We live in a culture that idolizes speed. Faster is framed as better. We glorify productivity hacks, multitasking, and constant acceleration. We scroll like our lives depend on it. We reply, reschedule, and react with twitch-speed urgency, often without realizing we’re doing it. But here’s a quiet truth I’ve come [...]
“You can’t guilt a rule.” – Sam Obitz Life throws us a mix of opportunities and challenges; navigating it all can often feel overwhelming. As someone who’s spent years advising people on mental performance and personal development, I’ve learned that one of the most effective tools for managing both [...]
If you’ve ever noticed that your day was going fine, and then one slight misstep caused an avalanche of internal criticism, you’re not alone. That voice in your head that tells you you’re not doing enough, not good enough, or that you’re somehow falling behind? That voice isn’t you. It’s [...]
We live in a culture that idolizes speed. Faster is framed as better. We glorify productivity hacks, multitasking, and constant acceleration. We scroll like our lives depend on it. We reply, reschedule, and react with twitch-speed urgency, often without realizing we’re doing it. But here’s a quiet truth I’ve come [...]
The people I know who have not lost their childlike wonder are among the most joyful to be around. – Sam Obitz In our relentless pursuit of success we often lose sight of happiness. I was recently reflecting on a conversation with a friend who shared his observations about [...]
When we examine the lives of the people we follow on social media and celebrities, we create a fantastical view based on glamour and prestige rather than their reality. This leads to feelings of not being enough and deeply affects your self-esteem. It’s only natural that you suffer by comparison. [...]
Master the art of living in balance and you’ll never have to worry about restoring balance. – Sam Obitz Many of today’s wearable technology devices give readings and recommendations on how much “Restorative” work you need. The advice is usually based on algorithms that try to interpret your device’s [...]
Sleep and mental health are two essential components of our overall well-being that are closely linked. The quality of our sleep can have a profound impact on our mental health and vice versa. In this blog, we will explore the relationship between sleep and mental health and discuss practical ways [...]
Gratitude is riches. Complaint is poverty. – Doris Day As the quote above illustrates, we have more control over our mood than we realize. As you go about your daily life, do you come across more people expressing gratitude or more who are complaining about something? If you want [...]
Ghosting is defined as the practice of ending a personal relationship with someone suddenly and without explanation by withdrawing from all communication. In short, Ghosting is the modern term for what was previously referred to as shunning. The main difference is that today you are not only shunned- but often [...]
Knowledge is something you possess. Wisdom is something you use. – Sam Obitz Many people make the mistake of equating knowledge with intelligence. Similarly, people often assume that if you get good grades or attend a prestigious school you must be smart. I agree that knowledge is a good [...]
In light of recent trends in sports, I feel that now is a good time to do an article on quitting and mental health. Having been a person who struggled with mental health issues and worked very hard to get them under control, before dedicating my life to helping people [...]