In our modern digital age, we are surrounded by screens and social media platforms that keep us constantly connected. However, recent research suggests that excessive use of phone screens and social media can contribute to sympathetic overdrive—an overactivation of our body's stress response system. This article aims to shed light on the potential effects of... Continue Reading →
“Genetics load the gun, but environment pulls the trigger” is a popular phrase used to explain the complex interaction between genetic factors and environmental influences in shaping the development and manifestation of certain traits or diseases. It suggests that while genetics provides the foundation for certain traits, the environment can play a significant role in... Continue Reading →
I see it again and again. Parents shouting at their kids about eating candies and junk. Hounding them about being on screens all the time, wondering why they don't go outside and play? Meanwhile the parents are sitting on the couch scrolling tik Tok or some other nonsense social media and eating garbage. Kids don't... Continue Reading →
When was the last time you unplugged? We spend so much of our lives attached to electronics, cell phones, television, constant streams of information, a never-ending supply of dopamine. The past 20 years have seen some of the worst down trends in health, both mentally and physically, even though we have all of the information... Continue Reading →
I have heard again and again that "Ego" is the enemy of man. That having an ego and feeding your ego is negative. I disagree. Feeding your ego and doing things that make you FEEL GOOD about yourself and being selfish about your own life is NOT NEGATIVE. Being a bad human being, a negative... Continue Reading →
Have you ever noticed that some people are only around when times are good? Ever notice when your life is rainy they are no where to be seen? These people will smile to your face, ask for advice, use your shoulder when they need to cry and your ear when they need to vent. But... Continue Reading →
Today I have been on this earth for 30 years. Seen a lot of things. Been a lot of places. I've loved hard and I've lost even harder. I've made mistakes. I've done great things and terrible things. But I have no regrets. May the next 30 bring more adventure, more experiences, more love, more... Continue Reading →
Imagine this; you find yourself in a situation or meeting someone that seems extremely great... dare I say perfect... you're trying to figure out how this is so good, what you did to deserve something this good. You start waiting for the "other shoe to drop". You start looking for things that are wrong. You... Continue Reading →
Every day, every moment, every thought, every situation in our lives we can take one of two ways. We can look at all the negatives, all the ways something is hurting us, all the ways it is inconveniencing us, and all the ways things could be better… OR we can change our perspective. Perspective-a particular... Continue Reading →
