Inspiration Archives - Survive to Alive

Finding Motivation During Difficult Times

6th Jan 20214th Jun 2021
by J-D

During this challenging time that we are going through as a global family, I see in myself and others a decreased level of motivation. If you look up the original meaning it of the word it emphasizes movement; or ‘to move’. I see in myself and others less movement. The word burnout is being used more frequently as well as resilience. It would also seem like we have even higher levels of stress and anxiety than ever before. Read more “Finding Motivation During Difficult Times” →

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Journey of Desire

28th Jan 2020
by J-D

Coming from the charismatic Christian environment I was exposed to some amazing spiritual experiences and practices as far back as I can remember. I have parents that have been followers of the Way my entire life. They remain an amazing example and inspiration to me. I believe I am building on what I have learnt from them as well as the amazing experiences from childhood and early adulthood. It has become a journey of desire. Read more “Journey of Desire” →

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When it Comes to Ekklesia, There is No Such…

26th Nov 2019
by J-D

The study, practice and coaching of leadership is my focus and has been for about two decades. In business and organisations leadership is actually much easier than when it comes to churches or spiritual communities. In fact, we are really getting the two quite confused at the moment. Read more “When it Comes to Ekklesia, There is No Such Thing as Leadership” →

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Urgency Addiction

3rd Jul 20191st Jul 2019
by J-D

In my role as coach I tend to focus on reflection and insight. I help individuals and leaders gain perspective in their life so that they can rejuvenate their focus and energy. It is a shift away from urgency addiction. Renewed focus and energy ultimately leads to greater results. It is not about creating more goals and targets, but taking a pause and Read more “Urgency Addiction” →

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CEO’s Have Only Three Things they Need to Do

6th May 201912th Jun 2019
by J-D

Over the last 16 years or so I have worked with various CEO’s in various industries. Some of them were at the helm of large corporates and others were pioneers of disruptive technology. I have helped them understand the leadership imperative far beyond execution. Our Newtonian world tells us that stuff is more important than being.

But we forget, we are human beings, not human doings. Read more “CEO’s Have Only Three Things they Need to Do” →

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Just Share the Passion

7th Aug 20186th Aug 2018
by J-D

One of the greatest compliments I have ever gotten is one of the compliments I have overlooked for a long time. It wasn’t until recently that I realised that this overlooked compliment is part of my super power. Now, my dear friend, I can see the question mark on your forehead. Let me share this simple little insight. Read more “Just Share the Passion” →

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Motivation for the Extroverts! …What About the Introverts?

25th Apr 2018
by J-D

Motivation is for Every Day

I spend quite a lot of money and time on motivational books, articles, podcasts and videos. I feel very good after I read it which results in energy and motivation. Motivational material is Read more “Motivation for the Extroverts! …What About the Introverts?” →

Inspiration

Are You Hungry for Meaning and Purpose?

19th Jul 2017
by J-D

On a daily basis I encounter people who ask me how have I been able to find work with such meaning and purpose? The answer to that is Read more “Are You Hungry for Meaning and Purpose?” →

Calling

The Power of Belief

12th Jul 2017
by J-D

I love this whole thing around belief. It is so powerful, yet so enigmatic. What is it? How does it work? Where does it sit? Do I have enough? HOW DO I CHANGE IT!? Read more “The Power of Belief” →

Awareness

When is it God and When is it Me?

7th Jun 20176th Jun 2017
by J-D

Over a period of 12 years I pushed hard to fulfil my calling and use my gifts to their full potential. I listened to personal development and motivational books, but none of them had the impact that they promised. I finally realised Read more “When is it God and When is it Me?” →

Motivation is for Every Day

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