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I recently took an incredible trip, and it's got me thinking deeply about the power of travel, not just as a break, but as a catalyst for personal growth. Today, I want to dive into two key themes that really stood out to me: embracing a novice mindset and building resilience.

Think about it: when you travel, you're stepping into the unknown. You're navigating unfamiliar streets, trying new foods, and maybe even struggling with a different language. It's a crash course in being a beginner again. And that, my friends, is a beautiful thing - It might even be the intellectual fountain of youth!

Travis is a seasoned expatriate and humanitarian worker whose life has been defined by bold transitions and embracing the unknown. His journey from the United States to New Zealand, and many more travels beyond, is not just a story of relocation—it’s a masterclass in navigating change with intentionality, adaptability, and courage.

As a change coach, I see a lot of transferable and even learn-able skills in the experience Travis shares for making a successful life shift.

Recently, I had a fascinating conversation with Sarah, an artist, teacher, and community leader who embodies a truly balanced and deeply fulfilling life.

Sarah is in the retirement age range, but unlike many who eagerly embrace more leisure time—travel, pickleball, and afternoons with no agenda—she finds immense purpose in continuing to do what she loves. Her work is not just a job; it’s an integral thread in the rich tapestry of her life.

She creates art, both for herself and on commission. She collaborates on public projects, working alongside organizations, leaders, and fellow artists to bring creative visions to life to benefit the entire community. She teaches, mentoring young artists and watching them evolve over the years. She is deeply engaged in her community. And on top of it all, she enjoys a vibrant personal life filled with friendships, family, faith, and hobbies.

Her story is a powerful reminder that balance isn’t about rigidly dividing time—it’s about aligning our life’s elements in a way that sustains us.

My recent conversation with the brilliant violinist Kurt (podcast link) about returning to passions reminded me of a moment early in my consulting career. I was at The Lakehouse—a modern, dedicated training facility—having a conversation about the relentless demands of a full-time travel schedule. As seasoned “sky warriors,” we both knew the challenges all too well. She shared a metaphor that has stuck with me ever since: “Life is a juggling act of glass and rubber balls. Some things—like my kids, my health—are glass. Drop them, and they shatter. Other things bounce back when dropped. The key is keeping your closest focus on the glass ones.”

Journey with me as I interview Chris about his college experience learning that he just didn't need to learn the ways he had always been told. With classics like 90's am radio stations, floppy disks, and hip-hop, you will not want to miss this one!

Some people stumble into self-improvement. For Meagan, it was a lifelong pursuit—one that began in childhood and took on new urgency in the wake of COVID-19.

When the pandemic reshaped the world, it reshaped her life, too. Her role was eliminated, forcing her to step back and re-evaluate. But rather than viewing it as a setback, she saw it as an inflection point—a chance to double down on personal growth.

Join me this week talking to Mary! For years, Mary believed her future lay in the traditional business world—an “MBA or bust” mindset. But a pivotal conversation changed everything. She reconnected with a long-buried passion for psychology, a field that had always intrigued her but seemed impractical at the time. That moment of clarity set her on an entirely new course—one that felt more authentic, more her.