One of my professional role models is the Zen Master and peace activist Thich Nhat Hanh. His meditation approach on bringing loving, kindness, compassion, joy, and equanimity to my work is refreshing and impactful as well as on a personal level. Professionally I’m very proud of myself. Going from an OG to a Therapeutic Coach ain’t too shabby. I am keeping a current streak of being above ground alive with much gratitude. I have put in the effort of attaining long-term recovery daily, first from heroin (sober since 7/1/1988) and alcohol (sober since 3-10-2001) through the 12 Steps of Recovery; thank you, Bill and Dr. Bob.

If I could invite anyone to dinner with my family, it would be author David Richo, whose books have helped me become a better man. When I am not at Fathers’ UpLift, I’m hanging out with my daughter for a workout and practicing my self-care plan multiple times a day.