3025: [Part 2] 10 Morning Habits That Help You Lose Weight by Rachael Ajmera with Healthline on Hydration
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Episode 3025:
Rachael Ajmera shares evidence-based morning strategies that can jumpstart weight loss and improve overall well-being. By implementing small changes like hydrating early, getting sunlight, and eating a protein-rich breakfast, you can build momentum that supports healthier decisions throughout the day.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/weight-loss-morning-habits
Quotes to ponder:
"Drinking one or two glasses of water first thing in the morning is an easy way to enhance weight loss."
"Some studies have found that regular weigh-ins may be associated with more weight loss and a lower risk of weight regain over time."
"Practicing mindfulness involves fully focusing on the present moment and bringing awareness to your thoughts and feelings."
Episode references:
National Sleep Foundation: https://www.thensf.org
The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition: https://academic.oup.com/ajcn
Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics: https://www.jandonline.org
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) - Physical Activity Basics: https://www.cdc.gov/physicalactivity/basics/index.htm
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3024: [Part 1] 10 Morning Habits That Help You Lose Weight by Rachael Ajmera with Healthline on Vitamin D
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Episode 3024:
Rachael Ajmera shares science-backed morning habits that can naturally support weight loss without drastic diets or intense workouts. From morning sunlight and hydration to mindful eating and movement, these strategies help set the tone for healthier choices throughout the day.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/weight-loss-morning-habits
Quotes to ponder:
"Drinking water in the morning can help get your metabolism going and may increase weight loss."
"Getting in some regular physical activity in the morning is a great way to boost weight loss."
"Sun exposure is the best way to meet your vitamin D needs, and increasing your vitamin D intake may help with weight loss and prevent weight gain."
Episode references:
National Institutes of Health - Vitamin D: https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/VitaminD-HealthProfessional/
The Power of Habit: https://www.amazon.com/Power-Habit-What-Life-Business/dp/081298160X
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3023: What’s Going To Be Written On Your Gravestone by Ben Greenfield on Determining Your Priorities
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Episode 3023:
Ben Greenfield challenges readers to confront their mortality by envisioning what they want written on their gravestone. This powerful mental exercise prompts deep reflection on legacy, values, and life priorities - ultimately serving as a compass for living a purpose-driven and intentional life.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://bengreenfieldlife.com/article/lifestyle-articles/whats-going-written-gravestone/
Quotes to ponder:
"Imagine your gravestone being chiseled, your life summarized in a single sentence. What would it say?"
"Your gravestone is not just a marker of death; it's a mirror for your life."
"Stop and ask yourself: are you living in a way that aligns with the message you want to leave behind?"
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3022: The Three Primary Types of Stressful Relationships by Chalene Johnson on Emotional Energy
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Episode 3022:
Chalene Johnson explores three common types of stress-inducing relationships and offers practical steps for transforming them into healthier connections or walking away when necessary. By recognizing patterns like overgiving, ignored boundaries, and unchangeable dynamics, listeners can reclaim emotional energy and set firm, respectful limits.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.chalenejohnson.com/the-three-primary-types-of-stressful-relationships/
Quotes to ponder:
"An SIP is a stress-inducing person. When you interact with them, they usually cause you to feel stressed out."
"In a 90-10 relationship, you are putting in all the work and taking on the responsibility of your friend."
"The only thing to do in this situation is to ignore them or kill them with kindness."
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3021: A Simple Guide to Enjoy Cooking by Joshua Becker of Becoming Minimalist on Healthy Living Advice
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Episode 3021:
Joshua Becker shares how minimalism led him to discover unexpected joy in cooking by simplifying his kitchen, embracing fresh ingredients, and building confidence through small, intentional changes. His practical steps make the cooking process feel less like a chore and more like a rewarding act of creativity, health, and connection.
Quotes to ponder:
"Clear your canvas."
“An anxious spirit does not enjoy creating. And unfortunately, an anxious spirit rarely succeeds.”
“If my family finds joy in the meal on the table, I find joy in preparing it.”
Episode references:
Top Secret Restaurant Recipes: https://www.amazon.com/Top-Secret-Restaurant-Recipes-Creating/dp/0452283191
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