Advice Ep! Secrets For More Energy, Making Habits Stick, and Upleveling Relationships with Jennifer Cohen of Habits & Hustle
Nov 27, 2023
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Entrepreneur and podcaster Jennifer Cohen of Habits & Hustle joins Liz Moody to discuss making habits stick, improving energy levels, and adding excitement to relationships. They highlight the importance of morning routines and suggest prioritizing water, breakfast, and movement. They explore the benefits of AG1 nutrition supplement, including brain health effects. They discuss building relationships through shared activities and offer suggestions for date nights. The episode ends with gratitude and teasers for upcoming episodes on loneliness and improving relationships through scientific research.
The habit of daily walks can boost energy, enhance mood, and create positive momentum for other healthy habits.
Prioritizing self-care and addressing burnout is key to restoring energy and enthusiasm for life.
Nurturing relationships through intentional quality time and shared experiences contributes to personal happiness and fulfillment.
Deep dives
Starting small with walking to boost energy levels and mindset
Walking is a simple yet effective habit that can have a tremendous impact on both physical and mental well-being. Incorporating daily walks, whether it's around the block, to work, or during lunch breaks, can increase energy levels, improve mood, and enhance cognitive focus. Walking is a gateway to other healthy habits and can create positive momentum and resilience in tackling challenges.
Addressing burnout and creating space for self-care
When feeling overwhelmed, low on energy, and bored, it's crucial to address burnout and create space for self-care. This could involve setting boundaries, reevaluating childcare arrangements, or making changes at work to alleviate stress and exhaustion. By prioritizing self-care and taking steps to resolve burnout, such as focusing on mental and physical well-being, individuals can regain their energy and enthusiasm for life.
Cultivating and nurturing relationships
When relationships, particularly a marriage, are in a lull, it can impact overall well-being. It's important to be intentional about spending quality time together, even in the face of busy schedules. Incorporating activities like walking together, taking dance classes, or attending cooking classes can revitalize the relationship. Creating shared experiences and embracing each other's interests can help bridge the gap and prevent further distancing. Investing effort into nurturing relationships contributes to personal happiness and fulfillment.
Starting with a direction, not a destination
Feeling overwhelmed and unsure of where to start can create a sense of stagnation. A helpful approach is to pick a direction and begin taking action. By exploring interests, trying new things, and adjusting along the way, individuals can embrace opportunities and discover new passions. It's important to remember that the journey itself can lead to unexpected and fulfilling results, even if the destination is not initially clear.
Empowering oneself and taking responsibility for happiness
Taking control of one's own happiness is essential. Instead of waiting for external factors to change, individuals can make choices that contribute to personal fulfillment and joy. This might involve reframing negative self-talk, adopting a positive mindset, and pursuing activities that bring happiness. Putting effort into personal growth and embracing new experiences allows individuals to proactively shape their own lives.
The next episode of our advice series, where every month, I’ll be joined by a new special guest. This month I’m so excited to welcome Jennifer Cohen of Habits & Hustle to the podcast to answer your questions.
The secret to REALLY making a habit stick
How to get back on track when you’ve fallen off a habit
3 secrets to starting a meditation practice (even if you hate it)
How to build the best morning routine
Easy ways to add excitement back into your relationship
Tips for the best date night
How to improve your energy levels
and so much more!
For more from Jennifer, you can find her on Instagram at @therealjencohen or her website jennifercohen.com. You can listen to Habits & Hustle on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.