Steve Lear

We’re excited to introduce Wanina Rae Debelo, founder of Noble Methods and a Kolbe Certified Consultant, as a guest contributor on the topic of youth and leadership development. Wanina Rae will share how understanding natural instincts at an early age can help young people discover their unique strengths and navigate life with confidence.

As many of you know, I’ve been a strong advocate of Kolbe Wisdom for over 30 years. That’s why I’m excited to partner with Wanina Rae Debelo to bring the benefits of Kolbe youth services to the SLO community.

Are you and your partner navigating life in sync or out of step? Discover how to turn your differences into a catalyst for growth and strength.

Discover the power of harnessing complementary strengths.

Chapter Three highlights the first key step in planning a TRIP: finding the right tour guide.

Read Kim’s insights on the latest trends she’s tracking.

Chapter Two provides an important overview of this decision-making process by answering the key questions: What is TRIP? Why Take a TRIP, and When to Go On a TRIP?

Vihaan Shah, a Guest Contributor to SteveLear.org, weighs in on the pros and cons of taking time off after high school.

Vihaan Shah is a Guest Contributor to SteveLear.org. In the following reflection, he shares his thoughts on the pros and cons of school uniforms, an educational issue that has long been the subject of debate.

While several versions of the TRIP decision-making process are available on this site (see the short Outline or complete Manual), we’re also spotlighting the content as individual chapters, making it easier for readers to get a step-by-step understanding of TRIP’s benefits. Let’s get started!

In Part One (posted August 14, 2025), Steve Lear featured the tenets of faith and life philosophies that often guide people’s generosity decisions.  In Part Two, he spotlights a timeless giving model that you can customize to fit your unique needs.  

A key decision you’ll face when creating a generosity plan is how much to give. Throughout history, people have turned to the tenets of their faith or life philosophy for guidance on this issue.

Discover a streamlined, collaborative, and comprehensive new model for financial education! As part of the Life-O-Nomics core development track, Finomics fosters financial competence by teaching the essential skills needed to effectively manage money, build wealth, and create a financially secure future.

Learning to leverage your strengths will change your life!

Check out Kim’s latest post for generational insights on work, life, and everything in between.