Speaker 1: Yo, yo yo. What's up, my fellow brain wired humans.
Speaker 1: This is Zaden Cruz, your host, and welcome back to
Speaker 1: the Dopamine d Docs. Rewire your brain for focus. You
Speaker 1: know that thing where you scroll through TikTok until you
Speaker 1: realize you haven't blinked in like an hour. Yeah, we've
Speaker 1: all been there. But guess what, it doesn't have to
Speaker 1: be this way. We're diving deep into the world of
Speaker 1: self reflection. No, it's not some wo woo hippie thing
Speaker 1: your grandma is though, Hey, if that works for her,
Speaker 1: power to her self. Reflection is like hitting the refresh
Speaker 1: button on your soul, my friends. It's about taking a
Speaker 1: step back from the noise, the endless stream of information
Speaker 1: and actually listening to what your inner voice is saying.
Speaker 1: Ever felt like you're just going through the motions. You
Speaker 1: know that feeling when you're doing all the things but
Speaker 1: nothing feels right. That's your soul screaming for some serious introspection.
Speaker 1: So buckle up, because we are about to break down
Speaker 1: five key takeaways that will level up your self awareness.
Speaker 1: Game one. Ditch the insta filter reality Okay, okay, real talk.
Speaker 1: Social media can be a total illusion. We all see
Speaker 1: those curated feeds. But behind the filtered picks and perfectly
Speaker 1: posed moments lies a whole lot of pressure. Constant comparison
Speaker 1: is like comparing apples to oranges that have been professionally
Speaker 1: polished and airbrushed. Remember, your journey is yours. Focus on
Speaker 1: your own growth, not someone else's highlight reel. Two. Embrace
Speaker 1: your inner critic, but don't let it rule you. Okay,
Speaker 1: let's be honest. We all have that inner critic whispering
Speaker 1: doubts in our ears. But here's the thing. You can
Speaker 1: choose to listen or not. Instead of beating yourself up
Speaker 1: for mistakes, reframe them as learning opportunities. Think of it
Speaker 1: like a video game. Every level up comes after failing
Speaker 1: a few times. Three. Journaling is your bff. Ever feel
Speaker 1: like your thoughts are running around like hamsters on a wheel.
Speaker 1: Journaling is like giving those thoughts a safe space to
Speaker 1: run wild. Get those feelings, anxieties, and even the random
Speaker 1: doodles out of your head and onto paper. It's a
Speaker 1: powerful way to pro process emotions and gain clarity. Plus
Speaker 1: it's cheaper than therapy and way more private. Four. Mindful
Speaker 1: moments are magic. We live in a world obsessed with multitasking,
Speaker 1: but honestly, trying to do everything at once is like
Speaker 1: juggling chainsaws blindfolded. Take small breaks throughout your day to
Speaker 1: be fully present. Breathe deeply, listen to the sounds around you,
Speaker 1: or simply stare out the window. These moments of mindfulness
Speaker 1: can help you reset and recharge. Think of it like
Speaker 1: hitting pause on the chaos five. Seek feedback, but choose wisely.
Speaker 1: Getting feedback from trusted friends and mentors can be super valuable,
Speaker 1: but remember not everyone's opinion is created equal. Choose people
Speaker 1: who genuinely care about your growth and are willing to
Speaker 1: give constructive criticism. Let's talk about someone who nailed self
Speaker 1: reflection in a big way, Ariana Grande. This woman has
Speaker 1: been through it all, public breakups, intense scrutiny, and even
Speaker 1: a devastating terrorist attack at her concert, But instead of
Speaker 1: letting those experiences define her, she used them as fuel
Speaker 1: for personal growth. She poured her emotions into music, became
Speaker 1: an advocate for mental health awareness, and built a career
Speaker 1: that celebrates vulnerability and authenticity. She's a prime example of
Speaker 1: how self reflection can lead to incredible resilience and success.
Speaker 1: So what are the takeaways? You need to ditch the
Speaker 1: curated reality online. Embrace your inner critic, but don't let
Speaker 1: it boss you around. Journal like your life depends on it.
Speaker 1: Take mindful moments to recharge and seek feedback from people
Speaker 1: who genuinely care about your growth. Remember, self reflection isn't
Speaker 1: a luxury, it's a necessity for unlocking your full potential.
Speaker 1: Listen up, gen Z, your brain is your superpower. Don't
Speaker 1: let the dopamine rush of endless scrolling and instant gratification
Speaker 1: keep you from reaching your true goals. Make time for introspection,
Speaker 1: trust your gut, and never stop evolving. Now go out
Speaker 1: there and become the most authentic, kick ass versions of yourselves.
Speaker 1: And don't forget to follow, rate and share this episode
Speaker 1: because we're just getting started on this journey to reward
Speaker 1: firing our brains for focus peace out. This podcast is
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Speaker 1: affirmations and positive messages just for you.