Drop 035: Unlocking the Power of Vitamins, Plant-Based Diets, and More! 🌱✨

Happy Labor Day! We hope that you had a great day of rest today. Here’s what we’ve got in Drop 035 to set your short week up for success ⬇️

• The magic of vitamins for your mind

• The benefits of a plant-based diet

• Unraveling the psychology behind your spending

• Rekindling the joy of past relationships

• An exclusive interview with Nicodemus Christopher, author and Performance Coach of Denver Nuggets’ forward Michael Porter Jr.

Let’s dive in!

Vital Vitamins: Nourishing the Mind

Our minds, like our bodies, require specific nutrients to function optimally. Curious about which vitamins are most important for you to take? We’ve got you covered. Let’s take a look and see how each vitamin plays a pivotal role in relieving stress, mental clarity, mood regulation, and overall cognitive health.

• Vitamin B12: Essential for nerve function. A deficiency can lead to fatigue and cognitive impairments.

• Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Found in fish oil, they help in mood regulation and can combat depression.

• Vitamin D: Often sourced from sunlight, it plays a role in mood stabilization and can ward off seasonal depression.

• Antioxidants (Vitamin C & E): Protect the brain from oxidative stress, which can lead to age-related cognitive decline.

• Folate: Supports brain function and reduces the risk of certain mental disorders.

💊 How To Take Your Dose:

Now that you’re in the know about these vitamins, it’s time to take them daily. This week, go to your local store or vitamin shop and pick up these vitamins. Ask someone in the store for more details on which brand is the best to take and to gain clarity about any other questions you might have.

If you have more questions about vitamin consumption or want to add vitamin-rich food to your daily meals, think about consulting with a nutritionist to create a supplement plan tailored to your needs.

Green Eating: A Win For You and the Planet

Embracing a plant-based diet is a lifestyle choice with beneficial health and environmental impacts. Plant-based diets aren’t for everyone, just like a diet full of beef, chicken, turkey and more is better for some than others. It’s all about choosing the diet that makes you feel best, and the one that supports your belief system and lifestyle. That being said, let’s explore the benefits of a plant-based diet:

• Heart Health: Plant-based diets are rich in fiber, antioxidants, and other heart-healthy nutrients.

• Weight Management: Naturally lower in calories and fats, aiding in easier calorie control in most instances.

• Reduced Carbon Footprint: Plant-based diets use fewer resources and produce less greenhouse gas emissions.

• Ethical Benefits: A step toward reducing animal cruelty in the food industry.

• Diverse Nutrient Intake: A wide variety of plants means a broader range of essential nutrients.

💊 How To Take Your Dose:

Adopting a plant-based diet is a holistic approach to wellness. This week, introduce one plant-based meal. Start from there, and then as you explore new recipes, pivot to having 1-2 plant-based meals a week.

Mindful Spending: Mastering Your Money Mindset

Spending money on those new shoes or that expensive meal is tempting (trust me, I struggle refraining just like you probably do). We should all enjoy the fruits of our labor; however, we should also be responsible. Our habits can often mirror our emotions, which leads us to make poor choices. By understanding the psychology behind our purchases, we can make more empowered financial decisions.

• Emotional Spending: Recognize when you're buying out of stress, sadness, or boredom.

• Needs vs. Wants: Before purchasing, pause and assess if it's a genuine need or a fleeting want.

• The "Sale" Trap: Just because it's on sale doesn't mean it's a good buy. Evaluate its true value.

• Budgeting: Allocate funds for different categories and stick to them.

• Mindful Reflection: At the end of each month, review your spending patterns and adjust accordingly.

💊 How To Take Your Dose:

Financial wellness is achieved not just by earning but by spending wisely. Start a spending journal. For a week, jot down every purchase and the emotion behind it. Reflect and adjust.

Bonus Tip: When you’re about to buy something online, stop yourself. Wait 24 hours and then if you still want the thing, get it. If not, you just saved yourself the consequences of another unneeded impulse purchase.

Rekindling Connections: The Beauty of Old Bonds

Relationships evolve, and sometimes we drift apart. Yet, the joy of reconnecting with old friends or family can be immensely fulfilling. Let’s explore the beauty of reviving past bonds.

• Reaching Out: A simple message or call can reignite a lost connection.

• Reminisce Together: Sharing old memories can strengthen bonds.

• Acknowledge Changes: People change; embrace the new while cherishing the old.

• Plan Regular Catch-ups To Stay Connected: Whether virtual or in-person, make time for each other.

• Forgive and Move Forward: Let go of past grievances, share new boundaries that you have in order to make this connection work, and focus on building a brighter future.

💊 How To Take Your Dose:

Rekindling old relationships can be a source of joy and comfort. Reach out to one person you've lost touch with this week. Share a memory, ask about their life, and see how you can reignite a friendship in a healthy and mature way for both yourself and your friend. Remember, this won’t happen overnight, but effort and change can go a long way.

This week in our exclusive interview series, we sit down with Nicodemus Christopher. Nicodemus is known as the Performance Coach of Michael Porter Jr.— the NBA Champion forward of the Denver Nuggets, and author of Out Of Order: Unleashing The Power of Journaling to Draw You Out of Chaos and Into Fulfillment

Even more important to him than his most important client is the importance of going after what scares you, and finding peace even when there is chaos. He sat down with us to share how journaling has helped him and how he's using these practices to help others. Read the full interview with Nicodemus by clicking below! ⬇️

That's a wrap for Drop 035! 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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