The Richard Fast Blog

Every decision is a chance to rewrite your story.

We may never know why we’re here, but while we are, we owe ourselves one thing: to be as happy as possible. Happiness comes from the decisions we make.  This blog is about exploring fresh ideas and perspectives so you can take more control – and maybe add a little more happiness to your life’s journey.

When Bean Counters Kill the Golden Goose: A Pool Company Parable

Beyond the Burn: Why Physical Activity Fails in Weight Loss

Trouble Losing Weight? Perhaps You’ve Been “Conditioned” to ACCEPT the UNACCEPTABLE!

A Timeless Technique to Work Less and Achieve More!

Can’t Lose Weight? It’s Because You’re Being Programmed!

If You Could Choose a Lifetime of Health, Wealth and Happiness… Would You?

My Holiday Heart Attack! A SURPRISE that Shouldn’t Have Happened

Long-Buried Childhood Trauma and Stress. Surprising Stories of Discovery, Healing, and Redemption

The Great Irony of Dieting and Weight Loss

How to Manage Email So That It’s NOT Managing You (6/15)