Message from Dick Van Dyke
WELCOME TO THIS MAGIC MONDAY MOMENT
Kicking off your week with some thoughts around a favorite Disney quote (because in my world - Disney is life!).
original message date: 12/15/25
Happy Monday!
If you’ve been with me for a while, you know most of the quotes I use come straight from Disney films or characters.
Today’s quote isn’t from a movie - but it is from someone who celebrated their 100th birthday this past weekend (wow!), who I adore, and who helped shape the very heartbeat of Disney storytelling. That person is Dick Van Dyke:
Dick Van Dyke is, quite literally, Disney royalty. He was officially named a Disney Legend in 2021. His contributions span decades and generations. Most famously, he stole our hearts as Bert in Mary Poppins, bringing joy, charm, and wonder to a film that continues to influence how I (and maybe you) think about imagination and possibility. And e has several other Disney contributions and connections.
His Disney legacy is long…because he kept moving.
And that’s exactly what makes this quote so remarkable. I believe he said this in the context of staying healthy and active as he approached 100 years old. But the wisdom applies to so much more.
So often we wait until we feel ready, circumstances line up “perfectly”, or we think we have the clarity we need.
But clarity rarely comes from standing still.
It comes from movement - from taking the next step - from trying, learning and adjusting.
It’s doing the thing – even when unsure (yikes!).
In leadership and life, momentum is ✨magic✨.
It’s when confidence grows, your voice gets stronger and possibility becomes reality.
I’d say Dick Van Dyke has modeled that well!
Ask yourself – where in my life or leadership do I need to start moving again?
Wishing you a wonderful week. You've got this!
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