In this article you will know 10 tips to activate the brain in the mornings and start your days on the right foot.
No one is saved from having a bad day. That is a reality. However, it is also true that there are many ways to increase the chances of having a great day.
Jim has a special routine to wake up his brain and you will find it below.
How to activate the brain in the morning to start the day on the right foot.
1. Remember your dreams.
By trying to remember your dreams, you are putting your brain to the test from the moment you wake up. In the following video you will learn with Jim how to do it.
2. Make the bed.
Have you ever wondered why in the military it is a requirement to make the bed as soon as they get up? It’s simple, it’s a habit of success.
3. Drink water.
It is proven that mild dehydration can alter a person’s mood, energy level and ability to think clearly. Hence the importance of drinking water to activate the brain in the morning.
Also, a glass of cold water right after you wake up will give you a great energy boost.
4. Brush your teeth with your less skilled hand.
Whenever we learn new things or try new methods, new neural connections are created. That is why the importance of brushing your teeth with your less skilled hand.
It’s also a great technique, because the difficulty alone will make you wake up faster.
5. Do breathing exercises.
Learning how to breathe correctly is essential to activate the brain in the morning. The main reason is the function of oxygen in the brain.
When you do physical activity and push yourself to the maximum, it is very difficult to think straight. We see this in athletes. For example in soccer. When the game is close to ending, you begin to see more and more inaccuracies.
Get into the habit of getting up and doing breathing exercises.
6. Drink tea.
For Jim it is essential to consume foods that help him activate his brain. Therefore, he drinks a tea that stimulates him and increases his concentration throughout the day.
These are the ingredients:
- Gotu Kola. (Also known as gotu kola or longevity herb)
- Ginkgo biloba. (Also known as Gingko or Japan walnut)
- Lion’s mane. (It’s a mushroom)
- MCT oil.
7. Fill out a journal.
Writing in the morning helps you clear your mind. Likewise, your brain must be fully awakened to write correctly.
8. Exercise.
Doing cardiovascular exercise is one of the best ways to activate the brain. This is stated by Justin Rhodes, a professor of psychology at the University of Illinois:
“Part of the reason why exercise improves cognition has to do with blood flow. Research shows that when we exercise, blood pressure and blood flow increase throughout the body, including the brain. Also, more blood means more energy and oxygen; what makes our brain work better.”
Jim clarifies that this morning routine is not his main exercise of the day. He keep in mind that it can be anything from 5-10 minutes, just to wake you up completely.
9. Have a Brain Smoothie.
This is a simple and very effective technique to activate your brain and take care of it. The smoothie consists of the following ingredients:
- Avocado: Rich in fats to nourish our brain.
- blueberries: Contains antioxidants and phytochemicals to improve cognitive function.
- Coconut oil: Rich in fats to nourish our brain, just like avocado.
- green leafy vegetables: Ideal to protect your neurons.
- soaked walnuts: They have healthy fats for brain health.
- raw cocoa: Properties that improve mood and mind.
If you are interested in preparing it, below you will find the ideal amounts. However, it should be clarified that you can keep trying until you find the measures that you like the most.
- 1/2 avocado.
- 1/4 rate of blueberries.
- 1 teaspoon of coconut oil.
- Green leafy vegetables to taste. (For example spinach)
- A handful of nuts.
- 1 teaspoon of raw cocoa.
- (Optional) 1-2 cups of almond milk.
10. Read.
Jim reads for 20 to 30 minutes. Which is a recommended amount, since at that time the brain fully wakes up and prepares you for the rest of the day.
It is also important to note that apart from awakening the brain, reading has many benefits for your life.
If you would like to read more, below you will find information of interest:
Conclution.
Activating the brain is essential to start the day with a better attitude. Also, as you adopt these habits, little by little you will see changes in your performance.
It is also important to note that the 10 tips are easy to do. It is possible that in the morning you have less time, but if you schedule correctly, you will easily free up the necessary spaces.
We hope you can get a lot of use out of these tips from expert Jim Kwik 🙂
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