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Bell Let’s Talk and Listen

The annual Bell Let’s Talk Day takes place on Jan. 31, 2018.    While talking is great, I believe that we must also teach society how to respond to people struggling with mental health issues.   Before the age of 25 professionals had already peppered me with...

Are You Hearing or Are You Listening?

Think about the conversations that you have with the people in your life. What percentage of the time is spent with you talking compared to the time that you spend listening? Have you ever been shopping in a mall, and crossed paths with someone that you have not seen...

The Two Most Powerful Words: “Me Too”

I write this blog for every man out there who has been sexually abused.   This is for the man who truly understands my shame, and continues to suffer in silence.   It’s time to talk, and be free from our shame.   When an event takes place that...

The Rewards of Hard Work vs Winning the Lottery

We live in a society where we are always ready for the reward, but we are rarely ready for the work. Think about your first job. Remember when you received that first cheque, and you had the freedom to spend it as you saw fit? Envision a teenager who balanced school...

How Does A Homeless Person Spend Their Money?

The answer is quite simple. It is none of your business. I walked downtown today and as usual, there were a few homeless people sitting on the sidewalk. With hat in hand, I observed one man politely asked the person in front of me if he could spare any change. This...

“What’s stronger than a broken man who has the courage to rebuild himself? It’s time to redefine what it means to be strong.”

- Allan Kehler