fact or fiction
Is it a fact or is it merely fiction? Fact or Fiction explores the lesser known truths in the health and wellness world of Longevity.
Do Hard Things if You Want an Easy Life: The Paradox of Modern Success
Have you ever looked at someone who seems to have it all together—the great career, the calm demeanor, the time for hobbies—and wondered, "What's their secret?" It often feels like they were just born lucky or found a shortcut the rest of us missed.
By Epic Vibes5 months ago in Longevity
The One Silent Habit More Dangerous Than Smoking, Says a 102-Year-Old Doctor (And How to Break It)
You take care of yourself. You might choose a salad over fast food, opt for a mocktail at happy hour, and even hit the gym a few times a week. We all know the usual suspects when it comes to health risks: smoking, excessive drinking, a poor diet.
By Epic Vibes5 months ago in Longevity
The Psychophysiological Stressor We Think We Have Mastered... But Probably Are Doing Completely Wrong
We Do it 7.5 Million Times Per Year on Average. It Impacts Nearly Every Part of Our Lives. In Fact... You would likely Die within 6 Minutes if You Did Not Do It.
By Dr. Cody Dakota Wooten, DFM, DHM, DAS (hc)5 months ago in Longevity
Your First Pair of Custom Orthotics: 7 Things You Absolutely Need to Know. AI-Generated.
You’ve finally done it. After months, maybe even years, of battling nagging foot pain, you’ve taken the leap and invested in a pair of true custom orthotics. You've moved beyond the flimsy gel inserts and decided to address the root cause of your discomfort. It's an exciting step towards a more active, pain-free life.
By Fits Perfect: Custom Orthotics5 months ago in Longevity
The Art of Micro-Pauses: Finding Stillness Between Daily Tasks
We often think of meditation as something reserved for a cushion, a quiet room, or a long stretch of uninterrupted time. But life rarely gives us those perfect conditions. Deadlines, family responsibilities, constant notifications, and the endless rhythm of “what’s next?” leave us believing that presence can only happen later, once the to-do list is finished. The truth, however, is that stillness is available in the smallest slices of time—what we might call micro-pauses.
By Victoria Marse5 months ago in Longevity
Anchoring in Breath: Turning Inhalation and Exhalation into Mindfulness Tools
The breath is the most ordinary rhythm of life, yet also the most extraordinary. It is with us from the moment we are born until the final exhale, often unnoticed in between. And yet, when we choose to pay attention, the breath becomes more than a biological function—it becomes a steady anchor, a tool of mindfulness, and a pathway to calm.
By Black Mark5 months ago in Longevity
Belly Wisdom: Returning to the Body’s Center of Calm
In a world that constantly pulls us into the noise of our thoughts, it is easy to forget that wisdom doesn’t only reside in the mind. Ancient traditions across cultures—from Taoist practices to yogic philosophy—have pointed to the belly as a center of energy, stability, and calm. Modern science is catching up, revealing that the gut is not just an organ of digestion but a second brain, filled with neurons and deeply tied to our emotional well-being.
By Marina Gomez5 months ago in Longevity
Custom Orthotics vs. Over-the-Counter Insoles: A Guide to What’s Right for Your Feet. AI-Generated.
Walk into any pharmacy or supermarket, and you’ll be greeted by an entire aisle dedicated to foot care. It’s a colorful wall of gel inserts, foam cushions, and "arch supports" all promising instant relief from foot pain. For many, this is the first and only stop in their search for comfort. But on the other end of the spectrum lies the medical-grade solution: custom orthotics.
By Fits Perfect: Custom Orthotics6 months ago in Longevity
5 Myths About Custom Orthotics You Probably Believe. AI-Generated.
Foot pain is a near-universal experience. Whether it's the dull ache after a long day on your feet, the sharp sting of plantar fasciitis in the morning, or the nagging soreness from a weekend run, most of us have been there. In our search for relief, we’re faced with a confusing wall of options: squishy gel inserts, self-service kiosks at the mall, and medical-grade devices from a doctor.
By Fits Perfect: Custom Orthotics6 months ago in Longevity
The Echo of Now: Tracing Awareness Through Shifting Moments
In our fast-paced lives, we often experience time as a blur. Tasks, notifications, and obligations sweep past in a continuous current, leaving little room for awareness. Yet, embedded within every fleeting instant is a doorway to presence—a chance to trace consciousness as it moves through the body, mind, and surroundings. Mindfulness practice invites us to follow these subtle shifts, noticing the echo of each moment before it dissolves into the next.
By Victoria Marse6 months ago in Longevity
Mapping Emotion: Where Feelings Live in the Body
Emotions are not abstract phenomena floating somewhere in the mind—they are deeply embodied experiences. Anxiety tightens the chest, sadness weighs on the shoulders, anger churns in the stomach. Yet many of us go through life disconnected from these bodily signals, labeling emotions mentally while missing the subtle ways they are stored and expressed in the body. Learning to map emotion in the body is a foundational skill in mindfulness and somatic practices, opening the door to self-awareness, regulation, and emotional resilience.
By Black Mark6 months ago in Longevity
Somatic Rituals: Everyday Acts as Portals to Mindfulness
In a world that prizes speed, productivity, and multitasking, it’s easy to overlook the subtle rhythms of the body. Yet the body is always speaking—through tension, ease, gestures, posture, and breath. Somatic awareness, the practice of tuning into these bodily signals, can transform ordinary actions into portals to mindfulness. By engaging fully with simple rituals, we shift from autopilot to presence, discovering that life unfolds more richly when experienced through the body.
By Marina Gomez6 months ago in Longevity
