For the sake of examining both sides of the coin, this post is meant to be complimentary to one I published previously, advocating for action-taking. Here I am championing non-action and introspection. Both have their place in the life of a balanced, centered individual. The key is to be a go-getter, but also pick andContinue reading “Stillness: The Key to Success”
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Inaction: The Crux of Insecurity and Wellbeing (A Plea To Do)
I’ve talked in the past about the two-minute rule, and it’s benefits on motivation and freeing up your mental hard drive. But I want to go into more detail on action taking, and the advantages I’ve found that being proactive can have on our confidence, self-concept/esteem and wellbeing—specifically proneness to depression. Proactivity and achievement canContinue reading “Inaction: The Crux of Insecurity and Wellbeing (A Plea To Do)”
Self-Awareness and Inner-Turmoil
When you spend a lot of time in solitude reflecting, your self-awareness usually increases. However, what I want to draw attention to with this post, is that self-awareness can quickly lead to self-rumination, especially when living in seclusion.
The Two Minute Rule: An Easy Principle with Powerful Benefits
One mechanism I’ve found helpful for decluttering the mind is the “two-minute rule” concept, suggested by David Allen in his book, Getting Things Done. While this technique is often touted for its productivity benefits, it offers several other significant advantages as well.
The Impact of Minding the 24-Hour TCM Body Clock on Health
Lately, one of the biggest reasons I’ve been dealing with chronic hyper-sympathetic syndrome – in which the mind cannot stop racing and calm down – despite habitually using meditation and breathing practices, is not paying mind to the Traditional Chinese Medical (TCM) 24hr organ health clock. This is a 24-hour biological “body clock,” in whichContinue reading “The Impact of Minding the 24-Hour TCM Body Clock on Health”
Looking Inward (To Serotonin) and Beating Dopamine Addiction
There is a common misconception among the general public that dopamine is the pleasure and reward hormone. And while it is true that it plays an essential role in the reward system (instant gratification) – a group of brain processes that control motivation, desire and cravings – it is actually more complicated than that. To beContinue reading “Looking Inward (To Serotonin) and Beating Dopamine Addiction”
The Dangers of Thriftiness and the Slippery Slope of Attachment
For a long time, I had prided myself on my thriftiness. If you’re familiar with the blog, you probably have come across a post or passage somewhere that is specifically about or at least mentions frugality, finding value or supporting independent business. Up until recently, I thought my tendency towards penny-pinching was to the benefitContinue reading “The Dangers of Thriftiness and the Slippery Slope of Attachment”
Mountain-Man Reflections
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”
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”
Conscious Consumption 