by Chris | Feb 3, 2026 | Newsletter
One of the areas in my life that energizes me and brings real fulfillment is podcasting. I launched A Path to Purpose in 2023, but I’m going to be real with you — it didn’t exactly start out as a passion. At the time, I was a new coach who wanted to use my...
by Chris | Jan 27, 2026 | Newsletter
I was keeping my adorable one-year-old niece company last week when I noticed something that left me amazed. Over the past month, she’s become impressively consistent with her gestures and the formation of small words. It didn’t happen by accident. In that moment, I...
by Chris | Jan 20, 2026 | Newsletter
After years of using the same day planner, I got a new one for Christmas. One feature that really stood out was the weekly habit tracker. I love the visual reminder of how consistent I can be, especially for the New Year goals I want to accomplish. But over the years,...
by Chris | Jan 13, 2026 | Newsletter
Last week Monday, my wife and I started a 21-day OMAD (One Meal A Day) fast. This was inspired by our 2026 goals: to grow spiritually deeper and improve our health so we can be the best version of ourselves for our future together. As I reflected on last week’s...
by Chris | Jan 6, 2026 | Newsletter
The dust has settled. The ornaments are packed away, the shortbread cookies are gone (mysteriously, the last few went missing), and I’ve had my fill of cheesy romantic seasonal movies. The holidays are over, and now it’s back to business for all of us. More...
by Chris | Dec 31, 2025 | Newsletter
2025 is done! Where did the time go? It’s unsettling how quickly twelve months can pass. If you’ve been reflecting this week, as I have, there are probably things you’re genuinely proud of—reaching a weight-loss goal, completing a course, leveling up in your career,...
by Chris | Dec 24, 2025 | Newsletter
The Christmas season has finally arrived—and it feels different this year. This marks my first Christmas with my wife, Annie, in our new home. The tree is up, festive décor is thoughtfully placed throughout the house, and reindeer and candy canes line the front lawn....
by Chris | Dec 18, 2025 | Newsletter
Life isn’t all sunshine and rainbows. But you already know that—especially when it’s overcast, cold, and dark by 5 p.m. on a messy winter day. We experience the weight of life in different ways. We can feel the isolation and loneliness of singlehood (I can seriously...
by Chris | Dec 9, 2025 | Newsletter
For many years, this has been my default response whenever I faced criticism, blame, or even “performance improvement plans”: It starts with that pit in my stomach. My heart beats faster, anxiety rises, defensiveness kicks in, I feel singled out, and I immediately...
by Chris | Dec 2, 2025 | Newsletter
Throughout my life, I’ve struggled with confidence and stepping outside my comfort zone, which often left me with FOMO (fear of missing out). That fear pushed me to make some big decisions: Joining peewee hockey at age 12 to experience being part of “the guys” Moving...