When you woke up this morning, did you feel refreshed? Or did your mind feel like a foggy battlefield, your body weighed down by invisible fatigue? If so, you’re not alone. In today’s grind culture, where sleepless nights are worn as badges of honor, the fundamental importance of sleep often gets lost. Sleep deprivation deeply impacts more...
The Timing of Your Vitamin D Supplement Matters: A Real-Life Lesson from Shabel Story time. Shabel and I go way back to our days at St. Xavier's College in Goa. We were both on the college weightlifting and powerlifting team, and I vividly remember how focused he was on maintaining his health and energy levels....
In the pursuit of success, there often exists an unseen barrier that holds us back—the barrier of limiting beliefs. These are the ingrained thoughts and perceptions that whisper doubt into our minds, convincing us that we are not capable or worthy of achieving our dreams. Yet, breaking free from these constraints is not only...
In our fast-paced world, it's easy to overlook the significance of the seemingly trivial moments in our daily lives. Yet, it is often these small actions that hold the power to spark profound change, both within ourselves and in the world around us. Let’s dive into the essence of "small actions" and uncover the...
What comes to mind when we say steroids? Are you visualizing muscular bodybuilders and athletes taking pills or injecting anabolic steroids to build muscles and enhance performance? These are not the steroids we are talking about. What you read next is for people who are administered steroids by their doctors for medical conditions, whether it...
Do you think there is a magic recipe for living a fulfilling life? The magic recipe can be summed up by eating well, exercising regularly, and keeping busy. But, is ticking off tasks on our productivity apps the real key to deep satisfaction? While these elements are important, they barely scratch the surface of what...
How did you sleep last night? I often start conversations with this simple question because I believe deep sleep is our body's natural reset button—a vital, often overlooked, component of our health. Last year, during a particularly stressful period, I found myself struggling with sleep. No matter how exhausted I felt, the moment my...
One morning I received a call from one of our clients on her seventh cycle of chemotherapy. She was exhausted and said, "Luke, I don't think I can go through this anymore. I'm not motivated." I told her, "You don't need motivation to endure chemotherapy. What you need is to remember the immense value of your...
Whether it’s a lazy Sunday or a bustling Monday, life doesn’t pause, and neither do the challenges we face. Today, I felt a strong urge to reach out, not because it’s urgent, but because it’s important—especially if you’re feeling stuck. Stuck with a health diagnosis that feels overwhelming, habits that may have lost their spark,...
Have you ever noticed how the pace of life just keeps getting faster? Our days are packed, and stress has almost become a constant companion for many of us. By the time we reach the end of the day, our minds are racing, our bodies are tense, and for so many, getting a sleep...
The Hidden Dangers of Exercising Sleep-Deprived In a world obsessed with fitness and productivity, it's easy to fall into the trap of thinking that more is always better. More exercise, more work, more hours in the day to achieve our goals. But what if I told you that one of the most damaging choices...
In a world where social media constantly bombards us with filtered perfection and unrealistic beauty standards, cultivating a positive body image and practicing self-acceptance have become essential aspects of maintaining mental and emotional well-being. Let’s delve into the intricate journey of self-acceptance, focusing particularly on how it intertwines with nurturing a positive body image.
