This is a look at a simple and highly effective way of keeping your Achilles tendon and lower calf muscle healthy - runners and other athletes who do a lot of sprinting, cutting, and jumping and who have a history of Achilles tendonitis or tightness in this region can benefit in doing this daily. Read more
Today, it's become somewhat normal to continually pursue things that we think will help us feel better.
More money, splashy vacations, a trophy spouse, trophy kids - you name it, the vast majority of us humans chase after these things that the monkey brain tells us will bring security, recognition, and happiness that supposedly comes with.
Ironically, the more we chase after things that we feel will make us happier, if we truthfully look deep within, we know that we aren't any happier or fulfilled. Read more
In Korean cuisine, we call these balls of flavoured rice "Joo Mohk Bap," which translates to Fist Rice, as each ball of rice is about the size of a small fist. Read more
Last week, I was asked by a fellow living in Washington state for a few simple ways to improve his health and outlook. He shared that depression has been a part of his life since his late teenage years, and now in his mid-30s, he has been struggling to find reasons to go on.
My suggestions were as follows:
1. Begin each day in a quiet place, reflecting out loud or on paper on anything that you are truly grateful for. If it's a person you know or spent time with in the past, express your gratitude to that person and send them your best wishes. Read more
If you want to understand someone's level of emotional maturity, observe how they respond when you express how they've hurt you. A mature individual who deeply cares about you will listen without deflecting, validate your feelings, and reflect on their actions. They will recognize that being accountable doesn't diminish their worth - rather, it deepens trust and connection with you. On the other hand, someone who is emotionally immature will dismiss, blame, or attack because self protection is more important than helping you heal. Pay attention to these responses - they will guide you toward clarity.