Speaking Overview
Transformational People Catalyst
Whenever we experience trauma or go through an extremely challenging time in our lives, professionally or personally, we often perceive those memories and experiences through a negative filter. Our brains don’t always recall even the smallest moments of triumph and hope because we are wired genetically to catastrophize experiences through our emotions by altering our perceptions of our own realities. Think about the mainstream media, are you happier when you read or view catastrophic news?
How many “Good Feeling” stories do you read in a day? I’m guessing not many. I’ll never forget during Covid there was this mini-series called “Some Good News” hosted by the American Actor and Filmmaker John Krasinksi. It was genius. It made you laugh and feel hope in the face of a global lock-down.
Adjusting to the Unknown
Obviously, change is hard, but also has the power to transform how we live our lives. After I was injured in 2010, I spent nearly 7 years in and out of hospitals with life-threatening diagnoses on top of systemic paralysis. In June 2016, for example, I spent an entire year in bed with multiple surgeries due to a pressure sore on my backside right down to the bone. This crisis was painful, lonely, and depressing. The road to recovery was very arduous, with months on end in bed knowing nothing more than four walls and a window. Despite all this devastation, I persevered.
I was able to overcome seemingly insurmountable challenges by finding purpose in my life. We all have a purpose even if it’s not immediately apparent. Whether you are working to transform your perspective as an individual to improve your quality of life or you are a company trying to increase its bottom line – it is crucial we learn how to embrace, empower, and elevate ourselves through transforming a singular passion into a shared purpose and actionable plan.
We simply cannot work in isolation. We have to collaborate by engaging in activating a full range of stakeholders at all levels, private and public, regardless of the industry section within our country.
Speaking Strategy
My keynote addresses offer a transformative experience – one that will leave an indelible mark on the hearts and minds of the audience, and ignite a lasting commitment to creating a world that truly values and supports all individuals who move, sense, and think differently.
I feel strongly that we need to embrace this opportunity to listen, learn, and be inspired by others. It’s not just what you do, but also why you do it. Once you can distinguish the difference, the possibilities for change and growth are unlimited.
Transformational People Catalyst
Whenever we experience trauma or go through an extremely challenging time in our lives, professionally or personally, we often perceive those memories and experiences through a negative filter. Our brains don’t always recall even the smallest moments of triumph and hope because we are wired genetically to catastrophize experiences through our emotions by altering our perceptions of our own realities. Think about the mainstream media, are you happier when you read or view catastrophic new?
How many “Good Feeling” stories do you read in a day? I’m guessing not many. I’ll never forget during Covid there was this mini-series called “Some Good News” hosted by the American Actor and Filmmaker John Krasinksi. It was genius. It made you laugh and feel hope in the face of a global lockdown.
Adjusting to the Unknown
Obviously, change is hard, but also has the power to transform how we live our lives. After I was injured in 2010, I spent nearly 7 years in and out of hospitals with life-threatening diagnoses on top of systemic paralysis. In June 2016, for example, I spent an entire year in bed with multiple surgeries due to a pressure sore on my backside right down to the bone. This crisis was painful, lonely, and depressing. The road to recovery was very arduous, with months on end scene knowing nothing more than four walls and a window. Despite all this devastation, I persevered.
I was able to overcome seemingly insurmountable challenges by finding purpose in my life. We all have a purpose even if it’s not immediately apparent. Whether you are working to transform your perspective as an individual to improve your quality of life or you are a company trying to increase its bottom line – it is crucial we learn how to embrace, empower, and elevate ourselves through transforming a singular passion into a shared purpose and actionable plan.
We simply cannot work in isolation. We have to collaborate by engaging in activating a full range of stakeholders at all levels, private and public, regardless of the industry section within our country.
Speaking Strategy
My keynote addresses offer a transformative experience – one that will leave an indelible mark on the hearts and minds of the audience, and ignite a lasting commitment to creating a world that truly values and supports all individuals who move, sense, and think differently.
I feel strongly that we need to embrace this opportunity to listen, learn, and be inspired by others. It’s not just what you do, but also why you do it. Once you can distinguish the difference, the possibilities for change and growth are unlimited.
