From the Web What’s Wrong With What We Eat – This is why I’m a vegetarian. Mark Bittman, a New York Times writer (and meat-eater) delivers a fantastic presentation on just what is wrong with the Standard American Diet. This is a must-view for anyone who considers their health and the fight on global warming […]
One Month Isn’t That Long…
I’m a big fan of using 30 day trials when changing or implementing a new habit. Discover why they shouldn’t be hard and why a month isn’t that long.
Selfish Volunteering
I’m a selfish guy. I consider my time and energy important, so I don’t waste it on activities that aren’t important to me. Considering I lean towards self-absorption, it may seem odd that I’m a huge supporter of volunteering. The truth is, volunteerism has many selfish benefits if you can see past the stigma of […]
You’re Allowed to Be Happy and Ambitious at the Same Time
I’m writing this post in a lawn chair, sitting in the full sun and listening to the birds. I couldn’t be happier right now. I’m doing work that I love, and I get to be my own boss. I finished a leisurely 10 km run yesterday, a distance that would have had my legs aching […]
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