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“To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson Ever question your self-worth? How do we even put a value on a human life? Our personal sense of value changes throughout life. Much of the determination is based upon what someone […]

“Everyone thinks of changing the world, but no one thinks of changing himself.” – Leo Tolstoy When will we learn? Buddha said all of life is suffering. What do you suppose he meant by this? I believe he meant that humanity has been on a cycle of suffering since we were created or fell out […]

“I spend many months in apparently listless rumination out of which I hope something will emerge.” – Daniel Day-Lewis Are your thoughts on repeat? For many of us, not existing in flow, this is a known scientific fact. Scientists have determined that 95% of our thoughts are recycled from the previous day. Now the exact […]

“Power is the great aphrodisiac” – Martin Luther King Jr. How are we going to deal with power in an uncertain future? Power has become synonymous with money in modern society. Reminds me of the main character in the movie Scarface, who said “first you get the money, then you get the power, then you […]

“A positive mind finds a way it can be done. A negative mind looks for all the ways it can’t be done.” – Napoleon Hill What works better for you? Receiving good vibes or bad vibes from another? Despite the recent emergence of the term toxic positivity, I believe most would answer good vibes. Good […]

“When the ego dies, the soul awakes.” – Mahatma Gandhi What is the thing called ego? We all have one. Where did it come from? Why does it matter? Was ego a thing for our distant ancestors? So many questions revolve around this concept of ego. Turning to science for an explanation renders a model […]

“The missing pillar in health is breath. It all starts there” – James Nestor Cyclic hyperventilation breathing, gaining recent attention with practices like the Wim Hof Method, has its origins rooted in ancient breathing techniques. These practices have been used for centuries in various cultures to alter states of consciousness, enhance physical and mental endurance, […]

“What is necessary to change a person is to change his awareness of himself.” – Abraham Maslow Awareness is the greatest human gift of all. Awareness affords each of us the ability to assess what is going on in our lives. Awareness brings into view the sensory experience of life. Awareness gives us the ability […]

“If you do not wish to be prone to anger, do not feed the habit; give it nothing which may tend to its increase.” – Epictetus Anger is a basic human emotion that can range from mild irritation to intense rage. In the brain, much like any other emotion represented by a brain network. The […]

“Every age has its massive moral blind spots. We might not see them, but our children will.” – Bono The time is now. How can we begin bridging the distance between us. Within the same room families are untethering. Is it those damn phones to blame? Is it the constant consumption of media? Or is […]

“The big picture doesn’t just come from distance; it also comes from time.” – Simon SInek Ever get lost in the details? The speed of life is accelerating. With it come the challenges of living a life amidst all of the technological advances of modern living. The beauty of human genius on display in any […]

“Imagination is more important than knowledge. For knowledge is limited, whereas imagination embraces the entire world, stimulating progress, giving birth to evolution.” Albert Einstein Can you remember the last time you used your imagination? What an amazing gift to be able to utilize as a vehicle for change. Of course, when we hear the word […]

“A pessimist sees the difficulty in every opportunity; an optimist sees the opportunity in every difficulty”  Winston S. Churchill How can hope help you through challenging times? Hope is the quality that fuels determination and discipline. A foundational character skill allowing us to aim energy or effort towards what we want. Hope, a spiritual skill, […]

“Everything we hear is an opinion, not a fact. Everything we see is a perspective, not the truth.” Marcus Aurelius What is real? What is imagined? Perception is defined as the ability to see, hear, or become aware of something through the senses. Our senses in the present moment. The nervous system is able to […]

“I hated every minute of training, but I said, Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.” – Muhammad Ali Healing hurts. Ever have an injury? Doesn’t feel good when it occurs nor during the course of healing. Pain serves as a teacher requesting rest. The rest allows for […]

“The best investment by far is anything that develops yourself, and it’s not taxed at all…Whatever abilities you have can’t be taken away from you. They can’t actually be inflated away from you.” Warren Buffet I once heard a guy say, ‘He chose money over love.’ I remember thinking. That’s fair. I would never knock […]

“The secret of change is to focus all of your energy not on fighting the old, but on building the new.” Socrates Ever wonder why keeping that stubborn weight off is so challenging? There are a multitude of choices when it comes to diets. I have witnessed so many diet fads during my life. I […]

