Optimal Living Daily - Personal Development and Self-Improvement

2431: Habits Can Make You Stupid And Then Kill You by James Altucher

6 snips
Jul 29, 2022
Ask episode
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
ANECDOTE

Repetitive Habits Cause Boredom

  • James Altucher tried eating the same salmon dish every day to simplify decisions.
  • After a week, he was sick of it, illustrating how repetition dulls enjoyment and brain engagement.
INSIGHT

Habits Dull Brain Engagement

  • Performing the same action daily causes your brain to shut down during that activity.
  • This results in time feeling like it passes quickly and reduces awareness.
ADVICE

Vary Exercise to Avoid Plateaus

  • Change your exercise routine regularly to challenge different muscles and avoid plateaus.
  • Avoid doing the same set of exercises at the same time every day to maintain effectiveness.
Get the Snipd Podcast app to discover more snips from this episode
Get the app