Sexy vibes are all about the brain, and you are in charge. — “Getting laid?” A friend asked with a rising eyebrow. (With a note of surprise, and unsure because it’s not something I’d say at all!) I’m a nutritionist, productivity, health and brain coach. What does any of that have to do with getting laid? …

Best in class for motivation, confidence and learning boost. They work — don’t get too smart! — I gave this talk at the beginning of the year. “Focused Brain Nutrition and Lifestyle” was the title. On that stage and right before it I felt very confident and motivated! I didn’t forget a single thing I planned to try — even using a “standing ovation” trick from the…

What to eat for breakfast to increase the production of neurotransmitters (chemicals produced in the brain) essential for focus. — Originally published on Entrepreneur.com Being able to deliver our best work exactly when we need it — to deliver that talk, presentation, elevator pitch, to make that sale, persuade potential investors and customers, powerfully influence our audience every day — is a crucial skill, one that can lead to long-term…

“Angela, so what do I have for breakfast to turn on my genius brain for the day?” A weekend brunch. Out with friends. We are chatting about who’s been up to what — interesting project, work in progress or about to begin, our aha moments, cool tools we’ve discovered recently…

Brain coach’ weekend reading. Instead of the Sunday paper. — As I’m a brain coach with professional certifications in nutrition, integrative health and image consultancy (among other things like interior design and raw vegan cooking) — it doesn’t surprise me to read articles about “cutting edge” studies, confirming what in practice has been known for decades. That our brain doesn’t…

Elon Musk and other leaders do it before breakfast. — “What is it you do exactly as a brain performance coach?” A friend asked me recently when we got together to chat about how things are in life and business. It’s always easy to start with an example, with a story. THE MOTIVATION DILEMMA FOR LONG-LIVING MAMMALS Do you remember when was the last time you…

And all that’s wrong with work-life boundaries. — What’s burnout? Over the past few days the word “burnout” was mentioned in a few conversations I had with entrepreneurs, business owners, and digital nomads (while recording podcasts, doing research for remote teams coaching, and while coaching my clients). In some cases the word itself wasn’t mentioned, instead, people would say, “I’m…

Neuroscience research simplified. Simplest tools to get unstuck in your diet, fitness, relationships and income level. — I woke up feeling uncomfortable. Like my heart was unsettled. Do you know the feeling? Sometimes it feels like some doomsday scenario is upon me, like something got to be done right now, and I’m not doing it. All the negative thought patterns start coming up along with this feeling.

Having followed the different appearances of the Dalai Lama in media, having observed his behavior, very cheerful and balanced demeanor, the way he expresses himself, his energy levels and vitality, I’ve wondered this morning, “I bet the Dalai Lama eats meat or some animal products. …