Archive - Build A Better Brain

Three Ways To Apply Slow Productivity To Avoid Burnout and Overload

Guest Post: Janice CK, Notion Consultant & Ambassador, writes about how she applies Cal Newport's slow productivity principles to her business and life

15 hrs ago

The Struggle To Let Go And Do Nothing When You're A Chronic 'Do-Er'

Doing nothing feels wrong when achievement is your drug. Observe your resistance and get curious about why you can't stop so you finally can.

Sep 1 •

August 2024

How Burnout Ruins Your Brain And Body And 5 Tips To Reverse The Damage

Burnout changes the brain's structure, function, and stress resilience. Don't lose hope - positive daily changes rewire and rebuild the systems that…

Aug 25 •

9 'Ego'-Driven Mistakes You Make And Finding the Courage To Change

An unhealthy self-identity makes us ignore inner wisdom, trading long-term happiness for short-term comfort. Take bold action for better choices and…

Aug 18 •

'The Hospital Fantasy': Why You Crave Escape And How To Do It Safely

'The Hospital Fantasy' - when you desire a minor accident just to catch a break. Newsflash: it's OK to prioritise your wellbeing.

Aug 11 •

When Your Inner Critic Feels In Control, Here's How To Believe In Yourself

You are unique amongst billions - let your core mission and purpose forge your way ahead

Aug 4 •

July 2024

What To Do When The 'Wrong' Parent Dies And You Have To Move Forward

Grief cuts deep, but losing the 'wrong' parent feels like a scab repeatedly salted and picked

Jul 28 •

Get Unstuck And Act: 5 Behavioural Change Tools to Propel You Forward

Don't get in your way but use practical tools to take action instead

Jul 21 •

Pushover To Respected: 3 Steps to Protect What Matters So You Don't Hate Yourself

People-pleasing kills your self-esteem and wears you out. Time to stop doing that.

Jul 14 •

Pros and Cons of Perfectionism And Escaping the Perfectionist Trap

Perfectionism drives suffering and distress, but is it all bad? Perhaps not

Jul 7 •

June 2024

Electrochemical Magic, Core Beliefs And The Wonder Of Memory!

Guest Post: Louise Spurgeon, Neuroscience Consultant, writes about memory types impacting our automatic reactions and making changes for better ones

Jun 30 •

Louise Spurgeon

Stop Repeating Mistakes: Build Self-Awareness To Improve Your Life And Grow

Self-awareness is key to self-care, personal development and long-term change

Jun 23

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