He thought the best thing he could do was make his children happy but he quickly learned that isn’t always true.
The Night I Failed To Stop My Grandfather From Spiritually Harming Himself
Watching his grandfather suffer from spiritual torture he learned how religion could be a double edged sword.
Why I’m Grateful That I Tried To Commit Suicide
After attempting suicide he learned four principles that helped manage his depression.
What You Can Learn From My Junior Prom Heart Break
When his high school crush said yes he quickly learned how fast dreams can slip away.
Football Is More Than A Game, It’s An Addiction
When a player chooses to risk his long-term health by playing after severe injuries does that mean he’s addicted to the game?
Why We Should Be Excited When Our Children Make Mistakes
Making a mistake was unacceptable — and his self punishment went from banging his head to attempted suicide. Is that what we want for our kids?
What Can Prayer Do For You?
When his world was crumbling and darkness was knocking at his door he turned to an ancient practice for help.
What My 5 Year Old Taught Me When She Stood Up To Bullying
His daughter stood up to bullying and taught him what it takes to be fearless. — In honor of bullying prevention month I’ve decided to share a story about my daughter that I think could help all of us understand what we can do to prevent bullying. … she wasn’t thinking about the consequences of…
When A Car Commercial Became A Message For Change
When you don’t think of them as dummies, something amazing happens. — In our current time in human history we are as advanced as we have ever been. We can cure diseases that once wiped out thousands of lives. Pictures and video can be captured by a phone that once was only used to make calls.…
Letting Her Cry May Be The Best Thing For The Relationship
Over nine years of marriage has taught me … the best you can do is nothing.
What I Learned About Myself The Day I Wanted To Kill My Father
He planned on killing his father. Instead he found his humanity.
Why I Just Want To Punch You In The Face
On the field he learned that violence was the way to deal with conflict. Off the field he had to learn a better way.
How I Almost Died Playing Super Hero
As a child he believed he had the power to fix his family. After two suicide attempts he came to know the truth.
Four Choices You Can Make To Become A Better Father
Keola Birano shares advice — and his own painful experience — on what to do when you don’t have a good father figure in your life.
Why We Run #28: To Remember Who I Am
I run to remember who I am and where I came from.
What We Need From Our Children’s Sports Coaches
Coaches have tremendous influence, and it continues long past when the game is over. Here are two principles Keola Birano wants to see in his children’s coac