2017-11-30 13:21
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2017-07-06 14:20
It was a regular Saturday afternoon. I was at the Kiwanis Club enjoying computer time. However, my computer time was different than most other kid’s computer time.Most of the kids were… Read More
2017-06-22 18:09
Hi there everyone!!In grade four, I had a friend who was a bad influence on me. His name was Timmy, and he coerced me into causing trouble, getting myself into mischief, being crude, and eve… Read More
2017-06-06 18:48
Hi there everyone!!It is my understanding that there is much to understand about understanding.It’s not binary – it’s not that we either understand or we don’t unders… Read More
2017-05-25 16:13
Hey there everyone!!I know I’m awesome. I possess many talents, have developed many skills, and have done a tremendous amount of personal growth through various therapies and programs… Read More
2017-05-01 15:11
Hi there everyone!!I’ve just completed a weekend with one of the most inclusive communities I’ve ever experienced – The Contact Improv Regional Jam!When I acknowledged one… Read More
2017-03-30 19:12
Not too many individuals influenced me in life. Number one was Anthony Robbins, and number two was Bill Gates.At the age of twelve, I hunted for my first computer. I had experience on the… Read More
2017-03-17 14:24
Hey [insert your name here]!!I learned to rationalize that anger is not useful. It doesn’t help the situation. In fact, it often makes any situation worse.That suppression has had its… Read More
2017-03-09 16:53
Hey there everyone!!In popular culture, G.I. Joe (A Real American Hero), said “knowing is half the battle”. Actor, Woody Allen, said “eighty percent of life is showing up&r&hell…Read More
2017-02-17 20:55
Coffee ExposureNobody drank coffee in my family when I was growing up. My first exposure to the word “coffee” was on an audio cassette tape of an interview between inspirational… Read More
2017-02-15 21:33
Using my monocular, I scan the room…All of you look so sexy.I can’t wait to see your special tool!Pointing to monocular...This, is the one object I have kept the longest in my l… Read More
2017-02-10 21:46
In grade three, there were several students who would taunt me regularly. They would say things like, “You’re dead” or “We’re going to kill you”.At one p… Read More
2017-01-25 14:13
As a child, I used to visit the Kiwanis Club on a regular basis. There were lots of different activities, singing, and fun games.In particular, I remember everybody getting a “number… Read More
2017-01-19 18:37
Fifteen years ago, I met a very special free-spirited woman that touched my life profoundly. I was extremely attracted to her, and also knew that she had a boyfriend. We would hang out, read… Read More
2017-01-12 16:48
In grade six, our class had the opportunity to live up north in nature together for a week. I didn’t know exactly what that would look like, but I was excited and eager because I love… Read More
2017-01-11 21:12
I’m writing a note about noticing.I notice that when I notice, I’m usually not noticing everything there is to notice.Therefore, what I notice, is by far a skewed representation… Read More
2016-11-29 21:18
I was in grade nine and doing pretty well in school. I had done grade 12 computers when I was in grade 8, and did grade 10 accounting in summer school before high-school started. I was ahead… Read More
2016-11-24 16:37
Hi Everyone!!The great philosopher Plato said, “The beginning is the most important part of the work.” “The beginning is the most important part of the work.” You may… Read More
2016-11-15 17:19
Watch me deliver a moving conversation as part of this Men's Movement Summit.Let’s Move Together and Initiate a Sustainable Global Men’s MovementOn November 19th, 2016 leaders fr… Read More
2016-11-09 12:19
It was a snowy day; the first snowy day I remember as a child. Several of my sisters and my brother went outside to play. We threw snow balls and made snow angels.I quickly noticed that so… Read More
2016-11-02 09:59
A couple years after high-school, I uncovered the benefits of traveling through youth exchange programs. I came across an organization that would allow me to travel to dozens of countr… Read More
2016-10-25 10:39
As a child, I saw various television shows showcasing “surprise birthday parties”, and I thought the concept was so cool.I remember not enjoying my birthdays over the years. It w… Read More
2016-10-18 19:35
Hi there everyone!!Do you have a personal mantra? What is it? Perhaps you have more than one. Or, you may notice that you’ve had different mantra in various phases of your life.Many pr… Read More
2016-10-15 15:37
Begin.Behave.Believe.Beware.Behold.“This story began five years ago; took a funky idea and began to roll”Behold – Hold your vows and values tight at night; accept the circu… Read More
2016-10-14 18:13
Hey there everyone!!It was May 15 last year, in the middle of the afternoon, when I had just finished delivering a presentation, on becoming an author, to a group of elementary school studen… Read More
