PinnedMountain Man ReflectionsMy goal was to detox; to break free of my addictions and rebuild my body and cognitive function. I thought that two months in the…Jul 7, 2022Jul 7, 2022
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5 Easy Ways to Save Money While TravelingThere is no shortage of advice online when it comes to tips for saving money while traveling. However, there are several easy, often…Jun 26, 2024Jun 26, 2024
Looking Inward (to Serotonin) and Beating Dopamine AddictionThere is a common misconception among the general public that dopamine is the pleasure and reward hormone. And while it is true it plays an…May 1, 2024May 1, 2024
Eating as a Tool for Self-Cultivation“Lately, I’ve been rethinking my relationship with food.”Jul 1, 2023Jul 1, 2023
Mexico on Less Than $10 Per DayFor a good three-month stretch while living in Oaxaca, I was getting by on less than $10/day.Jul 1, 2023Jul 1, 2023
Emphasizing the Extremities in Practice, BreathingMost times, the dan tian, (the body’s energy/gravity center) is the predominent area of breathing emphasis in most Tai Chi and Qigong…Aug 30, 2022Aug 30, 2022
