Adultitis Fighter of the Month

An Adultitis Fighter is someone who rallies against rules that don't exist and engages in ruthless, senseless acts of silliness that undermine Adultitis and its unadventurous version of adulthood. Once a month, we shine a light upon the most remarkable among us, holding them up as a dazzling example of what we should strive for in this epic battle against a formidable enemy. Kim and our daughter Lucy had a really neat experience meeting Ruby for the first time. It was on a week night at around 9 pm. A mutual friend (Cheri Neal - a recent Adultitis Fighter of the month) was shocked to learn that both Kim and Lucy had never heard someone yodel before and this needed to change! So, she called up Ruby and away they all went to her house for a spontaneous visit. Not only did Ruby welcome the three of them with open arms, she enthusiastically played a song for them on her guitar (“Hey Good Lookin’”) before yodeling beautifully in her pajamas...at 9:30 PM! Yep, Kim knew immediately …

[Read more...] about Ruby Faye Smith, August 2018 Adultitis Fighter of the Month

An Adultitis Fighter is someone who rallies against rules that don't exist and engages in ruthless, senseless acts of silliness that undermine Adultitis and its unadventurous version of adulthood. Once a month, we shine a light upon the most remarkable among us, holding them up as a dazzling example of what we should strive for in this epic battle against a formidable enemy. Did you know that over 75% of the cars in the world are either white, black, or some shade of gray? What's that about? (Hint: It starts with an "Adult" and ends in "itis.") If we were asked about the color of our dream car when we were kids, I bet colors like purple, pink, neon green, and rainbow would have been among the top vote getters. Once in a while, you'll see someone in a flashy red or yellow sports car, but those are rare. What's rarer still is a car covered in rubber duckies. Yes, this is a thing, thanks to Jen Mulder, this month's Adultitis Fighter of the Month. We read about her in an article …

[Read more...] about Jen Mulder, July 2018 Adultitis Fighter of the Month

An Adultitis Fighter is someone who rallies against rules that don't exist and engages in ruthless, senseless acts of silliness that undermine Adultitis and its unadventurous version of adulthood. Once a month, we shine a light upon the most remarkable among us, holding them up as a dazzling example of what we should strive for in this epic battle against a formidable enemy. Jason Hewlett is a world-class entertainer and a hall of fame speaker who has brought joy and laughter to audiences all over the world. Jason is not only an Adultitis Fighter, he’s an Adultitis Antidote. If you are struggling with a bad case, all you have to do is watch one of his videos and Adultitis will go running for the hills. He is a talented singer, a gifted storyteller, and has the uncanny ability to make his face do things that shouldn’t be possible. Perhaps his greatest superpower is not taking himself too seriously, which is an important quality for any Adultitis Fighter. The breadth of Jason’s …

[Read more...] about Jason Hewlett, June 2018 Adultitis Fighter of the Month

An Adultitis Fighter is someone who rallies against rules that don't exist and engages in ruthless, senseless acts of silliness that undermine Adultitis and its unadventurous version of adulthood. Once a month, we shine a light upon the most remarkable among us, holding them up as a dazzling example of what we should strive for in this epic battle against a formidable enemy. Don’t let her petite frame fool you, Debbie Green is a giant when it comes to JOY. She is filled with it and it shines generously for all to receive. She’s a giver. Her example of joyful living fills those around her with encouragement and hope. What a gift it is to know her. To date, Debbie has attended ALL five of our Escape Adulthood Summits and every time she spreads her joy, reminding us all of the importance of not taking ourselves too seriously. She’s spunky, constantly smiling, a devoted teacher and nurse, and absolutely adores her children and husband. In recognition of their efforts, Adultitis …

[Read more...] about Debbie Green, May 2018 Adultitis Fighter of the Month

An Adultitis Fighter is someone who rallies against rules that don't exist and engages in ruthless, senseless acts of silliness that undermine Adultitis and its unadventurous version of adulthood. Once a month, we shine a light upon the most remarkable among us, holding them up as a dazzling example of what we should strive for in this epic battle against a formidable enemy. Julie Ann Sullivan used to be a CPA and spent decades in the financial services industry. It's a profession few people would consider to be a hotbed for Adultitis Fighters. But Julie Ann breaks the mold! She's now a full-time speaker, and a member of the World Laughter Tour, Inc. and the Association of Applied and Therapeutic Humor. Oh, and she also has a Certification as an Expert Level Practitioner as a Certified Laughter Leader. In her spare time, Julie Ann helps others discover their superpowers through her podcast, Mere Mortals Unite. (She even interviewed me on an episode back in 2016.) Indeed, Julie …

