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Steve Miller was Right
Time goes by faster as we age; that's a perceptual fact. BUT...we can slow it down. Here's the neuroscience behind why we're not wrong to think 'the older we get, the faster it goes', and six strategies to pump the brakes.
Sep 1


Meet ElliQ: The AI Gamechanger for Seniors
We are living longer than ever, and the desire to age in place keeps growing. A new groundbreaking technology is helping to make that goal a reality.
Aug 1


1776 vs. 2026: The Pursuit of Wellness
As we celebrate the 250th of America this month, let's look at some of the old ways that would serve us well in 2026. This includes sleep and walking more!
Jul 1


Father's Day Words of Wisdom
Want to still be living your best life at 90 with no prescriptions and running/exercising four days a week? Of course you do! Check out how it's done from Bob Pyle, the man living that reality a guy with a blueprint on how we can all get there.
Jun 1


It's Not What to be, It's How to be
Congrats to the Class of 2026! Graduation often means stress and anxiety about future career prospects in the age of AI, but there are many things within our control to future-proof our career success. This column details some simple starting points.
May 1


Sleep is the New Status Symbol
Not long ago, a status symbol in American professional culture was how little sleep you could survive on, and hustle culture made sleeplessness a badge of honor.
That era, thankfully for all of us, seems to be ending fast and this column get's into teh how and why of sleep as the new status symbol of high performers.
Apr 1


Addictive by Design
Meta is facing accusations that social media platforms were intentionally engineered as “digital casinos” to hook young users. That analogy was not rhetorical exaggeration; it was grounded in Meta’s own research, literally conducted in casinos. This column outlines some steps we can take to ensure we do not give social media dominance over our lives, as it is designed to do.
Mar 1


The Ultimate Valentine's Gift
February has a way of putting relationships front and center in our focus area. If you have a Valentine in mind, the most meaningful gift you can give them probably isn’t wrapped in paper, covered in chocolate, or in a small velvet box. It’s becoming the best version of yourself for them.
Feb 1


Success by Design: Building Systems for Your Ultimate 2026
This month's column borrows from Microsoft's "Success by Design" methodology to challenge traditional New Year's resolutions. Drawing on behavioral science and Charles Duhigg's habit research, it argues that sustained progress comes from well-designed systems such as routines and environmental cues, not from willpower. Readers get four practical principles and a five-step blueprint for building a personal "operating system" for 2026 that quietly, consistently moves them towar
Jan 1


Holiday Giving Guide
December means the arrival of 'giving season' as we see from daily catalogs arriving in the mail. This column focuses on organizations where giving can have a huge impact on the lives of others who need it most.
Nov 30, 2025


Greatness in Gratitude
Neuroscience and psychology research show that gratitude doesn’t just warm the heart; it helps rewire the brain, shift our mindset, and trigger ripple effects across health, performance, and relationships. Learn more why gratitude ramps up our greatness in life!
Nov 1, 2025


Healthy Life, Healthy Brain
Many aspects of ageing are beyond our control, but the good news is that there is also plenty we can do to ensure we remain physically and mentally fit well into our golden years. Like many other areas of life, hope is not a strategy, but proactive action is.
Aug 1, 2025


The Big Three: Competent, Capable, and Confident
'The GSD factor' (getting stuff done) is a superpower in life and business. Being competent and capable is the foundation, and this column gets into how to ensure you are building the skills that will never let you down.
Jul 1, 2025


Random Acts of Happiness
Looking to add a few quick ingredients to the life happiness recipe? Give this a fast read and get ready to talk to strangers!
Jun 1, 2025


Class of 2025 Job Report
Congrats to the Class of '25! While there is no crystal ball as to what the future of work looks like, we do have the next best thing, the World Economic Forum 'Future of Jobs' report. Check out this column for a summary of predicitions as well as some free online course links for top areas predicted to be prioritized in hiring decisions in the coming years.
May 1, 2025


Make your Future Self Proud
It's official...Neuroscience shows that mental time travel to visit our future self is a trip worth taking. It's a powerful habit that will change our present day outcomes and this quick read explains the how and why.
Apr 1, 2025


Sober Serious
Are you sick and tired of feeling sick and tired from drinking? Changing our thoughts leads to changing our behavior, and it starts here.
Feb 1, 2025


Giving the Gift that Keeps on Living
90% of Americans support organ donation but only about half of us sign up. Here's a quick read on the many benefits and some FAQ's.
Jan 1, 2025


Living your Best Obituary
Obituaries are about life. Writing our own lets us clarify priorities and make our most important aspirations a reality!
Nov 1, 2024


Antisocial Media
Daily hours on social media continue to increase, and so do the related mental health problems. This quick read gives some insight why.
Oct 1, 2024
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