2016-10-13 19:52
I’m white; But you don’t know which white I amI have white privilege; I’m super white What’s your privilege? What’s your super power?Born in a third world count… Read More
2016-10-09 18:40
Begin.Behave.Believe.Beware.Where do your decisions hinder; Authentically consider what you are afraid to ponder harderDo you know what you don’t know? How do you know what you know? H… Read More
2016-10-09 17:02
Begin.Behave.Believe.Leaves fall every autumn, it’s not invisible; know that anything is possibleMust you see it to believe it? How do you want to live your life?It’s no smoke an… Read More
2016-10-08 13:41
Begin.Behave.Beneath the reach of choice lies empowerment; Adjust to your environmentWhere are you?How are you?How are you being?It’s starts with turning heads up, stretching eyebrows… Read More
2016-10-08 13:13
Let us BeginBefore we soar to the climax, conscious intention is the first stepWhere do you begin?Do you begin here?Do you begin like this?Ready, Freddy? We’re going to live and… Read More
2016-10-05 11:52
Our family would enjoy pizza as a treat once in a while as I was growing up. It was one of my favorite things to eat. Although, I tended to eat all the toppings first, and never got to the… Read More
2016-09-27 12:05
Why Aren’t We Present?And What Can We Do About It?Read on to uncover new tools and practices that will add creativity, spontaneity, and fulfillment into your life. Be here now. How do… Read More
2016-09-25 16:05
I’ve never enjoyed reading books. They are hard for me to see. Reading gives me a headache by straining my eyes. Since I had to read in school, I endured and felt pai… Read More
2016-09-24 15:59
When life knocks us down, at least we’re still living. When life falls apart, we have no reason left to live.The first few times I had real suicidal episodes was over twenty year… Read More
2016-09-22 15:06
I’ve held various jobs over the years, in technology, teaching, and working for start-ups. I’ve been working for myself for the last twelve years as an entrepreneur. … Read More
2016-09-20 15:47
It was three weeks into a new antidepressant regiment, and I didn’t think much of it. My friend, Paul, was visiting me at my house. We didn’t see each other much&mdas&hell…Read More
2016-09-18 15:23
I was seven years old, and for one of the first times, one of my sisters brought a fresh box of donuts for the family to enjoy. We had a big family and we were poor, so everyone only g… Read More
2016-09-16 20:34
It was a spring day in grade four class, and we went out on a field trip. We took public transit there and back. On our way back to school, I remember talking to my friends and c… Read More
2016-08-07 19:45
Hey there everyone!!Have you ever heard of reduplication phrases?You may not realize it, but, you probably have heard a bunch of them (in many languages).This list will give you a sense of w… Read More
2016-07-14 14:00
Hi there everyone!!Long time, no blog. Hopefully this will make up for it.See Me Live!This Saturday, July 15, I will be presenting a keynote presentation called “Maximizing Your Divers… Read More
2016-03-21 15:28
Thursday, March 24, 2016 (7:00-9:30 PM)eCircle Academy25 Mallard Road (Toronto, M3B-1S4)Whether you call yourself a coach, consultant, speaker, author, trainer, or facilitator, you got into… Read More
2016-02-23 19:55
Hey there everyone!!While there are many ways to explain what personal development is, I think the fastest way is to say that it is the study of being (ontology).Yes, we are all human beings… Read More
2015-12-31 12:27
Hey there everyone!!Often I share things (like Visual Quotes in my Facebook news feed), which I don't agree with.It's interesting how offended people get when they don't agree with something… Read More
2015-11-30 21:19
Seasons Greetings Everyone!!I grew up never knowing if I was Christian or not.My school celebrated Christmas. My family celebrated Christmas. My TV celebrated Christmas. As far as I could… Read More
2015-11-09 18:05
I'm Speaking in The Blissful Abundance Show (Worldwide Telesummit)>>> http://www.mcssl.com/app/?af=1640912Hello my Miraculous Friend,Are you feeling the changes we are going through… Read More
2015-11-01 18:30
Hey there everyone!!Stand up comedy is supposed to be edgy. People are so confined to political correctness and so called “professionalism”, that they want to completely let loos… Read More
2015-10-28 19:39
Hey there everyone!!Video Footage Caught from Our Last EventFor so many of you around the world who can't make it to our local events, we've got you covered. We not only have a great clip, b… Read More
2015-10-26 19:16
Hi there everyone!!Do you want to succeed? Then don't be normal.In fact, be scared by normal people.I am.Normal People Scare Me, Reason -1: Normal People Are BoringBob, a “boring&rdqu&hell…Read More
2015-10-15 18:52
Hey there everyone!!Based on our preliminary numbers, it looks like we may reach capacity for our big upcoming event.Make sure to arrive early to secure your spots, grab a drink or bite, and… Read More
