Part 1: The Mental Toolkit for Optimal Self-Improvement

5 Habits for Optimal Self-Improvement (Part 1)

Tired of the all-or-nothing approach that leaves you burnt out?

Host Dylan England is here to strip down the old and help you rebuild a better you with clarity, courage, and practical strategies.

In this episode, Dylan digs into Part 1 of his essential habits, sharing a compelling story about two gardeners, Alex and Robert, that perfectly illustrates the power of small, consistent effort over grueling, infrequent marathons. Learn why daily habits beat 'all or nothing' every single time, and discover the first five strategies you can start implementing this week to stop settling and start evolving.

Dylan breaks down the first 5 of 10 essential habits for improving your life, focusing on consistency over intensity:

1. Move Daily (Non-Negotiable):

   • It doesn't have to be extreme—10 minutes of walking, biking, or pickleball beats zero minutes.

   • Consistency builds momentum, leading to increased energy, clarity, and satisfaction.

   • The benefits: improved focus, reduced pain, and opportunities for community if you join a facility.

2. No Phone or Distraction Window:

   • Constant scrolling triggers dopamine, exhausting the neurotransmitters that motivate you to take real action.

   • Doom scrolling kills critical thinking and rewires your brain for instant gratification and a shorter attention span.

   • Cortisol release from constant alerts causes stress, anxiety, and mental/physical fatigue.

3. Get Organized and Clean Space:

   • Eliminate visual stress and triggers that ruin your ability to perform deep work.

   • A simplified, dedicated space (like a desk for work and a separate gym area) makes execution easier and provides mental clarity. (Beware of "productive procrastination" from over-cleaning!)

4. Meal Prep and Choose Nutrition:

   • Prepping meals saves time and prevents decision fatigue and unnecessary daily stress.

   • Having a plan prevents impulsive, emotional food choices that often lead to lethargy and an unhealthy spiral.

5. Plan the Week in Advance:

   • “Plan your day or someone will plan it for you.” A lack of progress is often a priority issue, not a time issue.

   • Planning is like sharpening your axe—it allows you to be proactive, set yourself up for success, and feel accomplished at the end of the day.

   • Bonus: Pre-planning also ensures you schedule in your downtime and fun time!

Ready to take the plunge and implement these habits? Here’s where you can find Dylan's support:

• Free Workout Plan: Get your movement momentum started! Find it in the "Coaching" section under "Downloadable Programs" on the website.

• Intentions Journal: Download and print this journal to help you define what’s most important and what you need to do next to feel accomplished.

• Revamp Community: For those who want more structured guidance and a community to join, check out the Revamp program.

  • Find all these resources at: EnglandCoaching.com

Dylan wants to know: Which of these 5 habits are you willing to start implementing this week?

Don't miss Part 2!

Tune in next week as Dylan continues the list, focusing on how to gain clarity and efficiency in your self-improvement journey.