The Journey of the Spiritual Warrior: From Self-Doubt to Self-Mastery

Let’s be honest—we all have moments of doubt. Moments when we question our purpose. Wonder if we’re good enough. Feel like we’re wandering through life instead of leading it. And despite what Instagram might have us believe, this is normal. Self-doubt is not the enemy—it’s a doorway. A whisper from the soul, asking us to […]
From Loner to Leader: A Man’s Heroic Journey to Wholeness and Purpose

There comes a moment in every man’s life where the ache inside can no longer be ignored. He may have the house, the job, even the partner—yet something still feels off. He lies awake at night wondering, “Is this all there is?” Beneath the achievements and routines lies a quiet longing—a whisper for more. Not […]
A Heartfelt Reflection on Supporting the ManUp Mastermind Event

I’ve just returned from an unforgettable 3-days at the ManUp Mastermind event, and I feel compelled to share some reflections on the experience. It was a powerful few days filled with deep conversations, courageous breakthroughs, and a strong sense of brotherhood that reminded me why I love doing this kind of work. When Eric first […]
Koan: The Warrior and the Feather

A student approached the master of the Shin Dao and asked, “Master, how can I become a true warrior while keeping my heart open?” The master handed the student a feather and said, “Carry this feather to the peak of the highest mountain without crushing it.” The student embarked on the journey, braving storms, scaling […]
Forgive Faster, Love Deeper

Join Me at UNITY of Calgary on Sunday, September 15th at 10:30 AM for an Inspiring Talk. I would be honoured if you would join me at UNITY of Calgary on Sunday, September 15th at 10:30 AM for a deeply personal and transformative talk titled “Forgive Faster, Love Deeper: My Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment.” In […]
Join Us for an Extraordinary Journey into Beauty with L. Neil Thrussell

Are you ready to embark on a transformative adventure that will change the way you perceive beauty? If so, mark your calendars for an unforgettable journey with the renowned speaker and spiritual guide, L. Neil Thrussell (that would be little ole’ me!), on October 22, 2023, at Unity of Calgary. Let me take you on […]
Take a Spontaneous Adventure Out of Your Comfort Zone

Stepping outside of your comfort zone can be one of the most rewarding experiences in life. In these moments, we have the opportunity to learn the most about ourselves and the world around us. But only if you take the opportunity. One of the best ways to do this is by heading out on an […]
Fiction Spiritual Genre

Recently I had this question posed to me, “ What is my definition of the Spiritual Fiction genre?” I had to reflect on that question for a period of time. The best I come up with is that, the spiritual fiction genre is about sharing a belief and processes of personal transformation involved in believing in a […]
My Faith Assures Me That Every Event in My Life has Meaning
Part of my talk Part of my talk My faith assures me that every event in my life has meaning and brings gifts? What hell was I thinking when I created that title topic? I suspect it made perfect sense when I came up with the idea. But it made absolutely no sense on Tuesday […]
Very Sad, An Era Coming To An End.
I started playing lunch hour shinny hockey with the “Wolf Pack” in 1997. When I was a much younger man. :: I have to admit when I started out I was not very good. As I stopped playing organized hockey when I was 10. Why? because I was probably the tallest and the lightest one […]