Game of Life
Game of Life

Game of Life

A newsletter designed to encourage and inspire you to play the game of life the best you can. While some don't believe that life is a game and I'd agree, it's multiple games on several levels; it's not just one game. There is a game of health, wealth, relationships, career/education, faith, and rest/relaxation. It's not a game from the perspective someone wins or loses but in theory and dynamic.


Lesson #1: Be Ready and Able

5 Aug 2021 1 minute read 0 comments theinspired

Throughout my life, opportunities have come my way. From the time I started working at 15, to my entry into the US Navy, to my working for a government contractor, to starting my own business, to mentoring young entrepreneurs, I’ve been ready and abl...

You Are The Average Of The Five People You Spend The Most Time With

25 Jul 2021 1 minute read 0 comments theinspired

"You Are The Average Of The Five People You Spend The Most Time With"- Jim Rohn Each of us have a window in which we look at the world. That window have 4 panes: Education, Exposure, Experience, and either Humility or Arrogance. Each of us have peopl...

A Fresh Start

18 Jul 2021 1 minute read 0 comments theinspired

“Isn't it nice to think that tomorrow is a new day with no mistakes in it yet?”― L.M. Montgomery IMHO, there is nothing better than a "Fresh Start." Sometimes life can give you more than you think you can handle. It's easy to get "behind" on health,...

I care about you, not what you do

9 Jan 2021 1 minute read 0 comments theinspired

2021 presents me another opportunity to become a better me. The other day while meditation, a thought came into my mind. How often do I communicate to those within my circle of influence the genuine concern I have for them. Caring about others is key...

Creating Generational Wealth in the Black Community

22 Nov 2020 4 minute read 0 comments theinspired

I am writing this blog in response to a tweet I saw by Dr. Roshawnna Novellus. I can't speak for others but I can share what worked for me. As someone who came from modest means (aka poor af), I can tell you once I learned the importance/discipline o...

DNA Health Coaching?!

19 Nov 2020 1 minute read 0 comments theinspired

You might be asking yourself - what the heck is DNA Health Coaching?! Glad you asked :)  I am laser focused on health. I lost my mom to congestive heart failure 3 years ago. My father passed from strokes and other health issues. Being an African Amer...

The Need to LEAD

8 Nov 2020 4 minute read 0 comments theinspired

This was originally penned July 12, 2016 in response to police shootings, it's even more relevant today and could be an answer to our political struggles... In response to the recent shootings and in this low trust culture we live in, I feel compelle...

We Can Do Better - We Must Do Better

27 Sep 2020 4 minute read 4 comments theinspired

I was invited to dinner last night and what transpired, inspired this blog post. It is my hope that as a result of reading this, you will feel motivated to take some form of action.  As with any conversation today, you will eventually reach the topic...

The Healthiest Breakfast Ever!

4 Apr 2020 1 minute read 0 comments theinspired

If you know me, you know my last name should be McDonald and not McNeal. Just as one is not all good or all bad, but a mix; so am I. I do enjoy eating my comfort foods, esp at a time like this (COVID-19 Pandemic lockdown from hell) but I also enjoy e...

COVID-19 Coronavirus: Don't get caught off guard

29 Mar 2020 3 minute read 2 comments theinspired

Disclaimer: This post could possibly be a downer depending on your mental state or it can be very inspiring and enlightening.  It is believed that we all could eventually get the COVID-19 Coronavirus. Based on our health will depend on if we survive...