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A Humbling Drive: My Experience with the Lotus Emira (AMG Engine)

Posted on March 10, 2026May 31, 2026 by Justin Calabrese

Owning a car like the Lotus Emira is something that, for a long time, I only admired from afar. Like many people who appreciate cars, I spent years reading about them, watching reviews, and imagining what it might feel like to actually drive something designed so purely around the joy of driving. Now that I’ve…

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The Quiet Strength of Winter: Lessons from the Snowshoe Trail

Posted on March 10, 2026May 31, 2026 by Justin Calabrese

There’s something quiet about winter mornings after a snowfall. The world slows down. Roads are quieter, the air is sharper, and the forests seem to hold their breath under the weight of fresh snow. One of my favorite winter rituals is strapping on a pair of snowshoes and heading into the woods. There’s something incredibly…

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How Tiny Chef Helped Me Find Happiness Again

Posted on February 21, 2026May 31, 2026 by Justin Calabrese

There was a time in my life when everything felt heavy. If you’ve followed my journey, you know I’ve faced mental health struggles. I’ve confronted people who hurt me. I’ve wrestled with faith, identity, leadership, expectations, and the weight of being “strong” for everyone else. Healing didn’t happen overnight. It wasn’t a breakthrough moment. It…

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Steady Steps: Finding Peace from South Windsor to the Quinnipiac Linear Trail

Posted on February 18, 2026May 31, 2026 by Justin Calabrese

Growing up in South Windsor, some of my most meaningful moments didn’t happen in a classroom or a boardroom — they happened outside at Nevers Road Park. Long before I was building companies, writing books, or managing the daily pressures that come with responsibility, I was walking those paths. Sometimes once, sometimes several times over….

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The moment I realized success doesn’t feel the way it’s advertised

Posted on January 4, 2026May 31, 2026 by Justin Calabrese

For most of my life, success had a very specific look. It was loud. Polished. Predictable. Success was supposed to feel like fireworks the moment you arrived. Like a standing ovation. Like relief mixed with pride, certainty, and maybe even a little smug satisfaction that said, “See? I told you so.” At least, that’s how…

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Why We Must Still Celebrate Human Equality: Why It Matters More Than Ever

Posted on December 13, 2025May 31, 2026 by Justin Calabrese

Human equality is often spoken about as if it is a finished chapter in history, something humanity has already solved and neatly filed away. We point to laws that were passed, movements that succeeded, and milestones that were reached, and we tell ourselves that equality is now the default setting of modern society. But equality…

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What It Means To Publish My Third Book: The Apology Mindset

Posted on December 8, 2025May 31, 2026 by Justin Calabrese

There’s a moment every author knows well: the quiet pause after finishing a manuscript, when you close the laptop, exhale, and realize that something deeply personal is about to leave your hands and enter the world. Publishing The Apology Mindset, my third book, has given me that familiar feeling—but this time, it carries a different weight,…

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The Holidays, Through My Eyes: Why Family, Kindness, and Connection Matter Most

Posted on November 22, 2025May 31, 2026 by Justin Calabrese

The holiday season has always meant more to me than twinkling lights, perfectly wrapped gifts, or a table overflowing with food (though let’s be honest — I will never say no to a second helping). For me, the holidays are about something far deeper: connection. They are about slowing down in a world that constantly…

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Still Here: A Journey Through Healing and Self-Discovery

Posted on November 22, 2025May 31, 2026 by Justin Calabrese

Twelve years have passed since I walked out of the darkest season of my life, and my understanding of mental health has transformed into something far more layered, intentional, and sacred. Back then, mental health meant survival. Today, it means awareness, gentleness, boundaries, and the courage to keep choosing myself even when memories echo louder…

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Our Alaskan Adventure: A Perfect Day in Juneau

Posted on November 12, 2025May 31, 2026 by Justin Calabrese

There are some days that feel like they were designed just for you—and our stop in Juneau, Alaska, was exactly that kind of day. As part of our Silversea Cruise from Vancouver to Anchorage, we had already been mesmerized by the endless glaciers, snow-dusted mountains, and calm ocean waters—but Juneau was something different. It was…

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justincalabrese

Retail Entrepreneur, Published Author, Tech Business Consultant, Digital Musical Artist, Human Rights Advocate, and Former @HuffPost Contributor.

Letting the Tesla drive itself while I’m not in th Letting the Tesla drive itself while I’m not in the car.
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I ❤️ NY I ❤️ NY
A great time in Hudson Yards New York watching the A great time in Hudson Yards New York watching the #America250 fireworks. ❤️
Sometimes the best way to reset is to pack a bag, Sometimes the best way to reset is to pack a bag, hit the road, and embrace a change of scenery. Here’s to a weekend filled with new places, unforgettable moments, and memories worth bringing home.
Today’s view from this beautiful park looking up t Today’s view from this beautiful park looking up the East River. #NewYork #CityLife
Beautiful #butterfly on a #summer afternoon hike. Beautiful #butterfly on a #summer afternoon hike.
Sunday morning workout. #fitness #workout #run Sunday morning workout. #fitness #workout #run
Happy #FathersDayWeekend to a wonderful and suppor Happy #FathersDayWeekend to a wonderful and supportive father. Always there for me, day and night. #FathersDay #Weekend #Holiday #Family
Late nights. Clear mind. No excuses—just putting i Late nights. Clear mind. No excuses—just putting in the work. 💪🌙

#WorkoutMotivation #FitnessJourney #GymLife #SelfImprovement #NightWorkout
It’s #race day in the #Poconos. #NASCAR #poconorac It’s #race day in the #Poconos. #NASCAR #poconoraceway
Today’s hiking adventure brought incredible views, Today’s hiking adventure brought incredible views, fresh air, and memories worth every step. 🥾⛰️ #explorepage #hiking #travel #summer
It’s way too hot to be hiking today… so naturally, It’s way too hot to be hiking today… so naturally, that’s exactly what I’m doing. 🥵🥾🌲 #HikingLife #TrailLife #GetOutside #SummerVibes #AdventureAwaits ExploreMore NatureLover WeekendAdventure HikeMoreWorryLess OutdoorLife
There is always time for a workout after a long da There is always time for a workout after a long day.  The weekend is almost here.
Good memories, amazing food, and beautiful weather Good memories, amazing food, and beautiful weather in Quebec City. A trip filled with unforgettable moments, charming streets, and views that never get old. #QuebecCity #MemorialDayWeekend #Travel #Canada
12 hours of travel but we made it. Nothing like a 12 hours of travel but we made it. Nothing like a weekend getaway for the Memorial Day holiday.  Time to check emails and relax before dinner. Happy #MemorialDayWeekend
The moments you live for. #kittpeak #Arizona #Suns The moments you live for. #kittpeak #Arizona #Sunset
On the road again… On the road again…
Always been into #tech and figuring things out as Always been into #tech and figuring things out as I go. Still learning every day. The #Tesla is just a cool part of the #journey.
#LakeComo is beautiful in every way. #LakeComo is beautiful in every way.
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