Stephen Mitchell | Life Lessons, Creativity & Personal Growth
Observations on Being a Weekend Father, Creating New Memories and Figuring Life Out
In my volunteer journey within local groups on Kangaroo Island, I've faced my fair share of challenges, all of which took their toll on my mental health, my willingness to get involved, and ultimately had me take leave from such positions to find myself. Which led me to writing this about volunteering: After dedicating five... Continue Reading →
In the hidden corners of my world, I've decided to shake things up. It's not a big revolution, just a subtle shift, a journey inward to find the real tunes in my life. I'm ditching habits that muffle my inner self, the person I once was, I'm returning to the careful casual guy I was... Continue Reading →
I'm on a mission to get back into shape – a shape that doesn't scream "couch potato." So this article is to explain why and how I plan to do that. Again. PART 1 - Why I Exercise: You read that right, again! Yours truly embarked on a fitness journey back in mid-2022, created a... Continue Reading →
In the everyday world, our memories are like a personal library of experiences. Steven Bartlett's quote, "Memory's without Emotion equals Wisdom," suggests that when we look at our memories without the feelings attached to them, we can find valuable lessons. Let me break this into simpler terms that may motivate and inspire us all. Think... Continue Reading →
In late 2016, our family embarked on an incredible journey to Kangaroo Island. For my wife, it was a homecoming, a return to her roots, plus to manage her honey business. For me, it was nothing short of a thrilling, grand adventure. Not only was I able to start a small successful business, I realised... Continue Reading →
Many of our core values and morals are not just shaped by traditional sources like family and education; they often find their roots in the movies we adore. Films have a unique way of delivering impactful messages that resonate with us, shaping our perspectives, influencing our decisions, and even altering our outlook on life. These... Continue Reading →
A bunch of brainiacs did a bunch of studies to answer the age-old question: "How many steps do you gotta take to keep your ticker ticking and avoid kicking the bucket?" Here's the scoop, plain and simple: First off, those 10,000 steps you've heard about? Turns out, that was just a catchy marketing gimmick from... Continue Reading →
Here’s the thing. Branding gets talked about like it’s some polished, corporate exercise - colours, fonts, logos, all lined up like a showroom car that never sees dirt. But out here, in the real world… it’s a bit more like cleaning windows in the wind. You can plan it. You can prepare for it. But... Continue Reading →
I'm no relationship guru, but I've picked up a few things, especially in the last few months. Let me tell you something upfront: Marriage is not servitude. I've been through the ups and downs of marriage, and I've learned that being a better husband doesn't mean sacrificing who you are. It's about partnership, togetherness, and... Continue Reading →
As many of your would know, I have a YouTube channel. I have been posting short videos almost as long as Casey Neistat! But when I got married and had kids, the regularly of them changed, and more recently I was not in a good position to do much more than one video a month.... Continue Reading →
Five nights ago, I took the drastic step of deleting this entire blog, hoping it would help me alleviate some pain in my life, embrace a more positive outlook, and move forward without the suffering I was experiencing. Plus I felt like an imposter.Read on to understand… PART ONE 5 days ago I deleted this... Continue Reading →
A BIG change is happening in MY life. It's been necessary for about 10 years. But I didn't know it until mid 2022, and really hit home in early 2023. What brought this one? A few big moments happened: The first broke my spirit and self confidence, the next broke my heart, and another made... 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…