There are universal truths about how to thrive in life. When they become an integral part of your mindset that you apply to the moment, you put yourself in the best position for happiness and fulfillment.

According to Maslow’s hierarchy of needs theory, people are motivated by five needs: physiological necessities (food, water, shelter), safety, love and belonging, esteem, and self-actualization, the highest state.

After I was laid off from corporate America in 2023, my wife suggested that I take a 2-year sabbatical to focus on living my dream of becoming an author. The sabbatical whizzed by, but that’s what happens when you’re doing something you love.

Now that my book "The Wellness Ethic" is out in the wild, I have been reflecting on the experience of becoming a published author. How did I pull it off? Here's the wisdom that guided me throughout my publishing journey.

When you’re mindful, you immerse yourself in an experience, appreciating its nuances and connecting with its essence. It’s about love, non-judgment, and accepting the experience for what it is—perfection in the moment.

Disruption is fracturing our professional bedrock.. Though you can’t always predict how or when disruption will occur, you can still position yourself for the best outcome—that’s all you can control.

Thousands of books on wellness topics have been written throughout the ages, and if you tried to adopt all their practices, you would need a thousand lifetimes. There’s a better way to improve your wellness—applying the 80/20 rule—and you can do it in your lifetime.

The Wellness Ethic has seven core elements—mind, body, spirit, relationships, personal pursuits, professional pursuits, and lifestyle maintenance. When those aspects of your life work harmoniously and are all guided by love, your life hits its stride.