Improve Your Brain & Mental Health In Only 7 Days! | Dr. Amen

Sep 9, 2024

Daniel Amen, a renowned brain health expert and psychiatrist, shares transformative insights to improve mental health within just seven days. He discusses the four key circles of life—biological, psychological, social, and spiritual—and offers practical steps, including dietary tips and mental exercises, to boost self-esteem and well-being. Listeners will learn visualization techniques for relaxation and the importance of balancing personal and professional aspirations for longevity. This engaging conversation promises actionable strategies for a healthier mindset.

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ADVICE

Define Your Life Goals Clearly

Write down what you want in all areas of your life on one page.
Regularly check if your actions fit your goals to stay focused and motivated.

ANECDOTE

Gratitude on a Tough Day

On the day his father died, Daniel Amen still practiced gratitude by writing what went well.
This habit helped him find peace even on an awful day.

ADVICE

Brain-Healthy Diet Essentials

Drink 16 ounces of water daily to improve brain function.
Eat colorful vegetables, more veggies than fruit, and clean high-quality protein rich in fats for brain health.

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Welcome back to Women of Impact, where every week we dive deep into stories and strategies that empower you to become the best version of yourself.

Today, we're thrilled to have not just an expert, but a pioneer in the field of brain health joining us. You may have heard of him through his groundbreaking work or seen his TED Talks, but today, Dr. Amen is here to guide us through an exhilarating seven-day journey to transform our lives by improving our brain health.

In this episode, we'll explore the four key circles of a balanced life: biological, psychological, social, and spiritual. Dr. Amen takes us through each day with practical, actionable steps to elevate our self-esteem, boost our confidence, and set the foundation for healthier relationships and an overall feeling of well-being. From dietary tips to mental exercises, and even specific practices to identify and transform negative thoughts, this conversation promises to be life-changing.

So grab your notebook, get comfortable, and get ready to embark on a seven-day challenge that could change your life forever. Let's dive in!

SHOWNOTES

00:00 Assess relationships, define goals, prioritize mental health.

05:17 Embrace your brain; it affects everything.

07:04 Colorful plants, more veggies than fruit, protein.

11:34 Shift to psychology, examine and distance thoughts.

15:24 Imagining warmth for relaxation and positivity.

18:16 Focus on strengths, take responsibility, seek purpose.

21:18 Maintain health for longevity and fun.

24:47 Identify, act, repeat - a 7-step program.

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