Life-altering grit. Unwavering courage. Inspiration & flow.

On Thursday last week, I was asked to visit with Kimberly Harris, President, Compass Southeast Region, and around 35 of her professional staff at the Chevy Chase office. The meeting was a Q&A format with Kimberly beaming with enthusiasm as she asked questions about my real estate journey — fairly standard questions, until Kimberly turned to her team and asked what questions they had for me.

Kimberly makes people feel so comfortable that the team asked some deep, authentic, and somewhat penetrating questions. I am proud of my journey and especially willing to be vulnerable if it’s for someone else’s benefit. These professionals, relatively young, are very motivated. I answered two very personal questions about my journey.

The inspirational part of this story struck me on the plane ride home from DC to Jackson. I reflected on my journey versus that of Monique, my wife of nearly two years (September 23, 2022). On the plane, I reread for the fifth time, Monique’s story. It is intense, emotional, moving, and inspiring.

When I started my relationship with Monique, she would ask, “How was your day?” I would often reply “intense” – as, to me, it was. But compared to Monique’s accident, her recovery, and her career as a NICU nurse at UCSF – my days are full or busy, but not intense.

Monique’s life is truly an inspiration. Her new coaching business is in full flight. I live with and I am inspired by Monique daily. I see the physical scars. I see very subtle emotional and mental scars. Someone just meeting Monique sees an athlete, a stunning smile, a full personality, and now, an amazing coach.

Reflecting on my time with Kimberly and her team, I almost wish I had shared Monique’s story instead of mine. Maybe Kimberly will share this story with her team?

Don’t ever forget that as tough as your challenges may be, the person next to you may have experienced something more intense.

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This is Where We Are Now!

Thanks!
Mark

P.S. Monique’s coaching business is based on inspiration and flow techniques. Monique is a Certified High Flow Coach and a Professional Life Coach.