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Week of 05.29.20

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  • Would you ride your bike, on the same hill for 8, 9 or more hours, trying to climb the equivalent of Mount Everest? Enter Everesting
  • Staying informed is important, but do you have to watch the news all the time? I think this video explains the main reasons why I'm not watching and following the news as much as I used to do.
  • Talking To Strangers. The tragic events that led to the death of George Floyd recently made me think of a Malcolm Gladwell book that I read several months ago. In his book, Gladwell talks about several cases in history where things go wrong when we talk to strangers. I found it really insightful 
  • Do you like adventuring by yourself? IF not, here are 5 great reasons why you should consider going out and exploring on your own (especially in times when social distancing is so common). Reasons 2 and 5 are so spot on!

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Week of 05.11.20

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  • Coronavirus and potential long-term effects. With some businesses starting to re-open, it's tempting to let your guard down. Doctors advice: be careful and smart: recovering from cover-19 might have lifelong effects.
  • Going grocery shopping and want to try going vegan for a while? ​Here's a thorough grocery list for a plant-based diet​.
  • A simple and tasty way to cook a chicken breast. Just in case you think that chicken breasts are boring. Check out this simple advice
  • It's OK to be scared. Just don't be afraid. ​Cool short video on finding courage, being prepared and more​.
  • Choosing To Live. A beautiful (and sad) short film to remind you that live is short and precious. Live more!​​

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Week of 04.27.20

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  • Are you familiar with Stoicism? Here are some of their most important ideas and how you can put them into practice. My favorite principles are probably "Memento Mori" and "Amor Fati"
  • Need a little motivation for your next rail run? Check out this rad video of the best ultra runner in the world (yes, Kilian) killing it in a race. My favorite part? around minute 5:00..that crowd!!
  • Here's some unsolicited advice from Kevin Kelly (entrepreneur and author of 1000 true-fans, one of my favorite reads). 68 bits of advice on his 68th birthday.
  • What happens when you miss riding your bike, and can't go outdoors because you are quarantined? You do this .​
  • How the fastest runners in the world do their his long runs. interesting video that shows how some of the best marathon runners in the world(including Eliud Kipchoge - fastest marathon runner ever) approach their group long runs. You can learn tons when running with other people (even if you don't usually talk to each other while running)

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