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Mindfulness: Why It's the Brain's Best Friend and Key to Mental Health

Have you ever wondered why everyone is talking about mindfulness these days? From yoga studios to Fortune 500 boardrooms, mindfulness has become a hot topic. But what's all the fuss about?

As it turns out, there's some pretty compelling science behind this ancient practice. If there was ever ONE practice that was a magic bullet, mindfulness is it! It is the brain's best friend. Find out why.

Estimated reading time: 4 minutes

Posted in Brain Fitness, Mindfulness and Perspective

5 Great Reasons to Use Positive Intentions in Your Everyday Life

Why set positive intentions?

When I first discovered the power of setting positive intentions years ago, it felt like I had unlocked a secret door to personal mastery. I was struggling; my childhood trauma created a dark cloud that followed me everywhere. It felt like I had my own personal Yogi Bear dousing my inner fire into depression.

Estimated reading time: 4 minutes

Posted in Brain Fitness, Mindfulness and Perspective, Emotional Intelligence

Stop that Racing Mind Overthinking at Night, and Get Restful Sleep

Many years ago, I couldn’t sleep at night because of a runaway mind. Whether I was revolving thoughts, anxious about forgotten tasks left undone at work or just excited about creating something new—my mind was the Energizer Bunny on steroids!

Do you want to know what solved it for me?

Estimated reading: 7 minutes

Posted in Brain Fitness, Mindfulness and Perspective, Emotional Intelligence & Fitness

Eliminate Procrastination Habits: Learn the 7 Types to Be More Effective

Procrastination is a common struggle that affects scores of people. It hinders productivity, effectiveness, and even personal growth. It kept me stuck for years; I only beat procrastination at its own game after discovering why I procrastinated.

Understanding the different types of procrastination helps to develop strategies to overcome it. Here are real-life examples and practical solutions to empower you to eliminate procrastination more effectively.

Estimated reading time: 4 minutes

Posted in Brain Fitness, Mindfulness and Perspective, Emotional Intelligence & Fitness

Apply Cognitive Priming to Positively Shift Your Emotions and Life

Cognitive priming may seem off-putting, or sound like therapist jargon, but it’s actually a simple and effective strategy to use for personal growth and transformation. One I’ve used myself to better my life repeatedly over the years. Our brains naturally gravitate to it, so you’ve probably been using it for years without realizing it.

However, by utilizing priming intentionally and practicing frequently, you can activate shifts quickly at will.

Estimated reading time: 4 minutes... much longer to master 😎

Posted in Brain Fitness, Mindfulness and Perspective

Awaken Your True Self and Boost Your EQ with Powerful Journaling Ideas

Have you ever felt overwhelmed by your emotions, struggling to understand and manage them? Or have you felt you’ve lost touch with who you are?

Journaling is a simple practice that can help you get in touch with yourself while significantly improving your emotional awareness and well-being. It’s a powerful tool that can lead to personal growth, improved emotional regulation, and a deeper understanding of yourself.

Estimated reading: 6 minutes

Posted in Brain Fitness, Mindfulness and Perspective, Emotional Intelligence & Fitness

How to Turn Instant Gratification to High Emotional Intelligence for a Happier Life

You've probably heard about the well-known marshmallow experiment by now, a study showing the power of delaying gratification and its link to success.

However, instant gratification is increasingly a central part of our daily lives from the immediate pleasure of online gaming, gambling, and shopping to surfing social media and playing games on a zillion apps. There is a plethora of choices and gratification everywhere! Like it or not, tech addiction is a real thing—and it does NOT build delayed gratification!

Estimated reading time: 5 minutes... much longer to master 😎

Posted in Brain Fitness, Mindfulness and Perspective, Emotional Intelligence & Fitness

How to Change Your Life: Utilizing the Brain's Love of Novelty

Life is busy and hectic at times, isn't it!? We can feel like we're on a nonstop treadmill rather than truly living. Most people I coach initially feel like they don't have time to change their life, let alone make it through their to-do list. It can seem daunting, requiring time, effort, and energy they just don't have. Ever feel like that?

What if I told you that the key to change and revitalizing your life is as simple as making tiny, micros-changes?

Estimated reading: 4 minutes

Posted in Brain Fitness, Mindfulness and Perspective, Emotional Intelligence & Fitness

What Science Reveals About the Difference between Multitasking and Combining Tasks

We multitask far more than we're usually aware. I recently observed my habits for a week and was shocked at how many times I multitasked—and I'm even an anti-multitasker! To motivate myself to change, I did thorough research that I'd like to share with you.The myth still exists that the ability to do multiple things at once, or multitasking, is highly productive. However, emerging research presents a starkly different narrative, suggesting that multitasking might not only be inefficient but has detrimental effects on our brain health, cognitive function, and emotional intelligence.

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Posted in Brain Fitness, Mindfulness and Perspective, Emotional Intelligence & Fitness

How Procrastination Paralysis Kept Me Trapped—and How to Break the Habit

When I was in my twenties, I was often paralyzed by inaction and procrastination. There were as many unfinished projects as there were stillborn ideas. But that wasn't the worst of it; what was agonizing was the condemnation and shame I heaped on myself! Sound familiar?

Overcoming procrastination isn’t about willpower or forcing yourself to do something. Believe it or not, our autonomy has a lot to do with this pattern. These strategies helped me; perhaps, they can liberate you, too!

Estimated reading time: 5 minutes

Posted in Brain Fitness, Mindfulness and Perspective, Emotional Intelligence & Fitness

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