Barefooting it

Brought to you in the glory of HD video – today’s Stoic challenge was one of Seneca’s favourites and a classic in voluntary discomfort. We went for a barefoot walk. This challenge offers discomfort for the sake of being better able to endure discomfort. We brought along a split view camera to provide commentary throughout. … Continue reading Barefooting it

Sick day

Our Stoic challenge this week is… having the flu!  Both Greg and I are under the weather today, so we haven’t had to come up with a particularly creative voluntary discomfort as nature has handed us this one on a platter. Nonetheless, being sick certainly makes you appreciate being healthy. We don’t recommend trying this … Continue reading Sick day

Hanger Management

Today we’re having a hazy, hangry Sunday, as we’ve embarked upon a 24 hour fast. That means we started fasting after dinner last night, and are restricting ourselves to only drinking water until we cross the 24 hour mark this evening. 8:00 AM – This is going to be fun! 11:00 AM – Atypical bickering begins … Continue reading Hanger Management