I like to do some weird things. Here and here are some examples. In this one, we get a bit more strange. You may have heard about something called Laughing Yoga, where people force laughter in hopes that it spurs genuine laughter. I like this concept, so the other day I created my own “laughing … Continue reading My Laughing Meditation 🙂
Find a way to play before you start your day
I’m obsessed with finding the best way to spend my morning. I’ve experimented with meditation, nature, drawing pictures, reading, you name it. I love it in the geekiest way imaginable. Out of all these techniques, there’s not one in specific that works best. Instead, it’s a common theme that I have found between all of … Continue reading Find a way to play before you start your day
Why you should give more hugs
When you give a hug to someone, have you ever paid attention to the way that you FEEL while giving it? Have you ever tried to notice if you’re tense, uptight, resistant in some way? Not fully relaxed? I know I was when I first started paying attention to this. In Brazil, people are big … Continue reading Why you should give more hugs
How to become a better listener
I’m a horrible listener. Like truly horrible. If you’ve ever had a conversation with me, you’ve probably noticed what I like to call “Squirrel Syndrome”. You said something that had the effect of a dog seeing a squirrel and then running off to chase it. That’s what happens in my mind when someone gives me … Continue reading How to become a better listener
Cut yourself some slack
For the last few years I’ve experimented a lot on myself. I’ve experimented with diets, exercise routines, work schedules, creative scheduling, you name it. When it comes to improving my life in small ways, I’ve become very disciplined with implementing new habits. I’m also proud to say that I have had fantastic results and these … Continue reading Cut yourself some slack
The Melting Man
I become an unproductive piece of crap when I’m having sex all the time. I recently was swept off my feet by a beautiful brazilian woman. For six straight weeks I woke up to the best sex of my life every day. And during that time, I’ve been a lazy piece of shit. I wake up … Continue reading The Melting Man
Cultivate hobbies to cultivate a love life
I believe that there is an important paradox in life - the more comfortable you are spending time alone, the more capable you are to be in a relationship. Seems contradictory, but your ability to be in a healthy relationship is directly correlated to how comfortable you are spending time alone doing things that interest … Continue reading Cultivate hobbies to cultivate a love life
Living abroad has improved my relationship with my parents
I’ve lived away from home in foreign countries for the better part of the last 8 years. The most common question I receive is, “Do you miss your family?” or “Do you regret not spending more time with your family?”. Especially in the context of missing my parents. The truth is, no, I don’t miss … Continue reading Living abroad has improved my relationship with my parents
Communication, Transparency, Expectation Setting
I believe that any relationship problem in life, whether with family, friends, significant others, or work, stems from a problem in one of the following three areas; communication, transparency, or expectation setting. Whenever there is a problem, I can guarantee one of these three is at fault. Someone either didn’t communicate, communicated and left something … Continue reading Communication, Transparency, Expectation Setting