Are we shaped more by our experiences, or by who we are from the beginning? I believe the answer is a combination of both. Each of us is created with a unique nature, personality and purpose. Scripture tells us that God knit us together in the womb. Before we had achieved anything or experienced the … Read more
I think I am a lifelong learner, although I haven’t always recognised it. For much of my life, I saw challenges as problems to overcome as quickly as possible. When something went wrong at work, a machine broke down, a job became complicated, or an unexpected issue appeared, my first reaction was frustration. I wanted things … Read more
If you could live anywhere in the world, where would it be? It’s a lovely question. It invites us to dream a little. A quiet village in Italy. A cottage by the sea. A mountain town in Switzerland. A farmhouse in France. A creative city full of galleries, cafés, music, and history. But the more I … Read more
Discouragement is something I know well. It often shows up when you least expect it. Sometimes it comes after a disappointment or a setback at work. Other times, it just appears for no clear reason. The hardest part about discouragement is that it changes not only how we feel, but also how we see things. … Read more
A friend recently asked me: “What do you love now that you hated when you were younger?” My first answers came quickly: beer, anchovies, and olives. As a child, I couldn’t understand why anyone would willingly consume something so bitter, salty, or strong. Yet today I enjoy all three. Somewhere along the way, my tastes … Read more
When people ask who inspires me most, they usually expect to hear the name of a modern innovator, a thought leader, or a bestselling author. However, my answer reaches back to the 16th century. For me, that person is St. Ignatius of Loyola. Surprisingly, Ignatius wasn’t born a quiet mystic. Instead, he was a vain, ambitious … Read more
One way I have grown this year is by beginning to understand what it really means to take full ownership of Splash Colour Imaging. In fact, taking ownership of a business is a journey that continues to teach me new lessons. That still feels a little daunting. Owning a business is one thing on paper. Carrying … Read more
The fear of rejection is one of the biggest fears I have had to overcome. It is not always obvious from the outside. Sometimes it hides behind busyness, humour, independence, or simply keeping things to yourself. But underneath, there can be a quiet fear: What will people think if they really know me? For me, overcoming the fear of … Read more
When the Day Starts Heavy Some days don’t begin the way we hoped. Today was one of those days for me. I received the news that one of my staff members is resigning and moving on. He has been with me for over 15 years, so it is not just a business change. It feels … Read more
Understanding the Limits of Acceptance Some phrases really get under your skin. For me, “it is what it is” has always been one of them. People often say it with good intentions. Maybe they want to sound calm, accepting, or realistic. But for many—myself included—the phrase can feel like a door closing. It can sound as if … Read more