Published Aug 21, 2022

Do This FIRST THING In The Morning To NEVER Be Lazy Again! | Mel Robbins

Mel Robbins joins Lewis Howes to unveil morning rituals that banish laziness, foster self-compassion, and build confidence, while emphasizing effective communication and boundary-setting in relationships.
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  • Self-Doubt

    emphasizes the importance of recognizing and interrupting negative self-talk. She suggests making the 'high five' habit a daily practice to break the cycle of self-doubt. Mel shares her personal struggles with panic attacks and how using the five-second rule transformed her life.

    The first step is you gotta do the awful part of getting self-aware of what the voice is saying.

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    By cataloging negative thoughts and using techniques like the five-second rule, individuals can start to change their thinking patterns and push themselves to achieve their goals 1 2.

       

    Daily Rituals

    Daily rituals, such as the 'mirror high five,' can significantly boost self-love and self-compassion. Mel explains how this simple act can shift one's mindset and create a sense of encouragement and control. She shares stories of people worldwide who have adopted this practice and experienced positive changes.

    Maybe I'm not the only one who feels alone. Maybe there's something here.

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    The 'high five' habit activates positive programming in the brain, making it difficult to criticize oneself and fostering a high-five attitude 3 4.

       

    Self-Compassion

    Self-compassion is crucial for mental well-being, and Mel discusses how to incorporate it into daily life. She highlights the importance of treating oneself with kindness and interrupting negative self-talk. Mel introduces the concept of a 'high five attitude,' which involves catching oneself when feeling low and flipping to a positive mindset.

    If you tolerate this kind of treatment from yourself, you'll tolerate it from other people.

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    By training the mind to work for oneself, individuals can manifest positive outcomes and improve their overall mental health 5 6.

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