Speaking & Workshops

Inspiring resilience and well-being.
I speak on achieving goals, resilience, healing, and purposeful living, drawing on my journey from IT executive to Shiatsu therapist, End of Life Doula, and champion speed skater.

From the ice rink, to the treatment room, to the boardroom, to sitting bedside with the dying, my journey is filled with lessons in adaptability, perseverance, achievement and living with purpose.

Speaking topics include:

  • Resilience at Any Age – lessons from competitive speed skating

  • Achieving Your Goals – Clarify Plan Achieve (Personal and Professional)

  • Planning Ahead for the Inevitable Preparing for death with dignity and care

  • The Healing Power of Touch – how Shiatsu transforms health

  • Living Fully, Even in Life’s Final Chapter – insights from Doula work

  • Creating Space for Well-Being – practical tools for everyday life

I deliver talks for community groups, healthcare organizations, non-profits, the corporate world, senior centers, support organizations, schools, conferences, athletic teams, clubs, retreats and workshops.

Inquire about speaking to bring an inspiring and practical message to your audience.

Contact Richard

Some Ideas to Ponder

Tips to Trying New Activities

Do what you enjoy!
Set clear goals
Focus on benefits
Enjoy the process
Be patient with yourself
Don’t sweat the setbacks
Adapt to your capabilities
Buddy up

What Holds People Back From Trying New Activities?

Perceived age norms
Societal expectations
Fear of failure or embarrassment
Physical limitations
Cognitive barriers
Comfort with routine
Lack of social support
Financial concerns