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Connection to Self | The First Pillar of Mental Fitness

In this episode, Dave and Luke introduce the first pillar of mental fitness: connection to self. Rather than focusing on productivity hacks or motivation tactics, this conversation invites listeners to slow down and look inward. Dave and Luke challenge the idea that most struggles stem from laziness, proposing instead that many challenges are rooted in a lack of awareness. Throughout their conversation, the hosts explore how self-awareness turns reactivity into intentional living. Dave and Luke unpack emotional avoidance, the impact of constant stimulation, and the connection between naming emotions and decision-making. This episode sets a calm, insightful foundation, reminding listeners that mental fitness isn’t about fixing yourself. It’s about understanding yourself. Chapters [Start] What is Mental Fitness: Dave and Luke introduce the concept of mental fitness and its foundation of awareness. 01:57 Awareness vs. Overthinking: A breakdown of self-awareness and how it creates space between stimulus and response. 03:07 Emotional Avoidance: How productivity, distraction, and overstimulation can mask unresolved emotions. 07:33 Regulating the Brain: An explanation of how labeling emotions reduces reactivity and improves decision-making. 21:18 Choosing Boredom and Stillness: Why intentional boredom and quiet reflection are essential skills in a world of constant stimulation. Links and Resources (https://www.elizachat.com/) Sign up for early access and get 3 months free with NUE - Your Mental Fitness (https://talkwithnue.com/) Platform (https://talkwithnue.com/) ElizaChat - Your Personal Mental Fitness Coach (https://www.elizachat.com/)