Tanaka in Three

Griping can lead our minds astray.

When we try to develop new habits like getting on a diet or an exercise regimen we tend to take an “out” approach. Instead, we should take the “down” approach.

To influence, convert or convince anyone to anything, you must “get in line.”

I rushed over to a local shop to get a haircut. Typically I would expect my stylist to have an “I’m only here because I need a job” attitude. But in this case, Victoria was quite engaging. What was different? She seemed to be enjoying herself.

Have you ever had a song, especially a stupid one enter your brain and you just couldn’t get it out of your head?

Creativity like all the best things in life, often takes work. -Malcomb Gladwell

On Feb 11, 2020, I published a podcast, “Do fad diets work. They do but hold on.”
At the end I said I would update you on the results of my intermittent fasting that I started on Jan 1st.

It’s amazing how many people I meet who want to do what I do. Be their own person. Make their own hours. But let me tell you, it’s not for everyone.

Happiness is a learned skill. Don’t hope to be lucky, choose to be happy

Contagion is on everyone’s minds these days. Dr. Laurie Santos in the Happiness Lab, explains the power of emotional contagion and how it effects an organization.