Thinking about things more logically about stress and work can hae a positive powerful impact. We looked previously at the law of attraction and how this makes you far more successful over time, as people look at your as calm and in control.

But why is it that people think this way? Why can't most people control their emotions and stay calm? Why is "panic" our default response?

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When faced with a stressful situation, your beliefs and associations come into play. Working on changing those beliefs and associations can alter and aleviate some of your stress.

And further, if you prepare for stressful situations or the situations you associate with stress - you can train your mind to a new comfort level.

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Some of this was covered in the interview segments with Schuyler Diehm, and this reinforces what he said about scheduling that time in the morning for exercise, and starting the day out right.

Previously, in Episode 35, we went through how it all starts with the mind.

And today in Episode 38, we're talking about improving mental health with the right foods and sleep, and how to take care of hunger and tiredness to maximize productivity and mood.

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In episode 36, I described the fight or flight response and how dopamine, epinephrine and cortisol, among other neurotransmitters can result in the fight or flight response.

But stress can trigger a similar response in the brain and body, albeit not quite as potently. Stress can suppress immune function and digestion, give you a certain amount of tunnel vision, dread and anxiety, etc. And over time, stress can negatively effect your ability to relax and enjoy life.

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The Myth of Multi Tasking

12 Reasons To Stop Multi Tasking Now

Why Multi Tasking Is Bad For You

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2nd Brain - the gut - the enteric nervous system or ENS- influences mood and sleep, among other things. Schuyler delves into more on this fascinating topic.

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Special Guest: Schuyler Diehm.