The Difference Between Getting Something Out of Your System vs Making Bad Habits
There is a fine line between release and repetition. At times, we feel the need to “get something out of our system,” whether that is indulging in a craving, venting emotions, or experimenting with a choice we normally avoid. Yet what begins as a single release can quietly evolve into a repeated pattern, and repeated […]
Old Happiness vs New Happiness
Happiness has always mattered, but what we chase to feel happy has shifted. Call the first pattern Old Happiness: a stable sense of enough, grounded in belonging, craft, and rhythm. Call the second pattern New Happiness: a spike of excitement, driven by novelty, speed, and visibility. Both have value. They simply answer different needs and […]
Before Enlightenment, Chop Wood, Carry Water. After Enlightenment, Chop Wood, Carry Water Meaning
The Zen saying, “Before enlightenment, chop wood, carry water. After enlightenment, chop wood, carry water,” captures the paradox of spiritual insight and the continuity of daily life. At first glance, it may seem contradictory: if enlightenment is supposed to transform everything, why do the same tasks remain? Yet the essence of the phrase lies not […]
What Does It Mean To Be Yourself?
Being yourself is not a fixed label but an ongoing expression. Who you are is shaped daily by your choices, actions, and mindset. Identity is not something you simply have—it is something you live. Identity Is Fluid You are not defined forever by past experiences. With each decision and challenge, your identity evolves. Growth and […]
What Is Born Will Die, What Has Been Gathered Will Be Dispersed, What Has Been Accumulated Will Be Exhausted, What Has Been Built Up Will Collapse and What Has Been High Will Be Brought Low
~ Sogyal Rinpoche, The Tibetan Book of Living and Dying The words of Sogyal Rinpoche present a sobering yet liberating truth: impermanence lies at the heart of existence. Every living being, every achievement, every structure, and every rise in power carries within it the seeds of change and decline. Far from being purely pessimistic, this […]
Can You Use a Bowflex Ultimate Machine to Get Ripped
The Bowflex Ultimate and other multi-function home gyms have been marketed as all-in-one solutions for strength training. The question many ask is whether such a machine can truly help someone get “ripped” — meaning building noticeable muscle definition while reducing body fat. The answer depends less on the machine itself and more on how it […]
How to Test Your Biological Age
Most people measure age by the number of years they have lived, but this “chronological age” does not always reflect how well the body is functioning. Biological age, on the other hand, estimates how old your body seems based on its cellular, genetic, and physiological health. Testing biological age can provide a clearer picture of […]
Step-by-Step Checklist for Testing Biological Age at Home and Through Medical Options
Biological age offers a clearer picture of your body’s true state than the number of years you have lived. It reflects how well your cells, organs, and systems are functioning compared to average standards. While no single test can give a complete answer, combining at-home assessments with medical evaluations provides the most reliable results. Here […]
How to Appeal to Idiots
It can be frustrating to deal with people who seem unwilling or unable to think clearly, but sometimes you still need to reach them. Whether you are trying to sell an idea, explain a rule, or simply keep peace in a conversation, learning how to appeal to people with limited reasoning skills can be a […]
How To Attach Yourself To The Present Moment: Step By Step
Presence is a skill. You build it through short, repeatable drills that teach your attention to return, settle, and stay. Use the protocols below as written for two weeks, then mix and match. Core idea Ten second snap-backs Use these whenever you feel scattered. Five minute grounding routine Do once in the morning or before […]