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On listing to music, get a record player and some records. It really forces you to be very deliberate. You even have to lift and lower the needle, and change sides when it comes to an end. It's helped me cure my dopamine thing. Good luck team.
On top of all the things you said in this video- breaking the concept down into bite sized pieces and the amazing insights you provided, I really appreciate how empathetic you are. You're not sneering at people who are overwhelmed and you're not contemptuous by any means. This felt like you offering a hand to someone to get up off the ground, not a leery "what are you doing on the ground? get off your lazy ass", but a genuine helping hand. So thank you for that. I love your content. Excited for more.
Thanks!! I started reading a novel a month and doing art which has made me more focused. I bounce back and forth between wanting to delete social media it’s just hard for me because I have so many memories saved and shared.
I really needed this. Never thought of seeing it as nutrition for the brain. Eating healthy comes easy to me but I literally spent 10 hours watching Jail and What Would You Do clips on my phone yesterday while doing other tasks like chores/ walking on the treadmill and even my homework and self care💀 I hate existing like this 😭
Just stumbled upon this video and I'm so grateful for it! Hope it is watched by many more people. You broke down a very complex solution into doable tasks brilliantly! I have been in a bit of a funk lately(finished a job contract, about to start another in a few months) . My job was very mentslly engaging but for the past two months I haven't been able to feel like myself.Nothing is intentional during my day and I have to make effort to even hear what my body/brain want. Two days ago I went to the cinema after months and realized how much more I enjoyed it over scrolling and just mindlessly letting Netflix decide my watchlist. Being intentional with fulfiling your needs is key.
guys is it worth it ,all of this ,I have been forcing self improvement on me from 3 years now and all i have encountered is a deep sense of self hate in the process,sure I have improved a bit but idk if it is worth it anymore....
maybe you could consider looking at it less as self improvement and a "fixing" you're supposed to force yourself, and more as true self care (which does not equal self indulgence and looks more like taking concious actions for your well being) and nurturing yourself from a place of patience and, if you can't really call it self love yet, at least a bit more of tolerance and compassion. like taking care of a wound, you don't force it. it's definitely not easy, and not fast or as pretty as we would like it to be, but it is totally possible. and maybe you're doing better than you think, just by caring enough to choose change. that by itself it's already worth it and something you should not hate yourself for. sorry for the long ass paragraph lol
It depends on the context of your “self-improvement”. Does your self improvement involve the David Goggins wake up at 5am and beat yourself up every time you make a mistake or miss a workout, or is it something like what is mentioned in this video, a balance between learning and entertainment that is sustainable with practice. Truth is all the stuff he mentions helps, but you don’t need to journal or write essays or anything (all great suggestions btw), you just need to get away from doomscrolling. There is a lot of recent studies that show the link between lack of motivation and high levels of dopamine due to incessant scrolling. You don’t need to completely change as a person, you just need to get away from stuff that is genuinely damaging to you. He even says in the video stuff like TikTok and IG reels are all ok as long as there’s reason to it. But if you’re scrolling 2 or more hours a day there’s something really wrong and it’ll just worsen your self image if it continues. You shouldn’t starve yourself of dopamine rather reward yourself for getting that bit of work done, going to the gym or some other thing that isn’t immediately entertaining. It all depends where you’re at in life.
It was worth it for me but I didn't go crazy with it or anything. I just put 10 minute time limits on social media, started getting my full 8hrs of sleep, stretching, working out, counting calories, guitar, reading and photograpy. That seems like a lot, but you'd be surprised at what can be accomplished when you're not on your phone 7hrs a day
i just watched a 50 minute long video essay without checking my phone but im so cooked that i had to take a break at the 30 minute mark to just stare at the ceiling dunno why tho
Hi josh, I think the one thing that stops me from putting the work in to fix my brain hygiene is that most people don't care to do it. I can't relate to the vast majority of people who overstimulate themselves, I think its shallow, and it makes me isolate myself and then feel lonely.
so my friends read this book called Magnetic Aura and they all started acting way more confident-one got a job they didn’t even apply for, another’s meeting all these amazing people who actually lift them up. it’s like something shifted in their vibe, not in a flashy way, just subtle and real. it’s wild tho, this book keeps getting removed so fast cuz it’s apparently too powerful-good luck finding it if you’re curious.
Lol, spot on. His advice is even more impactful because he seems to embody his own advice in so much that the confidence and his cadence of delivery are flawless. Good message man...cheers to Dr. Czuba
You need solitude--not being alone, but periods of time where you are free from the input of other people. Meaning, you're not consuming anything that someone else has created. No music, no reading, no watching videos, no conversation. Go for a walk without your phone. Go do yard work. Sit outside and drink a cup of coffee. Go to the gym without your headphones. It's not hard to find the little moments of solitude and even better if you can purposely manufacture them.
