The Year of Living Brilliantly | Weekly Personal Growth & Reflection
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For When You Want to Feel…

Hint: better!

  • Lifted
    instead of overwhelmed
  • Seen
    instead of scattered
  • Curious
    instead of cynical
  • Inspired
    instead of just informed
  • Connected 
    to a bigger, brighter, more enriching conversation!

I WANT IN!

For When You Want to Feel…

Hint: Better!

  • Lifted instead of overwhelmed
    because it’s easier to rise when you stop carrying everything
  • Seen instead of scattered
    because showing up as you beats trying to be everything
  • Curious instead of cynical 
    because asking “What else could be true?” opens more doors than eye-rolls ever will
  • Inspired instead of overloaded
    because you don’t need more content — you need more clarity.
  • Connection instead of going it alone 
    because solo growth doesn’t have to feel solitary 

I want in!

How it Happens

Weekly brilliance, gentle nudges, and a community that makes the journey feel human

52 sparks 

One short video each week  from a brilliant teacher. One idea, tool, or practice to help you see things differently—or more clearly.

Michael as your guide 

Gentle prompts and reflections to help you pause, absorb, and apply what resonates.

 

A shared rhythm

Join others moving through the year with you. This is individual work, but you’re not alone. No pressure to “keep up.” Just a rhythm you can return to anytime. 

A private community space

Not noisy, not performative. Just thoughtful people reflecting together, sharing what’s real and what’s landing.

Live sessions

Join us once a quarter for community events to catch-up, gather, reflect, and connect. Always 4pm ET on Thursdays.

You Belong Here If… 

You want to feel lifted, inspired, and gently challenged

Not pressured

You Love Learning 

but don’t want another thing to manage

 

You’re craving meaningful connection

even if you’re not “a community person”

You want to be part of something

that feels alive, real, and uplifting

 

A dollar a day for this much goodness? 

One payment, $365 USD 

YES, PLEASE


Meet (Some of) Your Teachers

This is what we mean by brilliant.

Watch  Dolly Chugh’s video on her campaign to get people to let go of being good people. It’ll make you think!  

“Just completed my first month and I love this programme. It feels precious and special. I’m carving out time for reflection. I’m journaling for the first time.”
-Kate Carmichael
“The Year of Living Brilliantly gave me my passion for learning back. I was at the stage of my life when I was asking myself: will what I already know and can do ever be enough?
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-Jenny Barkan
“I’m actually committing time to myself every week to learn from people I aspire to be like. This program grounds my thinking and helps me connect to others all over this small world.”
-Melanie S.
“What works for me is the format—brief enlightening video, downloadable transcripts, questions to stimulate thinking, and the ability to interact (or not) in the comment section.”
-Francis
“I love the diversity of the various speakers, the wealth of high quality information, and the practical tools.”
-Trudy Boeré
“The Year of Living Brilliantly community of learners shares so much of themselves. I always find a few comments that make me think about that week’s topic from a different perspective.”
-Erica Holthausen
“I love the wash-rinse-repeat rhythm. I know what to expect, so if there was a week that I couldn’t engage, I know how to pick up where I left off and where to go next.”
-Bronwyn

Join the Conspiracy

FAQs

How does the start timing/enrollment work?

You are purchasing a one-year membership to The Year of Living Brilliantly. This includes 52 weekly video lessons—one released each Wednesday over the course of a year.

From the date of purchase, you will receive up to 14 months of total access:

  • Immediate access to the community platform and Welcome Course
  • Your first weekly lesson will be released on the first Wednesday of the next month
  • You’ll receive one new lesson each Wednesday for 52 weeks
  • After your final lesson, you’ll get a bonus month of continued access (to revisit, reflect, or catch up)

What if I fall behind?

That’s not a problem. There’s no such thing as “behind” here. Each video stands alone. You can jump in any time.

Can I invite a friend or colleague?

Of course! So long as they sign up in the same month as you, you’ll get your new videos on the same day. You can also find people to connect with inside the program. We’ve seen both happen with great success.

“I’ve formed a group of three and we meet every Saturday via Zoom and discuss the week’s learning. Every teacher so far has been interesting and unique. I’m loving it.”
 — L.M.

“My team has been using The Year of Living Brilliantly as a weekly ‘video book club’… We’re really enjoying the lessons and the diversity of the presenters.”
 — Julia Beardwood

Is there a lot of tech?

Nope. It’s designed to be simple. One dashboard, one community space, one video each week. Team MBS support if you every get stuck or lost. Emails to remind you where to find things. 

Is this the right fit if I’m already in coaching/leadership work?

Yes. Think of it as fuel for your personal growth and the kind of reflection most of us don’t make time for on our own.

Didn’t there used to be a free version?

Yes, an early version ofThe Year of Living Brilliantly used to be free. That one was a handful of videos and a good idea.

This version? It’s a whole experience.
A better platform. A private community. Weekly guidance from MBS. Fresh lessons. Optional live sessions every quarter.

It’s designed to provide your with a brighter way to move through your week.

That’s what the $365 is for. Not because it’s fancy, but because we built something new to work for the world we’re living in now.

Your brilliant year Starts Now 

A spark. A shift. A breath. 

Whatever you need to lighten up your year is one click away

I WANT TO START NOW!