One Day at a Time

In the final episode of the first season of One Day at a Time With Paul A. Henderson, I share a story from my transformative experience in Ethiopia, highlighting the profound joy and resilience found in challenging living conditions. I reflect on the lessons learned from individuals who, despite their hardships, maintain a positive outlook on life. Let’s lock in with gratitude —one day at a time....

In this episode of One Day at a Time with Paul A. Henderson, my wife, Kierra, joins me, and we open up about our journey from Richmond, Virginia to Detroit, Michigan—and how gratitude carried us through one of the most challenging seasons of our lives. We talk honestly about what it was like stepping into a new city, becoming new homeowners, and then immediately being met with one hit after anothe...

Fam, in this episode of One Day at a Time with Paul A. Henderson, I’m diving into a truth that hit me hard as a husband, a father, and educator: Children are imitators. That is why we must live lives worth imitating In this conversation, I unpack how the little eyes watching us often learn more from our actions than our words. Our children, our students, and even the young people connected to us a...

In this episode of One Day at a Time with Paul A. Henderson, I sit down with Command Master Chief Damon Maxile — a man whose journey through the Navy is nothing short of inspiring. We talk about what it really means to lead — not just with authority, but with heart. Damon shares how leadership, mentorship, and consistency have shaped his life and career, and how those same principles can help any...

Fam, welcome to another episode of One Day at a Time with Paul A. Henderson! Today, we’re talking about something that’s been holding a lot of us back— unfinished business. You know what I mean… those goals you started but never finished, that vision you put on pause, or that dream you told yourself you’d get back to “one day.” In this episode, I’m breaking down why we struggle to finish what we s...

In this episode of the One Day at a Time With Paul A. Henderson , I’m diving into a topic that hits close to home — frustration and how it can quietly block us from walking in our purpose. I’ve been there. I know what it feels like to lose a job, to feel stuck, and to wrestle with questions like, “God, what’s next for me?” But I also know that when we evict frustration , we make space for faith, g...

In this episode, we're discussing the themes of purpose and value in life, emphasizing that every individual has inherent worth and a unique purpose. We'll take a look at a quote from my book, Slave No More: Conquering the Master Within: "Take baby steps toward your vision. When recovering from mistakes, life failures, or circumstances beyond your control, celebrate the small victorie...

In this episode, we’re diving deep into the journey of rediscovering the value within—no matter what your past looks like. I’ll share a thought from my book Slave No More: Conquering the Master Within , where I wrote: “Move on from seeing your life as damaged goods and learn to find the value that your life still holds. The scars from your past do not determine the value of your life.” Too often,...

In this episode, I sit down with my older brother — a Commanding Officer in the U.S. Navy — to talk about his incredible journey from the Naval Academy to leading a command focused on talent acquisition. ⚓️ He shares stories from his childhood, what it was like to persevere through the Academy’s grueling challenges, how he overcame one of his biggest obstacles — learning to swim — and how faith,...

Fam! Welcome to today’s episode:  “How to Uproot Bad Seeds In Your Mindset” We’re looking at a thought from my book, Slave No More: Conquering the Master Within : “Your mind is like soil with seeds that have been planted throughout your life.” We’ll look at a few thoughts: Nourish the good seeds to produce a good harvest Uproot the bad seeds of negative experiences and lies Cultivate a mindset tha...

Fam! Welcome to today’s episode:  “How I Overcame Suicide and Rage” In college, I battled suicidal thoughts and anger that followed me into my adulthood—and even strained my marriage. For years, I battled inadequacy and carried pain I couldn’t put into words. But through the guidance of a friend, the wisdom of my pastor, and the life-changing realization of how God truly sees me, I found FREEDOM. ...

Fam! Welcome to today's episode: "He Couldn't Walk—Now He Runs His Own Business" Leg length discrepancy. Disability. Tough college years. Layoffs. None of it stopped Bruce Vann. Hear how faith guided him to build a thriving business and a life on his own terms. Let’s dive in! 🎙️ #newpodcast #overcomingobstacles #overcomingadversity #overcomingchallenges #growthmindset #stayfocuse...

Fam! Welcome to today's episode: "What's In Your Hand?" In this episode, we will look at this thought: "Don't be overwhelmed by the seemingly insurmountable task. Remember the simplicity of taking things one day at a time." We'll look at how Moses used what he had in his hand, and how he used it to accomplish a feat that went down in history. Concurrently, we wi...

Fam! Welcome to today’s episode: “It's ALL About Faith!" In this episode, we are looking at the role of FAITH while taking things one day at a time. We'll work through this thought: I'm taking things one day at a time, knowing that there is an end goal that I'm actively working towards. And I move with confidence knowing that I will achieve my goal. Two questions we must ask o...

Fam! Welcome to today’s episode: “Navigating a Setback.” I’m taking it back to my high school track & field days—when I was running at my best, only to find out I needed surgery that sidelined me for 2 months. 🏃🏾‍♂️⏸️ In this episode, I’ll walk you through how I navigated that season of disappointment one day at a time—and how the process ultimately led me to making the All-State Track &...

Fam! Welcome to today’s episode! Today, I’m sharing from a thought from my book, Slave No More: Conquering the Master Within ."Don't allow other people's thoughts about you or your abilities to hinder you from tapping into your potential." While pursuing your purpose, it's inevitable that others will have opinions about you or your pursuits. But it is critical for you to not...

Fam! Welcome to today’s episode! Today, I’m sharing a deeply personal part of my story — a season filled with unexpected twists, tough challenges, and life-changing lessons. From standing on stages speaking to athletes, to teaching in an alternative school, to finding myself unemployed with a baby on the way… I faced some real obstacles. But through it all, I discovered something powerful: every o...

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