Canter Associates

05/05/2026

Check it out...I need some help!

Hello Everyone, I need some help. 🌐 As part of my CQ Fellowship, I am creating a YP Mastermind program, and I’d like to survey the people who might participate in this program. Therefore, if you are Gen Z or a Young Professional, I’d appreciate your feedback. If you are not Gen Z or a Young P...

05/02/2026

“Healing isn’t about deleting the past; it’s about how we choose to live in the present. We cannot choose what happens to us, but we can choose how we respond."

Remembering a Fellow Voyager: Dr. Edith Eva Eger (1927–2026)

Today, we pause to honor the incredible life and legacy of Dr. Edith Eva Eger, a woman whose spirit was as unyielding as the truths she uncovered about the human soul.

Though Mihaly passed away in 2021, we often reflect on the kindred spirits who shared his journey. Dr. Eger was undoubtedly one of them. Their lives traced remarkably similar arcs: both born in Hungarian families, both surviving the deepest shadows of 20th-century Europe, and both eventually finding a home in California, USA.

While Mihaly taught the world how to find Flow—the joy of total absorption in life—Edith taught us how to find The Choice—the freedom to remain mentally unbroken even in the face of unspeakable suffering. Together, they transformed the landscape of modern psychology, shifting the focus from "what is wrong with us" to "what is possible within us."
A Word of Wisdom from Dr. Eger:

"Healing isn’t about deleting the past; it’s about how we choose to live in the present. We cannot choose what happens to us, but we can choose how we respond."

We like to imagine these two Hungarian giants now sharing a quiet conversation overlooking a Pacific sunset, finally at rest after lifetimes dedicated to helping others find their light. 🕊️🇭🇺🇺🇸

05/02/2026

Just like the Earth, our financial lives require care, intention, and consistency to thrive.

At Kaizen Financial Coaching, in partnership with WealthWave, we believe that small, consistent actions create lasting impact—whether it’s protecting our environment or improving our financial future.

🌱 Every budget created
🌱 Every debt paid down
🌱 Every dollar saved
🌱 Every habit improved
…is a step toward a more sustainable and secure future.

Earth Day reminds us that growth doesn’t happen overnight—it’s built through daily choices and long-term commitment.

The same is true for your finances.

Let’s continue to invest in what matters—our planet, our families, and our future. 🌿

Deanna Lewis, ChFC®

05/02/2026

While many believe that pressure makes diamonds, in leadership, constant pressure often creates cracks. The strongest teams aren't forged through fear or relentless demands; they are nurtured in spaces of psychological safety. Real strength grows where it is safe to try, fail, learn, and try again without the shadow of judgment loitering nearby.

When you create an environment where a mistake is viewed as a classroom rather than a crime, you unlock a level of innovation and loyalty that no "command and control" tactic can reach. Inspirational leaders understand that their job is to be the safety net, not the source of the stress. By protecting your team’s right to learn, you give them the courage to excel. True excellence isn't the absence of failure—it is the presence of the trust required to overcome it.

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05/02/2026

Some people don't want to hear this...

05/02/2026

Dr. Edith Eva Eger has passed away at 98-years-old, leaving behind a legacy shaped by unimaginable loss, resilience, and radical forgiveness.

In 1944 during the Holocaust, at just 16 years old, she was deported to Auschwitz, separated from her parents, and forced to dance for her life before Josef Mengele while her mother was sent to her death. She endured starvation, violence, and death marches, and was ultimately discovered barely alive among a pile of corpses at liberation.

Despite everything, she chose to forgive. Not for what was done to her, but for herself. She transformed her pain into purpose and dedicated her life to helping others heal. A Holocaust survivor, pioneering psychologist, and author of “The Choice,” Dr. Eger taught us that freedom is not about what happens to us, but how we respond to what happens to us.

She showed us that even in the face of the unfathomable, we still have a choice. And that choice can set us free.

05/01/2026

05/01/2026

Just one reason why Cultural Intelligence (CQ) is needed more, not less!!

05/01/2026

May 1st!!! More ways to use your strengths…💪🏼

What if the most powerful thing you could do for your mental health this month was remember who you already are?

Not reinvent yourself. Not fix what's broken. Just reconnect with what's strong.

This May, we're exploring Curiosity, Zest, and Leadership — three strengths that reignite your energy, open your mind, and show you the difference you make.🌟

Research shows that character strengths have a dual role: they boost well-being AND help reduce suffering. They don't just feel good, they help you move through the hard moments too.

🔗 Download 31 daily practices to stay connected to your strengths this month: https://www.viacharacter.org/resources/activities/may-2026-calendar

What character strength is helping you show up? Share with us!👇