Do This First (Daily Motivational Podcast)

Today, we’re talking about toxic people. Unfortunately, whether it's through work or our own families, and friends, we have all encountered toxic people. I always find it helpful to define what that actually means. A toxic person is someone who constantly brings negativity, drama, and harm into our lives.  In this podcast episode, we'll talk about a couple of strategies that will help manage...

Yesterday, we spoke about The Five Hour Rule. What it is, how to do it, and the numerous health benefits associated with this simple but highly effective personal development tool. Today, we’re going to zero in on the how. What should you be focusing on for one hour five days a week? Is it really enough time to learn anything? What are some of the things you should, and shouldn’t do during that de...

What does The Suck, Warren Buffett, and Oprah have in common? They are practitioners of the 5 Hour Rule. On this podcast episode we'll discuss how this simple, and straightforward tool can set you on a direct path to success in all areas of your life!

What do  3x Oscar winner Meryl Streep, Oprah Winfrey, and Jeff Bezos have in common? Despite being leaders in their respective fields, they have all experienced imposter syndrome. In this episode, we talk about what it is, and what to do to help you manage, and potentially move past this phenomenon..

Today, we are finalizing our four part series on the happy chemicals in our body that help us stay healthy, and happy.  Today, we are focusing on endorphins and the various fallacies associated with this happy chemical. We are also uncorking the perils, and pluses of endorphins in our bodies. At the ned of this episode, you'll have fun, and actionable ways to leverage endorphins in our lives.

In today's episode , the third in our four part Happy Chemicals series, we are talking about serotonin. Benchmarks are shared, and a couple of actionable suggestions to potentially get on the right track with this mood regulator.

In this episode, we're dispelling an old wives tale about dope. We’re also focusing our lens on Dopamine, and Vasopressin. The latter, is not talked about as much as the other hormones, but is nonetheless important. There is some exciting research that might help our loved ones as they age. Dopamine and vasopressin are two essential molecules that play crucial roles in the intricate workings of th...

Today, we’re kicking off a four part series on the happy chemicals in our body that help us stay healthy, and happy.  The four main, and naturally occurring chemicals are Serotonin, dopamine, endorphins, and oxytocin. Today we’ll start with Oxytocin. I think it is really important to understand what it is, what it does, and why it's important. We’ll also take a deeper dive into harnessing its...

Today, we are doubling down on Happiness by providing 10 additional actionable ways to keep the natural immune boosting chemicals flowing in your body. Also check out Podcast 22 titled Self Love, and Podcast 39 Super Size You.

Today, we are doubling down on Happiness by providing 10 actionable ways to keep a smile on your face and those natural immune boosting chemicals flowing in your body, and 10 more ways in tomorrow’s episode for a total of 20 actionable steps towards happiness..

You’re listening to Do This First, a daily personal development podcast that focuses on science backed actionable steps towards your best year ever!  I’m your host Sana. Yesterday, we spoke about Toxic Success and four actionable ways to lean in on the positive factors of goal achievement. Today, we are talking about true Happiness. Happiness is a core aspect of being human. Throughout histor...

Toxic Success refers to the achievement of one's goals or objectives at the expense of others in a way that is harmful or destructive. In this podcast episode, we'll unpack the perils of seeking success through toxic tactics and provide actionable steps to step into your own greatness.

Today we are talking about the science behind faith. Faith has long been seen as an intangible with no real scientific merit. However, recent studies have begun to shed light on the potential benefits of faith on health. In this podcast episode, we'll share actionable ways to build your faith muscle, and finally achieve your deepest long held dreams..

Content Warning Defy the odds! These true life stories can be a bit uncomfortable, and even unsettling, but it does show us that nothing is impossible, if you are willing to invest in your development, and work smart. Even the word Impossible says I'm possible. Never give up.

Agility, staying sharp and on top of your game is incredibly important on this journey.  Do not accept perceived limitations  such as money, age, education, culture, career, background, experience and the opinions of others. Instead, use these perceived limitations as fuel to push yourself even harder and prove that you are capable of achieving your goals despite any obstacles in your wa...

Identify your dreams, pursue them with unwavering determination, and turn them into reality. That quote came by way of Jack Canfield. He is one of the most successful authors and personal development coaches of our time. But it didn't start out that way. As the story goes Jack Canfield faced numerous rejections before finding success with his "Chicken Soup for the Soul" series. In fact, he was rej...

Reflecting effectively without judgement is a critical part of embracing the positive power of belief. Self-reflection is a critical component of personal and professional growth. By taking the time to pause, evaluate, and analyze our actions, thoughts, and behaviors, we can gain valuable insights into our strengths, weaknesses, values, and goals. Through self-reflection, individuals can identify...

The Power of Belief is scientifically proven to have a significant impact on an individual's physical and mental well-being. Studies have shown that individuals who have strong beliefs in their ability to overcome challenges and achieve their goals are more likely to experience positive outcomes.  In this podcast episode, we'll provide six actionable ways to build the belief muscle, and harne...

In this podcast episode we discuss a couple of revolutionary techniques that will help you destress, and improve your overall wellness.

Got stress? Everyone does. In this podcast episode, we'll talk about the four stress languages, and powerful ways of reducing stress while having fun!

Today we're talking about emotional triggers and how to make them work for you instead of against you. We share a compelling case study y way of famed Dutch Painter Vincent Van Gogh, and provide actionable steps to identify, and manage emotional triggers.

Unfortunately, There is a long list of celebrities, business leaders, politicians, and more that have endured embarrassment, ridicule, and even tarnished their legacies due to unfortunately emotional reactions, and decisions. These instances serve as stark reminders of the power emotions hold over our actions and the potential consequences they can have on our personal and professional lives In th...

We all have them no matter how optimistic, and positive we may be, there are moments when we wonder, why did I get out of bed today? Lol.. Well, I want this podcast episode to help you turn bad into better every single time. 

Today, we’re talking about failing the right way. Yes, there is such a thing as failing the right way. Failing the right way means embracing failure as an opportunity for growth and learning. It involves approaching failure with a positive mindset and using it as a stepping stone towards success. Featured: Nasa Adulting Tough Mindset Humility Listen to my unreleased music here

Creative problem solving is an imperative skill to have in life. As we discussed in our previous episode, it can really help you clear the weeds and become more effective in your decision making process. But like anything, there are a couple of pitfalls to watch out for that can hamper our best efforts such. In this podcast episode, we'll discuss the tell tale signs of faulty problem solving, and...