Hanging out with comedian Sinbad
I loved laughing with my new friend Sinbad!
Here's a short video from our podcast recording last night.
The JOKER movie & the invisible glass door
There’s a subtle moment in the film JOKER that really affected me.
Although this film is based on a character from comic books, it's a dark, heavy story. But I think it has a lot to teach us about compassion, grace, and empathy.
Here’s my video about it:
A Short Film about... Me! :-)
INCREDIBLE! This short film expresses the heart of my work & my passion to help others make a positive impact.
The talented team at Sublime Media Group captured this footage at one of my speaking engagements. I had no idea they were planning to create this encouraging piece. So honored!
Seeing the possibility in yourself
We instinctively see the possibility in children. But sometimes, as we grow up, we stop seeing it in ourselves.
When we focus on HOPE, we have the ability to see light in even the darkest spaces.
Loved sharing this message at the conference for Leading RE.
"Look to the Sky" on ABC's The Morning Blend
Our new film Look to the Sky is now screening in theaters with proceeds benefiting charitable efforts!
Loved talking about our mission with this movie.
Don't Go Home Yet
On a recent family adventure, my son had a big disappointment. But it turned into a reminder of something important.
Here's the story...
My Birthday Gift
Today is my 40th Birthday!
To celebrate, I'm spending the day LIVE on Facebook so I can share a kind, affirming word with as many people as possible.
Sending you love & big hugs!
(UPDATE: I finished the day with 3 wonderful broadcasts. Thanks to everyone who joined in!)
We Are Starlight
This week I was honored to present the opening keynote address at the NCSHA conference at the Fontainebleau in Miami Beach.
Watch a VIDEO CLIP from the event
I continue to have incredible opportunities to speak to business leaders, educators, and community heroes around the country. I share stories from my filmmaking adventures that show the potential all of us have to be leaders & bring more hope into the world.
After each presentation, people feel inspired to tell me their personal stories. Sometimes we smile and celebrate the successes. Often, we hug and cry about the struggles. I try to speak a blessing to each of them. Yesterday it took 3 hours to meet everyone who wanted a moment together.
There are many things I don't understand about my life, but I know for certain that I was made to do this. And it brings me great joy.
I hope today you are using your extraordinary gifts to bless others and make the world a more compassionate & loving place. It will help others, and your heart will be so full!
I'm standing in the exact spot where I was caught cheating 18 years ago.
Watch until the end... The surprise is worth it!
When Things Go Wrong
This makes me LAUGH!
I recently spoke at an event in Washington DC. Just as I reached the climax of an emotional story, the stage spotlights starting fading in & out. This video shows my response.
In life, stuff goes wrong. Sometimes it’s your fault, sometimes it isn’t. Either way, I find the best approach is to stay cool, smile, authentically acknowledge the craziness, and then use it as an opportunity to build personal connection and bring people together into a shared adventure.
... and, blame the Bat-Signal.
Thinking Beyond "Viral"
One of my posts went viral last week. 120,000 likes! 55,000 shares! I'm thrilled this message helped so many people.
But it also stirred up some controversy and angry comments directed at me. A vocal group of people were upset about what I wrote.
In this video, I talk about the experience and how it reminded me to maintain my perspective, keep creating, and know that it's always bigger than me.
For MORE on this topic, I go deeper in the newest episode of my PODCAST... Being an Everyday Hero.
All of us need to be told: “You can be a HERO!”
This is a driving force behind my films, podcast, writing, and presentations. We need to be reminded. And each of us can affirm & encourage the heroic spirit in others.
Loved sharing these thoughts recently in Washington DC for one of the top travel companies in the world. Thanks to Michael Cerbelli for inviting me to be part of this inspiring event!
Jumping with Gabi
I'm filming in Kansas City for our next documentary Look to the Sky. My new buddy Gabi showed me how she can do flips on the trampoline with her prosthetic leg. I couldn't resist joining her!
This is my heart about Batman v Superman
Talking about this superhero film turned out to be very emotional for me. I cry several times during this video.
Although I would have envisioned a more upbeat, kid-friendly story for these characters, I still found meaning & light in this film.
Meet Violet!
Probably the most adorable interview of my career. Watch a few minutes of this chat with 5-year-old Violet Brielle Spataro & smile!
Be Bold
This is my son Logan’s 2016 Talent Show performance. Every sound you hear is HIS voice. He spend 2 months designing & recording this 12-track audio mix of him singing all the parts. Then, he added a video background showing him singing the 4 main background vocals.
Although we always love watching him perform, Tricia & I were blown away by the vision & planning required to execute this so perfectly. It was risky, complex, & bold.
Proud of this kid!