John Nagy

John Nagy is a freelance writer and managing editor of Notre Dame Magazine. He lives in South Bend, Indiana.

Here's how to destress and restore your energy reserves: pick up a 'restorative niche.'

What a ‘Restorative Niche’ Is & Why You Need One

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Meet Augustus Tolton, a soon-to-be saint.

Meet This Chicago South Sider on the Road to Sainthood

Watch this man explain the sustainability behind eating bugs.

A Sustainable Snack: Roasted Crickets

Read to learn how to flourish and reject consumerism by practicing intentional habits.

The Antidote to Shallow Consumerism: Intentional Habits

Find workout accountability by trying one of these methods.

Chasing New Fitness Goals? Unlock the Power of Accountability

Make long distance friendships work with this author's suggestions.

How To Maintain Long-Distance Friendships

Dance and sing in your car to these road trip songs.

The Ultimate Road Trip Playlist | #GrottoMusic

Read to learn about motivation vs discipline in your fitness journey.

What’s More Important for Fitness: Motivation or Discipline?

Read this author's four points on the abortion debate that might help people on all sides of the debate find some common ground.

4 Points of Common Ground When it Comes to Abortion

Learn about how living a life of service can have physical and mental health benefits.

The Surprising Way Self-Care and Service are Linked

Read this reflective narrative about construction workers.

A Letter to Say ‘Thanks’ to the Workers Building Skyscrapers