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From the October 26, 2021 issue of Further If you’re like me and 42% of American adults, one of the pandemic’s many downsides was “unwanted weight gain.” (Damn you, Great British Baking Show!) Given that obesity is a top risk factor for severe COVID-19 and takes a toll on healthspan, I finally got a grip …
From the October 19, 2021 issue of Further Since the dawn of time, humans’ core purpose has been to survive and thrive by collaborating and cooperating with others. In today’s world, that’s complicated. From conflicting politics to complex issues like global warming, economic and social inequity, and social media’s “compare and despair” culture, making meaningful …
From the October 12, 2021 issue of Further Nowadays, it seems everyone is talking about anxiety, from agoraphobia and social anxiety to eco-anxiety and “coronophobia.” Of course, it doesn’t take an impending apocalypse to trigger an anxiety disorder. The Anxiety and Depression Association of America reports 40 million American adults are affected by this common …
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 …