As much as we all suck at waking up in the morning, there are a few key personal practices that will always undoubtedly lead to a better day. Coffee, cold showers, not hitting snooze, they're all part of the small daily challenges we face.

Are superstitions rooted in reality? Or are they just great examples of the power of the mind and the prison of belief? Black cats, the 13th floor, and Pagan rituals. What does it all mean?

An episode of thank you's and tangents all regarding gratefulness, support, and finding strength within yourself. I couldn't do it without y'all.

Through fasting, ayahuasca, breathwork, etc. human beings can reach extreme heights of truth and insight in visionary states. Ancient religious teachings and personal lessons all seem to be connected to our mind/body/spirit relationship and how we interpret such things. The higher self is always talking. Sometimes we get out of the way to let it through, other times it throws you on the floor and force-feeds you the message. Metaphorically.

Beneficial daily practices, inspirational songs, new job opportunities, life lessons, and personal growth. There are infinite things in this life to be thankful for. A hard life is a good life, as the learning experiences can mean just as much to us as the times of bliss.

It's hard to feel manly after you let your partner be with another man. It's hard to feel confident when you're scrutinizing yourself for irrational insecurities. But does our societal view of what it means to be a man jeopardize our ability to express emotion and grow as men as a whole? Open relationships, physical strength, and the permission to cry are all on the table.

Did you know that George Lucas dropped some knowledge bombs in the Star Wars prequels? Did you also know that fear is the absolute root of all the ills in the world? Did you know there's a reasonable and concrete solution to most of the misunderstanding and hatred in the world? Hmm...

Will it take one life or one thousand lives to reach enlightenment? It's not an easy answer. And some of us have eons of karma to pay forward. But that doesn't mean we can't enjoy the hell out of each moment!

When life hits you in the face with the worst situation imaginable, there's a way through that personal hell. The truth is we all suffer. The truth is we all have predicaments to overcome. The truth is we have to be there for ourselves before anyone can be there for us.

When people talk about "raising the vibe", it can seem a little pretentious and annoying. But there may be some inherent and applicable truth in these concepts and all can benefit from learning them.