In conjunction with this wild, crazy, and sometimes downright depressing situation we’re in, I’m here to spread a message of positivity and hope. What if we allowed ourselves a paradigm shift from “The Pandemic is stressing me out and being inside totally blows”, to “A time to refocus on what you want out of your life?” What is most important to you? What steps can you take today to propel you to happiness, fulfillment, performance, and purpose?
Perhaps it is most important to analyze what your long-term goals are and find the answer to the “Why am I doing what I’m doing?” NOW. This allows you to find purpose in accomplishing your daily activities, therefore giving you motivation to get things done.
If you know “the why” behind what you wish to accomplish, and you’re clear about why it is important to you, it’s possible that you may say to yourself, “I simply do not have the time nor energy to get them done.”
If the pressure at hand is time, remember to prioritize the big picture goals and what steps you can take today to move closer to your ambitions. If it is energy, then proper sleep, diet, and regular exercise will increase productivity dramatically.
Have you ever thought it is counterproductive to workout because it takes time away from completing other necessary tasks? This modus of thinking is simply obsolete. Working out increases energy levels by 20%, while decreasing fatigue by 65%, and increases endorphin levels and cardiovascular health, while improving quality of focus and sleep, according to a study by the University of New Hampshire.
When you consider this information, unless your waking hours are less than 6 hours a day, you are bound to be more productive in a day with 1 hour of regular exercise than without one.
As far as diet is concerned, through my research in food and reading Grain Brain, by David Perlmutter, the elimination of grains, moderation of sugar, and implementation of a low carb diet, increases brain function and decreases chances of type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and Alzheimers. It can even eradicate symptoms of depression, anxiety, and other mood disorders.
The bottom line is eating less grains and gluten and replacing them with vegetables and healthy monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats, is very good for overall brain function and physical health. Personally I’ve lost 20lbs in the past 2 months with regular diet and exercise, and 50lbs in the past 2 years by paying attention to what I eat.
You may be asking yourself what gives me the credibility to speak on matters of performance and health? Are you a ridiculously successful entrepreneur or fitness guru? Or even a stand out high achiever compared to your peers? The answer is “no”. However, I’m happy and healthy and if this helps one person then I know that writing this was worth it. This is my mission. This is my definition of success.