Let’s face it. Digital technology like the internet, smartphones, social media, laptops, tablets, email, wearables, streaming, has disrupted our way of living in just 20 years. With many upsides for sure, but at what cost? Global depression rates have been...
In perimenopause and menopause, women experience an increase in inflammation due to decreased estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone. Typically, progesterone and estrogen have anti-inflammatory effects on the body, but when the reduction in these hormones occurs, this causes a general increase...
If there’s one thing we can all agree on, it’s that times are hard. In modern society, we are triggered on a daily basis by various stressors: the news, driving to work, a call from the principal’s office, worrying about...
Change causes stress, and stress is by its nature disruptive. Since we can’t avoid change, we can’t avoid the physical, emotional, and interpersonal consequences that accompany it. Most of us have been conditioned to look at stress as something harmful—a...
The Pace of Modern Life I spent last weekend in a big city and was, as always, struck with the higher pace (it literally seems like there is a high correlation between population and pedestrian walking speed!). What I was...
Let’s face it. Digital technology like the internet, smartphones, social media, laptops, tablets, email, wearables, streaming, has disrupted our way of living in just 20 years. With many upsides for sure, but at what cost? Global depression rates have been...
In perimenopause and menopause, women experience an increase in inflammation due to decreased estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone. Typically, progesterone and estrogen have anti-inflammatory effects on the body, but when the reduction in these hormones occurs, this causes a general increase...
If there’s one thing we can all agree on, it’s that times are hard. In modern society, we are triggered on a daily basis by various stressors: the news, driving to work, a call from the principal’s office, worrying about...
Below is an excerpt from the book The Character of a Leader by Harry Wetherbee. While there exist an infinity of definitions, checklists, and “secrets” of leadership out there, in the end, no one can hand it to you on...
In the world of sport, preparation often centers around physical endurance, technical skill, and goal-setting. But what if the true foundation of athletic success lies deeper—within our values, emotions, and mindset? In a compelling exploration of long-term resilience, a new...
You don’t need a total life overhaul to feel better—you need rhythm, honesty, and a few solid habits. Self-improvement doesn’t shout; it whispers consistently. Optimal wellness isn’t perfection—it’s coherence across the small, repeatable parts of your life. That means your...
August is here—and with it, the final innings of summer travel and club baseball. As your last tournament winds down, now is the perfect time to shift focus from the grind of competition to one of the most underrated aspects...
As we age, maintaining health and independence becomes increasingly important. Two key pillars—strength and mobility—play a vital role in ensuring a high quality of life and reducing the risk of injury. This presentation from Andrejs Birjukovs explores why these elements...