Healthy Mind Heart Body

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  • Vulnerability and Connection

    In my continuing efforts and struggle to make sense of my very own existence, I invariably return to remarkably rudimentary, yet paramount questions. Why am I here? What must I do? And, how may I actualize these concepts, and increase the ratio of pleasure to pain in my life? My wonder, pursuit and search for…

  • 10 Things Science Says Will Make You Happy

    Try these 10 things that science says will make you happy! Savor Everyday Moments Slow down; breath; receive. Avoid Comparisons I’ve suggested that comparisons made by media, art, fantasies and dreams, draw lines in the sand and weigh on the world considerably. Put Money Low on the List A necessary evil, nothing more. Have Meaningful…

  • Relocation Pains and Self Awareness

    I’m lonely in this unfamiliar place. My life is in my car; I’m living out of a hotel; and the only thing I have is my job. Friends and family are scattered across the planet, and all positive growth momentum feels abandoned in Santa Barbara. I can find good things in Los Angeles. Already: endless…

  • Relocation and Relationship Pain

    Sometimes change is unwelcome; it can feel like it’s taking us somewhere we don’t want to go. In this case, change is literally taking me somewhere. It’s not that I’m not excited about new opportunities; it’s that I’m reluctant to leave the budding opportunities, relationships and experiences where I am now. Usually, I welcome change;…

  • Acceptance and Compassion for Self

    “‘Take the ego out of it. Accept what your body and mind can do today, and let it be enough. Have compassion for yourself.’” -anonymous friend quoting yogi Dear Geoff, it’s been a long time since NUCS, but I enjoy reading your writing. You have a very refreshing perspective on life… Right before I moved…