I was first exposed to Dr. Joe Dispenza through an episode of Impact Theory and found him to be very interesting. Joe has a way of taking complex scientific topics and breaking them down in a way that the average Joe can make sense of. Through Dr. Dispenza’s work I’ve started to see just how profound the power of thought can be in my own life. Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself is a fascinating dive into subjects including epigenetics, neuroplasticity, biochemistry, meditation, and more.
I’ve always been fascinated by the law of attraction, yet have been skeptical of its applicability in everyday life. In theory it makes sense, but how does it actually translate to making changes in your life? Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself does a great job at linking the power of thought to proven brain and biochemistry research. Dr. Joe describes how our hardwired habits are related to specific physiological truths. For anyone that isn’t satisfied with the vague idea of “ask, believe, and you shall receive”, this book is for you. Dr. Joe goes much deeper than cliche sayings and is able to illustrate the processes behind getting what you desire out of life.
One of my biggest takeaways from reading this book is the idea that most of us are constantly living in the past or future, very rarely are we actually wholeheartedly present in the moment. I’ve been practicing meditation on and off for a while now. The benefits have always been clear to me, but reading this book has given me a deeper understanding of the neurochemical process underlying the practice. I now have a much greater appreciation for the power of thought and true self. I’m far from perfect in my practice, yet I know this is a never-ending journey and I already have everything I need within me.
Another powerful concept Dr. Joe drives home is just how malleable humans can be. New research suggest that’s our personalties and intelligence levels are determined by roughly 50% hardwiring and 50% environment. The idea of neuroplasticity suggests that we have the ability to change ourselves significantly throughout our life. Our habits are not the result of a predefined destiny. They are influenced by neurological patterns that have become engrained deep into our being. The refreshing takeaway is that we have the ability to recognize, unwind, and alter these habits at any time. It’s not a simple process, yet ultimately the choice rests with us.
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