Why Run an Ultramarathon?

Updated: June 21, 2022 This is a question I have been asked several times. It seems distant for many to run for many hours straight. It felt distant for me too, not many years ago. “Why?” is a question I often ask myself. It’s a question I need to have a good answer to if I’m to undertake races like this. Knowing the “why” is crucial for accomplishing anything demanding, whether it be a larger goal in studies, career, family, or sports. ...

June 5, 2022 · 6 min

The Best Hamburger That Exists

This is not an article about hamburgers themselves, but an article about hamburgers as a metaphor for the goals we strive for and the choices we make in life.

March 3, 2021 · 8 min

5 Ways the Military Can Change Your Life

The military has unique conditions to create real change in people. Here are five ways a period in the military can impact your life. The military brings together people from all across the country and mixes them in a pot, adding predefined values and exposing them to stressful situations. I believe the result of this process is better individuals. Therefore, I argue that a term in the military would benefit nearly everyone. I will explain why. ...

February 18, 2021 · 10 min

What is the Story You Tell Yourself?

Have you ever said any of the following sentences? I am not good at school I am not an outdoors person I don’t like exercising I am not handy I am not interested in long-term relationships I just love to relax Then chances are you are telling yourself a story about who you are that holds you back from creating the best version of yourself. The good news is that you can change this story. ...

January 27, 2021 · 5 min

Learn This Difference and Simplify Your Life

An introduction to the circle of control and how you can train to gain control over your own responses. Have you ever been irritated by something someone said or did? Have you been upset over something you saw in the news, or perhaps a post on Facebook? Have you complained about the weather not being what you wanted? Have you worried about something that turned out to never happen? ...

January 21, 2021 · 7 min