PinnedConscious ConsumptionMountain 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…12 min read·Jul 7, 2022----
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Conscious ConsumptionLooking 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…8 min read·May 1, 2024----
Conscious ConsumptionEating as a Tool for Self-Cultivation“Lately, I’ve been rethinking my relationship with food.”9 min read·Jul 1, 2023----
Conscious ConsumptionMexico on Less Than $10 Per DayFor a good three-month stretch while living in Oaxaca, I was getting by on less than $10/day.11 min read·Jul 1, 2023----
Conscious ConsumptionEmphasizing 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…5 min read·Aug 30, 2022----
Conscious ConsumptionNutritional Considerations for a Plant-Based, Supplemental DietAs the popularity of alternative methods for fueling the body increases globally, both the plant-based meat substitute and nutritional…11 min read·May 17, 2021----
Conscious ConsumptionThe Physiology of Relaxation and BreathingIf you’re reading this blog, chances are good you’ve heard of the multitude of health benefits that can be gained through practicing yoga…9 min read·May 11, 2021----