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About

Renegade Gentleman, Applied Philosopher, Best Selling Author, Mentor, Speaker, Facilitator and Friend.

Oak was formally educated in Calgary, AB where he received his degrees in Philosophy and Religious Studies. He was informally educated through is travels to India, Australia, and Mexico wherein he continued to weave and uncover pathways to harmonious human living through connecting with various wisdom traditions.

This Path of Service has been Oak’s goal since childhood, and can be summized as the intention to alleviate the suffering of as many others as possible.

This has coalesed into a variety of transformational and educational offerings:

1 on 1 Mentorship & Group Coaching (Smile with Life Program)

Online Courses, In-Person Facilitation, Speaking, and his online content.

Speaking Topics:

-The Art of Authentic Communication: Awareness as a Catalyst

-The Intersection of Mindfulness and Personal Responsibility

-"Mythic Men are Made"

-Emotional Intelligence in the Digital Age: Staying Present in a Disconnected World

-The Mindful Leader: Integrating Emotional Intelligence and Communication Skills

-Philosophy Meets Mindfulness: A Holistic Approach to Personal Development

Background:

Philosophy (of Mind, Language, Ontology, and Ethics)

Eastern Traditions (Buddhist Dharma & Yoga),

Personal Development (Authentic Communication, Self Authorship, and The Power of Presence).