The Story Behind the Logo

The Rising Sun  ☀️

For me, the rising sun represents new beginnings, hope, and the promise of a new day. It symbolizes the rebirth and reinvention at the very heart of my R4 Style philosophy. Its rays stretch outward to show growth, light, and possibility—expanding beyond this moment into the future.

The Walker 🚶

The walker represents both me and every reader—taking an intentional step forward. It’s a reminder that transformation isn’t just an idea; it’s lived out daily, one step at a time. Positioned mid-step, the walker captures movement and momentum. I’m not stuck at the curb anymore, and neither are you—we’re crossing.

The Four Stripes (Crosswalk)  

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The four stripes form a pathway across the street, directly tied to the title of my book, On the Other Side of the Street. They also connect to the four stages of my R4 Style framework:

• Rock Bottom – the first line I step onto when everything has fallen apart.
   
• Recovery – rebuilding, one deliberate step at a time.
   
• Resilience – the strength and steadiness I develop along the way.
   
• Reinvention – arriving on the other side, transformed and empowered.
   

The Color Palette 🎨

The warm earth tones and gradients reflect the groundedness, humanity, and authenticity I try to live by.

• The reddish-brown of the walker symbolizes strength, courage, and persistence.
   
• The golden hues of the stripes and sun embody hope, warmth, and light.
   

✨ In short: My logo tells the story of moving from darkness into light—from the curb of Rock Bottom toward the horizon of Reinvention. It’s not only my personal journey, but also an open invitation for you to walk forward with me.