I had no choice but to be intentional with my graduate degree.

It was 2018, and I had just enrolled in a doctoral program. How was I going to finish a three-year degree while raising a one-year-old daughter and working a full-time job?

I told myself, "Persist, and don't quit."

I also knew I neede...

About seven years ago, I had a realization that changed everything for me.

In 2017, I was on a Christian mission trip in Hawaii and had several meaningful conversations with a friend. We talked about the Christian faith and how Jesus is the center of our lives. Like the crystal-clear waters of a Ha...

Have you ever asked yourself, “Why do so many of my goals stay as mere wishes?”

I’ve been there too. 

But here’s what I’ve learned: writing down your goals can transform wishes into reality.

A study by Dr. Gail Matthews, a psychology professor at the Dominican University of California, found that...

Do you ever feel overwhelmed by an endless to-do list? I get it—I’ve been there.

I juggle multiple roles: husband, father, pastor, and more. My wife and I manage our household with two beautiful daughters who keep us busy with school routines. We both work full-time, prepare meals weekly, and care ...

Facing a devastating event can shatter your dreams—but it doesn't have to be the end of your story.

NFL quarterback Alex Smith faced a career-ending injury that threatened both his dreams and his life.

I watched the highlight on YouTube. It was November 18, 2018. Alex's team was playing the Housto...

I find it odd when I think I’m a certain way, only to realize I’m not.

For years, I believed I had a growth mindset, not a fixed one. About a decade ago, I discovered the power of a growth mindset from Carol Dweck, a psychologist, professor at Stanford, and author. You might have heard of her book ...