Now You Want to Show Up? When the Celebration Isn’t About the One Who’s Gone
Vera isn’t gone yet. But already… the voices have started.
Fortis Invictus is Latin. It means Strong. Unconquered. Resilient. Brave. Courageous. Powerful. Undefeated.
Exactly what caregivers are whether they feel like it or not.
Deep within you lies the heart, the spirit, and the Unconquered Strength of a warrior
Fortis Invictus is Latin. It translates into strong, unconquered, resilient, powerful, courageous brave and undefeated all which accurately describes Caregivers.
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With 15+ years of experience, I help caregivers set boundaries, prevent burnout, and rediscover joy—because you are more than just a caregiver. My faith-driven, action-oriented approach ensures you feel supported every step of the way.
For over 30 years, I have devoted my life to the study and practice of human behavior, personal growth, development, and leadership. My corporate career spanned executive leadership roles at Pepsi-Cola, Halliburton, Mercedes-Benz, Harley-Davidson, and Johnson Controls.
However, my life took a profound turn when my wife, Vera, was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. Realizing that my demanding travel schedule spending 3 to 4 days a week on the road would not allow me to provide the care she needed, I made the decision to leave Corporate America. I launched my own mentoring and coaching business.
A path that not only allowed me to care for Vera but also aligned with my true purpose: serving and empowering others.
I have had the honor of serving as a Keynote Speaker and Personal Growth & Development Trainer, delivering impactful messages to audiences ranging from 15 to over 5,000 across the U.S. and U.K. My contributions have been recognized at the highest levels, including being awarded “Best Trainer in Company History” by the CEO of a Fortune 500 company.
There’s a fire inside you. Not the fire of pretending to be strong But the sacred flame of Fortis Invictus.
Unconquerable Strength.
It’s what keeps you standing when everything in you wants to fall. It rises when your body is drained, your heart is heavy, and your soul whispers, “I can’t do this anymore.”
And still… you do.
That’s not just survival. That’s sacred strength.
Passed down through generations.
Refined by hardship. Sustained by faith.
It’s the same enduring spirit my Cherokee ancestors carried And the one God placed deep within you.
“Inside you is a fire no storm can put out.”
— Cherokee Proverb
You weren’t called to this sacred role because you’re indestructible.
You were called because even when you trip and fall you rise.
But you were never meant to endure it alone. Like the Phoenix—forged in the flames of transformation, and rising once again, with restored strength, energy and endurance.
This is what that fire looks like in motion.
This is what Fortis Invictus means.
And this is where your comeback begins.
As a Caregiver Empowerment Mentor, I guide caregivers through real-life challenges using a faith-based, action-driven approach.
Professional Christian Coaching Institute
Tony Robbins’ Mastery University
John Maxwell Team
Mind Shifting Academy
American Board of Hypnotherapy
Napoleon Hill Foundation
National Federation of NLP
Myers-Briggs Personality Type Indicator
“It starts with just one sacred breath and ends with you soaring again…
Like the Phoenix forged in the flames of transformation, and launched into unstoppable empowerment.”
“Inside you is a fire no storm can put out.”
— Cherokee Proverb
Professional Christian Coaching Institute
Tony Robbins’ Mastery University
National Federation of
NLP
Myers-Briggs Personality Type Indicator
Johnny’s techniques are highly effective & easy to implement & get results. His work ethic & commitment to his clients is impressive. He has a natural ability to mentor others through their personal transformations.
Johnny is a very knowledgeable & experienced Caregiver Coach with great insight into the caregiver process. He has the ability to motivate people and very easy to talk to and understand. Great people skill!
Johnny is the kindest and most understanding person I have ever worked with. He got along with everybody because of how well he treats people and I confidently recommend John. He's such a great person!
Empowering caregivers break free from exhaustion and burnout so they can keep.showing up with strength and love
As a Christian Coach and Mentor, my mission is to help exhausted caregivers break free from the cycle of depletion and burnout so they can not only survive the journey, but also discover strength, resilience, and renewal along the way.
Through faith-driven guidance, practical strategies, and emotional support, I empower caregivers to reclaim their energy and reconnect with the unconquerable strength God placed within them so they can provide the best possible care for their loved one without losing themselves in the process.
I help exhausted caregivers relight the God-given fire within, so they regain the strength, stamina, and endurance needed to care for their loved ones – with renewed love, patience and compassion.
Through faith-driven guidance, Cherokee-rooted resilience, and practical strategies, I empower caregivers to restore their energy and receive the emotional and spiritual support they need to persevere – walking their journey with clarity, courage, and hope.
“Inside you is a fire that no storm can put out.” ~ Cherokee Proverb
I envision a world where every caregiver is surrounded by the faith-driven support, practical tools, and spiritual encouragement to navigate their journey with clarity, confidence, and intention.
My life’s purpose is to transform the caregiving experience from mere survival to a path of endurance, connection, and even personal renewal – because caregivers deserve care, too.
