Trudi Roth

From the October 5, 2021 issue of Further In early September, I traveled with my daughter to her college town, Eugene, Oregon. One night, we witnessed an incredible spectacle: thousands of small birds swirling in a circle before simultaneously plummeting into a large black chimney. A fellow spectator explained that it was the annual roost …

From the September 28, 2021 issue of Further How do you know you’re burned out? Maybe you click to read about children who mysteriously fall into an impenetrable sleep — not because it sounds like a terrible affliction, but because you think a mild case wouldn’t be so bad. Or, you might be a bit …

From the September 21, 2021 issue of Further I have a favorite saying from the philosopher Howard Thurman: The contradictions of life are not final or ultimate. That sentiment is both accurate and annoying, particularly when making “healthy” food choices. Is it about engineering more nutritious foods? After all, we have the technology. But aren’t …

From the September 14, 2021 issue of Further We often talk about the importance of sleep here at Further. It’s essential for a healthy immune system and cognitive function. It helps safeguard your system from chronic illnesses (i.e., heart disease, Type 2 diabetes, depression). And for those of us over 50, better sleep duration decreases …

From the August 31, 2021 issue of Further Remember the beginning of the pandemic when there was a global toilet paper shortage? Turns out that the gut reaction of consumers worldwide made sense not only from a scarcity perspective, but also from a scientific one. As we faced an unprecedented stressor, our bodies responded with …

From the August 24, 2021 issue of Further I’m helping a client who’s won several high-profile awards in a decades-long career write his memoir. I’ve noticed he repeatedly chalks up his success to “happy accidents” and speaks of his colleagues reverently as if his achievements pale in comparison. Due largely to the pandemic, his work …

From the August 10, 2021 issue of Further Strength and stamina are as much psychological as they are physical. Thanks to world-class athletes like Simone Biles and Naomi Osaka, it’s now clear resilience isn’t about powering through mental health challenges. Instead, it’s about training yourself to perform under pressure, which includes knowing when to walk …

From the August 4, 2021 issue of Further Truth: Drinking any amount of alcohol is bad for you. If you’re like me, you’ve spent some time trying to refute that fact. And sure, you might find something the Mayo Clinic says about moderate amounts of red wine being heart-healthy. Or take comfort in following the …

From the July 20, 2021 issue of Further Recently I ran to the grocery store for two things. By the time I got there, I could only remember one item. I know — that’s what grocery shopping apps are for. Thing is, I’d spaced on logging a list, and I’d forgotten my phone at home …

From the July 13, 2021 issue of Further When it comes to preventing illnesses and increasing healthspan, sleep is one of the big three, along with diet and exercise. A little rest goes a long way — experts say most adults need just seven hours of sleep daily. Meanwhile, the CDC says one in three …

From the June 29, 2021 issue of Further Did you know Generation X: Tales For An Accelerated Culture is 30-years-old? Douglas Coupland’s idea was to come up with a way to say we’re not Boomers. Turns out he didn’t have to bother … because nobody mistakes us for our elders, the Millennials behind us, or …

From the June 22, 2021 issue of Further The Great Pandemic Pause was a significant reset on many levels. Now that restrictions are lifting, most of us are eager to get back to “normal.” Understandable, but not so fast. As Churchill once advised: Never let a good crisis go to waste. Sure, plenty of people …