109. How to Get What You Want

Episode Summary

People failing to create long term-health isn’t found in their genes, it’s found in the lump of fat between your ears. To develop life-long habits that help you reach your goals, start using your body’s natural tendencies in your favor.

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Key Takeaways To Tune In For

[1:19] Doing the hokey pokey with your health
[2:03] The most chronic illnesses are caused by poor diet, lack of exercise, poor sleep and feeling disconnected from a higher purpose
[5:16] Understand the concept of Positive Psychology
[7:36] In the U.S., more that 80% of people are not eating the minimum recommended amount of fruits and vegetables
[9:11] There is a clear disconnect between what people say they want and what they’re doing
[10:48] Your brain controls how you think, move, and feel
[14:49] You can’t control and change your brain’s basic operating system
[16:05] You have two brains – logical brain and emotional brain
[18:15] Suggestions on how to make reaching goals easier
[27:30] For more suggestions on ways to reach your goals, check out the blogs listed below

Resources talked about in this episode

Blog mentioned – How to Use Your Two Brains to Get What You Want
Blog mentioned – How to Boost Your Dopamine
Blog mentioned – How to Boost Oxytocin
Blog mentioned – 5 Simple Ways to Work Exercise into Your Life
Book mentioned – Fracture-Proof Your Bones: A Comprehensive Guide to Osteoporosis

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