Self

The history and science of physical attraction. — He is called, “The World’s Most Handsome Gorilla”. And each morning, lines form outside of the Higashiyama Zoo in Nagoya, Japan. And just minutes after opening, you’ll see crowds flowing past the bad-mannered chimps, past the boring flamingos, and stopping to gather around the gorilla exhibit. His name is Shabani…

The good life you can energetically shift into from the multiverse — Hello, my soul friends! Today I have a reading about your alternate reality. This is your life in a parallel universe that you can shift to if you raise your vibration. Like attracts like and we’re going to find a way to attract a beautiful alternate reality into being. All…

What I’m doing to manage my energy, focus, and productivity. — I never thought this would happen. Taking care of a 7-months old baby, thriving at my full-time job and running my newsletter Mindful Monday read by more than 1.100 people. It’s a lot, but I have never felt happier. I need a lot of energy to juggle everything and knew…

And a lesson in why you should always read your contracts. — There are so many examples. Gamestation is one. They intentionally tested customers in 2010. They wanted to see if people read the fine print, so they added an “Immortal Clause” to their gaming platform. The terms and conditions stated, “By signing this we own your soul for all eternity.” And…

Paris isn’t one of them. — I rarely get disappointed with places because I don’t go with expectations. But some cities are so hyped up that you have an image of what it should be like and the experience you’ll have there. One such image I had was about London. I always thought it’ll be so…

Lessons from a messy loveseat. — “Jay, I think that pretty boat picture is by the trash pile.” I nearly lost my favorite piece of art during an office move. The photograph, an actual print produced in a darkroom, was taken by a fine art photographer named Robert Barab who sold his work in Central Park…

Assembling things that inform, encourage, and comfort soothe my suffering — Getting hit Many of us find our lives interrupted and challenged by episodes of depression and anxiety that bring suffering and disruption to “business as usual.” These intruders stop us in our tracks. Along with their vicious symptoms, they bring confusion, and powerlessness. Even with recurrent episodes, “been there, done that,” neither…

Practice voluntary discomfort — A good life is not without suffering and challenges. The demands and pressures of daily life can take a toll on our well-being, leaving us feeling overwhelmed and disconnected from our true selves. Pursuing success in our careers, the complexities of our relationships, and the constant striving for personal fulfilment…