Beetroots are vegetables rich in nitrates, antioxidants, and polyphenol compounds that have a role in improved cardiovascular function and exercise performance.[1] However, beetroot juice has limitations with storage and taste preference, and so other more convenient forms have been investigated. One of these forms is beetroot powder. What Is Beetroot Powder? Beetroot powder is made…
When was the last time you found yourself experiencing one of these eight characteristics while working on a project? Complete concentration on a task Clarity of goals and reward in mind and immediate feedback Transformation of time (speeding up/slowing down) Intrinsically rewarding experience Effortless and ease Balanced between challenge and skills Actions and awareness are…
Can an Orthodox Jew and a Buddhist or an atheist and a Muslim construct a life-long relationship founded on love and acceptance? Interfaith relationships are becoming more common in our interconnected world. Yet, for many, this is still a taboo subject. It’s hard to broach because faith is such a personal and communal part of…
Every now and then, we struggle to find the motivation to do anything in life. There are quick bursts of motivation, but it eventually runs out and you begin to fall behind. What I tell people who struggle with motivation is this: you can’t just focus on motivation. You need to focus on your motivation…
Some of the most manipulative people are so good at what they do that their words and actions can convince you into thinking they truly care about what’s best for you when in reality, it’s quite the opposite. The most common signs of a controlling person are rarely obvious to outside observers. And for someone…
If you are feeling increasingly absent-minded these days, don’t panic. You’re far from alone, and entertaining fears that your mind is going will only heighten your anxiety and make things worse.[1] The Covid-19 pandemic has done a number on everyone’s ability to focus. In the period spanning February through April of 2020, there was a…
Think about the last conversation you were part of. What was the context and how did you show up? Was it exploratory? Did it feel like a debate? How much time did you spend speaking versus listening? Chances are good that you had an opinion and you found a way to share it. Most of…
“Leadership is influence – nothing more, nothing less.”—John Maxwell Whether it’s leading an organization, a team, or a family, leadership all starts with being able to lead yourself successfully first. When we can lead ourselves successfully, then we can have the influence that allows us to truly lead others. It’s always an “inside job” first.…
Do you continually look for ways and means to do things better but find yourself in a shortage of ideas? As humans, we are continually evolving and looking for ways to do what we do more efficiently—to yield the same or higher output with lesser inputs in time, resources, and effort. One way to do…
When it comes to energy levels, the solution is relatively simple. Make sure you get ample sleep, exercise regularly, and have a well-balanced diet. But as much as those things are simple, performing them on a regular basis can be difficult. Worse, you could be doing these and still find energy levels draining quickly. Fortunately,…
