Boredom, Daydreaming & Meditation
The Plugged & Unplugged Mind: What happens to our mind when we stay focused/”plugged” into our electronic devices, doom-scrolling and gaming for hours every day until bedtime? I explore this question from a scientific perspective, comparing it to the “unplugged” states of boredom, daydreaming, and meditation. Finally, the post suggests a brain exercise with reasons to move into the unplugged state each day, as if you were going to a gym to exercise.
The Plugged & Unplugged Mind: What happens to our mind when we stay focused/”plugged” into our electronic devices, doom-scrolling and gaming for hours every day until bedtime? I explore this question from a scientific perspective, comparing it to the “unplugged” states of boredom, daydreaming, and meditation. Finally, the post suggests a brain exercise with reasons to move into the unplugged state each day, as if you were going to a gym to exercise.
Seed Oils…good or bad? You decide!
It All Begins Here
If you ask anyone, “Are seed oils healthy?”, you will hear a litany of opinions and partial truths. To say there is a lack of consensus on this topic is an understatement. On my Substack, I cover seed oils in over eight posts. I explore both well-understood and less well-understood areas regarding the potential impact of seed oils on our health, and provide key information you can use to make your own decision.
At the end, I share my personal opinion on this research (sorry, but I cannot help myself!); and end with five key takeaways for your consideration in forming your own opinions that include:
Seed Oils, 65 years in the making | Role of Fat & Cholesterol | Nutritional Value | Ecosystem & Global Markets | Knowns & Unknowns in each Bottle.
Please join me on my Substack, Navi-Guessing the Science of Health & Wellness, to read the full post, and let me know your thoughts on edible seed oils.
Small Steps Create Big Shifts
It All Begins Here
Confidence doesn’t always arrive with a bold entrance. Sometimes, it builds quietly, step by step, as we show up for ourselves day after day. It grows when we choose to try, even when we’re unsure of the outcome. Every time you take action despite self-doubt, you reinforce the belief that you’re capable. Confidence isn’t about having all the answers — it’s about trusting that you can figure it out along the way.
The key to making things happen isn’t waiting for the perfect moment; it’s starting with what you have, where you are. Big goals can feel overwhelming when viewed all at once, but momentum builds through small, consistent action. Whether you’re working toward a personal milestone or a professional dream, progress comes from showing up — not perfectly, but persistently. Action creates clarity, and over time, those steps forward add up to something real.
You don’t need to be fearless to reach your goals, you just need to be willing. Willing to try, willing to learn, and willing to believe that you’re capable of more than you know. The road may not always be smooth, but growth rarely is. What matters most is that you keep going, keep learning, and keep believing in the version of yourself you’re becoming.
Turn Intention Into Action
It All Begins Here
Confidence doesn’t always arrive with a bold entrance. Sometimes, it builds quietly, step by step, as we show up for ourselves day after day. It grows when we choose to try, even when we’re unsure of the outcome. Every time you take action despite self-doubt, you reinforce the belief that you’re capable. Confidence isn’t about having all the answers — it’s about trusting that you can figure it out along the way.
The key to making things happen isn’t waiting for the perfect moment; it’s starting with what you have, where you are. Big goals can feel overwhelming when viewed all at once, but momentum builds through small, consistent action. Whether you’re working toward a personal milestone or a professional dream, progress comes from showing up — not perfectly, but persistently. Action creates clarity, and over time, those steps forward add up to something real.
You don’t need to be fearless to reach your goals, you just need to be willing. Willing to try, willing to learn, and willing to believe that you’re capable of more than you know. The road may not always be smooth, but growth rarely is. What matters most is that you keep going, keep learning, and keep believing in the version of yourself you’re becoming.
Make Room for Growth
It All Begins Here
Confidence doesn’t always arrive with a bold entrance. Sometimes, it builds quietly, step by step, as we show up for ourselves day after day. It grows when we choose to try, even when we’re unsure of the outcome. Every time you take action despite self-doubt, you reinforce the belief that you’re capable. Confidence isn’t about having all the answers — it’s about trusting that you can figure it out along the way.
The key to making things happen isn’t waiting for the perfect moment; it’s starting with what you have, where you are. Big goals can feel overwhelming when viewed all at once, but momentum builds through small, consistent action. Whether you’re working toward a personal milestone or a professional dream, progress comes from showing up — not perfectly, but persistently. Action creates clarity, and over time, those steps forward add up to something real.
You don’t need to be fearless to reach your goals, you just need to be willing. Willing to try, willing to learn, and willing to believe that you’re capable of more than you know. The road may not always be smooth, but growth rarely is. What matters most is that you keep going, keep learning, and keep believing in the version of yourself you’re becoming.