A few years ago, I came home from work and my three-year-old daughter came running toward me, her face lit with joy. Like any dad would, I scooped her up and lifted her into the air. Then, suddenly, my legs gave out.

At the hospital, doctors explained that a herniated disc was pressing against my spinal cord. With therapy, they said, I might walk again. But they warned me: I should never lift more than fifteen pounds. My daughter already weighed more than that.

The thought that I might never carry her on my shoulders, chase her in the park, or run beside her broke me in ways I can’t describe.

And yet, the very next morning, I woke to feel her tiny hands massaging my feet — her childlike attempt to help me heal. In that moment, I realized my “why” was bigger than me. I could surrender to my circumstances, or I could show her what resilience looks like.

So I started where I was. At first, I could barely shuffle across the living room. Then I swam. Then I cycled. Then I jogged. Six months later, I crossed the finish line of my first triathlon and lifted my daughter onto my shoulders — proof that small, intentional habits can rebuild not just a body, but a life.

That journey became the seed of this book. I realized that everything I’d built — my recovery, my finish lines, my growth — came down to three pillars: Clarity, Consistency, and Connection.

• Clarity gave me direction. Knowing why I had to keep going anchored every step.

• Consistency gave me strength. The small daily habits that seemed insignificant became the foundation for resilience.

• Connection gave it meaning. My choices rippled outward, deepening my relationships with my family, friends, and even people around the world who’ve been inspired by this story.

That’s why I wrote Intentional Habits: Tiny Changes, Huge Impact. Because this isn’t just my story — it’s a framework you can use to transform yours.

In a world full of distractions, it’s so easy to live on autopilot. This book is your guide to breaking free from drift and designing a life that feels meaningful.

Inside, you’ll learn how to:

• Cut through the noise and uncover your deeper why, so every action is grounded in purpose.

• Build habits that last — small enough to survive your worst days, strong enough to carry you through setbacks.

• Create ripple effects that strengthen your relationships, shape your legacy, and connect you to something bigger than yourself.

This isn’t about hacks or quick fixes. It’s about building a foundation of tiny, repeatable actions that add up to transformation.

With research-backed insights, real-life stories, and practical challenges at the end of each chapter, Intentional Habits will help you reclaim your attention, align your habits with your values, and live a life of clarity, resilience, and connection — not by accident, but with intention.