year of Your Life Worth?

This essay was originally published on my Substack, Where the Road Bends, where I share long-form essays on conscious change and life transitions. Earlier this week, I spent time with a prospective client, an executive who had dedicated the past decade to building a wildly successful company. In 2022, the…