In today's newsletter, we delve into two diverse stories. First, Virginia Sole-Smith shares her inspiring experiences with outdoor movement during winter, discussing the positive impacts of a loose movement challenge and highlighting her favorite items, a rented fake fur coat and exquisite soup bowls. Secondly, we provide an update on the escalating trade war initiated by Trump's tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China, detailing the consequent retaliatory measures and their potential impact on U.S. consumers and businesses.

This newsletter explores two diverse topics: The first story discusses an innovative approach to New Year's resolutions, advocating for the selection of a guiding word instead of rigid goals, as illustrated through a personal journey focused on 'mastery.' The second story dives into the economic implications of President Trump's newly imposed tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China, with potential repercussions for consumers and businesses during ongoing trade tensions.

This newsletter focuses on the connection between diet and brain health, presenting new research indicating that consuming more than one egg per week could reduce dementia risk by 47%. The importance of nutrients found in eggs, such as choline and lutein, is highlighted. Additionally, it contrasts the effects of processed versus unprocessed red meat on brain health, emphasizing that moderation is key. The newsletter also includes insights on dog nutrition and a recommended reading list.

In today's newsletter, Dan Harris discusses the benefits of walking meditation for overcoming insomnia and managing stress, while also sharing a heartfelt compliment he received. The newsletter features a recording of a recent meditation session and answers to common questions. Additionally, we cover a tragic mid-air collision near Washington D.C. involving an American Airlines flight and a U.S. Army helicopter, resulting in 67 fatalities and prompting investigations by the NTSB and FAA.

In this episode, we delve into the exploration of a 'higher power' as Dan Harris converses with Buddhist nun Sister Dang Nghiem, who emphasizes the importance of mindfulness and self-awareness in overcoming daily addictions. Additionally, we discuss five brain-healthy activities for winter, including joining a virtual cookbook club and trying a delicious Sicilian pesto recipe. Lastly, we cover the tragic mid-air collision over the Potomac involving an American Airlines flight and a U.S. Army helicopter, which resulted in 67 fatalities, leading to significant rescue operations and ongoing investigations.