“Learning without doing is wasted.” — Derek Sivers Sloww just recently crossed the 100-post mark. Cue: celebratory music! As the sun sets on the year, it's a good reminder to pause—take a look in the rear-view mirror and reflect. This post is … [Read more...]
Mo Gawdat: Ex-Google Exec Engineers a Happiness Equation
Every once in awhile, I read an article about someone that resonates so deeply that I feel like it deserves its own post. This is one of those cases. Mo Gawdat quit his executive job at Google earlier this year at age 51. He's had a career filled … [Read more...]
Are you taking your MEDS? (Meditation, Exercise, Diet, Sleep)
I came across this simple concept in Brooke McAlary's book Slow: Simple Living for a Frantic World. I'm a big believer in preventive medicine. I also equally love a clever quote that plays on health: For fast-acting relief, try slowing down. — … [Read more...]
“Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life” (Book Summary)
If you're just looking for a quick overview of the ikigai concept, check out this previous post: Ikigai: The Japanese Purpose or “Reason for Being”. This post is a summary of the book Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life by Héctor … [Read more...]
Slow Hack 009: Take Daily Naps for Better Health & Creativity
Naps are making a comeback. I'm seeing the health benefits of napping everywhere lately. Even naps at work are becoming socially acceptable. WebMD says, "America, It's Time for Your Nap." There's even an ongoing debate about whether we should get … [Read more...]
Blue Zones: How Ikarians Live Simply for 100+ Years
"The Island Where People Forget to Die" — That's the title of The New York Times article I came across during my existential crisis in 2015. I was searching through some emails recently and came across an email I sent to my dad in early 2016. … [Read more...]
The Benefits of LSD (Long Slow Distance) in Running and Life
In high school cross country, Tuesdays and Thursdays were reserved for interval training, speed work, and repeats. Fridays were easy runs in preparation for Saturday race days; followed by a short run (or usually nothing at all) on Sundays. And, … [Read more...]
What is Forest Bathing (also known as Nature Therapy or Shinrin-Yoku)?
Spoiler alert: There's no bathing involved. However, clothing is optional. Happy Earth Day! I figured today of all days it would be fun to focus on something natural. I recently wrote about the benefits of the astronaut overview effect from … [Read more...]
Simplify Magazine (Issue 002 Preview/Summary)
A couple weeks ago, I took you through an introduction and summary of Simplify Magazine Issue 001 which was all about happiness. Just a reminder that you can still get a free copy of that first issue here. Like I said in my original post, I was … [Read more...]
An Introduction to Simplify Magazine (Issue 001 Summary)
The Facebook posts finally got me. I splurged on the $20 lifetime subscription to Simplify Magazine. And, I'm glad I did. Their approach to simple living and slow living storytelling is a unique one. I must admit I was skeptical going in, but I've … [Read more...]
