It was a little over 10 years ago. I remember lying in my hospital bed feverishly listening to the rhythm of the pumps as they pushed chemo into my veins. What a strange sensation, I could literally feel the burning poison travel from limb to limb throughout my body.

Starting with my shoulder, then my chest and into my stomach. I suddenly sat up, and with an uncontrollable surge, vomited and begin to cry like never before. In that moment, I realized that my life was out of control and that there was a good chance I wouldn’t make it.

Yep, a scary time in my life. I had just been diagnosed with stage 4 melanoma and was undergoing my first round of chemo. I knew I was in bad shape from the tears that fell from my dad’s eyes as he videotaped my struggle. My dad has always been my hero… so strong, and so full of belief. To see him in a place of utter pain and helplessness was overwhelming. Not knowing what to feel, how to react, or what to expect... I calmly slipped into a place I've never been before. It was surreal, almost magical. 

My mind raced... was I going to die or would I make it? What about my dreams? Would I have the opportunity to raise a family, build a business, make a difference? I remember gazing out my hospital window to the park below. Watching the families play together, dogs running, children rolling around in the fallen leaves, living life to it’s fullest. I felt sorry for myself. Why Lord, why me? What have I done to deserve such pain and fear? I’m only 34 and have my entire life ahead of me.  

You see, up to that point, I felt invincible, as if I would live forever. I never really gave much thought to the possibility of dying before my parents, my friends, and my family. I acted as if I had all the time in the world to create my dream life.

Not that I wasn’t doing well, after all, I was successful in many respects. I had a wonderful job as a financial consultant and business advisor, an impressive title on my business card, drove a nice car, lived in Newport Beach, California. I thought I had it all together.

Looking back, I realize how small I had been playing. I had one foot in and one foot out of the door, not truly on purpose with anything. I was sitting in the stands watching the game rather than stepping up to the plate and swinging the bat myself. I talked about my goals and aspirations, dreamed about them, yet never really took the actions necessary to allow them to happen. Deep down I guess I was afraid. Afraid of failure, and of what people might think of me. Afraid of taking a risk that might not work out. I was even afraid of becoming successful because of the added responsibility it would bring. What crazy thoughts.

It was in that defining moment while fading in and out of consciousness that I committed to designing and creating the life I had always wanted. One filled with love, peace, vitality, security, financial abundance, and unlimited opportunity. To follow my passion and purpose and make a difference in the lives of those I touch through coaching. Since then, life has never been the same. It’s been a miracle and a blessing!

It’s taken me 9 years of hard work to build my life back. From a health perspective, I’m feeling great! Better than ever. I’m riding my mountain bike, snow skiing, hiking, golfing, and working out on a daily basis and absolutely love it.  Three years ago I fell in love with and married my soul mate Teresa. What a gift! We were fortunate to spend two weeks in Italy last summer, and spent our anniversary in Maui. We’ve decided that traveling to really cool places works for us! 

We designed and built a new home in our dream town of Steamboat Springs, Co. and enjoy an amazing community of loving friends. Our coaching and consulting practice continues to flourish and supports thousands of people to enjoy more fulfilling lives.

So, how about you? Are you living the life you love? Are you enjoying a life filled with peace, happiness, joy, and abundance? Are you truly excited to be alive?

The message of this story is very simple. It's important to realize how delicate and precious life really is. Your life is a gift from God that should be appreciated, nurtured, and cherished. Live each day as if it were your last, taking the time to appreciate your many blessing and truly enjoying the moment. As you do, you will discover the miraculous.

Personal Mission Statement

Who I am is the possibility of Love, Generosity, and Freedom for the world! This is who I am...

I love God with all of my heart, mind, and strength. I pray often, expressing my appreciation and love for all I have. Most of all, I exhibit my love by the life I live and by my untiring effort to simply surrender and serve God in whatever capacity I am called.

I love my neighbor as myself. I recognize and accept the fact that all men are equal in the sight of God. I never do anything in any way to harm or destroy the self worth of another human being. As far as I am able, I aid all people in their needs, I do not criticize anyone's beliefs. I honor the individual and his right to exist, think, feel and believe the way he chooses.

I am humble. I recognize that everything I have, am, and ever will have or be is a gift. Humility is not weakness, merely a recognition of what is so.

I am committed to being an outstanding husband, friend, and mentor. I will take sufficient meaningful time with my wife Teresa, friends, and clients to help them in all their needs. I will love my wife with care, respect, and kindness. I build strong unity. I will build self-esteem in my wife, friends and clients and help them to create mastery.

I foster intellectual growth. I read regularly each day from the best books and articles, as well as audio training... one can not teach from an empty well.

I am honest in all things, with myself first. Recognizing that to be honest with my fellow man requires that first I must trust my intuition and be in integrity with all decisions and actions.

As a result of my battle with cancer, I've made the commitment to maintain a strong and healthy body. I eat, sleep and exercise in such a manner as to maintain a high level of energy. I take nothing into my body that will in any way detract from my ability to perform at my peak on a consistent basis. I eliminate negative energy. My health is a gift, blessing, and miracle.

I value my time. A natural by-product of "flow" is an increase in the value of my time. Managing time is nothing more than gaining control of the events in my life. Inner peace can come only when I manage what I do according to my governing values and purpose.

I am financially independent. I have developed an income that will be present whether I am capable of working or not. My families needs are taken care of in such a way  that they will never be without food, shelter, transportation, or education.

I have a period of solitude. During this period, I meditate, sharpen the saw, teach my family, read, develop my plan for the day. This experience is the beginning of peace for each day.

I enhance peoples lives through inspiration and empowerment. Working together, my clients will be motivated to design and create the lives they truly want and love. Once internalized, my clients will govern themselves in a manner that will bring greater love, inner peace, and joy.

I listen well. I listen carefully to all input, both positive and negative, weigh it, and then respond with respect, love and compassion.

I have order in my life at all times. I maintain a sense of order in all aspects of my life. My physical surroundings are always clean, organized and structured so that they bring calm into my life.

I have the confidence and conviction in my core beliefs, and will do my best to never deviate from them!!

-Travis S. Greenlee

Most Cherished Values...

• Spirituality
• Loving relationships
• Positive health/Vitality
• Freedom
• Integrity/Contribution

Favorite Quote...

“Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, “Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, and fabulous?” Actually who are you not to be?

YOU ARE A CHILD OF GOD. Your playing small does not serve the world. There is nothing enlightened about shrinking so that other people won’t feel insecure around you. We were born to manifest the glory that is within us. And as we let our light shine we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same. As we are liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others.”

~Marianne Williamson

Where I Live...

Tucked away in Colorado is a small town unlike any other. A place where western heritage and genuine friendliness are as honored as the values of a time gone by. And a place where not a whole lot has changed in the last hundred years.

It’s just that now, mixed in with the Stetson hats and cowboy boots, is the sophistication of a world-class resort.