by Stephan Neff | May 28, 2024 | Mental Health, Sobriety
Background – did you know? Approximately 8% of human DNA comprises genetic sequences inherited from ancient viruses. These sequences, known as human endogenous retroviruses (HERVs), date back hundreds of thousands to millions of years, with some predating the...
by Stephan Neff | May 13, 2024 | Active Lifestyle, Learn, Mental Health, Nutrition, Sleep, Sobriety, Stress Reduction, Weight Loss
I am a Failure! Today, I weigh 127.5 kg and am 188 cm tall. My BMI is 36.1, which puts me into Obese Class 2. My immediate reaction is that of disgust. What a fat excuse of a man am I? On the wrong side of 50, out of shape, a disgrace. Like many others, I...
by Stephan Neff | May 13, 2024 | Hydration, Learn, Mental Health, Nutrition, Sobriety, Stress Reduction, Weight Loss
When we talk about alcohol, we are really describing the effects of ethanol, a small molecule that has such a powerful impact on our bodies. The chemical formula for ethanol has only two carbon atoms, six hydrogen atoms, and one oxygen atom. It is a tiny powerhouse...
by Stephan Neff | May 13, 2024 | Learn, Mental Health, Stress Reduction
For the last 20 years, I have taught doctors and nurses advanced life support skills. This is adult teaching at its finest. Remember, all the course participants have come a long way to be in the professional situation they are in right now. In general terms, they...
by Stephan Neff | May 13, 2024 | Emotional Intelligence, Mental Health
One Of My Biggest Failures One of the darkest parts of my life was when my second son was born. My gorgeous wife and I had emigrated to Australia where the little munchkin took his first breath on Earth. However, what followed was not exactly the romantic and...
by Stephan Neff | May 13, 2024 | Mental Health, Sobriety
“Recovery didn’t open the gates of heaven and let me in. Recovery opened the gates of hell and let me out!” Anon To a degree, I was truly blessed. My life had been chaotic and full of trauma. I perfected all the wrong coping mechanisms which allowed me to be highly...
by Stephan Neff | Jan 7, 2024 | Be Curious, Be Unstoppable, Create Habits, Emotional Intelligence, Find Purpose, Maintain Relationships, Mental Health, Mindfulness, Resilience
We all have dreams. Whether it’s landing that perfect job, traveling the world, or simply feeling content with where we are in life, we can all agree that we have things we want to achieve. But then, there’s that pesky feeling—the one that says, I’ll never make it....
by Stephan Neff | Dec 26, 2023 | Mental Health, Nutrition, Weight Loss
The human gut microbiome, a complex and diverse community of microorganisms residing in the gastrointestinal tract, plays a crucial role in maintaining health and influencing various physiological functions. Here is a detailed list of some of the key functions of the...
by Stephan Neff | Dec 26, 2023 | Mental Health, Nutrition, Uncategorized, Weight Loss
The human gut microbiome is an incredibly diverse and dynamic community of microorganisms that inhabit the gastrointestinal tract, playing a crucial role in various aspects of human health. Comprising trillions of microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, fungi,...
by Stephan Neff | Dec 26, 2023 | Learn, Mental Health, Sobriety
Recovery is neither rare nor random—with the right kind of support, it can even be expected.Having gone through superb rehab and appropriate aftercare, I have to agree 100%.But what is the right kind of support? How can you find the answer to this question?Welcome to...
