Two Minutes of 4:8 Vagus Nerve Breathing Reduces Stress
Anytime you want to reduce #stress take two minutes to do 5 rounds of vagus nerve breathing based on a 4:8 inhalation-to-exhalation ratio. Inhale through your nose then exhale through pursed lips. Count slowly. Breathe from your belly and expand your rib cage. Feel your breath. https://t.co/04EJ41tQ9X
Modern Individualism: From Ancient Silence to Self‑Reflection
Andreessen: 400 years ago it never would have occurred to anybody to be introspective.... The great men of history didn't sit around doing any of this stuff.... Western civilization had to kind of invent the concept of the individual" Marcus Aurelius:...
Feeling Doesn't Equal Weakness, Says My 7‑Year‑Old
“Just because you have feelings doesn’t mean you aren’t tough.” My 7 yo son says the most profound things sometimes…
Bolivia: Half Uncomfortable, Half Awe‑Inspiring Adventure
Bolivia is such a "classic" travel experience. You're uncomfortable 50% of the time, and in awe the other 50%.
Unhappiness: Self‑Indulgence That Rejects Outside Perspective
“The unhappy person resents it when you try to cheer him up, because that means he has to stop dwelling on himself and start paying attention to the universe. Unhappiness is the ultimate form of self-indulgence.” — Tom Robbins
AI Video Tools Blur Creator Lines, Upending IP Rules
Seedance 2.0 and Google's Veo 3 now produce video so good you cannot tell whether it was made by a fan messing around or a creator building a business. That is the real problem. No platform — not ByteDance, not Google, not...
Code Writing Isn't Your Paid Core Responsibility
You're Not Paid to Write Code https://t.co/9HsV60TETy < good post from @milan_milanovic. Maybe you're getting tired of seeing posts on this topic, but remember that to change identities and habits, repetitive reminders and motivation are needed.
Semaglutide Boosts Metabolism, Reduces Anxiety in Obese Mice
Beyond the Weight Loss: The Effects of Semaglutide on Standard and Diet-Induced Obese Mice 🤔"..semaglutide improved glucose metabolic health inboth diet groups..while chronic semaglutide treatment appeared to exertanxiolytic effects in obese mice, opposit[e] effects were observed in lean animals.." https://t.co/doU6EkwT7z
Curiosity Leads to Exclusive Luxury Champagne Experiences
I just finished finalizing a private trip to Champagne. It makes me so happy that clients are open to staying curious about champagne. They are going to have a grand time. And yes, I plan luxury travel wine and food...
Vitamin C Blocks Ferro‑aging, Boosting Longevity in Primates
Simple nutrients, serious science. March 2026 is turning into a good month for longevity research on everyday supplements. First, a Nature Medicine paper (COSMOS trial) showing daily multivitamins modestly slowed epigenetic aging clocks (GrimAge and PhenoAge) in older adults: around...
Big Week Ahead: Live Flea, Black Crowes, Surprise Friday
Big week coming up... Flea live in the studio tomorrow, The Black Crowes Wednesday, and something major coming Friday... any guesses?
One Goal, Two Habits, No Distractions
I went from rehab at 17 to running dozens of companies at 46. Here’s 3 steps to make winning inevitable: 1. Pick a single goal 2. Choose two daily habits aligned to that goal 3. Say NO to everything else
Omega‑3s Cut Strength Loss After Intense Exercise
Omega-3s improve recovery from exercise. A new study reveals a potential mechanism. Men who supplemented with 2.5 grams of EPA + DHA per day for 8 weeks lost less strength after muscle-damaging exercise vs. those taking a placebo. This was attributed in part...
Sub‑3 Marathon: Periodized High‑Mileage, Zone‑2 + Tempo Workouts
Here’s a general formula for a sub 3 marathon (or BQ): First have a specific training plan program (see our “BQ Marathon Plan at Higher Running 🏃🏻 🙌!). Periodized training, quality long runs (20-22 miles). Consistently higher mileage (often over...
