Fair warning – I’m about to make a statement with a random anecdote as my only bit of clearly unscientific “evidence.” Putting away your phone and taking a walk will make you more creative.Tonight, I took my dog (giant blue-nose pit bull, in case you’re curious) on a stroll to my local grocery store in Malibu. As the sun set, I barely noticed. My head was down, staring at … [Read more...]
Indoor Grills
Fucking George Foreman. I thought he’d never get me, but he’s all jolly and lovable and stuff. I admit my snobbery. I hated electric grills. In the same way I swore I wouldn't drink instant coffee, I promised myself I’d always grill outdoors.Now? I’m in my robe on a Friday night at my kitchen table (couldn't be happier, by the way), listening to Eddie Vedder, staring at the … [Read more...]
Make One Small Change
There is an extraordinarily powerful ripple effect from one small change.Folks often decide to make drastic and sweeping changes because they want immediate results. Not only are these choices difficult to commit to and maintain, you can actually set yourself up for failure before you start. A 2002 study confirmed the negative effects of committing to an … [Read more...]
Bottled Versus Tap Water
If you purchase bottled water because you like the taste, by all means, keep doing your thing. If your fridge is filled to capacity with those bottles because you appreciate the convenience, more power to you. But if you’re spending your hard earned duckets because you reckon it’s healthier to do so, not so fast.When I’m on set at FOX, I’ll occasionally grab a cup, walk … [Read more...]
Exercise Your Willpower
Any successful diet or fitness program starts with the same fundamental principle – willpower. Every resolution is doomed to failure if you are unable to commit and persevere.As a very young man early in my minor league days, I had my moments of weakness. As I progressed and grew, I needed to learn to make more mature decisions; as a MLB player, temptations are everywhere. … [Read more...]