Crowley Group

Global Director

Head of Global Relations

BCG BrightHouse

BrightHouse Luminary

National Geographic

Anthropologist, Filmmaker, TED Speaker

TED Conferences

Global Speaker. Keynote Addresses include Oxford University, the American Museum of Natural History, the Smithsonian Institute, and Harvard University.

TED Speaker

National Geographic Explorer • Technologist • United Nations Visionary Award Recipient • TED Speaker

I help transform visionaries into navigators of change.

The world's last master navigators were my mentors.
They crossed oceans without maps or instruments. 
Their wisdom cuts deeper than modern tools.

National Geographic named me their first Polynesian Explorer.  
Three decades of experiential knowledge have shaped my methods.
Fortune 500 leaders trust these proven paths.

Great leaders read patterns others miss. 
Clear vision comes from tested wisdom.

My work stands where two worlds meet: 
Where ancient truth transforms future possibilities.

Through storms, through change, through uncertainty, 
I help leaders emerge stronger as they learn to navigate. 
Their visions become reality when they master the way.
 
The world needs wise leaders now more than ever. 
Follow me to transform your vision into meaningful impact. 

Hear from those who’ve experienced my work:

“Elizabeth's timeless insights provided critical unlocks to our team and will no doubt do the same for a broad audience.” 

Ashley Grice, CEO BCG BrightHouse

"Elizabeth is a spellbinding presenter and storyteller who embodies an inimitable coherence as a daring explorer, visionary, and courageous advocate for cultures around the world. She brings her work alive through stunning visual imagery and poetry into an unforgettable experience."

Dr. Chellie Spiller, Leader-in-Residence, Oxford University

"Elizabeth has greatly honored her Hawaiian heritage, where not long-ago cultural repression was the norm. She is superbly qualified for her global quest to find and protect the essence of at-risk cultures." 

Captain Don Walsh, National Geographic, Ocean Elder

Your mental health is your greatest asset.

Here’s how to protect it at all costs:

Yale Study: “Workplace stress is one of
the leading causes of mental health issues.
Addressing it early is key to long-term well-being.”

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Please give him a follow.

Early warning signs:

✅ Neglecting self-care:
If you’re too busy for meals, exercise, or sleep,
it’s time to reassess your priorities.

✅ Losing focus or productivity:
Stress can impair concentration and lead to mistakes.

✅ Emotional outbursts:
Increased irritability or sadness may a signal that work is taking a toll.

Ways to protect your mental health at work:

1/ Feeling drained daily:
Tip: Track energy levels to identify patterns and triggers.

2/ Disrupted sleep patterns:
Tip: Set boundaries. Make quality sleep a priority.

3/ Physical signs of stress:
Tip: Incorporate exercise and self-care routines.

4/ No alignment with values:
Tip: Clarify your core values and advocate for them.

5/ Feeling trapped or hopeless:
Tip: Create a small list of changes you can control.

6/ Isolation at work:
Tip: Build connections with coworkers and work communities.

7/ Overwork with no recovery:
Tip: Set firm boundaries for breaks and unplug after work.

No job is worth your mental health.
Taking steps to safeguard it is essential.

How do you protect your well-being?
I’d love to know in the comments below.

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Global Advisor • United Nations Visionary Award • National Geographic Explorer • TED Speaker

Surfers don't conquer waves. They learn to dance with fear.

5 truths about courage:

The ocean teaches more than surfing.
It reshapes how we face life.

Here’s how...

1. Fear is your partner
Science: New experiences rewire our fear response. 
Action: Turn toward one small fear today.

2. Time bends on big waves
Science: Novel experiences make time feel richer.
Action: Do something that makes your heart pound.

3. Each wipeout teaches 
Science: Challenge creates stronger neural pathways.
Action: Fall down. Get up. Remember the lesson.

4. Share your insights
Science: Teaching others cements our own learning.
Action: Show someone else what you've learned.

5. Paddle out anyway 
Science: Action beats anxiety every time.
Action: Start before you're ready. The ocean doesn't wait.

The wave doesn't ask if you're ready.
Life doesn't either.
Both reward those who show up.

The ocean teaches one final truth:
Every wave is an invitation.
Every fear is a door.

What wave are you facing today?
I'd love to know. Please share in the comments below.

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Stop searching for the path. Become the Pathfinder.

Uncommon advice you can't afford to ignore:

Smart people read the signs.
Wise people heed them.

