You might have noticed I switched things up around here – gone is the black background and in its place is bright white. I know some of you preferred the darker look, but sometimes you’ve gotta shake things up to keep it interesting. Truth is, I was just getting a little bored with all that … Read More “New Threads, Same Game – Why I Switched Up the Style” »
Category: Unwinding After Work
Well it’s been a few months since my last post. I know I know, you guys must have been sitting on the edge of your seats waiting to hear more relaxation wisdom from your good pal Dan! Truth is, things have been real busy around here, so every free moment has been spent on the … Read More “Still Here – Who Cares How Many Read Anyway?” »
I ain’t got time for nonsense so I’ll cut right to the chase – if you want to soak the tension away, grab yourself some Epsom salts and run a hot bath. That’s it, nothing fancy. Forget all those relaxing bath bombs or scented candles, all you need is plain ol’ Epsom salts to do … Read More “Soak the Tension Away” »
Nothing will run the batteries down faster than a busy mind at bedtime. Day in, day out we fill our heads with thoughts about what’s coming next and what we should have done differently. It’s no wonder so many people lie awake wrestling with all that mental noise. The best thing I’ve found to shut … Read More “Wind Down with a Walk” »
This time of year we’ve got pumpkins everywhere right? But who has time for all that carvin’ nonsense when football’s on tv? Well I’m tellin’ ya, just DECORATE the dang things instead! Here’s what you do – grab yourself some paint, googly eyes, whatever crap you find laying around. Then just go to town on … Read More “Pumpkins Without the Carving Crises” »
Sometimes ya just gotta admit when you’re beat. Nothin’ wrong with takin’ the easy way out every once in a while. Keeping it simple in the kitchen! If you’re feelin’ fried after a long day and the thought of cookin’ is makin’ you break out in a sweat, don’t be afraid to grab some pre-made … Read More “Keep it Simple in the Kitchen” »
Listen up folks! Time for some no-nonsense advice about unwinding before bedtime. I know a lot of ya’ll think you gotta do some deep breathing or yoga poses or download another meditation app to relax. But sometimes the best thing is just zoning out in front of the tube or your phone for a little … Read More “Keep Scrolling if it Chills You Out” »
Gotta keep this brief as I know your time is valuable. Being stuck inside all day is no way to relax. That’s why I’m always pushin’ these bodyweight circuits – simple, effective moves you can knock out right in your living room. Don’t give me any of that “who’s got time” noise either. We all … Read More “Kill Two Birds with One Stone Workout” »
Listen up you lot, sounds like some of you are having a real problem with the bosses lately. Feeling disrespected, taken advantage of, all that madness. Well let me tell ya, as someone who’s been there – losing your cool will only make it worse. Believe me, nothing sounds better in the moment than tearing … Read More “Keep Your Cool – Dealing with difficult bosses without losing it” »