Speaker 1: Yo, yo yo, what's good Internet? Fam? Zayden Cruz here,
Speaker 1: your host and resident truth teller extraordinay back with another
Speaker 1: banger of an episode. Today, we're diving deep into a
Speaker 1: topic that feels like it should be common sense, but
Speaker 1: somehow gets lost in the chaos of our twenty four
Speaker 1: to seven plugged in lives. Self care, ever, feel like
Speaker 1: you're running on fumes, Like your brain is a glitching
Speaker 1: meme and you're just trying to scrape by. Yeah, me too.
Speaker 1: We're talking about that pressure cooker gen z life, where
Speaker 1: instant perfect feeds, deadlines, side hustles, and the constant fomo
Speaker 1: are basically our daily reality. We're chasing clout while trying
Speaker 1: to figure out what adulting even means. But here's the tea.
Speaker 1: Self care isn't just about bubble baths and face masks,
Speaker 1: though those are cool too. It's the foundation for everything
Speaker 1: else you want to achieve. Think of it like this.
Speaker 1: Your brain is like a high performance gaming rig. If
Speaker 1: you don't give it regular maintenance, those frames per second
Speaker 1: are gonna plummet faster than your TikTok engagement after a
Speaker 1: bad algorithm update. USh strap in fam, because we're about
Speaker 1: to unpack five key takeaways that will make you realize
Speaker 1: self care isn't just some hippy dippy buzzword. It's the
Speaker 1: ultimate hack for success. One Know your limits. This one
Speaker 1: feels obvious, right, but seriously, how many times have you
Speaker 1: said yes when you meant no? Ever? Burn out trying
Speaker 1: to please everyone and end up a walking emotional disaster area.
Speaker 1: We've all been there. Learning to say no is not selfish,
Speaker 1: it's self preservation. It's like setting boundaries in your mental landscape.
Speaker 1: Imagine your brain as a cool new NFT. Wouldn't you
Speaker 1: protect it from getting hacked by every random project asking
Speaker 1: for your attention? Two? Fuel your fire. Think of your
Speaker 1: body and mind as a high octane engine. It needs
Speaker 1: the right fuel to run smoothly. Skip the processed junk
Speaker 1: food and sugary drinks that leave you crashing harder than
Speaker 1: a TikTok trend after it's fifteen minutes of fame. Opt
Speaker 1: for real, nourishing foods that give you sustained energy. Think fruits, veggies,
Speaker 1: whole grains, the good stuff your grandma always preach. A
Speaker 1: trust me, your brain will thank you for it. Three.
Speaker 1: Move your body. We're not talking marathon training here. Get
Speaker 1: those endorphins pumping with whatever gets your heart rate up.
Speaker 1: Dance like nobody's watching, because honestly, who cares in this
Speaker 1: day and age. Hit the gym, take a hike, even
Speaker 1: just walk around the block. Movement is magic for both
Speaker 1: physical and mental health. Four. Unflug and recharge. This one's crucial.
Speaker 1: Our phones are basically digital crack these days. Constant notifications,
Speaker 1: endless scrolling, the fomo vortex. It's exhausting. Schedule regular digital
Speaker 1: detox sessions where you literally put your phone on silent
Speaker 1: and do something else. Read a book, meditate, stare at
Speaker 1: a wall, whatever floats your boat. Give your brain a
Speaker 1: break from the constant stimulation. Five. Prioritize sleep. Let's be real.
Speaker 1: Sleep is often the first thing to get sacrificed when
Speaker 1: you're drowning in responsibilities. But seriously, how do you expect
Speaker 1: to function on fumes? Sleep deprivation is like running your
Speaker 1: computer on low power. Everything slows down, crashes more often,
Speaker 1: and you end up feeling like a zombie. Aim for
Speaker 1: seven to nine hours of qualities shut eye every night.
Speaker 1: It's the ultimate hack for productivity and mental clarity. Now
Speaker 1: let's talk about someone who's mastered the art of self care.
Speaker 1: The one and only Oprah Winfrey. We all know her
Speaker 1: as the Queen of Everything, media mogul, philanthropist, inspirational speaker,
Speaker 1: and probably a secret superhero too, But behind that aura
Speaker 1: of success and power as someone who fiercely prioritizes her
Speaker 1: well being. Remember when she bought a forty two acre
Speaker 1: ranch in California. That wasn't just a random purchase. It
Speaker 1: was a sanctuary for Oprah to recharge, connect with nature,
Speaker 1: and find peace amidst the chaos of her demanding life.
Speaker 1: She's even talked about the importance of meditation and journaling
Speaker 1: practices that help her stay grounded and focused. Oprah's story
Speaker 1: isn't unique. It's a reminder that even the most successful
Speaker 1: people need self care to thrive. So what are you
Speaker 1: waiting for? Stop treating your mental health like an afterthought
Speaker 1: and start prioritizing it today. Remember, you can't pour from
Speaker 1: an empty cup. Taking care of yourself isn't selfish, It's
Speaker 1: essential for success in all areas of your life. Now,
Speaker 1: go forth, slay the day, and don't forget to tag
Speaker 1: me on that TikTok about how you're rocking self care
Speaker 1: like a boss. And if you haven't already, hit that
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Speaker 1: This podcast is about building a community of badass General
Speaker 1: z's who are rewriting the rules and living their best lives.
Speaker 1: Let's do this thing, peace Out. This podcast is created
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