My Books
Five Pathways to Purpose offers a powerful P.R.I.S.M. framework for discovering meaning through five transformative paths: Pursuit (mastery and excellence), Reflection (self-discovery and introspection), Innovation (creation and originality), Service (contributing to others' wellbeing), and Mind (knowledge and learning). Humans are continuously experiencing profound transformations, both individually and collectively. As automation, AI, and robotics increasingly meet our physical, mental, and even spiritual needs, society is confronting a deepening “crisis of purpose.” This book is packed with practical tools, assessments, and real-world examples that help readers identify their unique pathway to fulfillment and align their human potential with meaningful action in an age where the question, “What are humans for?” has never been more pressing. All humans have a primary and a secondary path to purpose. What are yours?
Bliss Chase
"Bliss Chase" is an exploration of modern addiction in its many forms and the pursuit of perfection through the eyes of two friends, Tia and Tim. Set in a contemporary urban NYC, this novel follows their one-year journey, each choosing a different path to achieve what they perceive as 'perfection.’ Tia becomes obsessed with the online world, seeking validation and fame in an attempt to become a social media “Influencer,” while Tim turns to drugs for creativity, euphoria and escape as he attempts to be a rockstar. Fueled by the relentless pursuit of dopamine rushes, their quests lead to a series of humorous yet thought-provoking misadventures, challenging their friendship, values, and understanding of true happiness.
Puns and Chuckles
This book is a delightful collection of one-liners that will keep you entertained on your coffee table. In this book, Chris crafts some of the most clever one-liners from his observations traveling and living in many parts of the world. With over 100 side-splitting jokes and One-Liners, you'll discover puns, zingers, and witty lines that are sure to tickle your funny bone and leave you rolling your eyes with glee. This book is a lighthearted exploration of life's absurdities and cultural mishaps that will leave you with a smile on your face.
Safeguarding Humanity
The book explores the risks and impacts of AI to humanity. From understanding the foundations of AI to addressing value alignment, explainability, and privacy concerns, Chris covers a wide range of topics. It delves into bias, fairness, governance, and policy considerations while e
mphasizing the integration of safety measures in AI development. With case studies, ethical discussions, and future implications, this book equips readers with the knowledge and tools to navigate the challenges and actively contribute to the responsible development of AI for the benefit of humanity.
The Unintended Consequences of Technology
Discover the technologies and trends that threaten humanity and our planet. How can we rein them back in, together?
This book gets you to consider the future of humanity we wish to collectively build, and whether we can rebuild a capacity for empathy at scale in our tech tools that allows for a kind, environmentally sustainable, spiritually fulfilling, and socially just planet for all.
LifeSmith
Have you ever been faced with a complex idea or problem and felt overwhelmed and unsure of where to start? Or you’ve tried something over and over and feel like you are not getting any where? If so, you're not alone. This book takes complex ideas on how the world works and distills them into simple, actionable steps in an easy approachable way. It will help you understand the forces that work for and against you in order to unlock your full potential.
Chameleon
This novel revolves around six “third-culture” friends living in San Francisco. A city of beauty, self-driving cars, and tech bros as they navigate the ups and downs of culture, relationships, work, and personal growth. These six friends are Ela, Ethan, Fin, Zara, Maya, and Riley. Zara is an African woman who immigrated to the United States. In her newly adopted country, Zara lives a third-culture life. Ethan grew up in a household where his mom is Jewish, and his dad is Christian. Growing up in a household with two beliefs under one roof, Ethan had to develop a third culture. Ela has two parents, each with opposite political beliefs. Dad is a staunch Republican, and Mom is a strong Democrat. In a quest to understand where they fit in, Ela lives a third-culture life.
Maya is a black woman married to a white man; this relationship creates a third-culture. Fin is a gay man who moved from Balltown, Iowa, a small town, in search of a better life in San Francisco — a big city. Fin recently came out as gay to his parents. As soon as Dad received the news, it was embraced with love and warmth, but the Mom’s reaction was fire and fury of icy chill intolerance. Due to the dynamic of his parents, Fin lives in a third culture. And finally, Riley was born and raised in a mixedrace household. Her mom is Japanese, and her Dad is white, creating a third-culture for Riley. Come on a journey as we delve into how these characters fit in by not fitting in. And how they toast to their unique individualities and realize that if they were any more diverse, they’d be a United Nations peace treaty.