Welcome, Friend.
I’m Colin Beavan, Executive and Personal Coach, writer, Zen teacher, and lifelong explorer of what it means to live with purpose. You might know me from No Impact Man or How to Be Alive, or from my talks on how to live meaningfully in a world that often pulls us away from what matters.
This newsletter is an ongoing conversation between us, a place to reflect on life, love, courage, leadership, and the art of being fully alive.
What You’ll Find Here
Each week, I share reflections on:
✔ Living a life that actually feels like yours—free from the weight of "shoulds"
✔ Navigating change and uncertainty with self-trust
✔ Practicing Zen, leadership, and personal growth in everyday life
✔ The messy, human work of wanting, failing, growing, and thriving
I don’t have all the answers. What I have is experience, curiosity, and a commitment to showing up honestly.
Why This Newsletter?
For years, I’ve coached, spoken, and guided people through personal transformation. But at the heart of it, I’m a writer. Writing is how I make sense of the world—and how I connect most deeply with others.
This isn’t polished advice from a mountaintop. It’s real reflections from the middle of the road—shared in hopes they meet you where you are.
Who This Is For
This is for you if you:
— Feel pulled toward something deeper but aren’t sure how to get there
— Are navigating transitions—big or small—and want clarity and courage
— Want to embrace both the uncertainty and the possibility of being fully alive
Wherever you are on your path, I’d love for you to join me here.
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— Exclusive essays & deeper dives I don’t share anywhere else
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— Early insights from my coaching practice and upcoming projects
Your support helps me keep writing and hold this space for meaningful, honest conversations.
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