“Excellence is the gradual result of always striving to do better.” Pat Riley I was recently asked, ‘What is the difference between pursuing excellence and perfectionism?’ Pursuing excellence and striving for perfectionism are often confused, yet they represent fundamentally different approaches to achieving goals and personal development. Excellence is about continuous improvement, embracing growth, and […]

“The ego is not the master in its own house.” Sigmund Freud Athletes begin their journey with a dream. The dream never takes into account the various challenges encountered along the path. It is customary for the dreamer to view success without the consideration of the obstacles. The transition from high school to collegiate sports […]

“If desire causes suffering, it may be because we do not desire wisely, or that we are inexpert at obtaining what we desire. Instead of hiding our heads in a prayer cloth and building walls against temptation, why not get better at fulfilling desire?” Tony Robbins There was a time in human evolution where desire […]

“The enemy of science is not religion. Religion comes in endless shapes and forms… The true enemy is the substitution of thought, reflection, and curiosity with dogma.” Frans de Waal Is comfort killing curiosity? Collectively, humanity is a quantum computer. There are approximately 7.5 billion independent units of experience on Earth. Yet, the majority of these […]

“My tongue will tell the anger of my heart, or else my heart, concealing it, will break.” William Shakespeare What is effective communication? Ask me 20 years ago, I didn’t have a clue. As it pertains to conflict. Communication in the absence of conflict was a breeze. My nature throughout life was to avoid conflict. I […]

“A man who dares to waste one hour of life has not discovered the value of life.” – Charles Darwin How many hours have you spent thinking about the past? I know I have used up many hours of life contemplating days gone by. Only to find I wasted the time. No solution is offered […]

“Excellence is never an accident. It is always the result of high intention, sincere effort, and intelligent execution; it represents the wise choice of many alternatives – choice, not chance, determines your destiny.” – Aristotle We have looked at health in the US from the wrong direction. Despite being one the most industrialized countries in […]

“He who every morning plans the transactions of that day and follows that plan carries a thread that will guide him through the labyrinth of the most busy life.” – Victor Hugo Emotions are thought energy put into motion. Energy that is felt. Thought energy converted into feeling. Emotions provide color to life. Giving depth […]

“What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson The journey to peak performance in any aspect of life starts by understanding the power that lies within each of us: the power of choice. Whether free will exists or not, I leave […]

“The doctor of the future will give no medicine, but will instruct his patients in care of the human frame, in diet, and in the cause and prevention of disease.” – Thomas Edison What are we? As I contemplated this question about 6 years ago, I wrestled with the idea of approaching health from a […]

Life is strong and fragile. It’s a paradox… It’s both things, like quantum physics: It’s a particle and a wave at the same time. It all exists all together. – Joan Jett The answer is in the paradox. How could it be, the answer is always right there. They say if you get too close […]

“Avoiding extremes, the wise gain the experience of the Middle Path which produces insight, calms, and leads to higher knowledge, enlightenment.” – Lao Tzu Emotional regulation is a superpower. Arguably, it’s the greatest power humanity possesses. We live in a world that seems to embody the definition of insanity, repeating cycles and sinking deeper into […]

“A team is not a group of people who work together but a team is a group of people who trust each other” – Simon Sinek What and who do you believe in? Faith is defined as complete trust or confidence in someone or something. Faith happens to be a prerequisite for living in flow […]

“Discipline is the bridge between goals and accomplishment.” – Jim Rohn Let me tell you awareness is so amazing. Once you know something you can’t unknow it. My journey into health and wellness has opened my eyes to the importance of discipline along the journey of life. In the past, I felt I carried a sufficient […]

The meaning of life is just to be alive. It is so plain and so obvious and so simple. And yet, everybody rushes around in a great panic as if it were necessary to achieve something beyond themselves. This is the real secret of life — to be completely engaged with what you are doing […]

Ever wonder where thoughts come from? The human body is a marvel of interconnected systems, where physical health, emotional well-being, and psychological states intertwine in very complex ways. They say all roads lead to Rome and in this case all roads lead to fascia. Emerging research suggests that the fascia, the intricate web of connective […]

Your Attention Please, won’t need it for long. Few minutes or so depending on how fast you read. Remember this is not a race…finish line is the same for all of us. The journey, ah yes, a very popular statement being used these days. Rightfully so, it is the journey that brings color to the […]

In our fast-paced, information-saturated world, finding moments of stillness and inner peace can seem almost impossible. However, it is in these moments of stillness that we can truly connect with the beauty within. The key to accessing this beauty lies in releasing any need or desire for the present moment to be different from what […]

