In this deeply researched, clinically grounded essay, I explore a groundbreaking new study that used MRI imaging to examine the brains of healthcare workers working more than 52 hours a week. The results? Structural changes in 17 key brain regions, including those responsible for memory, emotional regulation, decision-making, and attention.... Read More
mental health
Fractals and a Quiet Mind
“Photography is the story I fail to put into words.” — Destin Sparks.... Read More
Why I Just Poured Ice on My Head Again
Ten years ago, I poured a bucket of ice on my head and accidentally helped raise $115 million. This week, I did it again—but not for ALS. This time, it’s... Read More
This Diet Helps Many With Depression
What the evidence supports:
Plenty of fruits and vegetables (especially leafy greens and berries)
Whole grains instead of refined carbohydrates
Legumes, nuts, and seeds for fiber and minerals
Fatty fish like salmon or sardines, for omega-3s
Olive oil as a primary fat source
Limit ultra-processed foods, sugary snacks, fried items, and soft drinks... Read More
Night Owls: Depression Risk Revealed
In Denmark, a person who stays up late is a “B-person,” in contrast to an early riser or “A-person?”... Read More
My Reflections at Year’s End
In the 1950s, philosopher Jean-Paul Sartre categorized the pursuit of happiness into three distinct approaches: 1) Having; 2) Doing; and 3) Being.... Read More
