The flu, Zuckerberg, and Energy
A few days ago, I got my flu vaccine, and little did I know, on the same day, I was exposed to the virus. My immune system has been working overtime. Between naps, I’ve watch
10,000 Steps or Less?
In 1964, Japan hosted the Olympics for the first time. It was an opportunity to bask in national pride and showcase their rebuilding efforts after WWII. It also sparked increased i
Finding a cure for neurasthenia
A moment to come together During the holidays, my fam and I were discussing the virtues of The Vermont Country Store, which led to a conversation about The
How to Make New Year’s Resolutions Stick
As we step into 2025, let’s talk about resolutions…the hopes, the hype, and why they often fizzle out. In this episode, I share the surprising origins of New Year’s resolutio
Creating Your Notre Dame
As we marvel at Notre Dame’s rise from the ashes, I am reminded of the story of the three bricklayers. If it’s an unfamiliar story, it’s about a traveler who enco
Dear God,
Dear God, This morning,I woke up. I’m alive.I felt my feet hit the ground.That feeling never gets old.I’m lucky. It’s another day of bonus time. You threw a lot a
The Bear, the Rat, and the Bird / Wisdom from the Winter Stream
Given our proximity to NYC’s hustle and bustle, I always love seeing deer, foxes, and other wildlife as I walk our neighborhood. Legend has it that a wise bear wandered by a
2024 is “Wrapped”
2024 is a wrap—at least according to Spotify. This week, subscribers received their “2024 Wrapped,” which highlighted their top artists, songs, podcasts (ho
How to Win a Gold Medal
A Moment to Celebrate With the help of Jack LaLanne to Jane Fonda to the latest fitness influencers, we’ve been motivated to proactively improve our physical health, from car
What Simone Biles is Teaching Us
Several weeks ago, a self-help “guru” sent an email extolling the benefits of cold plunges. He shared: “For starters, taking a cold plunge wakes you up like
