An Untrained Thought

With so much on our minds these days, we need to find a way to hit a mental reset button. In this episode, I reflect on the time where I learned the value of mindfulness and meditation - and how I no longer thought of it as some hippie-dippy new age stuff.

Can you actually lose weight with diet soda, or is it just a calorie-free culprit? In this episode, I discuss how artificial sugars may actually lead to more health problems than benefits.

Feeling overstimulated with everything in the world trying to grab our attention? In this episode, I talk about how I hacked my mind to save the reward-seeking dopamine rush for less exhilarating tasks. 

Is dressing like a hipster a social statement or a fashion trend? Is it ok to dress like a Bohemian without subscribing to the lifestyle? In this episode, I discuss clothing companies that create faux-vintage clothing that reflect social trends but may have an ulterior motive. 

We spend a third of our lives asleep. How important is it exactly? In this episode, I reflect on how I found the ideal bedtime, in order to be the most productive during the day. 

Is wearing gloves in the restaurant kitchen actually saving lives? I don't know either, but here's my take.

Gotta look good to feel good, but where do we draw the line between personal care and vanity?

As the old saying goes, "If you don't read the newspaper, you're uninformed. If you do, you're misinformed," so what are we when we read news on social media?

An interview with my friend to learn about how he remains productive during a pandemic. 

Riding a bike becomes a completely different exercise when done for 100 miles. Here's my experience doing a century ride and the lessons I learned from it.