My goal was to detox; to break free of my addictions and rebuild my body and cognitive function. I thought that two months in the mountains – removed from toxicity and other distractions – would revitalize my mind, body, and spirit. I was eager and enthusiastic to finally set out on the path I hadContinue reading “Mountain-Man Reflections”
Category Archives: Spiritual Wealth
The Plant-Based Paradox
There has been a lot of momentum generated for the plant-based (vegetarian, vegan) diet over the last several years. With the prevalence of the climate change – formerly “global warming” – agenda, the plant-based diet has become very en vogue, and given rise to plant protein meat substitutes companies like Beyond Meat and Impossible Foods.Continue reading “The Plant-Based Paradox”
Sinking the Qi
“Qi is very important for good health and we would die without it and its flow.”
The Power of Routine
New Year’s resolutions are somewhat of a joke. It’s estimated that over three quarters of participants fail and lose their resolve by February, which is part of the reason why I never make them. I’m a firm believer that it takes conviction to make or break a good habit, not imaginary numbers or pages on a calendar.Continue reading “The Power of Routine”
Why I Opted to Leave the USA for Latin America, Abroad
I was comfortable in my situation. I loved the neighborhood where I lived, and the friends I had made since moving to the city. My job paid well enough to where I didn’t stress over money much, and I enjoyed the work and my co-workers company enough that the weeks seemed to fly by, especiallyContinue reading “Why I Opted to Leave the USA for Latin America, Abroad”
Nutritional Considerations for a Plant-Based, Supplemental Diet
As the popularity of alternative methods for fueling the body increases globally, both the plant-based meat substitute and nutritional supplement industries are projected to grow significantly as well. And while both a plant-based diet and nutritional supplements are perceived as — and in theory, are — beneficial to health, there are a number of considerations one needsContinue reading “Nutritional Considerations for a Plant-Based, Supplemental Diet”
The Physiology of Relaxation and Breathing
If you’re reading this blog, chances are good you’ve heard of the multitude of health benefits that can be gained through practicing yoga. Increased mindfulness, mental clarity, more energy, increased circulation and cardio health, and better flexibility, athletic performance and muscle strength and tone have all been touted as benefits of yoga in recent years.Continue reading “The Physiology of Relaxation and Breathing”
Reflections on Tulum – Letting Your Soul Shine
Tulum, Quintana Roo, Mexico is a wild place. Its inhabitants each have their own unique reasons for living there or visiting, but I find – in my seven total weeks spent there – they fall into three distinct categories. First, you have the locals, the working class. Families and individuals who are native to Tulum,Continue reading “Reflections on Tulum – Letting Your Soul Shine”
Conscious Consumption 