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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  • Action-Oriented

    explains that confidence is not something you feel but something you do. She argues that taking action, even when you doubt yourself, is the key to building confidence. This approach is similar to the relationship between courage and fear, where courage is acting despite fear. Robbins notes, "Confidence isn't the absence of self-doubt. It's being willing to try even though you doubt yourself." 1

       

    Breaking Patterns

    Robbins discusses how many of our behaviors and thinking patterns are on autopilot, including self-doubt and procrastination. She introduces the five-second rule as a method to interrupt these patterns and activate the prefrontal cortex, which is essential for learning new behaviors. "The moment you feel yourself hesitate, you've got a decision to make. Are you going to drift back into habits, or are you going to awaken your prefrontal cortex and drive forward?" she asks. 2

       

    Mindset Shifts

    Changing one's mindset is crucial for fostering courage and self-assurance. Robbins emphasizes the importance of behavioral activation therapy, which involves acting like the person you want to become. She explains, "If you want to be more like Lewis, act like Lewis. Follow his morning routine. Take his advice." This approach helps interrupt negative thought patterns and promotes positive actions. 3

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