John Teichert
Retired U.S. Air Force Major General
Erica Olson
Trauma & Gender-Based Violence Policy Expert
Dave DeCaprio
Technology Entrepreneur & AI Leader

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Curiosity

Stuck on a Problem? Start With What You Know

Unsure where to begin? Dave DeCaprio explores how imagining a solution and writing down what you already know can help you move forward.

Erica Olson beside the words “When small steps feel too big”
Curiosity

When Small Steps Still Feel Too Big

What helps when even small steps feel overwhelming? Erica Olson explores how curiosity, tone and connection can change the conversation.

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John Teichert

Faith, Family, and the Dragon’s Wings

What grounds us when our plans change? John Teichert reflects on resilience, identity, faith and family—and finding purpose when a lifelong dream ends.

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Ideas to carry with you

Books for adults and young readers that invite curiosity, reflection and meaningful conversations.

Recipes for Resilience by Lee Bakewell
For Adults

Recipes for Resilience

Explore how ordinary stories reveal the choices, connections and practices that help us navigate uncertainty, adapt and move forward.

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Niko's First DiveKaiya and The Feeling InsidePax Finds A Better Way
For Ages 3-6

What We Carry Inside

Meet Kaiya, Pax and Niko through gentle picture-book stories that invite children to explore feelings, find their own way and stay curious. Read together at home or in the classroom.

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