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3 Daily Habits of Very Successful People

3 Daily Habits of Very Successful People

Leadership and Personal Growth

I believe there are two things in life: results and crappy excuses for not achieving results. As a society, we’ve gotten really good at giving excuses and readily accepting them. I’m not vilifying our society—our days are more jam-packed than ever and it seems like we...
How Positive Thinking Impacted My Life

How Positive Thinking Impacted My Life

Leadership and Personal Growth

How Positive Thinking Impacted My Life In February 2006 I suffered a massive stroke. It nearly killed me and the blood clot it formed almost totally wiped my cerebellum. The doctor said the fact I endured such a major health event and was able to walk and talk...
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Garden is really coming along! 27 tomato plants in Garden is really coming along! 27 tomato plants in the beds along with squash , cukes, English peas , green beans and much more…. Happy Mother’s Day everyone!
Life has a way of throwing us curveballs-unexpecte Life has a way of throwing us curveballs-unexpected setbacks, disappointments, and moments that make us question our path. But here’s the truth: setbacks aren’t forever. They’re not the end of your story, but the beginning of a new chapter. Every challenge is an invitation to rise, to dig deep, and to transform fear into the fuel that propels you forward.

When fear whispers that you can’t, remember: it’s just energy waiting to be redirected. Harness it. Let your doubts become determination, and your setbacks become stepping stones. You have the power to rewrite your narrative, to turn every obstacle into an opportunity for growth.

If you’re ready to break free from fear and step boldly into your next chapter, my new book, Turn Your Fear into Fuel, is for you. It’s available now on Amazon. 

Want to learn more? Visit fearintofuelbook.com and start your transformation today.
Standing in front of Winston Churchill’s childho Standing in front of Winston Churchill’s childhood home with my new book “Turn Your Fear Into Fuel,” I’m reminded of how even the greatest leaders faced fear-and turned it into courage. Churchill once said, “Fear is a reaction. Courage is a decision.” His journey began right here, and it’s proof that fear can be the spark that ignites greatness.

We all encounter moments when fear threatens to hold us back. But what if, instead of letting fear paralyze us, we use it as fuel to propel us forward? We each possess the inner strength and resilience to overcome obstacles and achieve our biggest dreams, if only we dare to act despite what scares us.

That’s exactly what my new book, Turn Your Fear Into Fuel, is all about. If you’re ready to stop letting fear hold you back and start using it as the driving force to achieve your dreams, this book is for you.

Don’t just be inspired...take action. Grab your copy of Turn Your Fear Into Fuel today and discover practical tools, real stories, and the mindset shifts you need to transform fear into your greatest asset.

Grab your copy on Amazon here https://loom.ly/fgl6ez4 or explore further at fearintofuelbook.com.
Hey everyone! I’m super excited to share that I’ll be speaking at DSU Europe this June in Amsterdam!

If you’re planning to be there, let me know!  Looking forward to an amazing event and seeing some familiar (and new!) faces. 

See you in Amsterdam!
A beautiful spring weekend in the garden! Everyone A beautiful spring weekend in the garden! Everyone have an amazing week!
One of the greatest things about publishing my lat One of the greatest things about publishing my latest book is all the stories people have shared with me about times when they transformed their own fear into fuel. It's empowering. It's inspiring. It's hopeful. 

I want to offer y'all a chance to share your story, too. Visit the page link here and scroll down to enter your own empowering journey from fear to fuel, and if you've read the book, don't forget to leave us a review!

Go here to share your story today! https://loom.ly/9yBtkUY
Fear is something we all face. It’s universal ye Fear is something we all face. It’s universal yet still deeply personal. With Turn Your Fear Into Fuel, I didn’t just want to write a book; I wanted to start a conversation. 

Fear has a way of holding us back, keeping us stuck in the shadows of what-ifs and doubts. But it also has the power to propel us forward, to teach us resilience, and to help us overcome. It’s that duality of fear—the way it challenges and transforms us—that inspired me to share my stories and thoughts around fear.

Over the years, I’ve learned that true connection happens when we share our experiences and find common ground with others. It’s in those moments of vulnerability and openness that transformative change takes root. That’s why I’m inviting you to join me in this conversation. 

I want to hear your stories—about the fears you’ve faced, the obstacles you’ve overcome, and the lessons those moments taught you.

If you’re willing, I’d love for you to share your story with me at fearintofuelbook.com. 

Over the coming months, I’ll be sharing these stories with my audience as we delve deeper into what it means to turn our fears into fuel.

Your story matters. Your voice matters. Together, let’s show the world that fear isn’t just something to conquer—it’s something to embrace and transform into strength.
Enjoy this time with your family and loved ones. H Enjoy this time with your family and loved ones. Happy Easter, everybody!

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