Four Pillar Friday

Four Pillar Friday
Your weekly guide to thriving in every aspect of life—Physical, Mental, Spiritual, and Financial Wellness.

This Week’s Quote:
“Time and health are two precious assets that we don’t recognize and appreciate until they have been depleted.” — Denis Waitley

Physical Wellness

This week’s Huberman Lab podcast episode dives into strategies to enhance alertness, improve sleep, and optimize physical performance. Dr. Andrew Huberman discusses the best times for exercise, eating, and light exposure, along with how to adjust body temperature to regulate your nervous system. These insights perfectly align with our focus on physical wellness, offering practical tools to boost your energy and health.

Mental Wellness

Reconnecting with old friends can feel daunting, but it’s deeply rewarding. This Scientific American article explores the psychology of reconnection and provides actionable tips to rebuild meaningful relationships. Overcome awkwardness, find the right moment, and strengthen bonds to enhance your emotional well-being.

Financial Wellness

Wise words from Michael Baker in his recent blog post:
“Wealth isn’t the goal—it’s the tool. A life well-lived is about using your resources to pursue what truly matters: joy, legacy, and fulfillment. It’s not just about numbers; it’s about aligning your finances with your purpose. Reflect, adapt, and stay intentional. Live richly, not just successfully.”

Let this inspire you to focus on the journey, not just the destination. What does a life well-lived mean to you?

Spiritual Wellness

Sebastian Junger, a former war reporter, faced his closest brush with death at home in 2020, surviving a ruptured aneurysm. This experience led him to explore mortality and what happens after we die. In In My Time of Dying, Junger blends personal narrative, medical drama, and philosophical inquiry to confront life’s ultimate questions and the mysteries of the unknown.

Stay Connected:
How are you integrating the four pillars into your life this week? We would love to hear from  you.

Here’s to Living Richly,
The Journey Team.