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Why I Still Post (Even Though I Hate It Sometimes)

Why I Still Post (Even Though I Hate It Sometimes) I still ask myself that.Not in a doom-spiral kind of way — more like a quiet gut-check before I hit “publish.” There’s a specific kind of fatigue that comes from…

I Thought Parkour Was Stupid. Then It Rewired My Brain.

I Thought Parkour Was Stupid. Then It Rewired My Brain. aka: What PE Didn’t Teach Me and Why I Still Don’t “Work Out” (kinda) It was a small jump. Maybe four feet. My friend had already done it—easily. “Just do…

How I’m Reclaiming My Movement (and My Voice)

New Era, New Moves It’s been a strange, beautiful few months. I’ve been quiet here—not because nothing was happening, but because too much was. I’ve been in what I call a self-imposed lockdown—stabilizing work, reshaping my energy, trying to build…

Best ways to improve engagement on social media in 2025

Best ways to improve engagement on social media in 2025 Are you wondering why your content isn’t going viral or why your engagement remains low? Here are some questions to consider: Have you consistently posted high-quality content for at least…

Finding balance in a sick society

Finding balance in a sick society There’s no denying it – our society is ailing. Amid a global pandemic and the pervasive political chaos, it’s evident that our collective well-being is in a precarious state. In an era where self-care…

Black Lives Matter vs. Political Correctness

Being politically correct doesn’t work I’m tired of trying to be politically correct (PC). I’m also sad because I had to remind myself that political correctness doesn’t even technically exist. I heard about being PC when I was a kid,…

Meditation As A Counterbalance For The Interwebz

If you don’t have time to meditate for 10 minutes, then really you have to meditate. I definitely feel like meditation gives me more time in my life, simply because I’m more aware of the moment. I realized my productivity increased when…

The Importance of Parkour Magazines

Mainstream media rarely portrays the lifestyle and philosophy of parkour, so these online magazines decided to step in and fill that void. If the masses think parkour is only for super athletes or daredevils, its probably due to misinformation from…

Treat Insomnia, Depression, and Anxiety with YouTube Videos

Experts suggest turning off screens at least an hour before bed… but what if you could use your screen to help you snooze? Playing a YouTube video while you go to bed can actually help you fall asleep if you’re…

How To Wrangle An Out Of Control E-Mail Inbox

Imagine keeping 50,000 physical letters. Now imagine the 50,000 actual e-mails you have running wild in the wilderness known as your inbox… Which kind are you? Diligent about your e-mail cleanliness or… If you need to declutter your home, there…