I learned a lot about how to race in cold and rain this week. Yesterday's duathlon in Fort DeSoto, FL, Chilly Willy, was a perfect opportunity to learn something new in some not so favorable conditions. Today I'll share what I learned preparing for the race and then how it played out. Early in the... Continue Reading →
My Perceptions and Learning of a Plant-Based Lifestyle
I was flat out ignorant! As I reflect back to how I approached being healthy I can honestly say I had no approach and I was simply ignorant about almost everything in regards to living a healthy lifestyle. January 17 marked my three year anniversary of living a plant-based lifestyle. What happened to me? To... Continue Reading →
Buy or Leave?
When looking at the food label and ingredients for one of their lunch options late Sunday morning, a frozen vegan pizza, Michael Blue asked, "I'm not sure, is it a buy or a leave?" That question was asked several times during a vivacious game at the first Healthy Giraffe Event of the year Saturday evening.... Continue Reading →
Get 10% Happier
If you follow the equation in the photo you will be guaranteed to be 10% happier. OK, maybe not, but there is science illustrating by being mindful and practicing meditation you can reduce stress, boost your immune system, and be more focused. As Dan Harris states, this translates into the development of skills and behaviors... Continue Reading →