“Social currencies” motivate us. In this story, I define 5 types, explain how they’re relevant to well-being/motivation, and share practical insights on how to achieve them. SOCIAL SPIRITUAL FINANCIAL ESTEEM INTIMATE 1. SOCIAL CURRENCY Social currency is intrinsic value gained by being responsible (able to respond), likable, and empathetic. Ultimately, it’s your reputation. …

Sorry Joe Rogan doesn’t count. — 1. Andrew Huberman Huberman is the ultimate bro turned scientist. Up to his neck in tattoos, he leads neurobiology lectures at Stanford School of Medicine. He’s sharp, thoughtful, and full of know-how that applies to everyday health.

How to breathe through your nose and breathe less. — To breathe optimally, breathe through your nose and breathe less. This is the essence of James Nestor’s new book, Breath. I read all 280 pages — roughly 70,000 words — on the topic. In my attempts to distill it down to 1%, I’ll start by telling you breath impacts your…

Not a comprehensive list, but some half-baked pointers. — 1. Avoid thinking you’re weird for hiking alone. Obviously, if you’re hiking alone, you’re kind of weird at face value. But you’re not a total freak. Hiking is meditative, relaxing, and energizing — going solo signifies courage, curiosity, and regard for the simple things in life. Alone or with friends, be good to yourself on the hike. 2: Avoid being unprepared.

The opportunity cost of rejecting him and his “rules.” — You probably think about Jordan Peterson in 1 of 2 ways: You admire him for his ability to think and speak. His words give insight to your moral conundrums. His ideas hold significant psychological value to you. You despise him for his political views. You feel smothered by his conservative…

Macon is hard and difficult place. I am LOSING money here. I’m ashamed. At my lack of faith. I’ve put my worth in this job, basing my value on amount of accounts I sell. It’s futile. Realizing what’s important. My health. My family. My intimate relationship. My servitude to God…

This is a reminder, I write these recaps for myself. I’m completely oblivious to you, the reader. However, I know you exist. (More on this at the end.) WORK July was the 1st month I didn’t travel or host company in 2023. This “break” allowed me to work more hours consistently…

Thinking about higher order principles. I will work this week under the intention of being great. I want to take care of myself, my heart, and be responsible. So I can properly lead others. And demonstrate a higher order morale. I want to do this for God. Out of gratitude…

Not in touch with myself. It’s been almost two weeks since I sat alone and thought or wrote about my reality. I am not high. I am focused. It’s Sunday. I chose to rest and recoup last night and I created tension between Aja and I. I was tired. And…