[Read more...] about Julie Ann Sullivan, April 2018 Adultitis Fighter of the Month

An Adultitis Fighter is someone who rallies against rules that don't exist and engages in ruthless, senseless acts of silliness that undermine Adultitis and its unadventurous version of adulthood. Once a month, we shine a light upon the most remarkable among us, holding them up as a dazzling example of what we should strive for in this epic battle against a formidable enemy. Joseph Basehart is a real clown. Seriously. They get a bad rap sometimes, but the clowns I've met who take their craft seriously are some of the best Adultitis Fighters around. Even sad clowns have a way of connecting with people and lifting their spirits. My first experience with Joseph was seeing a display he put together at a bookstore in the Denver airport. It featured my book, Penguin's Can't Fly, and it was pretty clear that he was all-in on the Adultitis-fighting bandwagon. Since then, we've exchanged emails back and forth and I've been able to experience his joy-filled spirit and unique perspective …

[Read more...] about Joseph Basehart, March 2018 Adultitis Fighter of the Month

An Adultitis Fighter is someone who rallies against rules that don't exist and engages in ruthless, senseless acts of silliness that undermine Adultitis and its unadventurous version of adulthood. Once a month, we shine a light upon the most remarkable among us, holding them up as a dazzling example of what we should strive for in this epic battle against a formidable enemy. Clint Pulver is like a modern, real-life Forrest Gump. Although we have only known him for a short time, he always seems to be in the middle of some epic adventure. He’s an amazingly talented professional drummer and has even directed the Drumline for the NBA’s Utah Jazz. He speaks all over the world. He swam with dolphins, rides elephants, and flies helicopters. He’s been on America’s Got Talent, starred in motion picture movies with actors like Jack Black and Jon Heder (from Napoleon Dynamite), and ran away with the circus. What’s most amazing to us about Clint is not that he’s done some impressive things, …

[Read more...] about Clint Pulver, February 2018 Adultitis Fighter of the Month

We continue to shine a light upon some of the most remarkable Adultitis Fighters we've encountered, holding them up as dazzling examples of what we should strive for in this epic battle against a formidable enemy. They don't possess any special superpowers, other than the rare ability to embrace and act on simple ways to have fun, spread joy, and not take themselves too seriously. We've culled some of the best Adultitis-Fighting tips from our twelve award winners from 2017. For some everyday wisdom that can help transform your life today while making Adultitis run for the hills, read on. (And to learn more about each person and why there were chosen, click their name!) What is your strategy for dealing with people who are obviously infected with Adultitis? "I’ve learned over time that there are people who bring joy when they enter a room and others who bring joy when they leave. And you cannot change other people. Rather than spend lots of energy trying to convince those who …

[Read more...] about Wisdom from the 2017 Adultitis Fighters of the Month

An Adultitis Fighter is someone who rallies against rules that don't exist and engages in ruthless, senseless acts of silliness that undermine Adultitis and its unadventurous version of adulthood. Once a month, we shine a light upon the most remarkable among us, holding them up as a dazzling example of what we should strive for in this epic battle against a formidable enemy. Sheri St. Marie knows how to have fun, but much to the chagrin of Adultitis, she also knows how to make dreams come true. Some people might think that having fun and taking yourself lightly is a barrier to success, but Sheri's track record argues otherwise. From top Girl Scout Cookie seller to top producer in real estate, Sheri has set and achieved many goals in her life while honoring her childlike spirit and instigating all kinds of shenanigans. This master's level educator and successful business owner is part Realtor and part life coach, working hard every day to encourage and inspire others to achieve their …

[Read more...] about Sheri St. Marie, January 2018 Adultitis Fighter of the Month

An Adultitis Fighter is someone who rallies against rules that don't exist and engages in ruthless, senseless acts of silliness that undermine Adultitis and its unadventurous version of adulthood. Once a month, we shine a light upon the most remarkable among us, holding them up as a dazzling example of what we should strive for in this epic battle against a formidable enemy. Jackie Ward's passion for life is a genuine gift to all who have the opportunity to know her. She’s spunky, sincere and magnetic and she draws out the best in those around her! Jackie is a leader with loyal followers and the successful business owner of an amazing child care center who remains true to her core values and origins of starting something remarkable, and boy, has she done just that! Jackie's personality is one of fireworks and gratitude, inspiring others to reignite their passions and be grateful for each moment. She is a planner of fun. She is a protector of childhood. And she is a …

[Read more...] about Jackie Ward, December 2017 Adultitis Fighter of the Month