For over 27 years, I was the one holding it all together—problem solver, business builder, leader.

I followed the traditional path: study, work, career, marriage, debt… and success. At least on paper.

But behind me polished smile and constant momentum, I was slowly coming undone.

Tired—but not the kind sleep could fix.

Successful—but unsatisfied.

Constantly “on”—yet never truly present.

Each day started with stress before my feet even touched the floor.

I felt trapped in a role I once loved and quietly disconnected from joy, my team, my family—and myself.

Still, I kept pushing..........until I couldn’t.

In 2008, I was retrenched. That was the first crack in the system I’d built.

With no income, more debt, and nothing but belief, I launched a consulting business and supported my wife in starting hers.

It was a leap—and a baptism by fire.

This was my introduction into the world of personal development and network marketing.

I first heard phrases like:

“Live life on your terms.”

“Work harder on yourself than you do on your job."

“Build your dream—or someone will hire you to build theirs.”

I was hooked.

I devoured teachings from the greats—Jim Rohn, John Maxwell, Zig Ziglar, Robert Kiyosaki—and began creating my own content. For over 16 years, I built training programs, coached individuals, and spoke on stages. But life has a way of testing your alignment.