Published Dec 10, 2021

DO THESE 3 Things For 7 Days & See INCREDIBLE RESULTS! | Lewis Howes

Lewis Howes unveils three transformative habits to implement for seven days, focusing on morning routines for confidence and success, while also delving into vulnerability and emotional healing to overcome past traumas and build resilience.
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  • Morning Habits

    emphasizes the importance of starting your day with confidence-boosting habits. He suggests incorporating two or three simple activities into your morning routine to build confidence and productivity. Lewis shares his personal experience of scheduling mentally demanding tasks like learning Spanish early in the morning to set a positive tone for the day 1 2.

    By doing that first thing in the morning, it sets the tone for the rest of the day. I feel more confident, I feel like more productive, and I'm doing something I care about first thing.

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    Starting small and tracking progress for seven days can help establish these habits and boost self-confidence 1.

       

    Daily Exercises

    Incorporating daily physical exercises that challenge you can build mental resilience and confidence. Lewis advocates for structured pain through workouts, which he believes helps cleanse the mind and strengthen the mindset 3. He shares his experience training with boxing coach Tony Jeffries, emphasizing the importance of pushing oneself to the limit to gain inner peace and confidence 4.

    The discipline of doing something painful every day, I think, is one of the most important disciplines that any human being can have.

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    This daily practice of embracing discomfort can prepare you for life's challenges and reduce anxiety 3.

       

    Sleep Importance

    Lewis underscores the critical role of sleep in achieving peak performance and overall well-being. He dispels the myth that sleep is for the weak, highlighting its importance for recovery, mental clarity, and longevity 5. He shares insights from experts like Dr. Daniel Amon and Sean Stevenson, who stress the necessity of restful sleep for brain and body recovery 6.

    If you're not sleeping and resting well, it's going to be extremely hard to perform better the next day.

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    Lewis recommends aiming for seven to eight hours of quality sleep and creating a sleep-friendly environment to support this goal 5.

       

    Intentional Scheduling

    Intentional scheduling is key to a productive and less stressful life. Lewis advises taking control of your schedule by planning activities that support your emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being 7. He introduces the two-day method by Matt Diavela, which encourages not skipping important tasks for more than two days in a row to maintain consistency 8.

    If you don't know what you're creating on a daily basis, you're going to be responding and reacting to what life gives you as opposed to you creating what you want in life.

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    By setting a clear mission and vision, you can create a schedule that aligns with your goals and reduces stress 7.

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