In this episode of the Magic Minds podcast, Jen Cohen shares her favorite health and wellness products. She discusses the importance of finding high-quality products and doing research in the wellness space. Some of her favorite products include Slate protein drinks, Therisage red light therapy, True Niagen NAD supplement, and Chili Sleep mattress pads. She also emphasizes the importance of starting the day with protein and avoiding calorie-dense smoothies. Additionally, she cautions against relying on vitamin IVs and highlights the importance of self-awareness and balance in one's daily routine. In this conversation, Jen Cohen shares her insights on the importance of curiosity, likability, and discipline in achieving success. She emphasizes the value of asking questions, being interested in others, and taking risks. Jen also recounts her experience of approaching Keanu Reeves for help with her demo tape, highlighting the power of putting oneself out there and not underestimating one's own potential. She encourages listeners to embrace failure as a learning opportunity and to believe in their own abilities.

Takeaways

• Find high-quality products in the wellness space and do thorough research before incorporating them into your routine.

• Start your day with protein to avoid spiking your blood sugar and to feel more satiated throughout the day.

• Be cautious of calorie-dense smoothies and be mindful of your overall calorie intake.

• Avoid relying on vitamin IVs unless there is a specific need or recommendation from a healthcare professional.

• Practice self-awareness and balance in your daily routine to achieve your health and wellness goals. Curiosity and likability are key qualities for success. Being genuinely interested in others and asking questions can open doors and create opportunities.

• Don't underestimate your own potential. Take risks and put yourself out there, even if it seems unlikely or challenging.

• Failure is a natural part of the journey to success. Embrace it as a learning opportunity and don't let it discourage you.

• Develop discipline and create habits that support your goals. Motivation may fluctuate, but discipline will keep you on track.

• Believe in yourself and your abilities. You are just as capable as anyone else of achieving your goals.

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction and Favorite Products
• 13:32 Morning Routine and Self-Care
• 28:23 The Power of a Consistent Wake-Up Time
• 37:33 Caution Against Vitamin IVs and Finding Balance
• 39:20 The Power of Curiosity and Likability
• 49:19 Taking Risks and Putting Yourself Out There
• 59:11 Embracing Failure as a Learning Opportunity
• 01:13:32 The Importance of Discipline and Habits
• 01:15:22 Believing in Yourself and Your Potential

Dive into "Magic Minds" with host James Beshara, where wisdom and innovation meet comedy and storytelling from the world's most brilliant minds. From the heart of startup culture to the depths of philosophy, James engages with thinkers, doers, and artists to uncover secrets of creativity, productivity, and personal well-being. Inspired by his own transformative journey and the creation of Magic Mind, this podcast is a beacon for anyone looking to enhance their mental performance, self-growth, and perspectives. Join us to elevate your morning ritual and unlock your highest potential.

James Beshara (https://www.twitter.com/jamesbeshara) is a renowned startup founder of multiple companies, a prolific startup investor in 200+ others including some of the biggest startup names on the planet, a husband and father of three little girls, and philosophy student and teacher in Los Angeles.

James also co-hosts Yoga For Your Intellect (https://www.YFYI.co), a biweekly long-form conversational podcast with his teacher Joseph Emmett ( https://www.instagram.com/yogaforyourintellect ) and a daily podcast and Youtube channel dedicated to the timeless wisdom of the Upanishads (https://www.thedailyvedantic.com).