Thank you for reading! You know, one truth is that the same environmental variables that work for me might be detrimental to others. So I think one of the key factors is that everyone invest time and mental energy into learning about their own physiology and understanding what will improve their own lives--physically, mentally, and emotionally. You are so right that the lifestyle changes I've discovered would improve the lives of nearly everyone: high quality food, adequate rest, and activity, and environment. The trick will be finding the individual balances of those things that work in each case. I think most modern cultures have moved away from self-improvement in the form of self-care and created a focus on accomplishment rather than strong minds and bodies. Accomplishment and strength can certainly co-exist and even be symbiotic...but in proper balance. Oh, I could rattle on for hours. The bottom line is that I appreciate you taking time to share your thoughts. I have a feeling we could have some pretty deep discussions about all of this! :-)