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Elevate Letter #9

Today at a Glance:

• ✅️Mind: The 7 Habits I Wish I Started Sooner—#3 Changed Everything

• 🌞Health: 7 Simple Eating 'Rules' that can 10x your Digestion. (without antacids)

• 💰Wealth: 5 Rare Skills That Will Pay You Forever If You Learn Them

• 🙎‍♂️Relationships: How to become a Super- Communicator (7 essential techniques)

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The 7 Habits I Wish I Started Sooner—#3 Changed Everything🌞

You know how sometimes you look back and think, "Why didn’t I start that sooner?"

I had one of those moments recently.

I was reflecting on the habits I’ve built over the years—those small, consistent actions that quietly shape our lives.

But here’s the thing: not all habits are created equal.

Some make a subtle difference, while others, well, they change the game entirely.

Here are 7 habits I wish I’d started sooner, and trust me, one of them might just be the catalyst you’re looking for.

1. No phone in bed

2. 10,000 steps per day

3. Making “no” my default

4. Writing 1 “story-worthy” moment every day

5. Non-negotiable calls with loved ones

6. Listening to content on 1.5x speed

7. Using the Pomodoro Technique

These are just a few of the habits that have reshaped my life. The one that’s had the biggest impact?

Definitely #3. Saying “no” more often has given me the time and space to focus on what truly matters.

So, what about you?

Which habit has made the biggest difference in your life?

Or is there one on this list that you’re thinking of trying?

Reply to this email and let me know. I’d love to hear your thoughts.

7 Simple Eating 'Rules' that can 10x your Digestion. (without antacids)🍿

Ever felt like your digestion could use a little boost?

I’ve been there.

It turns out, the solution might be simpler than we think—no antacids required.

I used to rush through meals, multitasking like a pro, but my digestion paid the price.

Then I discovered a few simple 'rules' that completely transformed how I eat, and as a result, how I feel.

Here’s what I’ve learned:

You don’t need to overhaul your entire lifestyle to improve digestion—just follow these simple rules ‘most of the time’ and watch the magic happen.

5 Rare Skills That Will Pay You Forever If You Learn Them💰

1.Sustained Focus

Attention spans are dwindling Distraction is ever ywhere.

Simply being able to focus on one thing without interruption for 45 minutes will separate you from 98% of the population

How to improve:

Build your focus like a muscle

1. Start with 15 minute deep focus sessions

2. Increase to 20 when 15 starts to feel easy

3. Slowly your way up to 45 minutes +

2. Sales

Ok, hear me out-have you ever.

• Had a job interview

• Asked someone on a date

• Asked your child to do something

 That's sales. Negotiation and persuasion

Whether you realize it or not, you're doing some form of selling nearly every day

How to improve:

• Read Influence by Robert Cialdini

• Get rejected more often (builds thick skin)

• Find a mentor

3. Taking action

Most people's time:

• 80% thinking

• 20% action

Flip those numbers and your life will transform

• 80% action

• 20% thinking

How to improve:

• Surround yourself with action-takers

• Break your goals down into the smallest possible action steps

4. Communication

Good luck getting through life without this.

• Friendships

• Business

• Dating

• Family

• Career

Your ability to clearly communicate your thoughts impacts everything you do:

 How to improve:

• Read How to Win Friends...by Dale Carnegie

• Build your writing skills (really)

• Listen more than you speak

Discipline

Success requires consistency.

Consistency requires discipline.

Stop relying on motivation (unreliable) Start building discipline (reliable)

 How to improve:

• Start small

• Put together a short daily schedule/task list

• Prove to yourself that you can stick to it

• Slowly increase as your discipline builds

How to become a Super- Communicator (7 essential techniques)👨‍👩‍👧

1. Active Listening

2. Empathy

3. Assertiveness

4. Empowerment

5. Non- Verbal cues

6. Goals & Purpose

7. Support

Stay Elevated

~ Elevated Path