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SNAPSHOTS OF A FLANEUR: MORNING RITUAL
"Snapshots of Flaneur" is a new ongoing series about the lifestyle of a stroller, one who seeks pleasure in the anfractuosities of a city.
Naturally, we all develop a morning ritual. For some that's hitting the snooze button, negotiating five more minutes three more times. For others it’s waking at the crack of dawn, checking off a long to-do list before their day can even begin. Below is a time-chart of my own morning ritual. A record of my personal approach to work and well-being. It has taken a few years to develop, but I think I’m on to something beautiful.
THE PERFECT HANDSHAKE
Todays post is on "the perfect handshake" as it applies to American culture. Three key factors that will set you apart and make for stronger first impressions. You might be asking, "who the hell is he to be giving advice on well blended hand-shakes?" And it's true, I have no academic background in business, psychology, or human behavior. So I don't expect you to take my word for it; but at the very least, I hope to inspire close attention when it comes to our sacred ritual.
WHO IS COOPER: HAND MODEL
This may be old hat, but it hasn't been posted on the blog. Upon arriving in NY, I was requested by Motorola as their featured hand model for their new phone, "Motoblur." And despite the other hand models not laughing at my "hand-job" jokes, I had a great time on set.
I'm the male hands holding the phone, demonstrating its design and applications.
HOW TO TRAVEL WITH EASE
Over the short course of my adult life, I've developed a keen interest for the art of travel. I think it's worth every treasure on earth to appreciate such things. But I find it strange how most people claim to "love traveling", when they seem miserable at the airport; usually late & over packed. So I'd like to share some basic principles on traveling with ease.
HOW TO HUSTLE: PLAY POOL LIKE A FOOL
I'm always fascinated by a beautiful and deftly performed hustle. A psychological play of sorts, performed at the expense of an unwitting mark. But I've never had the desire to clean out a complete stranger. A friendly beer is enough to keep my ego afloat inside this big, buoyant head; an exquisite dome laid with the finest of chestnut hairs; each unique follicle personally arranged by the omnipotent hands of GOD... But having good hair isn't enough to hustle. Lets start with the basics.
9 REASONS WHY PEOPLE LIKE YOU
I've decided to compile a list of why people like you. In no way is this a full list, and I've only included malleable traits aimed at increasing well-being. But if this feels hokey, and means you like me a little less, then so be it.