True confidence. You have a true feeling of being self-efficacious. You know you can get things done.
Organized, but not compulsive. Keep an orderly home or office and keep lists and make plans.
A high sense of duty. You have a strong sense of moral obligation.
Achievement-oriented. Drive to be successful at whatever you do and have a strong sense of direction.
Persistence. You have the ability to stay in track despite the obstacles that might come your way.
Thoughtfulness. You are disposed to think through possibilities and the consequences of your behavior before acting.
8 Steps to Boost Your Conscientiousness:
“Then What?” Always carry this question with you. Think about the consequences of your behavior before you act.
Protect your brain from injury or toxins. This one should be obvious!
Get 8 hours of sleep. Less sleep equals lower overall blood flow to the PFC and more bad decisions.
Keep your blood sugar balanced throughout the day. Research studies say that low blood sugar levels are associated with lower overall blood flow to the brain, poor impulse control, irritability and more bad decisions. Have frequent smaller meals throughout the day that each have at least some protein.
Optimize your omega three fatty acid levels by eating more fish or taking fish oil. Low levels of omega three fatty acids have also been associated with ADD, depression, Alzheimer’s disease, and obesity.
Use your One Page Miracle. I call this exercise the One Page Miracle because it makes such a dramatic difference in the lives of those who practice it. Your mind is powerful and it makes happen what it sees. Focus and meditate on what you want.
You have to practice using your PFC. Self control is like a muscle. The more you use it the stronger it gets. This is why good parenting is essential to helping children develop self-control. If we gave in to our eight-year-old every time she wanted something or threw a temper tantrum we would raise a spoiled, demanding child. By saying no and not giving in to tantrums, we teach her to be able to say no to herself. To develop your PFC you need to do the same thing for yourself, practice saying no to the things that are not good for you and over time you will find it easier to do.
Balance your brain chemistry. Issues such as ADD, anxiety and depression decrease self-control. Getting help for these problems is essential to being in control of your life. Trying to use willpower to control your behavior when your sleep is off, omega-3 fatty acids or blood sugar levels are low, or your brain chemistry is off is nearly impossible.
Be the Boss of Your Life and Your Longevity It is the quality of your decisions that will help you live a long time… or kill you early.
By applying the principles on Brain Fit Life, you can boost your prefrontal cortex and have much better control of your health and your destiny. You CAN be the boss of your life, instead of allowing your cravings – or the food pushers – to take your life early.
A little forethought (and appropriate anxiety) is all that is required. When evaluating a decision, step back and ask yourself, “Is this really in my best interest?Will this make me better, stronger, healthier, or more passionate?Or, will this steal from my life?” Choose to be in charge. Become the CEO of your long, healthy, vibrant, meaningful life.