Shadowing Practice: How to Prevent Brain Fog | 3 Easy Steps! - Learn English Speaking with Video
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Hi lovelies, it's Jess and welcome back to my channel.
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Today I'm going to share with you three steps for reducing brain fog.
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It's that cloudiness, forgetfulness, feeling really tired, mentally drained.
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It's often the first thing that we experience before we end up suffering from burnout.
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So it's really important to pick up on these little early warning signs and address them effectively.
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And Winston so badly wants to be in this video, buddy.
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No. Also, before we get into today's video, a reminder, I'll leave a link to all of my resources down below in the description box,
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including the link to pre -order my new book, Work -Life Balance Survival Guide.
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So if you want to improve your productivity and essentially get all the important things done without feeling overwhelmed or burning out,
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then this is the book for you if you want to optimize your days and stress less.
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So go and click the link down below and pre -order after this video.
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But let's get straight into my three easy steps to reduce brain fog.
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So first I just want to talk about what is brain fog.
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So brain fog is a huge barrier to productivity and our personal well -being but it's so commonly experienced.
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So how does it manifest?
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Basically brain fog can manifest as having trouble staying on task, forgetfulness, making frequent errors you wouldn't normally make,
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feeling mentally tired and finding it really hard to focus or even just having And personally, I've experienced brain fog.
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I'm not completely immune to it, but there are things that I can do to pick up on these warning signs really early.
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And that way I can overcome it really quickly so
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that it's not holding me back from achieving what I want to be doing.
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And it's also not basically ruining my life because when you experience severe brain fog, it's so hard to even show up in your own relationships.
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Personally, one experience I've had of brain fog was last year,
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a girlfriend of mine come over for tea and she was so excited talking about her business,
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but I was so mentally drained and tired because I really couldn't access a lot of the other
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typical forms of self -care when I was in these lockdowns.
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And I was also a little bit overworked.
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And I really found it hard to stay on track in that conversation
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I felt like I was getting a really bad headache or a migraine and I just felt so overwhelmed.
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Honestly, it was like my brain felt literally fried.
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I was just so tired.
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And because I know how it feels to be in that situation and experience brain fog,
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I wanted to share the three most effective things that I do that have helped me a lot.
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And I know it's going to help you too.
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So let's get straight into them.
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Go all the way back to seven years ago and you can watch those videos.
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But step one for reducing brain fog is to switch off.
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You have to allow your mind to switch off because your brain is tired.
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If you think about physical exhaustion, you physically have to rest.
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Mental exhaustion, it's the same.
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You mentally have to rest.
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You have to allow your body to do things that enable your mind to switch off.
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just focusing on the birds and the trees or lying in the sun
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Even creative hobbies and art or anything
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that you do with your hands to get out of your head and into your body, it's so grounding.
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So gardening, pottery, all that sort of stuff.
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Side note, the other week I was away with Adam
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and I had a long hot bath for one hour and 45 minutes.
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That was a world record, but I wasn't experiencing brain fog.
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It was just a preventative measure.
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We'll say that.
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That and I just honestly could live in the bath for several hours at a time.
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Step two is mindful meditation.
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I am really learning a lot about the benefits and the benefits are just so wide.
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They are amazing.
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So mindfulness meditation is when you focus more on your body or your breathing.
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Again, it's allowing your brain to refocus, to re -oxygenate, but to really switch off
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because you're only aware of such simple things such as body awareness or breath awareness.
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So it's a really good antidote for brain fog.
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And then the third step that I would always take when I experience brain fog is to exercise.
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experiencing brain fog as part of complete burnout, then be really mindful of the kind of exercise you're doing in case you're quite exhausted.
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Then things like relaxing yoga and yin or just going for a nice little walk can be plenty.
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But exercising is a great way to overcome brain fog.
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So I listened to a great podcast the other day talking about the importance of exercise.
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And I learned that our body releases neurochemicals that help the brain and improve brain function when we exercise.
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Because these neurochemicals assist in our brain creating new neural pathways and connections.
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It also improves oxygen flow which results in improved clarity
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and concentration and when we exercise we're also getting out of our heads
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and into our bodies again which provides more opportunities for our minds to unwind.
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Now, I know I said three steps, but you've stayed to the end of the video.
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So you're getting a bonus tip as a thank you for sticking around.
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So this tip is to minimize the stretches of mental work to 90 minutes.
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So in addition to taking frequent breaks, it's important to also take a more substantial break every 90 minutes to really reduce the amount of stress
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that we're putting on our minds.
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And this is something that I've started to do, especially when I'm in the office.
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So like my larger break every 90 minutes will be going and moving my car.
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a bit of a walk to the car park, I move my car, walk all the way back up and then I'll usually make a cup of tea.
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It's a really good way to just reset and refresh
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and allow you to sustain your level of productivity throughout the day and your focus and concentration.
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So comment below letting me know which tip you found to be the most beneficial or if you've experienced brain fog
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What sort of things work for you?
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Can we please compile a list of helpful advice down in the comments?
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Because I feel like that would really benefit a lot of us.
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And of course, if you like this video, like and subscribe.
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And don't forget, links to all my resources will be down below, including my new book, Work -Life Balance Survival Guide.
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Anyway, go pre -order that if you haven't already, and I'll see you very soon with another video.
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Bye, lovelies.
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Context & Background
In the video titled "How to Prevent Brain Fog | 3 Easy Steps!", Jess discusses the common experience of brain fog—a state characterized by mental fatigue, forgetfulness, and difficulty concentrating. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing early signs of brain fog to prevent it from escalating into burnout. Drawing from personal experiences, Jess offers practical advice for overcoming this mental barrier, making the content relatable and informative. As an English learner, understanding the nuances of such discussions not only enhances language skills but also introduces you to everyday vocabulary and expressions.
Top 5 Phrases for Daily Communication
- “It’s really important to...” - A phrase to emphasize the necessity of taking action.
- “Pick up on these warning signs...” - Useful when discussing alerts or indicators in any context.
- “I really found it hard to...” - A way to express personal challenges, relevant in many conversations.
- “Allow your mind to switch off...” - A phrase that can be applied when talking about relaxation techniques.
- “It’s about being grounded...” - A useful expression when referring to staying calm and centered.
Step-by-step Shadowing Guide
One effective way to improve English pronunciation and speaking fluency is through shadowing, a technique where you mimic a speaker's words and tone. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you leverage this approach using Jess’s video as your resource:
- Choose the Right Segment: Start by selecting a short segment of Jess's video, perhaps where she explains brain fog. This allows you to focus on specific vocabulary and expressions.
- Listen Actively: Play the segment and listen carefully to Jess’s pronunciation and intonation. Note any phrases that resonate with you.
- Pause and Shadow: Try to shadow speak by pausing the video. Repeat what she says, imitating her tone and rhythm as closely as possible.
- Record Yourself: Use a shadowing app to record your voice while mimicking Jess. Listen to the playback to identify areas for improvement.
- Practice Regularly: Consistency is key. Dedicate time each day to practice. Over time, you’ll notice a significant improvement in your fluency and confidence in English speaking.
By engaging with the content actively and utilizing shadowing techniques, you’ll not only enhance your language skills but also gain valuable insights into topics that matter, like the effects of brain fog on mental health. Happy learning!
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