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
Strength That Made Me Stronger Than I Thought I do not have one clear moment when I realised I was stronger than I thought. There was no dramatic turning point. No single day where I stood back and said, “Now I know I am strong.” Life has not worked that way for me. Strength has arrived … Read more
The simple pleasure of friendship still brings me the purest joy. It sounds ordinary, but it feels rare now. When I was young, it happened so naturally. We’d drift outside and somehow find each other on the street. We laughed, wandered, and lingered until the day faded. There were no calendars or reminders—just being together. These days, … Read more
The benefits of walking became real to me when I stopped thinking about exercise as something that had to be big or intense. Walking felt doable. It fit into my day. Now I walk at lunchtime whenever the weather allows, and that small habit has become one of the most reliable parts of my regular … Read more