1.     Your Health
Your body keeps a perfect score. Energy spent never comes back.
Action: Guard your rest like gold.

2.    Your Happiness
Joy leaves silently before we notice.
Action: Track what enlivens you.

3.    Your Confidence
Your instincts sharpen with each truth faced.
Action: Back yourself in small moments daily.

4.    Your Timing
Right moves need strong foundations. Prepare now for later choices. Action: Build strength before you need it.

Clear minds make better choices.
Strong bodies sustain tough changes.
Prepared spirits navigate storms.

What sign are you seeing clearly?
I’d love to know. Please share your insight below.

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Joy doesn't play hard to get. We play hard to receive.

How happiness hides in plain sight:

Joy doesn't need complicated maps.
It lives where we are.

Here’s how happiness grows….

✅ Honor small victories
Each day holds moments worth celebrating.

✅ Create your own sunshine
Stop waiting for others to make you happy.

✅ Trust your instinct
It knows more than your doubts.

✅ Spend time in Nature
Answers come to us in wonder.

✅ Stand in your truth
Your worth shines without others' approval.

✅ Choose your battles
Not every fight needs fighting.

✅ Embrace imperfect moments
Perfection doesn’t create happiness. Joy lives in life's beautiful mess.

✅ Celebrate simple treasures
The gentle breeze. A warm smile. Joy sparkles in ordinary moments.

✅ Practice gratitude
Notice what's already here. Small joys create lasting contentment.

✅ Choose joy daily
Happiness is a practice, not an arrival. Small choices pave the way.

Joy stands ready at your door.
We're the ones searching elsewhere.

What happiness is waiting for you in plain sight?
Please share your thoughts. I’d love to know!

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Titles command attention. But kindness creates impact.

5 ways kind leaders change the world:

1. Truth with grace
Strong leaders deliver hard truths with soft edges.
Action: Share one difficult truth with helpful guidance.

2. See the invisible
Heroes work in shadows, unnoticed and unacknowledged.
Action: Thank someone whose work others overlook.

3. Break down walls
Your influence can open doors others can't reach.
Action: Make one introduction that could help another grow.

4. Stand in storms
Crisis reveals true character through calm presence.
Action: Steady kindness during chaos builds unshakeable trust.

5. Plant tomorrow's gardens
Great leaders grow other great leaders, not just profits.
Action: Mentor someone who needs your hard-earned wisdom.

Titles fade.
Choose impact over power.
Choose kindness over command.

Your position gives temporary reach.
Your kindness creates permanent change.
Build a legacy that matters.

What small act of kindness will you choose?
Share your commitment below.

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True greatness lifts others first.

Clap for them. And watch what happens!

Generosity doesn't empty your cup.
It fills others until yours overflows.
This is the simple truth about abundance.

Here are 8 powerful ways to lift others:

✅ Spot daily victories
Notice what others achieve. Praise them.

✅ Find hidden talent
Some stars shine quietly. Help them sparkle.

✅ Start success chains
Your recognition inspires others grow.

✅ Guide new paths
Be what you needed when you were starting out.

✅ Build strong bonds
Connect through genuine appreciation.

✅ Fuel fresh growth
Watch potential thrive under your encouragement.

✅ Keep spirits high
Help others maintain their momentum.

✅ Champion others' dreams
Celebrate until celebration becomes natural.

Your time will come.
But today, be the Light.
Be the celebration someone needs.

Greatness doesn’t dim the light in others.
It becomes the master flame tender.
It knows joy multiplies when it’s shared.
Your time is coming.
Until then, celebrate louder than thunder.
Watch how far your joy echoes.

Who can you celebrate today?
Tag them if they’re on LinkedIn.

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Our dreams don’t fail. We quit too soon.

3 truths that change everything:

Most people abandon their dreams inches from their miracle.
Never be like most people.

Here’s what to do…

1. Choose courage over fear
Invisible dreams become visible through brave choices.
Fear whispers, "wait." Courage whispers, "now."

2. Develop unwavering resolve
Success bows to relentless persistence.
Mountains move for consistent commitment.

3. Stay in the game
Time passes whether you pursue dreams or not.
Only quitting guarantees failure.

Dreams don't need perfect conditions.
They need persistent pursuit.
They need your stubborn faith.

Every great achievement started as an impossible dream.
Every success story includes chapters of doubt.
Every victory required someone who refused to quit.

