by Michael Jones | Jul 7, 2023 | Blog Posts
Exploring Limits (part 2) Martial Arts Training I have trained in martial arts most of my life. Judo in middle school, wresting in high school, karate in college and graduate school, and aikido for many years. At the age of 52 decided to try Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. When...
by Michael Jones | Jul 7, 2023 | Blog Posts
Looking for an alternative to traditional psychotropic medications for anxiety/depression? Not really into exercise or yoga? Consider getting a pet. Pet ownership has been found to have a positive impact on mental health and well-being. Numerous studies have shown a...
by Michael Jones | Jul 7, 2023 | Blog Posts
Think napping is just for toddlers? Think again. I have always been a big fan of the mid-day powernap. Now it seems like science supports this habit. One study recently found a modest causal association between habitual daytime napping and larger total brain volume....
by Michael Jones | May 30, 2023 | Blog Posts
If we take the time and focus on things with a clear mind, we understand how the world seems to work and can see things as they are. However, a great deal of life is filled with ambiguity and paradox. Our nature is to try to understand. We want answers, explanations,...
by Michael Jones | May 26, 2023 | Blog Posts
Understanding Imperfection Kintsugi is the Japanese art of repairing broken pottery by mending the areas of breakage with lacquer mixed with gold, silver, or platinum, giving the resulting piece a unique, beautiful appearance. The philosophy behind kintsugi is...
