Speaker 1: Yo, yo yo, what's up my brain bending brainiacs? Zayden
Speaker 1: Cruz here your friendly neighborhood dopamine disruptor. Ever, feel like
Speaker 1: you hit snooze on life before you even get started,
Speaker 1: Like your mornings are a blurry mess of scrolling, snacking,
Speaker 1: and trying to remember where the hell your keys are.
Speaker 1: Trust me, fam, I've been there, done that, and bought
Speaker 1: the overpriced coffee to prove it. But guess what your
Speaker 1: morning routine isn't just setting the tone for your day.
Speaker 1: It's messing with your dopamine levels, your brain's reward system,
Speaker 1: which is like the ultimate VIP club for motivation, focus,
Speaker 1: and well feeling freakin' awesome. So buckle up, buttercup, because
Speaker 1: today we're diving deep into how your morning routine can
Speaker 1: either make you feel like a high functioning human or
Speaker 1: just another zombie shuffling through life. Let's break it down.
Speaker 1: We've got five mind blowing takeaways that will have you saying,
Speaker 1: by Felicia to those sluggish mornings and hello to a
Speaker 1: dopamine fuel day. First off, ditch the snooze button. I know,
Speaker 1: I know, it feels like a warm hug for your soul,
Speaker 1: but hit ing snooze actually throws your entire circadian rhythm
Speaker 1: out of whack. It's like trying to run a marathon
Speaker 1: in flip flops. You're setting yourself up for failure from
Speaker 1: the start. Speaking of flops scrolling through social media. First thing, Yeah,
Speaker 1: that dopamine hit is about as reliable as a Kardashian relationship.
Speaker 1: It's instant gratification, but leaves you craving more feeling kind
Speaker 1: of empty afterward. Instead, try something that actually fuels your brain.
Speaker 1: A quick meditation, some deep breathing exercises, or even just
Speaker 1: enjoying a cup of coffee in peace, no phone allowed bestI. Thirdly,
Speaker 1: get those endorphins. Pumping exercise is the ultimate dopamine booster.
Speaker 1: It doesn't have to be a grueling, hour long gym session.
Speaker 1: Even a quick ten minute walk can do wonders. Think
Speaker 1: of it as priming your brain for success before you
Speaker 1: even hit that first meeting or assignment. Next up, fuel
Speaker 1: your body with the good stuff. Forget those sugary cereals
Speaker 1: and processed snacks. They're like junk food for your brain.
Speaker 1: Opt for real, whole foods that will actually keep if
Speaker 1: you energized and focused throughout the day think fruits, veggies, protein,
Speaker 1: and whole grains. Think of it as building a solid
Speaker 1: foundation for your mental empire, and finally, set an intention. Seriously,
Speaker 1: take a minute to think about what you want to
Speaker 1: achieve today. What are your goals? What kind of vibe
Speaker 1: do you want to bring? When you start your day
Speaker 1: with purpose, you're automatically setting yourself up for success. Think
Speaker 1: of it as programming your brain for greatness. Bam, Now
Speaker 1: onto the real tea. Ever heard of Ariana Huffington. No,
Speaker 1: not that influencer who's always at Coachella, though she probably is.
Speaker 1: I'm talking about the Queen of Hustle herself, the one
Speaker 1: who built the Huffington Post into a media powerhouse while
Speaker 1: also managing to prioritize her own well being. This woman
Speaker 1: literally wrote the book on burnout and then went on
Speaker 1: to create Thrive Global, a movement dedicated to helping people
Speaker 1: live happier, healthier, and more fulfilling lives. You know those
Speaker 1: late nights, the endless emails, the constant pressure to be
Speaker 1: on all the time. Yeah, Arianna's been there. But here's
Speaker 1: the kicker. She recognized that in order to succeed, she
Speaker 1: needed to prioritize her own well being. She started meditating daily,
Speaker 1: getting enough sleep, gasp, and taking breaks to recharge. And
Speaker 1: guess what, it worked. Her company thrived, She became a
Speaker 1: global icon, and she proved that prioritizing your mental health
Speaker 1: doesn't mean you're weak. It means you're a boss who
Speaker 1: knows how to play the long game. That's the kind
Speaker 1: of inspiration we need, right someone who's not just preaching
Speaker 1: self care but actually living it while building an empire
Speaker 1: in the process. Now, let's circle back. What did we
Speaker 1: learn today. Your morning routine is basically your brain's GPS.
Speaker 1: It sets the tone for your entire day. So ditch
Speaker 1: the snooze button, ditch the scroll, fuel your body with
Speaker 1: good vibes and good food, and set an intention. Remember
Speaker 1: you are not a robot programmed to run on caffeine
Speaker 1: and chaos. You're a human being capable of achieving incredible things.
Speaker 1: But it all starts with taking control of your morning routine.
Speaker 1: So go out there, slay your day, and don't forget
Speaker 1: to tag me in your dopamine fueled victories. Oh and
Speaker 1: don't forget to subscribe, rate and share this episode. Let's
Speaker 1: spread the good vibes and help each other level up.
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