Below are all Al Viller’s life coaching-related blog posts summarized on one convenient page.
All these articles share an optimistic outlook designed to provide you with a fresh perspective and some practical ideas so that you can better navigate your life.
Inspire On!
Reading Time: 6 minutesI recently finished The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt. And I’ll be honest; it’s been on my mind since I put it down. If you have young kids growing up in a digital world, or you’re leading a team full of early-career professionals, this one will hit close to home. Let me tell you why […]
The Anxious Generation: A Conversation Worth Having Read More »
Reading Time: 7 minutesWhen my kids were younger, they collected Pokémon cards. Later in life, they played Pokémon Go. For the uninitiated, Pokémon is a simple adventure where you befriend creatures, train them, and battle other trainers. As the creatures gain experience, many evolve into stronger forms with new abilities—small wins that add up to significant growth. Thinking
6 Months In: Clarity, Consistency, and the Light Ahead Read More »
Reading Time: 4 minutesI didn’t start out as a reader. In elementary school it was difficult for me, especially when it was my turn to read out loud. With practice and perseverance, that changed with time. Today, I’m an avid reader. If you’re looking for your next book, consider picking up 30 Lessons for Living by Karl
Before It’s Too Late: What 1,000 Elders Teach About Life Read More »
Reading Time: 6 minutesWhen was the last time you seized the opportunity to pause—not just for a weekend, but for a season? When was the last time you gave yourself permission to do something you’ve never done before and completely suck at it? As for me, the answer to the first question was “never,” until recently.
I’m On Sabbatical. Now What? Read More »
Reading Time: 3 minutesCan you help me? Where’s the line between confident and cringey? Between self-promotion and egotistical self-expression? The answer is likely different for everyone. Cringey to some might be confidence to others. When I scroll my social media feed, it’s a big highlight reel of humblebrags and personal PR campaigns. Over my career,
Your Story—Live It. Tell It. Share It Authentically Again and Again. Read More »
Reading Time: 2 minutesEver feel stuck, frustrated or just plain overwhelmed? Tony Robbins has a mental reset that can shift your focus, change your emotions, and get you moving—fast. It all comes down to three simple questions. https://youtu.be/43RL-kSEEyQ?si=B0uN19EfHMQ48ajX 1. What am I focusing on? 🔹 Why it matters: Your focus shapes your emotions, and your emotions shape your
3 Simple Questions That Will Change How You Do Everything Read More »
Reading Time: 3 minutesAfter a year of working hard, juggling responsibilities and navigating life’s twists and turns, it’s time to press pause. The holiday season offers the perfect moment to slow down, savor life’s simple pleasures, connect with others and prioritize self-care. Enter Hygge (pronounced “hoo-guh” or ‘heu-gah’), the Danish art of coziness that can transform the way you
Hygge Your Holidays: Embrace Cozy Self-Care This Season Read More »
Reading Time: 6 minutesGrowing up, I played a lot of baseball. As I grew older, I played on several competitive teams, faced hundreds of pitchers and took thousands of swings at the plate. I learned the discipline required to consistently hit .350 on average, experienced the exhilaration of hitting a 425-foot home run and the frustration of striking
In Baseball and Life, There’s Beauty Even in the Bloopers Read More »
Reading Time: 5 minutesBoost Your Confidence in Just Two Minutes Growing up, I loved Superman. I’d jump off couches in a single bound, a towel tied around my neck like a makeshift cape, believing I could fly just like the Man of Steel. Years later, when my kids were young, I’d even dress up like Clark Kent on
Channel Your Inner Superhero Read More »