Had a habit of playing something on longer car rides ~ music, podcast, something ~ Past couple years it's not a habit anymore but something I do occasionally. It's a trip how zen a commute can be without that kind of stuff going on. So many different and interesting sounds.
Thanks for this man - I'm probably a decent bit older than you but equally as brainrotted as any zoomer lol. I miss those days when I used to read novels and just lay in bed and listen to music. This is a great way of thinking about our overstimulating world. I'm going to start straight away.
you ever meet someone who just has this natural vibe, like they’re on a different level? i found out most of my friends like that all read Magnetic Aura and they swear it’s not about pretending, just being real and not letting negativity drag you down. it’s wild how hard it is to get tho, keeps disappearing everywhere, but maybe that’s what makes it worth it
The original Secret Life of Walter Mitty with Danny Kaye is an EXCELLENT movie 👌🏻. Danny Kaye is my favorite actor of all time! Ps I feel spoiled by suddenly getting multiple new videos from you! You are one of the most inspiring channels that I follow. Thank you so much for your content. It has helped me a lot to be more productive! I struggle a lot with executive dysfunction and task initiation.
I think I found this at the right moment to be honest. I was just dealing with brain rot, literally for 5 years and 3 minutes ago. Then I get on RUclips and this pops up. Coincidence, I think not
Josh, I just wanted to say that you're one of the most well-spoken, authentic people I've found on this platform. Your video about leaving home helped me start making some intentional, lasting change in my life. Your approach to behavioral change is straightforward and compassionate, which is refreshing in a world of hustle culture. Do you still run the Seeker Society? I tried to sign up, but the page just kept giving me a 404 error.
i used to think all these energy books were just hype, but then i heard about Magnetic Aura from friends who suddenly seemed calmer, more in control, like they weren’t letting stress or negativity mess with them anymore. it’s not magic or anything, but i can’t ignore the changes i’ve seen in them since they read it. it’s hard to track down tho, so if you’re curious, you’ll need to dig a little.
not gonna lie, i wasn’t into this whole “energy” stuff till my friend handed me Magnetic Aura-she wouldn’t shut up about it and now i see why, everyone i know who read it seems more chill and magnetic in this effortless way. it’s not a magic fix but it definitely hits different. finding a copy is a hustle tho, they don’t stick around long
i thought Magnetic Aura was just another self-help trend till i saw how it’s lowkey transformed my friends-like they’re way more grounded, confident, and people just wanna be around them. it’s not fake or try-hard, they just seem real and magnetic now. it’s tricky to find tho, gets taken down quick, but worth hunting for
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im exactly who and what im supposed to be. a mindless, soulless, and confused flesh drone who only takes orders and consumes. Just as my parents, school, and society wanted me to be.
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On listing to music, get a record player and some records. It really forces you to be very deliberate. You even have to lift and lower the needle, and change sides when it comes to an end. It's helped me cure my dopamine thing. Good luck team.
cd player is good too and cds are a bit more affordable :)
@@no6mi anything that isn’t streaming is good!
@@philip6252I don't think streaming music is always bad in this regard. You can still be intentional and mindful with it
One of not many advertisements I didn’t want to skip
Yeah same! He presented in a way I almost didn't notice the ad plug when listening without watching
On top of all the things you said in this video- breaking the concept down into bite sized pieces and the amazing insights you provided, I really appreciate how empathetic you are. You're not sneering at people who are overwhelmed and you're not contemptuous by any means. This felt like you offering a hand to someone to get up off the ground, not a leery "what are you doing on the ground? get off your lazy ass", but a genuine helping hand. So thank you for that. I love your content. Excited for more.
Thanks!! I started reading a novel a month and doing art which has made me more focused. I bounce back and forth between wanting to delete social media it’s just hard for me because I have so many memories saved and shared.
its all unreal u have memories stored in your brain
save photos and delete it
I use opal to block my social media apps for certain times of the day
I really needed this. Never thought of seeing it as nutrition for the brain. Eating healthy comes easy to me but I literally spent 10 hours watching Jail and What Would You Do clips on my phone yesterday while doing other tasks like chores/ walking on the treadmill and even my homework and self care💀 I hate existing like this 😭
Just stumbled upon this video and I'm so grateful for it! Hope it is watched by many more people. You broke down a very complex solution into doable tasks brilliantly! I have been in a bit of a funk lately(finished a job contract, about to start another in a few months) . My job was very mentslly engaging but for the past two months I haven't been able to feel like myself.Nothing is intentional during my day and I have to make effort to even hear what my body/brain want. Two days ago I went to the cinema after months and realized how much more I enjoyed it over scrolling and just mindlessly letting Netflix decide my watchlist. Being intentional with fulfiling your needs is key.
