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Re: Using Social Tools to Be More Social

Sacha Cohen — Tue, 12 Feb 2008 19:54:24 -0000

I love the convergence of online and F2F networking, whether strictly social, professional, or a combination of the two. However, I do find it amusing when someone adds me as a Facebook or LinkedIn friend and then barely recognizes me when we meet F2F.

So, my one piece of advice would be: Take the time to get to know people in the flesh as well as online--don't let a robust online network take the place of real, meaningful F2F connections.

Re: The Superfood that is Rooibos Tea

Sacha Cohen — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 22:56:37 -0000

This is my all time favorite tea, although I still don't know how to pronounce it. I love it with vanilla soy milk and a touch of honey.

Great site, btw!!!

Re: Cravings Don’t Make You Fat

Sacha Cohen — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 14:50:19 -0000

I try to follow the fresher the better food philosophy. The more I eliminate processed foods, the better I feel. It's really quite simple yet so many people are struggling to do this. It takes patience, especially at the supermarket, where it's easy to load up on processed food that is full of high-fructose corn syrup, fillers, additives, salt, etc. My guidelines are as follows:

1. Buy organic and local when possible but don't beat yourself up if you can't. Not everyone can afford to shop at Whole Foods all the time. Just do what you can.
2. Read labels--skip anything with HFCS or other added sugar derivatives
3. Try to move as much as possible but don't become obsessive. Working out won't do a damn bit of good if you don't eat well and if you constantly feel guilty for not working out enough.
4. Practice yoga and meditation regularly. There's something powerful about the way that yoga gets your body moving and calms the mind. It's more than any session on the elliptical trainer will do.
5. Do your best but don't go overboard. It's really all about moderation and making smart choices. Occasionally, I'll eliminate alcohol or sweets from my diet for a while but I'm not into denying myself completely. A glass of wine a few times of week, dark chocolate, something baked from scratch--those things make life worth living.