Chili Capsaicin Restores Gut-Brain Link, Boosts Memory
Eating chilis may be good for your memory. Capsaicin (from chilis) partially rescued the memory decline by restoring the gut-brain (vagus-hippocampus) communication. Aging microbiome disrupts the gut-brain communication and memory function. https://t.co/gAEPdmhPDB
Brain Breaks Boost Focus and Momentum in Learning
🧠 Brain Awareness Week is the perfect reminder: learning needs pauses, not just pushes These classroom brain breaks help students reset, refocus, and re-engage without losing momentum. 👉 Try these ideas in your classroom: https://t.co/CCSIen95UO #BrainAwarenessWeek #EdChat
Placenta Capsules Lack Benefit and Pose Infection Risk
I did placenta encapsulation with my first baby due to my prior midwife's recommendation, but I no longer do it or recommend it. Here's why. The only placebo-controlled trials on it (UNLV) found no meaningful benefit for mood, fatigue, bonding, or iron...
Neon’s Oscar Wins Reveal Indie Film Profit Surge
Neon has been a fixture at the Oscars since its founding a decade ago. We obtained some finances that are very revealing about the state of the indie film business. https://www.bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2026-03-16/oscars-2026-how-much-neon-made-from-a-best-picture-oscar
Essential Introductory Guide for Aspiring Traders
Highly recommend my friend Peter Robbins' @prrobbins new book The Trader's Journey. Excellent intro-level book for novices looking to get into world of trading for a living. Agree with all the conclusions. Well worth your time. https://t.co/S7AXHkEkIt
Quiet Kids Deserve Business Class Over Disruptive Adults
Quiet Kids Belong In Business Class More Than Disruptive Adults Do - View from the Wing https://t.co/z5KgY21JcI
Machine Learning Advances Practical Quantum Error Mitigation
Thank you to everyone who packed the room this morning at #APSSummit26 for my 30 min talk on our machine learning for practical quantum error mitigation (Nature Machine Intelligence) work. https://t.co/na3tJ45loA
AI May Soon Run on Living Brain Cells
AI infrastructure may be heading somewhere unexpected. Researchers are now exploring “wetware”, computing systems powered by living human brain cells instead of traditional silicon. The idea sounds like science fiction, but experiments in biological computing are already underway. If brain cells can process...
Teen Indifference Often Hides Deep Discouragement
Your teen might look like they don’t care. But indifference is often a mask for discouragement.
From Self‑Consciousness to Open, Receptive Presence
Go from being self conscious to a conscious self. Shift from a feeling of constriction to one of openness. Become receptive to whatever the moment brings. #mindfulness https://t.co/fnBUl2zRpK
Four to Five Near‑Failure Sets Capture Most Strength Gains
Indeed. Very parallel. 4-5 intense sets of resistance training per week close to failure bring ~all the strength gains of weight lifting. After that, you get bigger muscles but no strength gains.
Spot the 6 Telltale Signs of People‑Pleaser Relationships
6 Signs Of People-Pleasing In Relationships: 1. Neglecting Self-Care. 2. Difficulty Saying "No.” 3. Avoiding Conflict. 4. Excessive Apologizing/Validation. 5. Loss Of Self. 6. Being Overly Responsible.
Cherish One‑On‑One Time with Your Newborn
Not only is it good to have time with just your baby ... when our 2nd and 3rd kids were born, we sent the older kids to stay with my parents for a few days, so that it was literally...
Stars Shine Their Most Beautiful Light at Death
Join us as we talk about how stars experience exquisite beauty in their final moments.
Earn Social Media Time After Two Hours Deep Work
I've cut my social media use by 50% and I feel 100% better. Did it with one simple rule: 2 hrs deep work for every hour on social media. You earn an hour on social media ONLY after two hours...
Humility Protects; Arrogance Risks Downfall, Like Icarus
Being humble doesn’t lead to failure; being arrogant can (Icarus). Another insight based on Pascal's Wager: https://t.co/9NnqmfzVRV
Mental Rumination Is Unpaid Overtime on Your Mind
The word "rumination" literally comes from how cows digest food. They chew, swallow, bring it back up, and chew again. When we do this mentally, we replay painful moments over and over. Psychologist Guy Winch calls this "unpaid overtime." If you're sitting...
Create Your Own Universal Solo Travel Safety Checklist
Solo Safety Checklist Build a destination-agnostic checklist you can copy and customize. 👉 https://t.co/hQm3xmKSJu #solotravel #solotraveler #solotraveling #travelingsolo #travelingalone #travel
Running Economy Beats VO2max for Marathon Performance
Yes your raw Vo2max matters greatly for distance running performance. However it’s really better efficiency (or “Running Economy”) is what allows you to harness a higher % of your Vo2max for longer times (and therefore a faster running pace). Hence...