7:33 I'm currently watching this video while using my phone (like a podcast), I feel attacked now lmaoo
even if you feel overwhelmed or defeated, there's still room to recover, fix things, or make progress. ❤
Insightful stuff brother.
I like your voice, so calm and relaxing 🙂
What? Haha he has a nice voice, but I have to slow down his videos because he talks so fast. Otherwise it's not relaxing at all lol
Thank you for this.
Exactly what I needed....Thankyou josh for these wonderful gems you are putting for us. Really Appreciate that bro ❤
guys is it worth it ,all of this ,I have been forcing self improvement on me from 3 years now and all i have encountered is a deep sense of self hate in the process,sure I have improved a bit but idk if it is worth it anymore....
not worth it
I’m in your same position :/
maybe you could consider looking at it less as self improvement and a "fixing" you're supposed to force yourself, and more as true self care (which does not equal self indulgence and looks more like taking concious actions for your well being) and nurturing yourself from a place of patience and, if you can't really call it self love yet, at least a bit more of tolerance and compassion. like taking care of a wound, you don't force it. it's definitely not easy, and not fast or as pretty as we would like it to be, but it is totally possible. and maybe you're doing better than you think, just by caring enough to choose change. that by itself it's already worth it and something you should not hate yourself for.
sorry for the long ass paragraph lol
It depends on the context of your “self-improvement”. Does your self improvement involve the David Goggins wake up at 5am and beat yourself up every time you make a mistake or miss a workout, or is it something like what is mentioned in this video, a balance between learning and entertainment that is sustainable with practice.
Truth is all the stuff he mentions helps, but you don’t need to journal or write essays or anything (all great suggestions btw), you just need to get away from doomscrolling. There is a lot of recent studies that show the link between lack of motivation and high levels of dopamine due to incessant scrolling.
You don’t need to completely change as a person, you just need to get away from stuff that is genuinely damaging to you. He even says in the video stuff like TikTok and IG reels are all ok as long as there’s reason to it. But if you’re scrolling 2 or more hours a day there’s something really wrong and it’ll just worsen your self image if it continues.
You shouldn’t starve yourself of dopamine rather reward yourself for getting that bit of work done, going to the gym or some other thing that isn’t immediately entertaining. It all depends where you’re at in life.
It was worth it for me but I didn't go crazy with it or anything. I just put 10 minute time limits on social media, started getting my full 8hrs of sleep, stretching, working out, counting calories, guitar, reading and photograpy. That seems like a lot, but you'd be surprised at what can be accomplished when you're not on your phone 7hrs a day
What a great essay. In a future world I hope we can even proof read for each other politely.
i just watched a 50 minute long video essay without checking my phone but im so cooked that i had to take a break at the 30 minute mark to just stare at the ceiling dunno why tho
staring at the ceiling is good, rest your eyes and give your brain some time to process
Don't let useless thoughts replace your brain rot, it's equally bad, have been there for a while.
@@soilmilkgaming5269 dumbest take ever don't follow this
Staring at the ceiling is soooo much better than brainrot
Josh! Brotha! Thank you for this. Praise be into this man 🙌🏻 Bless you, dude.
A valuable message for many today. Nice job.
this is very helpful
Thank you so much
You’re such an incredible person
Hi josh, I think the one thing that stops me from putting the work in to fix my brain hygiene is that most people don't care to do it. I can't relate to the vast majority of people who overstimulate themselves, I think its shallow, and it makes me isolate myself and then feel lonely.
thank you random guy on the internet for articulating what has been going on in my thoughts in this past 5 months
im overwhlemed
Really helpful video, thanks
so my friends read this book called Magnetic Aura and they all started acting way more confident-one got a job they didn’t even apply for, another’s meeting all these amazing people who actually lift them up. it’s like something shifted in their vibe, not in a flashy way, just subtle and real. it’s wild tho, this book keeps getting removed so fast cuz it’s apparently too powerful-good luck finding it if you’re curious.
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The problem for me is I know exactly what I need and want to do, but I can’t get myself to do those things. I just can’t use my brain
bots please magnet your aura away from this comment section
oh joshi getting paid now. congratulations broski
Thank you
It’s kinda scary that I can’t even watch this video without reading the comments and scrolling up and down my recommended videos.
I like the way you stimulate my mind and ❤
I feel pretty cooked
But you're not
@jeetbhanushali4302 thanks man hope you are well
Your voice is like a doctor or a therapist or something. It’s reassuring 😁
Lol, spot on. His advice is even more impactful because he seems to embody his own advice in so much that the confidence and his cadence of delivery are flawless. Good message man...cheers to Dr. Czuba
I don't even need to watch this video anymore. Thank you, Josh Czuba.