It’s the repetition of affirmations that leads to belief. And once that belief becomes a deep conviction, things begin to happen. – Muhammad Ali How powerful are thoughts? For starters, everything—and I mean everything—begins with a thought. Whether it’s deciding to grab a piece of fruit, reaching for a glass of water, picking up a […]

Instant gratification is the theme of the day and boy do our brains love it. We are hard wired for immediate gratification much like Pavlov’s dog: the bell rings and the salivation begins. If we had only known the triggering effect of these handheld computers 20 years ago would we have progressed in the same […]

In a world where quick fixes and instant gratification often take center stage, the concept of preventative health may seem like a distant and daunting choice to solving the healthcare woes in the US. However, taking proactive steps to prioritize health and well-being can have profound and far-reaching benefits that extend beyond you and me. […]

Sleep, unfortunately, is not an optional lifestyle luxury. Sleep is a non-negotiable biological necessity. Matthew Walker What exactly goes on when we shut our eyes each night? All humans experience life in their own personal way. Perception is different for each one of us creating the beautifully, vivid color of life as we know it. […]

Are you ready to power up your physical and mental game like never before? Well, buckle up, because we’re about to dive into the world of nutrient-dense eating and how it can totally level up your life. Let’s face it, in today’s fast-paced world, we’re constantly bombarded with stressors left, right, and center. Whether it’s […]

“Everyone of us needs to show how much we care for each other and, in the process, care for ourselves.” Princess Diana of Wales In the past two decades, the pulse of society has quickened in an alarming manner, primarily driven by the rapid advancements of the Information Age. This era, marked by an unprecedented […]

“The greatest weapon against stress is our ability to choose one thought over another.” William James Welcome aboard the Emotional Rollercoaster, where the highs are exhilarating, the lows are stomach-churning, and sometimes you just want to scream for no reason. Buckle up, folks, because today we’re diving into the wild world of emotional regulation. This […]

The Power of Fascial Fitness: Reversing Degenerative Disc Disease? In recent years, there has been a growing interest in the role of fascia. Western medicine training throughout the years has focused very little attention to this tissue. During my training over 20 years ago this tissue was seen as “throw away” tissue. This tissue was […]

“Nothing is softer or more flexible than water, yet nothing can resist it.” – Lao Tzu Water is such a valuable resource. Just now, you are composed of 60-70% water. Let’s think about that together for a minute. This means that 60-70% of your weight is determined by how you manage water. Obviously, there are […]

“Your mind is a powerful thing. When you start to filter it with positive thoughts your life will start to change.” – Buddha In today’s fast-paced world filled with constant distractions and endless to-do lists, finding moments of peace and clarity can seem like an impossible task. However, amidst the chaos of daily life, there […]

“You are not stuck where you are unless you decide to be.” – Wayne Dyer In life, we often encounter obstacles and challenges that can either deter us or propel us forward. What sets apart those who thrive from those who merely survive? It’s not just about innate talent or luck; it’s about mindset. The […]

“Your beliefs become your thoughts, Your thoughts become your words, Your words become your actions, Your actions become your habits, Your habits become your values, Your values become your destiny.”― Gandhi Ever thought about how we even become who we are? I started answering these questions about 4 years ago when we experienced the novel wave […]

“No matter what we eat, how much we exercise, how resilient our genes are, how skinny or young or wise we are-none of it will matter unless we’re breathing correctly.” –Breath, by James Nestor Scientists have determined how special the circumstances had to be to create the perfect mixture of elements we know as air. […]

“Our food should be our medicine, and our medicine should be our food. ” – Hippocrates The nutrition space is loaded with suggestions. One camp feels their approach is the best while the other argues they are well of the mark because only their approach matters. What is the consumer to make from all of […]

“…the shorter your sleep, the shorter your life. The leading causes of disease and death in developed nations—diseases that are crippling health-care systems, such as heart disease, obesity, dementia, diabetes, and cancer—all have recognized causal links to a lack of sleep.” – Matthew Walker Modern society has adopted the thought that sleep is luxury that […]

“The time is always right to do the right thing.” – Martin Luther King, Jr. After 24 years as a practicing physician assistant I have come to the understanding that with all the modern advances in medicine we are losing the battle with chronic disease. Just today I heard a patient tell me if she […]