Productivity Talk Shifts From Urgency to Alignment
The words we use about productivity reveal how our thinking is evolving. In this year’s A–Z episodes with Erik Fisher of Beyond The To-Do List, I noticed a shift in vocabulary: Less urgency. More alignment. Listen to Part 1 here: https://t.co/VEeHjbdZ2Q https://t.co/JE7Hskt5yB
Hunting Still Central to Human Evolution, Says Ed Hagen
Anthropologist Ed Hagen @ed_hagen debunks the debunking on the role of hunting in human evolution.
Share Your Vision for an Abundant Future
This is what we do at The Future Vision XPRIZE, send us your ideas, show us an abundant future
Prioritize Enjoyment Over Time in Race Conversations
If you cross paths with someone today who ran a race this weekend, instead of asking “did you get a good time?” Try “did you have a good time?” And for all the runners reflecting on yesterday’s race, picking it...
Warming Sped up After 1980s, Not in Last Decade
"Why global warming is accelerating & what it means for the future" [note: the rate of warming increased in the '80s as sulphate aerosols subsided but claims it has accelerated over the *past decade* are not supported IMO] by @AlecLuhn...
Critics Call Bessel Van Der Kolk’s Trauma Theory Pseudoscience
So some of y'all might have some feelings about this but Bessel van der Kolk is not to be trusted He uses pseudoscience and flat out lies to push his agenda in the Body Keeps the Score and while I love that he...
Prioritize Natural Fertility Solutions Before Resorting to IVF
I'm not going to comment on the specific stats here because I haven't read the book yet and some of these numbers need more context. But the broader point matters. Women deserve full transparency before making a decision that costs $15-20K...
Matthew Stewart's Expert Breakdown of Oscars Screen Time
Read @MatthewAStewart's takes on screen time for #Oscars winners and nominees. He's the GOAT in this arena.
Daily Good Conversation Boosts Happiness by 10%
One good conversation a day lifts you 10% higher on the global happiness scale. https://t.co/IpS5xfQCdU
Break the Noise First, Then Find Yoga Calm
people think yoga is a calming practice, but its not. not at the start. if you're checked out, running on autopilot, living mostly in your head— gentle stillness will not reach you. the nervous system is too noisy to hear it....
5 Steps to Boost Lactate Threshold Effectively
What's the best way to improve the lactate threshold? When's it best to push or pull it up? I give you my 5 steps to improving LT in my latest deep dive video. Link below:
US Travelers Should Secure UK ETA Amid Uncertain Politics
Yay, booked my UK visa for any subsequent trips now until 2028, in case the geopolitiking of the US decides to piss off an old ally. Always good to be extra sure and on-record. If you plan on visiting the...
Swiss Ball Jump Outperforms Squat Jump in Speed
I'd need to see it compared to band accelerated. As the exercise used "below the thigh" isn't how I have ever seen anyone do it in the weight room. https://t.co/iMgBsge8dD
WORKac Finishes Riverhouse: Compact Sustainable Family Residence
Cute project: "WORKac has completed Riverhouse, a compact sustainable residence in rural Rhode Island designed by the practice’s co-founders Amale Andraos and Dan Wood for their own family." #passivhaus #passivehouse https://t.co/LGKrxpkqpm https://t.co/0rXpbTSHPJ
Conan O'Brien Delivers Cinephile‑Friendly Oscars Review
Oscars Review: Conan O’Brien Does It Again — This Time, for the Cinephiles https://t.co/qdmJorc2tz via @IndieWire
Dream Dinner Destination: Which Country Would You Choose?
If you could fly to any country in the world for dinner, right now, where would you go?!
Choose Wisely, Avoid Career “Drug Dealers” For Success
“The ‘drug dealers’ on your career journey are many & varied—luring you to embrace their behavioral cocaine. Unless you make the right decisions & choices, your career destiny will be nothing but mediocre.” 🔍 https://t.co/MRLsQRnbmH #careeradvice #personalgrowth #careergrowth https://t.co/aGQLq2QTcr