Hi. It's me. Nicky Tamberrino

I’m constantly trying, failing, succeeding, and learning. There’s no roadmap for what I’m doing—no foolproof guide or checklist to follow. It’s exhausting and frustrating at times, but it also fills me with extreme pride. Looking back, I can see how far I’ve come—the ways I’ve grown and the lessons I’ve learned. I’m proud that I didn’t give up, even when it felt easier to throw in the towel. When I first started, I knew so little. Now, I know so much more… but even that’s funny because what I think I know will either change, evolve, or turn out to be completely wrong in a year. Keeping up is its own challenge. Technology improves at a lightning pace, trends shift, and I change. My audience changes. The landscape of what I’m doing is always in motion. It’s a dance between staying relevant and staying true to myself, and it’s not easy. But it’s life, isn’t it? And here’s the thing: there’s no roadmap for your life either—why should there be? Your life isn’t supposed to look like anyone e...

What If I’m Just Not Wired That Way? Do you ever feel like the world wasn’t designed for the way you operate? I do. A lot. What if I’m just not a planner? What if I don’t want to live my life more than a week—or even a day—at a time? Is that okay? Can I still succeed, thrive, and build a life that works  for me , even if it doesn’t look like the Pinterest-perfect, color-coded schedule everyone else seems to have? A Question of Wiring There’s a lot of pressure in life to fit into certain molds. Be punctual. Be organized. Plan ahead. But what if I’m the kind of person who thrives in the moment? What if I work better on the fly? What if I’m always running a little late—not because I’m lazy or disrespectful, but because my brain genuinely feels more alive when there’s a hint of chaos to it all? For a long time, I thought something was wrong with me. “Why can’t you just be more organized?” I’d ask myself. “Why can’t you plan better? Why does it feel so unnatural to schedule things weeks...

Man, we sure know how to complicate things, don’t we? Especially when it comes to figuring out our “gift,” our purpose, or that elusive “why” we’re all supposed to have nailed down. We twist ourselves into knots trying to uncover some grand, world-changing talent or skill. But here’s the thing: your gift isn’t always this big, tangible thing. More often than not, it’s woven into the little ways you show up for others every single day. Think about the people around you. I do this sometimes, and it blows my mind how obvious their “gifts” are—how they shine in the most unassuming ways. Like that one friend who always considers other people’s feelings. They have this magical way of making you feel like you’re enough, just as you are, and reminding you how much you’re valued. Or the person who just  gets things done . They can take chaos and turn it into a checklist, helping you navigate the overwhelming stuff with ease. See? It’s not about some over-the-top talent. It’s about how you n...

  “Thoughts are not actions.” Yeah, yeah, you’ve heard that before. But let’s be real—it only hits different when you realize just how much your thoughts can mess with your life if you let them. It’s like handing the keys to your car over to a squirrel who’s had way too much caffeine. Total chaos. Our thoughts are basically like squirrels in traffic. You know the ones—darting left, then right, then back again, unsure whether they want to cross the road or just freeze in place. They have no clue what they’re doing, but they’re still running around like they’re in charge.  Your thoughts? Exactly the same. Let’s be honest: our brains throw out some seriously random stuff. One minute, you’re focused, and the next, your brain is like, “You know what? You’ve worked hard enough. Let’s just coast for a bit.” That’s a squirrel thought right there—running around without any sense of direction. But just like you wouldn’t let a squirrel decide your route in traffic, you shouldn’t let your...

The Hard Truth: The Most Important Run is the One You Don’t Want to Do Let’s cut the fluff. Life isn’t about doing what’s easy or comfortable. It’s about facing the tough stuff head-on—the things you’d rather avoid, the things that push you to your limits. So, let’s talk about the truth you probably don’t want to hear: the most important run is the one you don’t want to do. The Run You Dread: Where the Real Work Happens You know that run you keep putting off? The one that makes you groan just thinking about it? That’s the run that matters most. When you lace up your shoes and every cell in your body screams, “Not today!”—that’s the exact moment you need to step up. It’s not just about physical endurance; it’s about mental toughness. It’s about proving to yourself that you can push through, even when every part of you wants to quit. That’s where the real work happens. When you conquer that run, you’re not just winning a battle against the pavement—you’re winning a battle against yoursel...

One thing I find myself reminding new marathoners time and time again is this: running is hard for all of us. It doesn’t matter if you’ve been running for years or if you’re lacing up your sneakers for the first time. The challenge is real, and it’s something every runner faces. There’s a common misconception that "real" runners—those who have completed multiple marathons or seem to have endless energy—somehow find it easier. Maybe it looks like we wake up every morning eager to hit the pavement, with a natural drive and enthusiasm that makes the miles fly by effortlessly. But let me tell you, that couldn’t be further from the truth. The reality is, running is tough. There are days when even the most seasoned runners struggle to find the motivation to get out the door. We all experience the fatigue, the mental battles, and the physical strain that come with training. What separates runners from non-runners isn’t that it’s easier for us, but that we do it anyway. And also, for...