Focusing on What Matters Most in Life

Dialogue Miles

Nov 3

Recently, I had the privilege of walking ~2.5 Dialogue Miles™ through Midtown Manhattan with my dear friend Greg Cochran from Toronto.

Though we hadn’t walked together before, this moment was long overdue—and held deep meaning for both of us.

Greg has faced profound personal challenges since we last met: the loss of his beloved wife Linda to cancer, and his own ongoing treatment for the same. Yet through these trials, he’s cultivated a rare clarity about what truly matters.

Our walk was filled with wisdom, honesty, laughter, and a quiet strength that left me so happy for my friend.

A Few Things That Stayed with Me

Friendships matter most.
In life’s most critical moments, trusted friends—those we can share our deepest truths with—become our greatest sources of strength.
Live by themes.
Greg shared his current life theme: love. He’s living in 90-day sprints, not out of fatalism, but realism. This intentional focus allows him to pour energy into what matters most.
Time is sacred.
You don’t need a tragedy to reassess your priorities. Who you spend time with—and why—deserves attention. If someone isn’t contributing to your joy, it’s worth asking whether that relationship should continue.
Trusted relationships unlock possibility.
Diversity in thought and experience within your circle is essential. Avoid echo chambers. Seek out those who challenge and elevate your thinking.
Entrepreneurial energy matters.
Real entrepreneurs see possibility where others see limits. Putting energy into what could be is one of the most powerful creative acts.
Moments in life matter.
After the walk, we had dinner with another good friend—a reminder of the importance of making time for a meal, a glass of wine, and meaningful connection.

Manage your time with intention. Don’t let others dictate your calendar or your energy. Protect your treasure: your time, your relationships, & your ideas. Because in the end, what lasts isn’t the urgent, but the meaningful.

Grateful for the miles, Greg, and for the clarity and perspective you continue to bring into the lives of those around you. I’m looking forward to our next walk and continuing the conversation.