Comfort is Killing Us
- We live in climate-controlled, convenience-packed bubbles.
- This leads to physical and mental atrophy.
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Michael Easter is a health and science journalist best known for his books that explore human potential, discomfort, and resilience through a blend of research, adventure, and storytelling.
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