Grounded in God’s compassion and inspired by the resilient spirit of my Cherokee heritage, I am committed to walking alongside caregivers as they rediscover not only their own courage but their own – EMPOWERMENT!
Mind Shifting Academy
National Federation of NLP
Proctor Gallagher Institute
That’s exactly why I do this. If you’re feeling exhausted, lost, or like you’re barely holding on, you’re not alone. My role is to help you rediscover your strength and create a plan that makes your caregiving journey more manageable, less stressful. It’s not about adding more to your already heavy load, but about greatly lightening that load without guilt. Let’s chat and see if this is a good fit for you.
I get it - caregiving is demanding. That’s why my approach is designed to work with your schedule, not add more stress to it. Even small shifts in how you think, and approach caregiving can make a HUGE difference. We can discuss options that fit your situation.
Every caregiver’s journey is unique, but many who work with me experience less stress, more confidence, and a renewed sense of purpose. The goal is to help you find balance, regain energy, and feel empowered to be the best caregiver you can be - without losing yourself in the process.
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Vera isn’t gone yet. But already… the voices have started.
Vera is laying two feet from me—sleeping away what little life…
What a Hospice Nurse Taught Me About Unselfish, Unsung Service
Let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think
~Romans 12:2Be strong and courageous! Do not be terrified or afraid. For the Lord your God will personally go before you. He will neither fail you nor abandon you.
~Deuteronomy 31:6O’ Great Spirit, help me always to speak the truth quietly, to listen with an open mind when others speak, and to remember the peace that may be found in silence.
~Cherokee PrayerHe gives energy to the weary and strength to the weak...but those who trust in the Lord will renew their strength; they will soar high on wings like eagles; they will run and not become exhausted.
~Isaiah 40:29 & 31The heart heals with time, and the spirit grows stronger through trials.
~Cherokee ProverbInside you is a fire that no storm can put out.
~Navaho ProverbMy peace I give to you…Don’t let your heart be troubled or afraid.
~John 14:27Be like a river - calm, powerful, and always moving forward.
~Cherokee ProverbThe Holy Spirit helps us in our weakness…the Spirit himself prays for us with groanings that cannot be expressed in words.
~Romans 8:26In any great undertaking it is not enough for a man to depend simply upon himself.
~Sioux ProverbHe comforts us in all our troubles so that we can comfort others. When they are troubled, we will be able to give them the same comfort God has given us.
~ 2 Corinthians 1:4An arrow can only be shot by pulling it backward. When life is dragging you back with difficulties, it just means you’re about to be launched into something great. So just focus on the target and keep aiming.
~Cherokee ProverbThe Lord is my strength and shield. I trust him with all my heart. He helps me, and my heart is filled with joy.
~Psalms 28:7Peace is not something you wish for; it is something you make, something you do, something you are, and something you give away.
~Navajo ProverbWe do not give up…we are being renewed day by day. For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all.
~2 Corinthians 4:16,17God gives us patience, endurance and encouragement to live in complete harmony.
~Romans 15:5Let us run with endurance the race that God has set before us…so that you won’t become weary and give up.
~Hebrews 12:1-3Eagles do not fear storms; they use the wind to lift them higher.
~Cherokee ProverbTwo of my most powerful ebooks normally $27 each packed with the same God-inspired wisdom and strength that sustained me through the darkest years of my life.
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The Lord gives power to the weak and strength to the powerless.
~Isaiah 40:29“Eagles do not fear storms; they use the wind to lift them higher.”
~Cherokee ProverbThat is why we never give up…our spirits are be renewed every day.
~2 Corinthians 4:16“For I know the plans I have for you,” says the LORD. “They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope.”
~Jeremiah 29:11The secret of our success is that we never, never give up.
~Cherokee AnthemThe Lord heals the brokenhearted and bandages their wounds.
~Psalms 147:3Consider it a great joy whenever you experience various trials, because you know that the testing of your faith produces endurance.
~James 1:2,3“Even in the darkest night, the stars still shine.”
~Cherokee ProverbThe joy of the Lord is your strength.
~Nehemiah 8:10Now may the Lord of peace himself give you peace always in every situation.
~2 Thessalonians 3:16The Lord is close to the brokenhearted; he rescues those whose spirits are crushed.
~Psalms 34:18“The warrior’s path is not soft grass; it is a path of stones and thorns.”
~Cherokee ProverbI can do everything through Christ, who gives me strength.
~Philippians 4:13Be transformed by the renewing of your mind.
~Romans 12:2“Inside you is a fire that no storm can put out.”
~Cherokee ProverbDon’t be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be discouraged, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you. I will hold you up with my victorious right hand.
~Isaiah 41:10“Be like a river calm, powerful, and always moving forward.”
~Cherokee ProverbBe renewed in your thoughts and attitudes and put on a new self.
~Ephesians 4:23-24“You cannot see the future with tears in your eyes."
~Cherokee ProverbGive your burdens to the Lord, and he will take care of you.
~Psalms 55:22© 2025 Fortis Invictus, LLC. All Rights Reserved.