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.

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