Your Fellow Human

Have you ever been reduced to a label someone else gave you? Today I want to introduce you to Michael, Michael and I met back in December by the pool in Tahiti, I was ending a trip and he was just beginning what would be a 6 month adventure he had planned a couple years for. We chatted briefly and stayed in touch, I got to see his adventures and as he made his way back to New York we met up again...

What if you weren’t what people expected you to be? Today I want to introduce you to Daniel, Daniel is someone that at first glance you notice a tall strong man, maybe one that you can’t read right away, maybe you even have an idea of what he is like… I want to invite you to listen to this, to listen to Daniel as he shares life and how it has impacted him  Speaking to Daniel gave me in so many way...

What does it feel like when someone speaks well of you? Today I want to introduce you to Liliana, Liliana is this beautiful free spirited human, one that defines well with her actions what it is to respect another and be willing to ask or give space for the why behind who someone is Liliana and I got to spend some time together in Palermo, and in addition to those times being filled with laughter...

today is a short message from me; today I turn a year older and as it brings up thoughts and an odd sense of settled peace; I wanted to share some thoughts and some of the way things have felt over the years. My hope is that they will remind you wherever you are, however old you are, you've got this. sincerely, your fellow human  we grow and evolve over time, and our story gets chapters added to i...

What do you think would make the world a better place? Today I want to introduce you to Claudio, Claudio and I met in Palermo and I was instantly aware of his cheerful spirit and kind heart Claudio like my guest last week was also managing the space at Ostello Bello and graciously carved out some time to let me share a bit of his easy going, kind, and positive heart with you We chat about why trav...

What if curiosity didn’t kill the cat? Today I want to introduce you to Maura, Maura is someone that has this way about her, you know those people that are able to multi task impressively well, and those people that are able to make you feel as though you are the most important person when they speak to you… Well, cue Maura, she works hard at what she does, but she is at the same time so able to s...

Today I want to introduce you to Max, Max is one that has this genuine warmth about him, you know those people you meet that just make you feel as though they value getting to know you and actually want to hear what you have to say; well that’s Max Max is the type that will make a meal for someone else, the kind that will listen, and the type that has space to truly connect with someone else We ch...

Today is just a short episode on what I feel defines success; call it the sister episode of my recent thoughts on failure, but this one is short and sweet and I'd love to know if it resonates with you so tune in and shoot me a message when you've tuned in sincerely, Your fellow human

When was the last time you felt seen?  Today I want to introduce you to Lisa, how I met Lisa is almost as unique and fun as she is, but however life brought this human into mine, I’m so grateful (full story of how we met in this episode😉) Lisa is one of those people that you meet and feel as though your faith that life is getting better as you get older, is possible, that being a parent actually...

Do you ever feel out of your league; or do you really think we are all just on the same lever? Today I want to introduce you to Justin, in addition to being a part of the community at my local co working space R5, Justin is someone I have come to know and enjoy conversation with. Whether it be when we are supposed to be working, or over lunch, Justin is one who views himself and humanity as simply...

Have you ever been questioned for doing what was right for you? Today I want to introduce to Kate, I’ve had the honor of knowing Kate for some years now, and from the first time I met her until now, she continues to be someone I admire and respect both in how she runs her business and how she shows up in the world We chat about what defines success for her, how it is not just financial but is more...

What if you stopped and truly smelled the flowers? Today I want introduce you to Alex, a self proclaimed optimist, a girl that will make you feel like who you are is exactly who you should be, and a human that embraces life for all it was meant to be We chat about her time as an elite rower, the dedication and commitment to what it meant to be a part of that team, and how her time in Australia in...

We all start out unable to succeed, but we all start out able to succeed But what does that mean for how you live your life? Today I wanted to share just a few thoughts on what and how failure has played a role in my life lately and why taking on tasks that initially make us feel inadequate, is something I believe we all need to do more of.. So tune in today for a short episode and a little look i...

Have you ever felt like being an introvert was a weakness? Today I want to introduce you to Laura, the center to our Oreo on my recent time in Scotland, and more importantly someone that loves to say yes to the adventure of life This is possibly one of the most raw and fun chats I’ve ever had as we recorded this on a late night drive through Scotland, a drive with near fatal moments, hunger, and a...

What would it look like to hold space for someone without judgment, without expectation, and with a genuine desire to remind them of their value? Today I want to introduce you to Charyse, Charyse is one that beautifully shows up with love and light, one that gives so genuinely of her space to others, and one that I believe is impossible to not fall in love with We chat about what it means to be vu...

Should you pursue happiness or success; or are they the same thing? Today I want to introduce you to Esther, Esther is a truly special human, one I got to meet a few years ago diving in Mexico. There are some people that you meet that make you feel as though you are enough, like you are seen, and that you are wanted; Esther is one such soul I’ve had the pleasure of camping and diving with her and...

Is your first thought usually your most authentic? Today I want to introduce you to Andres, Andres is a passionate soul, one that focuses his time and presence on authentically experiencing not just those around him or where he is, but also life itself Andres and I met a few years back on a project in Mexico and I knew him back then to be someone who was gentle and kind, someone who was conscious...

What if you didn’t pursue a dream because someone else said it wasn’t the right time? Today I want to introduce you to Valentina, Valentina is one of the incredible humans I’ve had the pleasure of getting to know during my travels to Bolivia, she is a sweet, full of life, and INSANELY talented Bolivian cook as well. Valentina invited me back to her restaurant Phayawi to try her new tasting menu an...

Have you ever been told that pride or confidence as a woman is a negative thing? Today I want to introduce you to Alejandra, a woman that I believe every woman, young and old, needs to hear from, and of course for the men in this world as well Alejandra is a human that has chosen to let her life serve purpose, to have meaning, to impact others, and most importantly, to enjoy what and who she has b...

How do you balance the reality of living in this world with the fragility and preciousness of life? Today want to introduce you to Molly, Molly is one of the women in my life that I gained an instant respect and appreciation for. I have found it hard at times to see women standing both confidently as themselves AND compassionately holding space for others, women that do not apologize or shy away f...

have you ever had someone share something with you that made you think; "I'm not sure you should have said that" today I have some very short thoughts on the matter, simply because, the matter seems to keep coming up; I hope that this is a reminder to pause before we speak to someone else about our opinions and a reminder to not worry as much about others opinions when they do share them there are...

What if you weren’t defined by what you experienced in life? Who might you become if the world only saw you for who you chose to be? Today I want to introduce you to Brittany, Brittany is one of the sweet humans I’ve had the pleasure of meeting in my travels but get the additional treasure of actually living near her Brittany is one that can make you feel welcomed and heard, one that has joy she i...

What happens in our mind when we see someone new? What creates a desire to say hello and what holds us back from starting a conversation? What part does the fear of what comes after hello play in keeping us from making a new connection? I want to share some thoughts on my recent experience in Japan and invite you to join me in this conversation on socials in the comments of this episode  it's a sh...

Have you ever wondered if you are here for a reason? If your life was meant to be lived or if it would be cut short? Today I want to introduce you to Sam, Sam is one of those humans you meet and instantly feel the freedom to laugh a little more around, one that it’s ok to not always have an answer around, and one that reminds you of the value of being fully where and with who is in front of you We...

What if you understood your fear for what it really was? What if it wasn’t known by the name you gave it but something else? Today I want to introduce you to Peter, Peter is one of that fabulous humans I’m here in Japan with and he has been an absolute joy to get to spend time with and now I get to share a bit of him with you guys We chat about how emotion exists in all of us and how if we are luc...