Defeating social anxiety a little at a time - 6 years later

In 2002, (as social anxiety tightened its grip on every aspect of my life) I quit my high paying, corporate job out of desperation. It wasn’t a decision that I made lightly – after all, this was my career and my livelihood. I was employed by that company for 4 years. Once the deed was [...]

Does Dieting Make You Fat?

In an intriguing Letter to the Editor in the British Journal of Nutrition, G. Cannon pointed out that in some scientific literature there are reports that would indicate that those who diet may lose weight in the short term, but over time they usually gain back any weight lost and often end up weighing more than they did before starting the diet regime

Source: http://www.medicinalfoodnews.com/vol09/issue2005/dieting

A friendly attitude can go a long way

Society operates according to its own rules when it comes to social interaction. Regardless of how we would like things to function, we, nevertheless, must tailor our approach according to a protocol that has been thousands of years in the making.
And what if we don’t conform? Well, I’ve personally tried the rebel approach and did [...]

What to Do With Eggplants

Many of us have walked along the vegetable aisle of the grocery store and seen fruits and vegetables that...well, we were afraid to ask about. Eggplants probably fall into that category.

Source: http://www.medicinalfoodnews.com/vol09/issue2005/eggplant

Social anxiety, conversation, and listening skills

A big part of being a good conversationalist is the ability to listen. Being tuned in to what other people are saying is essential for good two-way communication. People know when they have your undivided attention…or not.

Does Dieting Make You Fat?

In an intriguing Letter to the Editor in the British Journal of Nutrition, G. Cannon pointed out that in some scientific literature there are reports that would indicate that those who diet may lose weight in the short term, but over time they usually gain back any weight lost and often end up weighing more than they did before starting the diet regime

Source: http://www.medicinalfoodnews.com/vol09/issue2005/dieting

Socializing - you must make an effort

Socializing is hard work – at least it is for a guy like me. Perhaps, one day, as I gain more experience, it won’t seem so daunting. But for now, each and every social encounter takes a tremendous effort. Yet, where would I be if I didn’t try?
Without making an effort, I’d never make [...]