Being our best selves sounds simple, doesn’t it? But for most of us, life’s noise and outside influences—family, society, or imposed beliefs—complicate this. It’s something I’ve wrestled with for years. Reflection, observation, and exploring ancient wisdoms and modern practices gradually shaped what I now call YQ, or “You Quotient.” YQ isn’t a fixed formula but a personal and evolving practice that helps us live with meaning, grit, gratitude, and love.

Here’s where some of it started: A friend once challenged my belief that anyone with determination could transcend their circumstances. To them, life’s limits were set by privilege and background. That moment fuelled my drive to prove otherwise, both for myself and for others.

How is it that some of us break down while others break through, some survive, and others thrive? If you think back on some of your unique challenges, and then multiply these by 108 billion, the result is an unimaginable number of problems and joys!

I’m not special, but I am deeply curious about what makes us human—how we respond so differently to the same challenges. My life looked fine on the surface: a stable upbringing, family, success. Yet I felt trapped and deeply unfulfilled. With the quiet love of those around me, I started to ask why and began growing my YQ.

I have explored and experimented with various forms of mediations, philosophies and teachings, some of which are thinly disguised as being secrets or key pathways but are, in fact, common sense. I have also closely observed people I respect. Some of whom are great leaders who nurture and develop those they lead rather than drive them for personal gain and glory.

Over time, I simplified these learnings into symbols—a straightforward, universal language that each person makes their own. YQ isn’t about quick fixes or feel-good formulas; it’s about reconnecting with yourself and embracing life with love, as a journey, with all its ups and downs. It’s evolution has been as much about addressing my own issues and challenges as it has been about sharing my thinking and coaching with others. Since its official launch, YQ More You has helped many who have been distressed, disillusioned and disconnected to find their way of living life with meaning. Along the way, these folks have encouraged me to continue my work and have helped me to refine my guidance offerings.

So, here’s my call to you: Let this be the year you discover your unique path. Find your grit, your love, your meaning. Make this the year to become More You through YQ.