One of the things that’s been on my mind recently is getting more vulnerable, open, and raw about what it is like to live with Tourette Syndrome. For years, I was embarrassed by the twitches and vocalizations that drew unwanted attention my way. It took me well into my mid to upper-thirties until I was willing to discuss the neurological condition that I have lived with my entire life.
I’m still jotting down ideas and outlining how I want to share my thoughts, but I’ve decided that now is the time to start sharing…even if I don’t have it completely figured out.
I hope that by sharing my insights as someone who has lived with Tourette Syndrome for over forty years, other people living with Tourette’s or dealing with any challenge that feels “impossible” to overcome, can find hope, inspiration, and comfort knowing they are not alone.
Please know this, if you are frustrated, scared, depressed, or feel paralyzed by your current situation, I stand firmly with you as someone who has “been there.”
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“Get a gig, get a gig, I gotta get a gig!”
If you are an entertainer trying to find an audience, get paid, and share your passion with the world, you may have said those words.
I’ve been a professional magician since 1999, and even I occasionally still find myself thinking that exact thing. What I didn’t know when I decided to become an entertainer all those years ago is that finding people to hire you, and more importantly - pay you, is more business than art.
Even though I became an entertainer for the purest of reasons - to give people an escape from the real world through amazement, laughter, and fun - what I didn’t know about the business side of show business, hurt me.
I struggled for years trying…
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It’s Monday and it’s time for some motivation! In today’s video, I tackle two awesome questions that were submitted by friends, fans, and family…
How do you stay optimistic?
What gives you hope and stability?
As I dive into the answers to these questions I touch on the idea of choosing hope and optimism, exercise and its benefits, faith and…
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Good Morning! Today’s #MotivationMonday answers two questions…
It can be really hard to achieve your goals when you have a big vision. I share what I think is my most compelling reason why achieving your goals is sooooo important…and it has to do with leaving a legacy long after you and I leave this earth.
As far as giving up goes…who hasn’t thought about giving up?
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We’re getting started this week with a question about support and accountability. Every time I start a new project I have a ton of energy and excitement. As I meet the resistance of daily life, however, it gets tougher to get the things done that I know I need to do. Today’s question wants to know how to stay the course and move toward the accomplishment of your goals without feeling needy. Here it is…
How can I get collaboration and support without feeling needy?
If you’ve ever started trying to live your dream life or accomplish big goals, you know how important it is to get support from others to help you get there. My answer to today’s question comes in the form of…
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Monday brings a fresh start to a new week. There’s a certain type of energy buzzing on Monday as people are back in the office doing business and making things happen. That’s why I’m excited to discuss my thoughts on the question I was submitted this week. Here’s what we’re talking about…
How do you keep working hard when you are physically weak and tired?
Now if I’m being honest, it makes me a little sad when I think about people being physically weak and tired. Working towards a goal or a dream often gives me a shot of energy. I do realize, however, that many people’s days are very full and exhausting. With that in mind, I offer you three ideas on how to overcome physical weakness and/or fatigue…
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Today is a big day! It’s #MotivationMonday!
In today’s video I answer the following question that was submitted to me…
“How can I transform the fear I have into courage to do what I know I need to do?”
As I thought deeply about this question it reminded me of an important moment from several years ago when I sat down with one of my mentors and heroes in the magic world. Basically, I asked him a similar version of this same question. His answer was simple and profound. It set off a light bulb in my mind and stuck with me...
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Several years ago I got a phone call from my agent. He asked me if I had any interest in performing some shows for the military. My heart rate sped up as I answered, “Yes! I’ve wanted to share my magic with the men and women of the United States military for years.”
After chatting with him for a few minutes about what those shows would look like, I hung up the phone, not sure if anything would come of our conversation.
You see, my interest in performing these types of shows came to me from a very honest, organic place. Growing up as a child, into my teenage years, through my college years, and then into adulthood, my Grandfather on my Mom’s side was someone I had a very special bond with.
As I look back…
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Hey There! Welcome to #MotivationMonday! Today is a glorious day.
In today’s video I answer questions from some folks which deal with these topics…
How do you stay motivated?
How do you find time for calm and centering in your life?
When I reviewed the video that I shot I thought…
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I love it when people ask questions like the ones I tackle in this week’s Motivation Monday. It tells me that there are plenty of folks who are ready to stop playing games with themselves and are ready to start getting real. Here is what we are discussing today…
Are there times you want to just give up?
How do you get past those times?
For the longest time…
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