EDUCATOR · WRITER · LIFELONG LEARNER
Hi, I’m Chris.
Let’s make room
for what matters.
I help people turn small, intentional steps into a life with more clarity, consistency, and connection.
My work brings together the lessons I’ve learned in classrooms, through creative projects, and alongside my family. The thread running through it all is simple: growth begins with something you can do today.
WHERE MY WORK BEGINS
A teacher’s curiosity.
A learner’s mindset.
I’ve worked in education for more than a decade, from kindergarten classrooms to college campuses. Across those settings, I’ve seen how a clearer explanation, a supportive environment, or one small success can change the way someone approaches learning.
I’ve studied linguistics, taught language learning for more than five years, and spent ten years as an educational sign language interpreter supporting Deaf and hard-of-hearing students. Those experiences have shaped how I teach and write: with curiosity, patience, and an emphasis on connection.
My educational background
B.A. in Educational Studies and Mathematics Education
Master’s in Education in Educational Technologies and Instructional Design
A LANGUAGE THAT BROUGHT US TOGETHER
Learning is about connection.
My ASL journey began in 2009, when my father-in-law lost his hearing. My wife, our parents, and I chose to learn together. What began as a family need became a lasting interest in language and the connections it makes possible.
Today, I lead free weekly ASL practice groups online. They’re a place for learners at different levels to practice, make mistakes, ask questions, and grow in a welcoming environment.
That experience continues to remind me that learning often works best when we have people to learn with.
THE LESSON BEHIND THE HABITS
Progress, one small step at a time.
In 2021, a herniated disc made walking difficult. Recovery was slow, and progress came through repeated, manageable efforts. Over time, swimming, cycling, and jogging became part of that journey.
Within a year, I completed my first triathlon and celebrated with my daughter on my shoulders. What stayed with me was the accumulation of all those small steps, and the chance to share that moment with her.
Since then, Spartan events, marathons, and obstacle courses have become shared challenges with my wife, parents, and family. They’ve strengthened my belief that habits matter because of the life they help us build: the experiences we can share, the people we can show up for, and the possibilities we create.
Small, intentional steps can make more room for the people, experiences, and work that matter to you.
THE VALUES I RETURN TO
What guides the way I live and work.
Gratitude
Notice what’s good, and make time to appreciate it.
Optimism
Stay open to possibilities, even when progress feels slow.
Respect
Listen with care and make space for different experiences.
Grit
Keep showing up, with patience for the process.
Support
Help others grow, and welcome help along the way.
IDEAS PUT INTO PRACTICE
Different projects. A shared purpose.
Intentional Habits
A Simple Framework for Doing More of What Matters Most
My upcoming book brings together research, personal stories, and practical strategies to help you build habits around what matters to you. It grows out of the same questions that shape my teaching and everyday life: What makes progress sustainable? And how can small actions bring us closer to the life we want?
MUSIC
Gorgeous Melodies
I released my first piano album as a reminder to myself and my daughter that you can share your art while you’re still growing. Creating something meaningful starts with giving yourself permission to begin.
Explore the music ↗STORIES FOR FAMILIES
The Fox Family Adventures
Johnni and I co-authored A Day at the Beach, inspired by our daughter. It’s a story of forgiveness and friendship, made to be shared together.
Explore the children’s book ↗PHOTOGRAPHY
Gorges Photography
Johnni and I photograph weddings, portraits, and meaningful occasions together. It’s another way we celebrate connection: by preserving the people and moments that give a day its meaning.
View our photography ↗YOUR NEXT SMALL STEP
Start with something that matters to you.
If you’re looking for practical ideas for a more intentional life, begin with the free first chapter of Intentional Habits. You’ll also join my newsletter for insights, stories, and strategies to help you keep growing.
About Me
Hi, I’m Christopher Gorges — an educator, writer, and lifelong learner with a passion for helping people build lives filled with meaning and purpose.
I’ve spent more than a decade in education, working everywhere from kindergarten classrooms to college campuses. I hold a B.A. in Educational Studies and Mathematics Education and a Master’s in Education in Educational Technologies and Instructional Design.
I’ve also studied linguistics, taught language learning for over five years and have also worked as an educational sign language interpreter, specializing in supporting Deaf and hard-of-hearing students for ten years. Teaching and interpreting have given me a front-row seat to one of life’s greatest truths: learning is not just about knowledge — it’s about connection.
My ASL journey began in 2009 when my father-in-law lost his hearing. Instead of learning alone, our entire family — my wife, my parents, her parents, and me — committed to learning ASL together. What started as a necessity quickly became a passion. Today, I lead free weekly ASL practice groups online, where learners of all levels can sign, stumble, laugh, and grow in a positive, non-judgmental environment. It’s one of my favorite ways to connect people and build bridges across communities.
In 2021, a herniated disc nearly took away my ability to walk.. I had two options: accept the limits, or show my daughter what resilience looks like. Step by painful step, I chose the second path. I swam. I biked. I jogged. I kept showing up. Within a year, I crossed the finish line of my first triathlon and lifted up my daughter on my shoulders. That finish line wasn’t about athletic glory; it was about living proof that small, intentional steps can carry us through the hardest seasons.
Since then, I’ve raced Spartan events with my wife, marathons with my family, and obstacle courses with my parents (yes, my sixty-year-old mom crawled under barbed wire — and crushed it). These shared challenges became more than fitness milestones; they became family milestones. For me, that’s what habits are really about — not streaks or checklists, but connection and legacy.
Those lessons show up in all of my creative work, too. I released Gorgeous Melodies, my first piano album, to remind myself (and my daughter) that perfection is not a prerequisite for sharing your art.
My wife and I co-authored The Fox Family Adventures: A Day at the Beach, a children’s book inspired by our daughter that celebrates forgiveness and friendship.
And now, I’m writing my upcoming book, Intentional Habits: Tiny Changes, Huge Impact (coming 2026), which blends science, stories, and practical strategies into a framework for building the habits that matter most.
At the heart of everything I do are my values: gratitude, optimism, respect, grit, and support.
They guide the way I teach, create, parent, and live. Whether through music, books, or education, my work is driven by the same mission: to encourage others to embrace growth, share their gifts, and live intentionally.
If there’s one thing my journey has taught me, it’s this: transformation doesn’t come from one giant leap. It comes from the tiny, daily steps you choose to take. And the best part? You don’t have to take them alone.