Our ninth Escape Adulthood Summit was historic in that it was the first to be held outside the state of Wisconsin. We traveled west to the mountains of Utah, just outside Park City. Nestled into the Uinta foothills on the beautiful High Star Ranch, the DeJoria Center's combination of rustic charm and modern elegance make it one of the finest event centers in all of Utah. Attendees were surrounded by some of the most amazing vistas nature has to offer. This Summit was also our biggest yet, with veterans and newcomers from over fifteen states! We were proud to send out more …
Lessons From My Older Self
I wanted to share an update with you about what happened in the middle of our season finale 99th episode of Escape Adulthood LIVE. Kim and I had a lot of fun dressing up as 99-year-olds. There was much shenanigating (the first five minutes were worth the price of admission!). Near the end of our "Let's Draw" segment, a severe storm knocked out our power, abruptly cutting the show short. As it turned out, the storm produced a 100-plus mile per hour straight-line wind, which from what I understand is like a tornado but instead of rotating, the wind comes in one direction. Kim ran upstairs to …
Here Comes the Sun | a film by jason kotecki
Amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, when all live events were canceled, Kim and Jason Kotecki went from seeing their speaking business go up in smoke to achieving a dream come true that was twenty years in the making. The Beatles song, "Here Comes The Sun," turned out to be a fortuitous anthem for their improbable journey and inspired the first series of paintings to come out of Jason's studio. He created this film as a hopeful reminder that the darkness shall not overcome the light. ☀️ Check out the paintings here! …
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Escape Adulthood Summit 2021 Recap
It was worth the wait. After having to cancel the 2020 Escape Adulthood Summit because of that pesky global pandemic, we were overjoyed to be able to host another sold-out affair in our new hometown of Sheboygan, Wisconsin. Nestled on the stunning shores of Lake Michigan, we had two glorious days to process a rough 18 months and celebrate being together again. And that was the best part: Just being together, in person, sans screens. Not to mention the hugs. Our theme this year was "Rise." After a long, turbulent journey through the depths, we wanted to provide an …
Join a secret society for people who want to overthrow Adultitis
We’re excited to announce a life-changing experience for the biggest supporters of our work. It’s for people addicted to making memories and creating meaningful moments. It’s for people looking for an escape from taking themselves too seriously. It’s for people fed up with Adultitis who are ready to reawaken their spirit, reignite their passion, and see with new eyes. Joy is contagious. The people you surround yourself with are the biggest influence on your behavior, attitude, and results. This community exists to give you the fuel to fill yourself up, so you can go …
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Hope Is Never Lost
I just finished up this painting while my family and I continue to practice social distancing, cooped up together at home. Being in the studio has been a wonderful way for me to unplug for a bit and lose myself in act of creation. I have so many ideas bubbling up right now! The original idea for this one has been sitting in my sketchbook for years, inspired by the song "Ghosts That We Knew" by Mumford & Sons. I revisited the idea during this crisis, as it seems to be a perfect message for the time. So give me hope in the darkness that I will see the light'Cause oh that gave me such a …
Wondernite 2019 Recap
The third annual Wondernite was another magical affair filled with smiles, wows, and even a few tears. The exclusive art collecting event is where I premiere never-before-seen originals and limited edition artwork, but more than anything, the team and I strive to create an inspiring and entertaining evening of wonder. I wanted to share a few thoughts (and a lot of photos!) from the evening. Enjoy! Guests came from all over to the top of the Park Hotel, with stunning views of the majestic State Capitol building, to enjoy a fancy night out and browse my newest …
Shine On: Looking for Light During Dark Times
Kim and I were invited by American Family Insurance's DreamBank to share our story about when we returned home from vacation with our three kids to find something we were not expecting. It led to an emotional roller coaster of fear, anger, and grief, but eventually evolved into an inspiring story of hope and the power of community. In this vulnerable but uplifting program, we share our journey from darkness into light. We also touch on themes from Jason’s newly released book, "A Chance of Awesome: How Changing the Way You See Changes Everything," giving tips and insight for finding the …
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Paula Wick Wins Framed Canvas!
To celebrate and promote the release of A Chance of Awesome, we invited fans to share a fun photo of themselves with the book and tag us with the hashtag #AChanceOfAwesome. One lucky winner would be able to choose a 20" x 20" framed canvas reproduction of their choice. That lucky winner is...Paula Wick! Congrats, Paula; we'll be in touch to confirm the details! Meanwhile, thank you to everyone who has helped spread the word about this book! We have mostly received a wonderful reception (although we have had some people hate it, as you can see from the reviews). If you've read the book, …
Escape Adulthood Summit 2019 Re-Cap
The 2019 Escape Adulthood Summit – our seventh! – was another sold-out affair. More than seventy people, from 14 different states and Canadian provinces gathered in the Middle of Nowhere, Wisconsin, for a chance to take a break from the daily grind, connect with other Adultitis Fighters, and take their lives to a new level. This year's theme was inspired by the Henry David Thoreau quote, "All good things are wild and free." That being said, we wanted to set the tone in a wild and memorable way. As guests arrived with their Golden Tickets, they were greeted by snakes, alligators, …