We've riffed briefly about gaining lean tissue in previous posts, but we're about to take a deeper, more personal dive into the subject. More specifically, we'll tackle adding muscle safely, effectively and naturally. Many of you will be able to punt on this post. Those of you looking to lose, not gain, weight can pass this by. Now is also a good time for a reminder that the … [Read more...]

We often develop our appreciation for things based on the habits of somebody we love and respect. Our hobbies, the food we like, the activities we enjoy…we are computers, and our programming is largely influenced by the people closest to us beginning from an early age. For those of us in leadership positions (and that's all of us in various capacities), we often find … [Read more...]

Two posts connected by a straight line. Electric sizzle. Back with you again, my familiar friend. I missed you. A world away, square blocks, where we originally met. You ruled the land. Reigning over tagged alleys and the Reseda wash. Here in paradise, you're out of place. An abrasive old man in a quiet lounge, flaws on full display. You'll be gone soon. A cityscape's … [Read more...]

I recently visited Idaho Falls for work, and rather than rest my head at the local corporate hotel, I slept in a yurt in the local mountains. I had no shower and no bathroom, but it was among the most powerful travel experiences I've had. I was surrounded by some of the most jaw dropping scenery I've experienced on US soil. The research suggests that I was more productive … [Read more...]

Here at Morning View, concrete lions provide sanctuary on either side of the road. The freedom fighter wanders the middle. Peculiar. A snails pace's the sweet spot. Just far enough away; she's not too loud. Still close enough to smell her. 50 years ago, the old man walked this path. Wandering. Dreaming. … [Read more...]