Hello, I’ve been thinking about buying a walking pad and a sit stand desk but I’m worried it might end up being something I use for a month and then forget about. Thanks for sharing your insights.

I would love to know what is your go to form of exercise? Exercise that keep your body & mind healthy whilst you build your business 🏋️‍♂️🏃🏊

Big fan of burning incense while working (and so my place smells nice). Recently, I've been shown a few articles suggesting that burning incense isn't as harmless as users initially thought. Should i look at alternatives or is the statistical significance minute?

Unfortunately we cant avoid stress but we can improve : - tolerance - management  - how quickly we shift down gears 1 Panoramic Vision When I am feeling very stressed out I try to view the horizon or something in the far distance Prolonged focal vision is associated with alertness (stress) Panoramic vision activates calmness 2 Get Into Optic Flow Take a 5-20min walk Ideally without phone or not using it Walking puts us in optic flow : visual images passing us by This is associated with our eyes producing sustained panoramic vision 3 Exhale Emphasised Deep Breathing Step 1 : Take a 2sec deep breath in through nose + add a second inhale on top of first inhale Step 2 : Exhale fully through mouth for 6sec Step : Repeat 3-5 times Physiological sighs activates our calmness systems in real time Dr. Adam Gazzaley and Dr. Larry Rosen have explored how panoramic vision, using wide expansive views can help reduce stress. Their research suggests that when individuals shift their focus from narrow, screen-based activities to a broader, panoramic view, it can help alleviate stress and improve overall well-being. This concept leverages the idea that engaging with natural, wide-angle scenes can provide a sense of calm and relaxation, as opposed to the often stress-inducing, narrow focus required by modern digital screens. Key points of their research include: Engagement with Nature: Viewing natural, wide-ranging landscapes can activate the parasympathetic nervous system, which is responsible for rest and relaxation. This contrasts with the sympathetic nervous system, which is associated with the "fight or flight" response and is often triggered by focused, stressful tasks. Attention Restoration: Panoramic views can help restore attention and reduce mental fatigue. The immersive and expansive nature of such views allows the brain to relax and recover from the intense concentration required by focused tasks. Reduction of Digital Stress: Constant interaction with digital screens can lead to stress and cognitive overload. By taking breaks and shifting focus to expansive, panoramic views, individuals can mitigate the negative effects of prolonged screen time.

Find out how to become more resilient below : Chronic stress will significantly deplete you both physically and mentally. Negatively impacting your immune system, destroying cardiovascular health and contributing to high blood pressure, heart disease, and other cardiovascular problems. Stress hormones can increase heart rate and constrict blood vessels, raising the risk of heart attacks and strokes. Further negative impact happens at the digestive system, destruction of sleep quality, weight and fat gain especially around the belly and hips. Finally leading to mental health disorders, memory and cognitive function decline, accelerated aging and musculoskeletal issues. Building resilience through strength training, optimal nutrition and positive sleep hygiene will help you tolerate more stress and function at a high level. This will only work however, if your baseline is one where you are holding yourself to the highest standards when it comes to training, nutrition and recovery(sleep). Strength training, particularly when performed consistently, can help build resilience to stress in several ways: Hormonal Regulation: Strength training can positively impact hormone levels in the body. While acute stress triggers the release of cortisol, a hormone associated with the body's "fight or flight" response, regular strength training can help regulate cortisol levels over time. This can lead to a more balanced stress response and reduce the negative effects of chronic stress. Endorphin Release: Strength training, like other forms of exercise, stimulates the release of endorphins, which are neurotransmitters that act as natural painkillers and mood elevators. Endorphins promote feelings of well-being and can help combat the symptoms of stress, such as anxiety and depression. Improved Sleep: Regular exercise, including strength training, has been shown to improve sleep quality and duration. Adequate sleep is crucial for managing stress effectively, as it allows the body to recover and recharge. By promoting better sleep, strength training can enhance resilience to stress and improve overall well-being.