The Simple 3 Step Morning Routine to Boost Energy + Increase Productivity
Oct 31, 2024
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Dr. Amy Shaw, a health and wellness expert, shares her simple 3-step morning routine to boost energy and improve mood. She discusses the importance of supporting circadian rhythms and gut health for overall vitality. Kat Norton, also known as Miss Excel, reveals innovative strategies to enhance productivity by understanding brain functions. Their insights emphasize how a blend of energy management and creative time can lead to thriving both personally and professionally.
Implementing a morning routine that includes fasting, fitness, and nutritious foods can greatly enhance energy and mood throughout the day.
Maximizing productivity involves leveraging left and right brain activities by scheduling tasks according to cognitive strengths to maintain high energy levels.
Deep dives
Start Your Day with the Three F's
A morning routine consisting of fasting, fitness, and food can significantly enhance one's energy and overall health. Fasting involves allowing a 12 to 15-hour break from food overnight, which helps reset the body’s rhythms. Incorporating fitness involves light movement or stretching after waking up to stimulate the body and mind, such as a quick outside walk to get natural sunlight. Finally, the first meal should comprise high fiber, fermented foods, and protein, like an egg scramble with vegetables, to optimize energy levels, curb cravings, and improve mood throughout the day.
Energy Management through Brain Activity
Managing energy effectively involves distinguishing between left-brained and right-brained activities to maximize productivity during specific time blocks. The left brain focuses on logical tasks and planning, whereas the right brain is conducive to creativity and present-moment thinking. By mapping out tasks for the week and assigning them to either brain hemisphere, one can structure their schedule to align with their cognitive strengths, dedicating days to either analytical work or creative flow. This approach not only enhances output but also ensures that energy levels remain high during both types of tasks.
Creating Space for Creativity
Allowing time for creativity is crucial, as many people overlook their own creative potential by not giving themselves enough time to engage in it. Establishing specific time blocks for creative activities can help facilitate a state where ideas can freely flow, often taking two hours or more to enter this productive mindset. Engaging in activities such as walking or meditation beforehand primes individuals for creativity, as it allows their minds to clear and make room for innovative thoughts. Recognizing that everyone has creative abilities is essential, and by prioritizing these blocks in one's schedule, individuals can unlock their full potential.
I’m back sharing bonus content that had never been heard on the podcast until today. Dr. Amy Shaw shares her simple 3-step morning routine to boost energy, curb cravings, and improve your mood. Plus, Kat Norton (aka Miss Excel) reveals her secret weapon for maximizing productivity and tapping into your creative flow. Get ready to level up your daily habits, get more out of your day, and have a positive mindset.