Field Notes / The Good Life
Long Hockey Night: When Fatigue Disappears
Number 15, late-night game, 63 years old — showed up exhausted, left feeling reborn. This is what hidden reserves look like when you give your body the right stimulus instead of the couch. It’s 7 PM. I’ve just finished a long, exhausting...
Brain Power & Learning
Mind Training and Longevity: Why Mental Performance Matters After 40
Daily chess at 63 — not just a game, but a deliberate practice for cognitive engagement, pattern recognition, and mental resilience. This is what mental training looks like in real life. Most people over 40 obsess about physical training—what exercises to do,...
Brain Power & Learning
Recovery After 40: Why Rest Makes You Stronger
Rest day at the water — fishing isn’t doing nothing, it’s changing everything. A complete mental reset that lets the body recover while keeping the mind present and engaged. Most people misunderstand recovery. They think recovery means doing nothing. Lying on the...