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014: If You Keep Pushing- It Is Just a Matter of Time Before You Hit the Wall

Ready to unlock the secret to finding balance in your life? This thrilling episode promises to equip you with the tools and insights you need to thrive, both personally and professionally. With a deep dive into survival mode and the brain science behind it, understand why it’s absolutely essential to recognize our limits and avoid overwhelming ourselves with too many tasks at once.

We also discuss state management, a crucial skill that can help you control your responses to stressful situations. Discover how to combat the fight, flight, or freeze response triggered by our ‘reptile brain,’ and learn practical techniques to find calm amidst chaos. We’ll also discuss the need to generate a pull in life – slowing down to gain clarity and achieve balance. 

Stay tuned for our future episode, where we’ll dive deeper into creating this balance without falling into complacency.

In this episode, you will hear about:

  • The dangers of living in “push mode,” where you are constantly pushing to the limit and living in survival mode.
  • The importance of mental state management and finding a balance between pushing too hard and grinding.
  • The role of the amygdala or “reptile brain” in triggering our fight, flight, or freeze response.
  • The effects of constantly living in a high-stress state and the need to find ways to create a sense of calm in our lives.

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