Nehaveigur

Category: Self-improvement

  • The Things We Worry About

    I’ve always admired the ability to overcome one’s fears and to encounter danger not just calmly, but with levity. It took me years to realize that this quality isn’t universally admired and seen as reckless or even pathological by some. I admit there may be a cost to pay for…

  • Autogenic Training

    Autogenic training is a relaxation technique similar to mindfulness meditation. I’ve tried both, and I prefer autogenic training. How does it work? You lie down comfortably and close your eyes. You then, in your mind, go through different body parts. You start with your arms and tell yourself, “My arms…

  • Travel Hesitancy

    Whenever I have to catch an early flight and get up at 4 am, I wonder, why I’m doing this to myself? Why don’t I stay home, sleep in and read a book? The dread peaks as I brush my teeth, glancing at my phone every few seconds, wondering if…

  • Minimizing Engagement

    In recent years, I’ve tried to limit my news consumption. I’d rather spend my time and attention on things where I can make a difference. I couldn’t put it any better than Dynomight does here: One of my strongest beliefs is that way too many people allow politics to play…

  • Builds Character

    If a person who has not had enough exercise attempts to backpack, then he will find the going difficult. He might think, “I sweat, I get out of breath, I’m out of shape.” But he is wrong to think the tribulation is uniquely his. Everyone sweats; everyone pants for breath.…