Posts Tagged ‘quest project’
Walking Tall-A Personal Journey
The Journey of a Thousand Miles Please allow me to share my excitement and experience. I just walked for my PhD! An accomplishment that I’ve been working toward my entire life. Obstacles were abundant, but when you set a goal you just keep going until you achieve it. I did it and it feels amazing! I am officially…
Read MoreThe Quest Project-For Dad!
Dad, Welcome to The Quest Project® My recent inspiration for writing book #2 came from a very welcome change I am seeing in my practice, let me share more. Change Is Very Good Over the last 20 years, I have seen over 2000 boys go through The Quest Project®. What’s changed? In the past, the majority of…
Read MoreRaising Sons? Helping Solve the Mystery
Cracking the code! Solving the mystery! How would you like to know what your adolescent boy is missing as you witness him changing from a boy to a man? He Needs a “Modern Day Rite of Passage” I’m often asked what is a “rite of passage?” It’s a term that most people equate with times past. We have forgotten the importance…
Read More“If-” An Inspiration
I’ve shared this poem by Rudyard Kipling, originally published in 1910 with you before. It’s not only one of my favorites; it is worthy of sharing again as I believe “If-” says it all! “If-“ If you…
Read MoreSpreading the News on North Dakota Today!
It was a chilly morning in Bismarck, North Dakota but what a warm welcome from Kevin and Monica at KFYR. Recent Interview! I was honored to be invited to talk about “Saving Our Sons” A Parent’s Guide to Preparing Boys for Success and The Quest Project® recently on North Dakota Today! What a great way to spread the news and talk at…
Read MoreParenting Tips: 5 Quick Tips for Boys 11 to 13 Years Old
I get questions all the time from moms and/or dads looking for parenting tips about what’s happening with their son. After working with over 2,000 boys during the past 20 years, I’ve just about seen it all! I thought it would be good to share some insight into some of the most common situations…
Read MoreThe Journey of a Thousand Miles
The Journey of a Thousand Miles I know what you’re thinking! Here he goes talking about his book again! Well, it certainly has been an adventure, but I’d like to share what the last few years have entailed in my personal development. And more importantly what I mean by “the journey of a thousand miles;” it’s writing a dissertation. And…
Read MoreSaving Our Sons Sneak Peek – Ethan (A Case Study)
I want to introduce you to a fine young man who worked very hard to overcome his anger. Ethan’s story is one of eight case studies in Saving Our Sons. The following excerpt is from Chapter 11: Ethan. I hope you find value in this glimpse at the deep benefits of The Quest Project®.
Read MoreAre You Unintentionally Fostering Parent Alienation Syndrome in Your Boy?
I am inspired to write about parent alienation syndrome, or PAS, this week after meeting with an adolescent boy who was struggling with his feelings about his dad. It’s not the first time and most likely not the last; I continue to do my part in discouraging this behavior (PAS) in most circumstances.
Read MoreThe Quest Project Graduation
One of my favorite times is The Quest Project® graduation! It’s a special night for me when I get to honor the work of the young men that have completed The Quest Project® 10 week program. Speak To Us! Over the years I have had many guest speakers attend to offer a story, a life experience and piece of…
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