Category: Beyond 1000 days
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The Bear Paradox
f you had to be an animal for a week, which one would you choose? For me, the answer remains the same—a bear. But as I reflect during the Midsummer Classic, my reasons have evolved from simple strength to the art of hibernation. Discover why this teacher and creator is…
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The Autobiography of Malcolm X: My Personal “Bible”
I’ve read The Autobiography of Malcolm X more than any other book. It’s not just a memoir; it’s a manual for rising from rock bottom. Discover why I treat this book as my personal bible for cutting through the noise, maintaining discipline, and doing the work without the glitz.
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The Last Man Standing: A Manifesto
Being the “fixer” for family, friends, and neighbors is a heavy burden. I’m exploring the weight of being the “last man standing” and the boundaries men must set to protect their mental health and relationships.
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Rob Reviews: Supergirl (2026)
Supergirl (2026) is the latest DCU entry, but does it soar or stumble? I’m breaking down Milly Alcock’s complex performance, the surprising ‘space-western’ aesthetic, and why this story might have been a bit too much, too soon for the new DC Universe.
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The Field Test: Why This Time is Different
Building the Four Pillars was just the beginning. In my 5 AM post, I talked about the ‘Laboratory of Change,’ but theory is nothing without practice. Here is how I’m moving from defensive boundary-setting to offensive implementation—and why my latest field test with Sierra feels different than anything that came…
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The Laboratory of Change
1,000+ days of blogging has been more than just a habit—it’s been the laboratory for my evolution. From deciding to return to graduate school to dismantling the ‘circles’ of my past relationships, I’ve learned that the most important work isn’t just documenting events; it’s excavating the person I was always…
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The Foundation: Rebuilding with the Four Pillars
How do you build a life that lasts? After navigating the “hard years” of 2012 and 2020, I’ve defined four essential pillars—The 100% Policy, Option C, The Art of Moving Slowly, and The Audacity of Potential—that now guide every decision I make. This is the blueprint for rebuilding with intention.
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Episode 2 “Third Gear” is LIVE!
If you work in a boardroom or you dig ditches for a living, you’ve probably had a supervisor or a co-worker tell you to “work smarter, not harder.” But the people who say it rarely explain how. They give you the slogan, but they don’t give you the gearbox. If…
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Our Only Hope
My appreciation for Star Wars has shifted significantly over the years, moving from Luke Skywalker to the complex, tragic, and resilient Obi-Wan Kenobi. If the galaxy needed a new leader, would a “failed” Jedi be the right person for the job? I discuss why Obi-Wan’s humility and commitment to the…
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Waiting to Swim: Unlearning the Ghost Rules of My Childhood
We grow up accepting the “rules” handed down to us—like waiting an hour to swim after eating—without ever questioning their origin. But building an empire starts with auditing your own mind. In today’s post, I explore how I’ve moved past the irrational fears and “ghost rules” of my childhood to…