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The 5 Minute Secret to Changing Your Life |Alex Ikonn, The 5 Minute Journal


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What if the secret to happiness, clarity, and success took just 5 minutes a day?

In this episode, we sit down with Alex Ikonn — co-founder of the viral sensation The Five Minute Journal, used by the likes Emma Watson, Tim Ferriss, and millions of others. From being fired at a bank to building a 7-figure business and redefining personal fulfillment, Alex shares the mindset hacks, journaling techniques, and life lessons that transformed his journey.

🎙️ In this episode:

  • Why The Five Minute Journal works (science + psychology behind it)

  • How to build morning habits that shift your brain toward gratitude and growth

  • From burnout to breakthrough: Alex's honest story of success and emptiness

  • The real power of physical journaling in an AI world

  • What happens when CEOs, creatives, and everyday people start writing things down

    🔍 Topics Covered:

    • Self-growth & Gratitude Journaling

    • Mindset Shifts for Success

    • How to Be Happier (Backed by Neuroscience)

    • Mental Health & Daily Habits

    • From Idea to Impact: Building a Movement

    • Celebrity Endorsements and Brand Building

    • Finding Fulfilment in Work and Life

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