Drop 033: Self-Reflection, Your Sleep Schedule and Keeping Long-Distance Relationships Alive

This week, we're focusing on precision over fluff. It's about redefining your mindset, optimizing your body, making smarter financial moves, and deepening those connections. Here’s what to expect in today’s drop ⬇️

• The transformative power of introspection.

• Aligning with your body’s natural rhythms.

• Decoding the complexities of the real estate market.

• Maintaining the vibrancy in long-distance relationships.

Let’s dive in!

Clarity Through Reflection

Every choice offers insights into our motivations and fears. Here’s how to tap into that knowledge:

• Journaling: Commit to capturing daily reflections, even briefly.

• Self-Questioning: In heightened reactions, seek the underlying emotion.

• Mindfulness: Embrace meditation for clarity and balance.

• Feedback: Trustworthy external perspectives can be enlightening.

💊 How To Take Your Dose:

Set aside 10 minutes daily for introspection. Journal, meditate, or voice-record your insights. Observe the transformative power of this consistent habit.

Body Rhythms: Harnessing Productivity

Tune into your body's natural cycle for optimal well-being:

Chronotype: a person's natural inclination with regard to the times of day when they prefer to sleep or when they are most alert or energetic.

• Discover Your Chronotype: Recognize whether you’re a morning or night person.

• Task Scheduling: Match high-demand tasks to your peak hours.

• Reduce Blue Light: Commit to screen-free time before sleep.

• Consistency: A regular sleep-wake schedule is key.

💊 How To Take Your Dose:

Identify your chronotype. Adjust your tasks and routines to enhance sleep quality. Challenge yourself to a consistent sleep schedule this month and note the improvements.

Real Estate: Strategy Over Impulse

Navigate the housing market with clarity and confidence:

• Research: Grasp market trends and align them with your financial vision.

• Location: Seek areas poised for growth.

• Expertise: Collaborate with seasoned real estate professionals.

• Long-Term View: Approach real estate as an enduring venture.

💊 How To Take Your Dose:

Invest time understanding one potential property market. Allocate daily research sessions and, by month's end, be empowered to make informed choices.

Endless Romance: Keeping Your Love Alive & Thriving

Long-term relationships require a consistent effort to keep the spark alive.

• Date Nights: Dedicate one night a week for just the two of you.

• Communicate: Regularly check in on each other's feelings and needs. This is important to make sure things don’t go left unsaid or that you’re not building up resentment.

• Surprise Elements: Random acts of love can reignite passion. Take note of what your partner likes and surprise them with that.

• Seek Counseling: If needed, professional guidance can provide tools to strengthen the bond. Having a third-party source there can help you see one another’s perspective in a different and more effective way.

💊 How To Take Your Dose:

Dedicate time this week to connect deeply with your partner. Discuss feelings, needs, and aspirations. Listen actively. Schedule a regular date—whether it's a home movie or dining out—to keep the connection vibrant. A monthly commitment can transform your bond.

This week in our exclusive interview series, we sit down with Dr. Kristen Casey. A leading clinical psychologist and the force behind Evolve Psychological Services, she shares her insights and journey. Dive into her story and explore the nuances of emotional well-being.

Read the full interview with Kristen by clicking below! ⬇️

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That's a wrap for Drop 033! We'll see you on Friday for some "Extra Sauce" 😏🍝 Remember — 1 Step At A Time, 1 Day At A Time, 1% Better, Together. ☝️👆

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