The greatest accomplishment any athlete can have is one that is not so much a personal achievement, but one shared with the people that made it possible. In 1984 I was blessed to share this moment with my country that I love so much. Happy 250th birthday USA!
Honored to share my journey with the incredible folks at the Million Dollar Round Table Annual Meeting at the Anaheim Convention Center. Thank you @MDRtweet, for the invitation! It was inspiring to be around so many high-performing leaders. Keep reaching for the stars! 🚀⭐️ #MDRT
Educators and those who are interested: Hurt, sorrow, and anxiety are compounding daily this week, especially amidst the latest political, cultural, and inhumane actions and activities these past few days. It's hard to figure out a constructive first step in response. Here's a recent Substack piece on what we can do to remain decent educators and individuals in world careening against such. 'Hope it helps. https://t.co/nhjecuOOHR
“Listening to Nikki, there isn’t a fear about technology that’s out there in the future, rather we need to embrace it,” one audience member said about Nikki Greenberg, our 2026 Big Event speaker.
Thinking about artificial intelligence and what it means for your organization’s future? “Yes, it’s a fundamental shift. We have to actually do something about it. We can’t sit on our hands,” said Nikki Greenberg, futurist, innovation strategist and 2026 Big Event speaker.
Saturday General Session! Brandon P. Fleming , wonderful storyteller kept me motivated throughout his performance. Great communicator. It’s no wonder he is considered one of the most influential leaders.
#NSBA26@NSBAPublicEd#southweststrong#swisd
Fusion Day is back!
Brandon P. Fleming headlines, with alum Kari Hanson ’15 speaking. 300+ students showcase research and creative work.
Free & open to the public. April 21–22
Read more: https://t.co/705VETLojD
The longest running study on happiness followed 3000 people since 1938, and they found two massive contributors to human happiness.
It’s not more money.
More status.
More wins.
Or more proof that their life is working.
The biggest drivers of happiness were not fame or achievement.
It came back to two things:
Your health.
And your relationships.
If you take care of your physical health, your life gets better.
Move your body.
Eat food that loves you back.
Sleep.
Get checked before something’s wrong.
Don’t treat your body like it is disposable.
Even small efforts matter.
Just 15 minutes of exercise a day has been linked to lower risk of death and a longer life.
Physical activity also lowers the risk of cognitive decline and dementia.
And then there’s connection.
Good relationships do more than make life fun.
They keep you steady.
They hold you accountable.
They help you through hard seasons.
They make you healthier.
They may even help you live longer.
So much of what we chase is hidden in the basics.
Take care of your body. And stay close to good people. That’s the formula.
Most people waste years waiting to feel ready.
They tell themselves they just need more clarity. A little more research. A better plan. Then they’ll finally start.
But that’s the trap…
You don’t start because you feel confident. You feel confident because you start.
There is no perfect time. There is no moment where fear disappears and everything clicks into place.
The truth is, readiness is a myth. It is something we use to protect ourselves from discomfort.
When a goal feels big, your brain locks onto the gap between where you are and where you want to be. That gap feels overwhelming. So you stall. You scroll. You plan. You think about it so much that you convince yourself you are making progress, even though nothing is actually moving.
But belief does not come from thinking harder. It comes from proof. And proof only comes from action.
You do not need a breakthrough. You need a small win. One move that tells your brain, this is real.
Send the email. Make the call. Do the first workout. Write the messy first page.
That small step shifts something inside you. It changes the question from “Can I do this?” to “What’s the next step?”
Stop waiting to feel ready. Start moving, and let your confidence build from there.
You don’t have to convince people to respect them. 🧠
Try curiosity:
• Ask how they arrived at their views
• Learn which facts matter most
• Notice where you agree—even if conclusions differ
From my conversation on @TheMindfulMove1 Podcast.
📘 Can I Say That? Why Free Speech Matters and How to Use It Fearlessly
👉 https://t.co/efGXlqggH3
🎧 Audiobook is officially out now, too—perfect if you’d rather listen than read. https://t.co/EO8AaxsaGf
🎥 https://t.co/9dOJxo0Hso
#CanISayThat #DrChloe #FreeSpeech #OpenDialogue #AuthenticCommunication #Psychology #MentalHealth
Watching The Opening Ceremony last night for the 2026 Winter Olympics brought back wonderful memories.
To wear the Red, White and Blue and represent our country on the world's greatest athletic stage was an unbelievable experience. 🇺🇸
I hope @ShaunWhite keeps our picture in a photo album like I do! 📸
Curious what it actually feels like to walk in the Opening Ceremony? I wrote about the experience here: https://t.co/V9gCtc4Jev
Mary Kelly, PhD, is a leadership economist, keynote speaker, best-selling author, and former U.S. Navy commander. She helps leaders understand economic uncertainty, workforce challenges, and organizational change—and translates those issues into clear actions.