Unsubscribed. Great channel.
You need solitude--not being alone, but periods of time where you are free from the input of other people. Meaning, you're not consuming anything that someone else has created. No music, no reading, no watching videos, no conversation. Go for a walk without your phone. Go do yard work. Sit outside and drink a cup of coffee. Go to the gym without your headphones. It's not hard to find the little moments of solitude and even better if you can purposely manufacture them.
Had a habit of playing something on longer car rides ~ music, podcast, something ~ Past couple years it's not a habit anymore but something I do occasionally. It's a trip how zen a commute can be without that kind of stuff going on. So many different and interesting sounds.
Thanks for this man - I'm probably a decent bit older than you but equally as brainrotted as any zoomer lol. I miss those days when I used to read novels and just lay in bed and listen to music. This is a great way of thinking about our overstimulating world. I'm going to start straight away.
you ever meet someone who just has this natural vibe, like they’re on a different level? i found out most of my friends like that all read Magnetic Aura and they swear it’s not about pretending, just being real and not letting negativity drag you down. it’s wild how hard it is to get tho, keeps disappearing everywhere, but maybe that’s what makes it worth it
The original Secret Life of Walter Mitty with Danny Kaye is an EXCELLENT movie 👌🏻. Danny Kaye is my favorite actor of all time!
Ps I feel spoiled by suddenly getting multiple new videos from you! You are one of the most inspiring channels that I follow. Thank you so much for your content. It has helped me a lot to be more productive! I struggle a lot with executive dysfunction and task initiation.
I recommend Cache by Michael Haneke for anyone looking for a movie to recalibrate their attention
I think I found this at the right moment to be honest. I was just dealing with brain rot, literally for 5 years and 3 minutes ago. Then I get on RUclips and this pops up. Coincidence, I think not
ICL. Some days i will only open youtube to watch his videos - has to be my favourite person on the internet.☺️☺️
Josh, I just wanted to say that you're one of the most well-spoken, authentic people I've found on this platform. Your video about leaving home helped me start making some intentional, lasting change in my life. Your approach to behavioral change is straightforward and compassionate, which is refreshing in a world of hustle culture.
Do you still run the Seeker Society? I tried to sign up, but the page just kept giving me a 404 error.
Just something to clarify :
I will track my progress bro and i will tell u after 6 months how far can i go with this.
you are the best content creator i know and i know a lot of them
We lost him to gen z slang language 😭
i used to think all these energy books were just hype, but then i heard about Magnetic Aura from friends who suddenly seemed calmer, more in control, like they weren’t letting stress or negativity mess with them anymore. it’s not magic or anything, but i can’t ignore the changes i’ve seen in them since they read it. it’s hard to track down tho, so if you’re curious, you’ll need to dig a little.
Pretty boy with brain😭💕
your voice reminds me so much of elliot's father mr robot
Christian Slater is his name irl
dzięki
4 minutes ago you saved me
not gonna lie, i wasn’t into this whole “energy” stuff till my friend handed me Magnetic Aura-she wouldn’t shut up about it and now i see why, everyone i know who read it seems more chill and magnetic in this effortless way. it’s not a magic fix but it definitely hits different. finding a copy is a hustle tho, they don’t stick around long
I too add random letters at the end of my name to verify i am a real human person!
@@giulianonobili5527 he had to bro, all the other combinations of Siva Vemulapudi were taken
Gen z bots are so creative
This guy is in denial about his own brain rot. Kinda sad
What a joke. Yap.
nice
Very naive
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You picked my favorite movies that’s such a coincidence
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i thought Magnetic Aura was just another self-help trend till i saw how it’s lowkey transformed my friends-like they’re way more grounded, confident, and people just wanna be around them. it’s not fake or try-hard, they just seem real and magnetic now. it’s tricky to find tho, gets taken down quick, but worth hunting for
Wow you and Siva Vemulapudi are so similar, like your comments are almost identical! You guys should date.
no, i am buddy
Automatic off when someone mentions brilliant ad, sorry scuba
Automatic dislike comment when somebody doesn't realize that this guy deserves to get paid for how great his content is. Since you're not paying him how do you expect him to make any money? Thanks brilliant for paying this brilliant guy.
The man deserves a sponsorship !! What are you talking about ??
What's wrong with brilliant?
your loss, if you want to be an information purist why are you using a google service lol
mmm what if I want to be cooked though. What good is being a useful and efficient working busy body in a dogshit world crumbling under apathy
im exactly who and what im supposed to be. a mindless, soulless, and confused flesh drone who only takes orders and consumes. Just as my parents, school, and society wanted me to be.
A doomer? Lol
@SterlingSimmons22 a slightly advanced monkey whoah...
more virtue signaling bs, you aren't helping and yk it.
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