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The Busy Brain Cure with Dr. Romie Mushtaq

Dr. Romie Mushtaq, author of The Busy Brain Cure: The Eight-Week Plan to Find Focus, Tame Anxiety, and Sleep Again

In this insightful episode of The Happiness Practices, Phil Gerbyshak interviews Dr. Romie Mushtaq, a neurologist and author of the USA Today bestselling book The Busy Brain Cure. Dr. Romie discusses the concept of the "busy brain," its impact on mental and physical health, and offers practical steps to reclaim focus, reduce anxiety, and improve sleep through her BrainSHIFT protocol.


Key Takeaways

  • Understanding the Busy Brain: A busy brain is characterized by anxiety, ADHD, and insomnia, often due to chronic stress and neuroinflammation.

  • BrainSHIFT Protocol: S.H.I.F.T. stands for Sleep, Hormones, Inflammation, Food, and Technology. Each component addresses a critical area affecting brain health.

  • Digital Detox: Limiting digital device use, especially before bedtime, can significantly improve sleep and reduce anxiety.

  • Brain Pause: Incorporating brain pauses, such as using binaural beats for focus, helps manage stress and enhance productivity.

  • Project EVO: A study demonstrating the effectiveness of digital detox in reducing anxiety and improving well-being among corporate leaders.


Notable Quotes

  • "Happiness is stopping to celebrate all the wins along the way with some really amazing comfort food." - Dr. Romie Mushtaq

  • "Busy brain is due to a specific pattern of neuroinflammation in the brain that affects your entire biological clock." - Dr. Romie Mushtaq

  • "Digital detox before bedtime can be more effective than anti-anxiety medications." - Dr. Romie Mushtaq

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