So much in our world feels like it’s shifting, old systems cracking, new questions rising, and many of us searching for what it means to belong, to lead, and to contribute in a deeper way. I’ve long believed that transformation isn’t something we chase; it’s something we welcome. It arrives when we’re willing to listen, to soften, and to be changed by what we learn.

In this conversation with Liza Rankow, I had the opportunity to reflect on the path that brought me here, the teachers who shaped me, and the possibilities that open when we choose courage over certainty. I hope these reflections offer both companionship and provocation as we navigate this moment together.

You’re invited to read our conversation below.