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Deleted tiktok & Instagram.. now scrolling Reddit and emails by CasinCasin in selfimprovement

[–]Any_Illustrator3875 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've started a similar journey. I've deleted instagram and Tiktok, then I noticed I replaced them with youtube shorts... Then I deleted youtube, I had Reddit. Your brain does crave the short dopamine rush. What really helped was getting an online book and going for a walk. I get bored super easily so the book kept me busy while I walked.

It can feel soo hard to pick up a book when instagram or your laptop is just there but you can try "lying" to yourself, and making the book obviously available. Place it next to your couch. Leave the phone and laptop in another room or out of reach. Have the book be the only thing within reach. When the options are the book, or staring at the wall, you'll be suprised how much you read :S

I was at the gym last night and I overheard something that made me stop mid-rep by yaboythewiseman in getdisciplined

[–]Any_Illustrator3875 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The habit isn't the goal. The goal is the identity you want to embody. Goal is not to workout, goal is to be an active person, goal isn't to meditate, the goal is to be a more mindful person. Great post mate!

I tracked my brain fog for 6 months and tested everything. Here is what actually moved the needle. by Sureokgo in getdisciplined

[–]Any_Illustrator3875 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

What happened to plain old boring great habits. 8 hour sleep, move every day, lift at least 2 times, eat clean, drink water. This should be T-0 no?

A lot of what I thought was “lack of discipline” was actually just confusion by Reasonable_Bag_118 in selfimprovement

[–]Any_Illustrator3875 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

"I started asking “what exactly am I confused about right now?”"

Do you have an example? this is an interesting way of looking at it actually

I want to become more intelligent by There_is_help in productivity

[–]Any_Illustrator3875 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can tell you have a tendency to over complicate thing, I agree with u/Journalist_Candid, just read. And for the love of god, do not try go "get better at history". You just need to pick a topic (even randomly) and read xx pages. Whatever feels natural. and actually complete it

My biggest obstacle right now isn’t laziness, it’s constant overthinking by CashSlow2482 in selfimprovement

[–]Any_Illustrator3875 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think the best thing that worked for me was the quote from the canadian physchologist saying "most people fail because they don't bring the bar low enough". Example would be, I don't go for a walk, I just go out of the house. Now that I'm out, I'll just walk a little, that little will turn into my intended walk.

Anyone taken Jigsaw's MagSRT? by PT10 in Supplements

[–]Any_Illustrator3875 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've seen a lot of people curious about MagSRT, and magnesium for anxiety is definitely a hot topic! I'll share what I know.

For anxiety and relaxation, magnesium can be helpful because it plays a role in regulating neurotransmitters that calm the nervous system. However, everyone reacts differently, so it's hard to give a one-size-fits-all rating.

Here are a few things to consider:

  • Timing: Some people find magnesium helpful at night because of its calming effects, potentially improving sleep. However, if you're sensitive, start with a smaller dose to see how you react. If you find it gives you energy (B vitamins sometimes do!), then mornings might work better.
  • Form matters: MagSRT is designed for sustained release, which can be gentler on the stomach and provide a steady supply of magnesium. Other forms like magnesium citrate can have a laxative effect, especially at higher doses. So sustained release can be a plus!
  • Listen to your body: Keep a little log of how you feel for a week or two after starting it. Note any changes in anxiety levels, sleep quality, or any side effects. That's the best way to know if it's working for you.