"I’ve got 99 problems, but after a workout, stress ain’t one!" - Jay-Z (what he meant to add to the song, before he made songs cry)...

"Dwelling on the negative simply contributes to its power". -Shirley McLaine I always tell my clients that there is a ton of power in...

"If you never change, than someone is still changing your diapers and wiping your butt!" ...

"Man plans and God laughs". -(credit typically given to Woody Allen or an Old Yiddish Proverb) Setbacks are an inevitable part of life,...

" Life, like bowling, at some point may require bumpers, so you do not wind up in the gutter". -Me, Justin Lyons (unless someone came...

One of my greatest strengths as a life coach and occupational therapist is my relentless support in helping people improve their...

By: Justin Lyons MS OTR/L; CPRCS @ Special Connects LLC. Gradual Exposure to Social Situations: Helping Teens Overcome Social Anxiety...

This blog offers you several reasons why it is totally worth investing in a life coach!

This blog takes a quick look at how an occupational therapist makes an exceptional life coach and some other types of coaches

Connecting with the world around us isn’t easy. But there are communities out there that can help us. Find out how!

Check out the first episode of our series, “Special” Special Connects. In this episode, Justin interviews his longtime friend, Elon Altman.

Check out Justin's first video in "Real-Talk" Connect. Justin discusses the difference between a fixed mindset and a growth mindset.

Join Justin, as he shares his “Grief Event” with the Special Connects community. Justin tells the raw story of his sister’s passing.

“In this video, Justin talks about what the “real-talk” connection isn’t all about!