The Most Powerful Drug: Belonging

We’ve been watching Adolescence, and it’s one of those shows that really makes you think, especially as a parent.

I’m deeply involved in social media—it’s how I build real community, make a living, and even unwind. From the very beginning, I recognized that social media could be a powerful tool if used with intention. But I’ve also witnessed its harm, particularly for adults, because, much like with our kids, it often triggers deep-rooted issues around belonging. While many point to social media as the main cause of the mental health crisis—and yes, it’s a major factor—it’s really just a symptom of a much larger issue. Phones, tablets, and devices are part of the problem, too. As parents, we sometimes hand them over as a quick fix to maintain peace. But at its core, the real issue is the universal human need for belonging.

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Markets Update

Woah.  Last week was a doozy, this week could very well be a doozy… again.  President Trump’s long awaited tariff plan was announced last Wednesday.  Here is the crash course:  10% baseline tariff on all imports, with additional reciprocal tariffs being applied on 60 nations.  More importantly, the plan included a 34% tariff on China, 32% on Taiwan, 46% on Vietnam, and 20% on all European Union nations.  This was not the baseline expectation.  In fact, the interpretation on the Trump press conference Wednesday afternoon quickly pointed to a worst-case-scenario relative to what the market was anticipating, which could be described as more nuanced / measured / less drastic.  Markets got smoked.  Let’s stretch on what that means.

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The Calorie Label Lie: What the FDA Really Allows (and Why It Matters If You’re Overeating)

If you’re someone who tracks your food, counts calories, or even just tries to stay somewhat mindful of what you eat, you’ve probably glanced at a nutrition label and trusted the numbers. After all, it’s regulated by the FDA, right?

Well, here’s the kicker most people don’t know: the calorie count on a food label can legally be off by up to 20%—and still be considered accurate.

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Interview with Jay Siano

Co-Founder + CEO of SABRE

E-commerce is here to stay however if you’re not blending online and offline, you’re already behind. Retailers have to level up with omnichannel strategies, no question. But here’s the kicker: there’s a massive push for service-based businesses that can't be replaced online. My firm SABRE is continuing to crush it in the wellness space, leading the charge with expansion strategies for clients like [solidcore], SWTZHZ, and Pura Vida.

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