If you’ve been following along, you’ll know I’ve been highlighting simple habits essential to our well-being. Today’s reminder: move every day. Start small. Let it grow.

Something as simple as a 10-minute walk after a meal can do wonders—helping with digestion, regulating blood sugar, and offering a much-needed mental reset. Even with a packed schedule, a loop around the block or office is manageable.

But if you’re serious about minimalism, consider taking it a step further. Introduce a bicycle into your life.

After living in San Francisco, I returned to Los Angeles determined to avoid traffic. What started as a challenge became a decade-long experiment in car-free living—a rarity in the production world. It took commitment, but it was transformative.

How did I pull it off?
I lived near a metro rail stop. I relied on a combination of bike, bus, and train—a trio that, while imperfect, worked. LA’s bus system is vast, and most buses have racks for bikes. With some planning, it was doable.

And honestly? It changed my life.

I’ve never been one to work out just for fitness. But biking out of necessity built both my health and confidence. It also reshaped my sense of time. Unlike driving, where we push to the last minute, biking requires a buffer. Planning became essential. Delays became expected. And eventually, patience became second nature.

It slowed down my mind in the best way.

Now, even when I drive, I feel calmer—more aware of the luxury it is to be behind the wheel. I don’t love gridlock, but I breathe through it.

Beyond health and mindset, the financial payoff was huge. A modest bike saved me thousands: no car payments, no insurance, no gas, no maintenance. I skipped the gym membership too. That savings helped me build a cushion for tougher times.

Was it glamorous? Not really. I didn’t win any dates biking around LA. But that turned out to be a good thing—it helped me weed out relationships that weren’t aligned with my values.

Eventually, I found someone who respects that I live on my own terms. That’s worth more than fitting in.

So if a bike sounds like a natural fit, I encourage you to try it. If not, start with the walk. Just make it daily. Let it become part of your rhythm.

Whatever you choose—move.
Your life depends on it.