There was a time when I thought I had to earn happiness. I’d tell myself… “Once the business grows…” “Once everything settles down…” “Once I have more money…” “Once life isn’t so stressful…” Then I’ll enjoy myself. The problem? Life doesn’t stop throwing challenges at you just because you’re ready for a break. If you keep waiting for the perfect season, you might spend your whole life waiting. Lately I’ve been reminded of that. I’ve been camping. I’ve been to concerts. I’ve spent time with...

I used to think progress meant knowing exactly where I was going. Having the plan. Knowing the next move. Knowing how everything was going to work out. And if I didn’t know? I’d overthink the shit out of it. I’m starting to realize that maybe life doesn’t work that way. Maybe we’re not supposed to have every answer before we take the next step. Life has changed a lot for me. My business looks different than it did a year ago. My priorities have changed. The things that once excited me don’t...

If you know me personally… You already know what’s coming. Every four years, I become absolutely unbearable. The World Cup isn’t just another sporting event to me. It’s a month-long excuse to chirp every one of my friends from every other country. England? Still “coming home”… apparently. Portugal? Sorry… I’ve never been able to jump on the Ronaldo train. The banter is half the fun. But when Italy walks onto that pitch… Everything changes. There’s no team I’d rather cheer for. Unfortunately…...