The Balance of Stress–the Good and The Bad
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The Balance of Stress–the Good and The Bad

Stress often carries a negative connotation, and we are frequently warned about its detrimental effects on our health. However, there is more to the story of stress, and we think that it needs some attention. So, today we’ll look at the theory behind stress, and focus a bit on the positive sides of stress.

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Cultivating and Growing Resilience
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Cultivating and Growing Resilience

The best time to plant a tree was 25 years ago, but the second-best time is today—so, here’s the Coffee Talkers 7-step guide for building a more competent and resilient being through daily habits.

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Grounding
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Grounding

An expanding body of research over the past several decades suggests that directly touching the Earth, a practice known as grounding, has a myriad of health benefits. But what is “grounding,” and how and why does it work?

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Integrating with Your Higher Self
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Integrating with Your Higher Self

Even if you’re not a particularly spiritual or religious person, you probably recognize when your actions are coming from a “higher place” or a “lower place.”

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The Victim Drug
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The Victim Drug

Few addictions are so alluring as “playing the victim.” This is especially true if you have the perfect setup: Someone or some institution or some natural disaster has done you wrong–real wrong. You have a whole angry mob of supporters behind you wagging their fingers at the perpetrator–they want blood

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The Power of Consistency—Just Show Up!
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The Power of Consistency—Just Show Up!

Consistency is the cornerstone of success in any endeavor. It's not just about talent or intelligence—it's about showing up, doing the work, and being consistent, day in and day out.

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All We Leave Behind is the Next Generation
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All We Leave Behind is the Next Generation

The opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of future generations should be a source of hope and optimism. By prioritizing the health and well-being of our children and young adults, we are sowing the seeds for a brighter, healthier future.

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Overcoming Resistance in Our Fitness Journey
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Overcoming Resistance in Our Fitness Journey

In the realm of self-help literature, few books resonate as deeply as Steven Pressfield's "The War of Art." At its core, Pressfield's seminal work explores the concept of Resistance—the invisible force that stands between us and our creative endeavors.

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Walk the Line: Walking as a Catalyst for Clear Thinking
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Walk the Line: Walking as a Catalyst for Clear Thinking

Last week, we explored the physical and mental health benefits of walking—emphasizing its accessibility and versatility as a form of exercise. Today, we want to delve deeper into the cognitive benefits of walking, highlighting its role as a powerful tool for promoting clear thinking, calmness of mind, and problem-solving abilities.

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The Only Way Out is Through
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The Only Way Out is Through

Life is a journey filled with twists, turns, and unexpected challenges. In moments of difficulty, it's natural to seek shortcuts or detours to avoid discomfort. However, there's a timeless axiom that rings true in the face of adversity—and it goes something like "The only way out is through."

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Poorly Wrapped Gifts
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Poorly Wrapped Gifts

The concept of a poorly wrapped gift is something that keeps circling back into both of our lives here at Coaching and Coffee Talks. The idea is that something may happen in your life that seems very far from a gift initially–but over time you realize that it has become a poorly wrapped gift. The experience has borne fruit. You’ve learned something–usually about yourself.

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Where Quantum Science and Spirituality Meet
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Where Quantum Science and Spirituality Meet

It’s quite possible you don’t have the time to listen to 30 audiobooks about science and spirituality, studying how they correlate, so I’ve done it for you.

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Doing CrossFit Right
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Doing CrossFit Right

So, here’s the coffee talker’s new approach to doing CrossFit right.

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Death Meditations
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Death Meditations

Somewhere deep inside we know death is coming for us and everyone we love, but the unspoken human rule is to distract ourselves by any means necessary from facing the idea head-on.

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What Are You Willing to Suffer For?
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What Are You Willing to Suffer For?

How do we determine which goals are truly honorable? What merits our precious attention and time, especially when happiness alone doesn't seem to be the ultimate compass?

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The Silent Architects of a Good Life
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The Silent Architects of a Good Life

Today we want to shift our focus from the internal to the external and highlight a crucial aspect often overlooked in our pursuit of growth—the influence of our social surroundings.

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