The only dreams that truly die are the ones we abandon.
The rest are simply waiting for our courage.

What dream deserves your commitment?
Please inspire us in the comments below.

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The best connections need no explanation. 

Here’s how to know who's right for you:

1. Instant Recognition 
	They see the real you beyond the surface. 
	Your shoulders drop as soon as they walk in.

2. Natural Ease 
	No pretenses. No masks. 
	You're relaxed and your mind finds peace.

3. Comfortable Quiet 
	Words aren’t always needed. 
	The silence between you feels natural.

4. Full Acceptance 
	Your quirks, your flaws—they love them.
	You’re enough, just as you are.

5. Steady Growth 
They create space for you to evolve. 
With them, you feel like you can be your best self.

6. Unwavering Support 
They stand by you, no matter the storm. 
Your trust in them deepens with time.

7. True Reflection
They see your potential before you do. 
Being around them makes you believe in your future.

Real connections are felt, not explained. 
Your gut knows it. 
Your heart holds the answer.

Who brings out the best in you? Tag them below. 💙

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Your dreams don't care if it's Sunday.

Here’s your path to freedom:

Stop waiting for Monday.
Stop waiting for perfect.
Stop waiting for permission.

Great lives aren't built in grand gestures.
They rise from small, brave choices.

Start here:

-Write the first page
-Take the first step
-Make the bold call
-Launch the small start
-Learn one new skill
-Build one connection
-Plant one seed

Weekends aren't for escaping life.
They're for creating it.
They're for building what sets you free.

Your dreams don't need full-time.
They need focused time.
They need fierce time.

This weekend: Choose creation over consumption.
Choose building over browsing.
Choose your dreams over your doubts.

Your choices can change everything.
Not because of time.
But because of courage.

Turn Sundays into stepping stones.
What can you build today?
Share your brave beginning below.

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How to achieve a life-changing legacy…

inspire greatness with these 5 simple steps:

Success feels empty without human connection.
Real wealth lives in the hearts we touch.

Here’s how to enrich lives daily:

✅ See the Invisible
Notice those others overlook.
Make someone feel like they matter today.

✅ Create Belonging
Build bridges where walls once stood.
Welcome someone who feels like an outsider.

✅ Value Uniqueness
Celebrate what makes others different.
Help someone shine their authentic light.

✅ Honor Stories
Everyone carries hidden chapters.
Treat each person's journey with respect.

✅ Light Paths
Help others see their own worth.
Guide someone toward their own strength.

Success impresses at a distance.
Kindness transforms up close.
Human dignity outweighs human achievement.

How can you change someone's day today?
I’d love to know! Share your thoughts below.

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How to turn obstacles into opportunities.

It’s as simple as shifting your focus.

“When we change the way we look at things,
the things we look at change.” Dr. Wayne Dyer

Wayne Dyer wasn’t only a friend, but a mentor who transformed my life.
Before we met, his books helped me navigate intense challenges.
Years later, Wayne taught me how to radically shift my perception.

Here's what I learned:

🟣 Professionally
↳ Every rejection reveals a better direction.
↳ Each setback strengthens your strategy.

🟣 Personally
↳ Failures are your finest teachers.
↳ Comfort zones make poor classrooms.

🟣 Emotionally
↳ Hard conversations create deeper connections.  
↳ Different views expand your vision.

Life's greatest shifts happen quietly,
not in circumstance.
But in perspective.

What perception can you shift today?
Please share your new view below.

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Focus determines your destiny.

Here are game-changing truths:

For your mind:

• Ignore the noise
• Avoid distractions
• Stay true to your vision
• Trust that you are enough

For your life:

• Embrace new experiences
• Stay present
• Share what you learn
• Be generous

With this knowledge, you can:

→ Sharpen your focus
→ Enhance your life
→ Achieve your potential

👉 How do you stay focused?
I'd love to know. Please share below! ⬇️

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Your worth isn’t in what you own. It’s in who you are.

3 truths that change everything:

Achievement fills rooms.
Character fills souls.
Your legacy lives in the lives you touch.

Here's what truly measures worth…

1. Generosity
Impact: Your gifts ripple through countless lives.
Action: Give one thing daily that money can't buy.

2. Curiosity
Impact: Wonder opens doors success can't reach.
Action: Learn something purely for joy today.

3. Integrity
Impact: Trust outlasts any achievement.
Action: Choose what's right over what's easy.

Your worth isn't measured in spreadsheets.
It's counted in the smiles you create.
It's measured in the hearts you touch.

