I’ve held back from sharing something deeply personal with you, my readers—something that has shaped me in ways I can hardly put into words. I’ve shared thoughts on life, growth, and struggles, but there’s one aspect of my journey that I’ve been hesitant to be open about: my faith.
I want to be honest with you today, and it’s not easy to admit this, but I haven’t always shared the full story. The truth is, my faith has become the foundation of who I am. While I’ve been around the church most of my life, it’s only been in the last few years that I’ve come to recognize the impact it has on me. It has become my strength in difficult times, and a source of hope and peace when everything else felt uncertain. My faith has played a huge role in helping me become a better person—a better father, husband, friend, and even in my work. Yet, I’ve kept this part of me tucked away, hidden from view, out of fear.
Why? Well, it’s complicated. I didn’t want to be judged. I didn’t want anyone to think I was pushing my beliefs on them or to make assumptions about who I am because of my faith. I was afraid of losing relationships, friendships, or even business opportunities because of it.
There’s a stigma sometimes—whether real or imagined—that talking about faith can be alienating. So, I told myself it was better to leave it out of the conversation entirely.
But the more I think about it, the more I realize that by doing that, I haven’t been completely honest. I’ve been withholding a part of myself from you, from the people who come here to connect with my story. And if I’m really going to be the authentic person I aim to be, I need to acknowledge how central faith is to my journey.
My faith isn’t just a belief system I check off on Sundays; it’s woven into the fabric of my life. It helps me strive to be a better father, guiding me in moments when I’m not sure how to handle parenting’s ups and downs. It helps me love more deeply as a husband, especially when challenges arise. It helps me be a more present, understanding, and loyal friend. And it breathes air into my coaching and provides guidance in my consulting practice.
My faith reminds me to show up for the people I care about, even when it’s hard, and it pushes me to be kinder, more patient, and more forgiving.
I’m not perfect, far from it. But my faith is what has taught me to keep trying, to keep striving for something greater than myself. It’s what encourages me to look beyond my own needs and think about how I can serve others. And I believe that this mindset has also made me better in my work. It has reminded me that success isn’t just about what I achieve for myself but also about how I can impact others positively.
I don’t share all of this to make anyone uncomfortable or to preach. I just want to be real with you. I’ve been afraid of how this part of my story might be received, but at the end of the day, this is who I am. My faith is an essential part of my growth, and it’s something I want to share honestly from now on.
If this changes how some people see me, I can accept that. But I hope it will also bring me closer to those of you who value openness and authenticity as much as I do. Because at the end of the day, it’s not just about what I write—it’s about being true to who I am, and I want to continue this journey with all of you, fully myself.
Thank you for reading, for your understanding, and for being a part of my journey. Here’s to continuing the conversation, with a little more honesty from my side.
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