Listening to the Whisper: A Story of Losing — and Finding — Myself

Do you ever wake up in the morning and feel like something is missing from your life? You have a great job, a nice home, and a loving family — yet there’s still an emptiness you can’t quite explain.

This picture was the last picture taken of me as a professional - I was hosting a group of people at a Calgary Stampede Event, a fun event full of energy.  Yet, inside I was miserable.

Within 48 hours of this picture being taken I resigned from my CEO position and started to plan the 13000km ride for children in need.

At first, that feeling might come as a quiet whisper — a subtle sense that something within you is shifting. It surfaces briefly before being drowned out by the constant noise of everyday life.

For me, that whisper began at forty. Over time, it grew louder and more insistent until it became impossible to ignore. Eventually, it was so deafening that I walked away from my career, desperate to find answers and real change.

Some people called it a midlife crisis; others said it was a mild form of depression. I still can’t give you a clinical label for what I was feeling — but I can tell you exactly what it felt like: I was unhappy.

I often described the sensation as “grey” and gave it a name — the grey monster. It brought with it a lack of motivation, inspiration, and energy. My sleep suffered. I lost interest in the things I once loved. Worst of all, my unhappiness led to damaging behaviour that hurt both my career and the relationships I cherished most.

Looking back, I can see that my actions were selfish — but also a desperate attempt to respond to a situation that felt unbearable.

From there, my story may sound familiar. I walked away from my career and many of the relationships that had defined my life — all in search of answers. None of the traditional paths helped: self-help, counselling, or any of the other common solutions available at the time.

The journey that followed was incredibly difficult, but also deeply rewarding. Over more than ten years, I found answers that transformed my life. While I regret the time I lost, I’m profoundly grateful for the lessons and growth it brought. That journey ultimately led to something I’m deeply proud of — Heroes Unleashed.

If you’ve read this far, thank you. You might be wondering: What’s in this for me? The answer is simple — if any part of my story resonates with you, please don’t waste another day living without joy. We only get one precious life, and it’s too valuable to spend feeling unfulfilled.

Reach out. Let’s talk — no sales pitch, no agenda, just two human beings sharing and supporting each other. I truly mean that.

The mission of Heroes Unleashed is simple: to help individuals and organizations thrive while giving back to the communities we love. That means doing everything we can to remove barriers and support those who are struggling. I know taking the first step can feel uncomfortable, but trust me — it could be the beginning of a happier, more fulfilling life.

We all deserve that.

Thank you for taking the time to read this. I’m grateful for each and every one of you.

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