Around a year back someone suggested that I might be a narcissist. This led me to spend a lot of time reflecting on it, and I came to realize that I don't exactly fit that description, but I do hold myself in high regard. I kind of have to believe in myself because, well, no... Continue Reading →
Building a Stronger Connection with 67 Questions
In this article, I won't be discussing entrepreneurial tips. Instead I explore a more personal topic - marriage re-connection. Why? In the fast-paced world of entrepreneurship, we often focus on chasing dreams and work. It's crucial to remember that our most vital journey is the one we share with our loved ones, especially our partners... Continue Reading →
Becoming a Better Partner, Parent and Person
This morning I've come to a profound realization that has shaken the very core of my beliefs about love and self-worth. For the longest time, I've been fervently fixated on finding solutions to the intricate complexities of love, dedicating my heart and soul to simply loving more. However, in this relentless pursuit, I have inadvertently... Continue Reading →
Becoming a Better Person and Partner
Hey guys, yes, I am talking about topics closer to home, yet again! FYI: About half of this journal is now dedicated to sharing my self-improvement journey, with the aim of ensuring that the lessons I've learned can be helpful to anyone who reads it! This article is a compilation of thoughts on how I'm... Continue Reading →
My Guts, Resilience, Integrity and Tenacity
If you have seen my Facebook page, you'll see an image I created for my header that reads: GRIT - THE RAW ENDURANCE, PERSEVERANCE, PERSISTENCE AND PASSION THAT KEEPS YOU GOING, DESPITE OBSTACLES. I read this somewhere and decided it needed to be an extra mantra in my life. Because sometimes life is tough to... Continue Reading →
Transforming My Life with The Four Agreements
Over the last few months you would have noticed I have been reading and writing and working on a journey to rediscover myself, to rewire my brain, and conquer the anxiety and self-induced stress that have held me captive. In this pursuit, I stumbled upon The Four Agreements, which have become my guiding light through... Continue Reading →
10 Easy Steps for Entrepreneurial Parents to Save More Money
This guide aims to empower entrepreneurial parents to take control of their finances. Managing finances effectively is crucial for every family, especially for entrepreneurial parents who navigate the challenges of running a business while raising children. This article explores and explains ten simple yet effective steps to help entrepreneurial mothers and fathers save more money.... Continue Reading →
Shooting on Kangaroo Island with a Fuji FinePix XP130
Every time I get a new device I test it rigorously before considering buying any new accessories. After two days of shooting with a Fuji FinePix XP130, I am ready to buy a charging/download cable, three spare batteries, two 64GB memory cards, and a small carry bag. Love to build a handgrip similar to GoPro... Continue Reading →
5 Important Messages My Kids Hear Daily
1. Listen, Learn Do! Kids need discipline, no matter what age. Yes, I sound like my father - but I have finally realized how true this is. The harder it is to enforce, the more necessary it is. I built this message out of necessity to make my kids realize that this message is a... Continue Reading →
We Walked his Ender Dragon to the Farmers Market for Lunch!
Our 7yo son Jai wanted to take his imaginary Ender Dragon for a walk. I saw no harm. We took him to the Kingscote Farmers Market, held at the Bay of Shoals Vineyards. Jai had a blast. Fairly sure the Ender Dragon had fun too! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XdiAfOp6kCU Big News: We are moving house within the next... Continue Reading →
Being a Dad and an Entrepreneur is a Difficult Combination
OK, this is a long article. It combines a few train-rides of hand-written notes all combined together. Take today: Upon arriving home I had to chase, with hobbled knee, to catch my 4yo boy running down the street. Wow. My hydrotherapy was wasted. Sarah needed to go out (to help her 96yo grandmother). So I... Continue Reading →
Go Where You Wanna Go, Be Who You Wanna Be
When I was a kid we weren't taught much about the rest of this world. We just accepted that we lived in Australia and a lot of other people did not. So now that we have Google Maps and Google Earth, plus the internet at our fingertips wherever we go, the world is in our... Continue Reading →
[…] with XXY, and alone now, has taught me that my brain is wired differently to most – yet I…
[…] Living with XXY, and alone now, has taught me that my brain is wired differently to most – yet…