Julie and I recently returned from a much-needed trip to Maui. After several busy months of speaking and coaching, the sight of an open calendar felt like a true gift—a chance to recalibrate, and most importantly, to reconnect as a couple. With three grown kids, three wonderful spouses, and six active grandkids, this was a time we both cherished deeply.
Returning to our familiar condo in Maui brought a sense of comfort and familiarity. Mornings began with coffee and a peek-a-boo view of the Pacific, followed by our daily walks by the local golf course, and peaceful strolls along the beach, letting the gentle sea breeze fill our lungs. We spent hours bobbing in the waves, people-watching, and ended our days at our favorite local restaurants, savoring fresh fish and those iconic drinks with umbrellas.
But beyond the relaxation, I walked away with three simple, yet profound lessons:
Life isn’t always blissful, and neither are travels, but that’s okay. A good friend once told me, “Find the good in the day.” As you go through your week, I encourage you to discover these lessons in your own life.
Aloha! And as always, I’m grateful for you.
From Maui with love,
–Steve
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About the Author
Steve Gutzler is the President of Leadership Quest, a Seattle-based leadership development company. Steve is a dynamic, highly-sought-after speaker who has delivered more than 2,500 presentations to a list of clients including Microsoft, Starbucks, the Seattle Seahawks, Pandora Radio, Boeing, Cisco, Starwood Corporation, the Ritz Carlton group, and the U.S. Social Security Administration. He recently was voted #1 by the readership of Huffington Post as the Most Inspirational Leader on Social Media.
A published author on leadership and emotional intelligence, Steve resides near Seattle with his wife Julie where they enjoy time with their three adult children and six grandchildren.
