Recently I’ve been reflecting on my three-decade journey as a weightlifter. What I think many people don’t realize is that lifting is more than physical exercise; it’s a spiritual endeavor. For me, the gym is a sanctuary, akin to worshipping in a church. My workout routine is both meditative and soul nourishing. These reflections inspired me to create a short film titled The Sculptor’s Dream as a meditation on the spiritual and artistic elements of weight training.

History has shown that when community bonds dissolve, authoritarian figures consolidate power. Is violence our only solution?

A recent conversation sent me spiraling to a very dark place. In this confession, I talk about what it taught me and how I found my way out.

From soaring temperatures to wars, the world is struggling. We examine how we got here and our ability to impact these global problems.