What matters isn't what you gain.
It's what you give.
It's who you become.

How do you measure true worth?
I'd love to know. Look forward to reading your comments!

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Want to achieve more? Start doing less.

10 Secrets of ultra-productive people:

1. They Delegate Hard
Identify your strengths and delegate the rest.
Tip: List three tasks you'll delegate this week.

2. They Protect their Workflow
Email and social media can wreck your flow.
Tip: Create sacred hours for focused work daily.

3. They Use the 80/20 Rule
Identify the most critical 20% and focus on it.
Tip: Identify your high-impact 20% each morning.

4. They Plan Tomorrow Tonight
Before bed, create the next day's plan.
Tip: Make tomorrow's roadmap your evening ritual.

5. They're One Touch and Done
Complete quick tasks immediately.
Tip: Handle all sub-10-minute tasks immediately.

6. They Leave Work on Time 
You can always do more. Schedule life.
Tip: Set hard boundaries for work completion daily.

7. They Focus on Energy
Operate at peak through nutrition, sleep, and fitness.
Tip: Treat your energy like your most precious resource.

8. They Use the "No" Strategy
Really successful people say no to almost everything.
Tip: Practice saying "no" to good for better.

9. They Switch Between Tasks
Alternate between different types of work.
Tip: Mix creative, analytical, and physical tasks daily.

10. They Refocus Priorities Weekly
Review goals and progress regularly.
Tip: Schedule weekly reality checks with yourself.

Productivity isn't about crushing yourself.
It's about creating space for what matters.
Small shifts create massive results.

Your most productive self is waiting.
Which secrets do you use?
I’d love to know. Share your commitments below.              

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10 Secrets of Ultra-Productive People

Old leadership myths no longer work. A new path is emerging!

10 Truths defining New Leaders:

❌ Old Leadership Myths 

1. "Leaders must know everything"

2. "Titles define leadership value"

3. "Authority commands respect"

4. "Never show vulnerability"

5. "Leaders work alone"

6. "Control drives results"

7. "Success is solo achievement"

8. "Avoid conflict at all costs"

9. "Never admit mistakes"

10. "Fear motivates best"

✅ New Leadership Truths

1. "Curiosity creates wisdom"

2. "Impact outweighs position"

3. "Trust builds daily"

4. "Authenticity builds strength"

5. "Collaboration amplifies wisdom"

6. "Empowerment unleashes potential"

7. "Victory belongs to teams"

8. "Conflict sparks innovation"

9. "Accountability creates trust"

10. "Vision inspires transformation"

True leadership isn't about command.
It's about empowerment.
Your leadership matters now more than ever.

Which truth resonates most with you?
I’d love to know!

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Your poorest day is someone else's dream life.

3 truths about real wealth:

We chase tomorrow's dreams while missing today's miracles.
Simple math reveals how rich you already are.

You're richer than 75% of humanity if you have…

✅ Food
Each meal is someone's answered prayer.

✅ Clothing
Simple warmth equals profound wealth.

✅ Shelter
A safe place means more than any mansion.

✅ A Bed
Rest in peace isn't just nighttime luxury.

You're in the world's top 8% if you have:

✅ Money in the bank
Any savings means vast fortune somewhere.

✅ Cash in your wallet
Small change means big a great deal.

✅ The ability to read
Literacy opens doors billions dream about.

True wealth isn't in bank accounts.
It lives in life's basic gifts.
It grows through grateful eyes.

This Thanksgiving:
Count your basic blessings daily
Give generously from your abundance
Share hope with those who need it

What simple blessing makes you rich today?
Let's celebrate thanks-giving every day.

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Greatness doesn’t wait for approval.

8 new rules for making impact at work:

1. ❌ Old Rule: Seek permission for your path
   ✅ New Rule: Trust Your Inner Compass. Listen to your quiet knowing. 
Choose alignment over approval.

2. ❌ Old Rule: Stay comfortable to stay safe
   ✅ New Rule: Grow Through Discomfort. Welcome challenges as teachers.   Turn fear into fuel. Let resistance guide growth.

3. ❌ Old Rule: Fit in to belong
    ✅ New Rule: Stand Apart to Stand Strong. Your difference is your power.   Authenticity attracts authenticity. Create your own belonging.

4. ❌ Old Rule: Wait for perfect timing
   ✅ New Rule: Start Before Ready. Perfect moments don't exist.
Action creates clarity. Small steps build momentum.