2015-10-05 20:21
Hey there everyone!!I didn't officially celebrate my birthday this year.Why? Am I getting too old?No.We're celebrating it, Sunday, October 18, at 11:30 AM.It's never too late to have a good… Read More
2015-09-18 20:45
Hey there everyone!!Well, I'm at the Canadian National Exhibition with my friend, Jen, on a hot summer's day last month. Right at the start of our journey, she pops the questions, “Wh… Read More
2015-09-17 19:36
Hey there everyone!!I never dreamed of doing stand up comedy. Actually, I haven't enjoyed much of what I've come across; finding much of it rude, derogatory, and offensive.Things May Not Be… Read More
2015-09-07 14:54
Hey there everyone!!Do you believe the title?Some people are very skeptical, and naturally so.Other people are downright cynical, waiting for the sales pitch.Another Paradox?On one hand, it… Read More
2015-08-31 15:19
Hey there everyone!!I have vague feelings...about whatever.Drifting from cycle to cycleTrapped in the paradoxes, dualities,and embedded new universesthat go on foreverTheir depth is unlimite… Read More
2015-08-17 19:11
Hey everyone!!A Landmark Forum leader once said, “I don't know what's true. I know what's useful.”Similarly, Anthony Robbins says that it doesn't matter whether a belief we hold… Read More
2015-08-04 16:06
Hi there everyone!!The biggest value of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (or any legislation for any jurisdiction that advocates for people with disabilities) is not in… Read More
2015-08-01 19:43
Hey there everyone!!I just wrote the longest article I have ever written. It has a lot of information which I believe would be helpful for corporations wanting to become more accessible and… Read More
2015-07-13 15:53
Hey there everyone!!I was checking out some cool new shows at the Toronto Fringe Festival (always awesome) and got into an interesting conversation with a performer (Christina Leonard) while… Read More
2015-07-09 03:29
Endings are the seeds to beginnings,Tomorrow will come in time,Even in hopelessness lies a seed of hope,And even a small seed can climb.But the little seed has to give up its past,On its voy… Read More
2015-06-29 02:27
Hey there everyone!!It starts with an unexpected conversation.My friend, Jim, (though we only talk once every six months), just called and asked me why do they call it “pride”? (… Read More
2015-06-25 15:46
Hey there everyone!!I have a dream I hope will come trueYou're here with me and I'm here with youI wish that the earth, sea, and the sky up aboveWill send me someone to lavaThose are the lyr… Read More
2015-06-21 18:30
Hey there everyone!!Computers saved me from my insane childhood. With all the dysfunctional reality around me, technology was the only foundation of reason and predictability.“If it m… Read More
2015-06-16 02:02
Hey there everyone!!At another improv class, we were playing a game called “5 Things”. The idea is to come up with a list of five things (the list is suggested by someone else)… Read More
2015-06-10 18:18
Lessons from the Full Circle of My Toastmaster's JourneyThe First ImpressionMost people never hear about Toastmasters. That's despite our best efforts, I know. What were the unique set of ci… Read More
2015-06-08 17:52
Hey there everyone!!So often we can be working on major projects, but nobody sees anything we're doing. Whether we're in the back-office or on the front-lines, many people in our community o… Read More
2015-05-26 17:15
Hey there everyone!!When I ask anyone, "Who is the most important person in your life/world?"The answer I most often get is: "Mom"And that seems to be right, too.In every religion, the statu… Read More
2015-05-20 00:53
Hey there everyone!!You've got to get up every morning with a smile on your faceAnd show the world all the love in your heartThen people gonna treat you betterYou're gonna find, yes, you wil… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
Hey there everyone!!No matter how successful we may be in life, there is probably an area that we have neglected or a category that we just aren't happy with. Being wholistic isn't trying to… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
Hey there everyone!!Is life simple or complicated? There are lots of theories and philosophies, but what does it all come down to? Just accept what is, and do what's next. Read my article, H… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
Hey there everyone!!You only get what you ask for. The first lesson in developing a career is to know what you want, and then make authentic requests to get it. Read my article, Please read… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
Hi there everyone!!Do you want to increase your efficiency and reach your peak performance? How do we maximize production and generate a better return on our investment?It starts with knowin… Read More
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