Why Your Brain Dictates Your Reality and 5 Ways to Boost It w/ John R. Miles EP 136

John R. Miles - How to build the brain you cherish. | Brought to you by Trade Coffee (https://drinktrade.com/passionstruck) and Babbel (https://babbel.com/passionstruck). In today's episode of the Passion Struck Podcast, I will be providing you with in-depth information on the fascinating organ we call the brain through the amazing story of Phineas Gage. I will educate you on how vital your brain health is to your reality and experience of life. Lastly, I will show you 5 key ways through which it can be kept healthy and improved for optimum functionality. Sponsors: * Babbel is the new way to learn a foreign language. Save up to 60% off your subscription when you go to https://babbel.com/PASSIONSTRUCK. * Enjoy great coffee with Trade Coffee. Get a total of $30 off your first order plus free shipping when you go to https://drinktrade.com/passionstruck. * Our Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/passionstruck Thank you for listening to the podcast. I hope you keep up with the weekly videos I post on the channel, subscribe to, and share your learnings with those who need to hear them. Your comments are my oxygen, so please take a second and say 'Hey' ;). -- ► Subscribe to My Channel Here: https://www.youtube.com/c/JohnRMiles Show Links Questions that you and your friends or family members can discuss about this episode: Discuss with your friends and families the complexity of the brain.What did you find most inspiring about the story of Phineas Gage?What can you learn about the brain from Gage's story?What is the most fascinating thing about the brain?What steps will you stake after hearing today’s episode to change your behavior and choices? Interested in reading the transcript for the episode? Check it out here. My interview with Gretchen Rubin: https://passionstruck.com/gretchen-rubin-the-key-to-happiness/My interview with former Dr. Michelle Segar: https://passionstruck.com/dr-michelle-segar-the-joy-choice/My interview with David Vago on Meditation:  https://passionstruck.com/dr-david-vago-on-self-transcendence/Are you having trouble prioritizing yourself? John discusses the importance of self-love in Episode 104 Time Stamps 0:00 Announcements3:00 Why your brain determines your reality5:11 Story of Phineas Gage and its impact on brain research9:40 How do you re-wire the brain for peak performance?10:02 The impact of diet on a healthy brain11:38 The impact of exercise on brain performance14:17 The impact of music on brain performance15:40 The impact of sleep on brain performance17:21 The impact of meditation on brain performance19:00 Synthesis and wrap up Follow John on the Socials: * Twitter: https://twitter.com/Milesjohnr * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnrmiles.c0m * Medium: https://medium.com/@JohnRMiles ​* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/john_r_miles * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/milesjohn/ * Blog: https://johnrmiles.com * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/passion_struck_podcast/ * Gear: https://www.zazzle.com/store/passion_struck/ -- John R Miles is a serial entrepreneur and the CEO and founder of Passion Struck. This full-service media company helps people live intentionally by creating best-in-class educational and entertainment content. John is also a prolific public speaker, venture capitalist, and author named to the ComputerWorld Top 100 IT Leaders.Pre-Order The Mattering Effect: https://matteringeffect.com/. Take the 90-second diagnostic to see if you're disappearing.Explore the Show: https://passionstruck.com/starter-packs/. New to Passion Struck? Start with the best episodes curated for you.Connect with JohnWebsite: https://johnrmiles.comBook John to Speak: https://johnrmiles.com/speaking/Substack: https://www.theignitedlife.net/Children’s Book — You Matter, Luma: https://youmatterluma.com/Support the Movement: https://startmattering.com/. Every human deserves to feel seen, valued, and like they matter. Wear it. Live it. Show it.Passion Struck — #1 Alternative Health Podcast. 85M+ downloads.DisclaimerThe Passion Struck podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. The views and opinions expressed do not necessarily reflect those of Passion Struck or its affiliates. This podcast is not a substitute for professio