Y'all probably know by now that I am a huge fan of meditation. I probably don't practice as much as I should (narrator: he doesn't), but I still get a few minutes of focus and breathing in every day at some point. Last week on the Geek to Geek Podcast (my main show),...
Mental Health
Mental Health is a Juggling Act
Y'all probably know I've dealt with anxiety and depression and Type 2 bipolar disorder for a few years now (well, diagnosed at least). To say that those issues have caused some issues in my life is an understatement. Everything has been affected -- from my...
If Happiness is a Skill, I Need to Train Harder
Happiness is not an emotion. Happiness is not something you get rewarded with by checking off the right boxes. No, happiness is a skill. Happiness is a choice.
Fear Is Not The Mind-killer. Grief Is.
Frank Herbert got it all wrong. The Bene Gesserit sisterhood in Dune taught us all that Fear is the mind-killer. Fear is the little-death that brings total obliteration. Paul used the mantra as he approached Shai Hulud and other challenges. Many other characters also...
Be Freaking Nice to Each Other
It is up to us to be beacons of compassion and kindness. We have to be freaking nice to each other, and here are some ways you can practice.
Let’s Talk About Anxiety, Depression, and Self-Care
We need to talk about mental health. There's too much of a stigma attached to anxiety, depression, and the personality disorders. If any one of us is out of shape physically, we seek outside help for it. We go to the doctor, hire a personal trainer, or pop some...
The Blerch is a Wretched, Lazy Beast. And He’s Winning.
Being a runner gives my life meaning. No, wait. Being a runner gave my life meaning. I know you think that sounds hyperbolic, melodramatic, and over-the-top...and you’re right. It is. But I was reading The Terrible and Wonderful Reasons Why I Run Long Distances for...
Meditation Mantra: Be Here
Chanting and using a mantra while meditating or doing yoga has never been my thing, But right now, finding one that works for me has been a blessing.
Bonus Podcast – My guest spot on Dumbbells & Dragons
I appeared on the super-awesome Dumbbells and Dragons podcast this week, and I wanted to make sure that all of you who aren’t regular listeners of his get a chance to hear it.
Self-care in stressful times
Stress and negativity is everywhere in today’s political climate, but here are some strategies for self-care to keep you healthy and sane.