The barber shop shave is an experience that all men should have at least semi-regularly.You know I encourage indulgences around here. Not all of those indulgences have to be food related, however. You may remember my discussion on getting a massage. Likewise, I encourage us all to find a master with a straight razor and indulge in the relaxation.I never shave clean. In … [Read more…]

Stress may kill, but stressful situations can bring out the absolute best in us. If we can identify our heightened sense of focus in emotionally elevated situations while staying below our personal redlines, we can use our stress like a powerful drug. From artofmanliness.com: If you’re like many people, you likely experienced small cognitive and physical breakdowns due to fear … [Read more…]

It is not success which begets happiness, its happiness which begets success.We often tie our happiness to external events. We look at people around us and think that we’ll be much happier if only we get that promotion at work, make more money or lose more weight.Today, I received an email from a friend. She was sharing some thoughts on optimism and its correlation with … [Read more…]

It rarely rains in Southern California, but when it does, it may bring with it health benefits.I’m generally inclined to enjoy all weather, but rainy, chilly days feel especially healthy to me. I’d dig the drizzle regardless, but the studies help crystalize my visceral feeling. From redlandsdailyfacts.com: Negative ions are tasteless, odorless and invisible molecules that … [Read more…]

Rushing to do anything won’t contribute to your goals of peak well being. In fact, it may contribute to an unhealthy state. From simplepersonaldeveloment.com: Rushing increases stress hormones and also increases inflammation in the body My JV baseball coach (with unreasonably short PE shorts and a whistle) used to preach, “Be quick but don’t hurry.” Mr. Gunny never gave John … [Read more…]