5. ❌ Old Rule: Give until empty
   ✅ New Rule: Fill Your Cup First. Your energy is sacred.
Boundaries build strength • Rest is productive.

6. ❌ Old Rule: Collect more knowledge
   ✅ New Rule: Apply What You Know. Wisdom comes through action. Experience outweighs information • Start with what you have.

7. ❌ Old Rule: Chase external validation
   ✅ New Rule: Create Internal Victory. Define success for yourself. 
Measure growth, not glory • Build self-trust daily.

8. ❌ Old Rule: Follow the crowd
   ✅ New Rule: Pioneer Your Path. Your journey is unique.
Create your own markers • Trust your timing.

Impact isn't granted. It's claimed.
Your greatness doesn't need permission.
Your voice doesn't need validation.

Which rule resonates most with you?
I'd love to know. Please share your comment below.

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Greatness Doesn't Wait for Approval. 8 New Rules...

Real leadership has no title. It has impact.

10 ways to lead from any position:

Many wait for a promotion to start leading. 
True influence needs no permission to begin.

Here's how…

✅ Leadership starts with serving, not commanding.
Put the growth of others growth ahead of your authority today.

✅ Empathy creates trust and lasting connections.
Listen to understand, not just to respond.

✅ Consistency builds credibility and inspires loyalty.
Make your daily actions match your words.

✅ Listening is more powerful than speaking.
Create a space for the voice of others to emerge.

✅ Challenges are opportunities to innovate and grow.
Turn one problem into a possibility today.

✅ Accountability strengthens character and earns respect.
Own your mistakes. Fix them without excuses.

✅ Great leaders celebrate others, not themselves.
Spotlight someone else's victory before your own.

✅ Collaboration wins over competition every time.
Build bridges where walls once stood firm.

✅ Adaptability is the foundation of lasting success.
Welcome change as your greatest teacher today.

✅ Integrity is non-negotiable, even under pressure.
Choose right over easy, especially when alone.

Titles are given. Leadership is earned. 
Position is temporary. Impact is forever.
Authority comes from actions, not announcements.

Your influence starts now: Not with promotion. 
Not with permission. But with purpose.

Which leadership quality resonates with you? 
Please comment below.

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If it costs you your peace, the price is too high.

5 signs it may be time for a change:

Peace isn’t a luxury. It’s a necessity.
What steals your peace drains your life.
 
Here's what to look for:
 
1.    You feel trapped in endless compromise.
↳ If you’re constantly sacrificing, 
there’s no mutual respect.
 
2.   You no longer feel joy in small moments.
↳ If your peace is gone, even life’s simplest pleasures feel dull.
	The right path will add joy, not take it away.
	 
3.   Your creativity feels stifled.
↳ If a situation makes it hard to dream, it’s holding you back.
 True peace inspires innovation and growth.
 
4.   You sense resistance in your body.
↳ If your gut feels uneasy or your energy feels drained. Listen.
Your body often recognizes what your mind tries to rationalize.
 
5.   You’ve started questioning your future.
↳ If you can’t see a path forward, it’s time to realign.
Peace is clarity, not confusion.
 
Walking away isn’t weakness. It’s wisdom.
It’s making space for something better.
 
Your peace is your power.
Your dreams deserve the best version of you.
 
What’s one step you’ll take to protect your peace?
I’d love to know. Please share in the comments below.

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10 Life lessons you’ll wish you’d known.
 
Don’t regret learning these too late:

1. Work hard and stay the course
↳ Don’t wait until you feel ready to begin. Start now.

2. Believe in yourself
↳ Be mindful of how you talk to yourself.

3. Fear leads to breakthroughs
↳ Courage paves the way to confidence.

4. Failure fuels growth
↳ Every success story is built on lessons learned.

5. Value your time
↳ Focus on what matters. Cut out distractions.

6. Don’t create problems that don’t exist
↳ Your perspective shapes your reality.

7. Embrace uncertainty
↳ You’ll never have all the answers. It’s okay.

8. Tenacity and consistency matter
↳ Small, focused actions over time lead to bigger wins.

9. Resilience outlasts hardship
↳ Use tough moments as a mirror. Adapt and grow.

10. Life is a teacher
↳ Pay attention. Capture key lessons. Dare greatly.

Which of these truths hit home for you?
Let me know in the comments ⬇

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