The Real Work with Maggie Sterling 13 - How to Rewire Your Brain When You Feel Stuck
Nov 10, 2025
Feeling stuck in your thinking patterns? Discover how neuroplasticity allows your brain to change and rewire itself. Learn the difference between reacting and responding, and why awareness is key to breaking old habits. Get tips on starting small with low-stakes changes and the power of mental rehearsal to visualize new outcomes. Maggie emphasizes the importance of calming your nervous system and setting daily intentions to choose who you are. Embrace the journey of transformation and creativity!
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Your Brain Is Changeable
- Neuroplasticity means your brain is changeable and not fixed by past wiring.
- You can create new experiences by intentionally rewiring thought and emotion patterns.
Decide Who You Want To Be
- Define who you want to be rather than only who you aren't.
- Aim for feelings like calm, trust, creativity, and self-honoring as change targets.
Pause Before You React
- Pause between trigger and reaction to create a new neural pathway.
- Use that pause to choose a response instead of automatically reacting.
