I recently came across a brilliant video from Dr. Joe Dispenza, and even though I’m not a neuroscientist, it really spoke to me as I absolutely find much sense in his work.
So, I’ve rewatched the video every day since I first saw it due to that. He explained something so simple yet powerful (and when you re-listen, you really GET what he is saying): our brain is designed to keep us safe by keeping us the same.
That means our brain actually prefers we repeat the same thoughts, emotions, and actions day after day. It’s comfortable. It feels secure. But it also means… no growth, no change, no new results in life.
Dr. Joe highlighted three key points in the video that we can all learn from:
1. The Brain Loves Comfort
Our brain wants us to stay in familiar territory, even if it doesn’t make us happy. That’s why it feels easier to stay stuck in old habits.
2. Change Happens in the Unknown
When we do something new or uncomfortable, the brain resists at first. But this is the very moment where growth happens when we consistently stick to the new.
3. New Pathways, New Life
Each time we think a new thought, feel a new emotion, or act in a new way, our brain creates a new connection. Over time, those connections form new pathways – literally rewiring our brain.
With this in mind, I felt inspired to create this blog post and share it with you, because I truly want you to have a better life and better experiences because you deserve it!
Simple Ways We Can Rewire Our Brain
Big change doesn’t always start with big actions. In fact, Dr. Joe reminds us that it’s the small, consistent steps that signal to the brain: “We’re doing things differently now!” Even if these ideas seem insignificant, they’re powerful because each little choice interrupts the old patterns and builds new neural pathways.
Here are five ways to start – with some personal experiences of how I’ve tried them myself:
Switch the routine. Try brushing your teeth with the other hand, taking a new route, or changing your morning ritual. These tiny shifts wake the brain from autopilot and prove that we’re capable of change.
I once was inspired by Bob Proctor to write with my other hand instead of my usual one. I did it daily, writing out my goal I had at that time. At first, it felt clumsy and difficult, but after a month, not only did my handwriting improve, it also became easy! That small act reminded me how quickly the brain can adapt when we challenge it with something new.
Pause before reacting. If you usually get annoyed or stressed, stop, breathe, and respond differently. Each pause teaches the brain that calmness is an option, building emotional resilience.
When my kids were young, I was often stressed as a single mum, and I’d sometimes react by shouting when things didn’t go as I liked. Someone suggested I try counting backward from 10 whenever I felt my patience slipping. At first, it was hard to remember, but soon enough, I learned to respond instead of react. My kids, who were so used to my anger, were surprised the first few times – and the amazing thing was, their behavior began to shift too (or maybe it just felt that way because I was changing me from within).
Try a new emotion. Instead of looping through worry or frustration, intentionally practice gratitude, joy, or even curiosity. By doing this, we teach our brain to choose uplifting emotions instead of defaulting to the old ones.
Not many years ago, I felt unhappy and unworthy. Then I came across a blog post about gratitude. Honestly, I didn’t think I had much to be grateful for – but I decided to follow a 100-day gratitude journey. The result? My whole life changed for the better! By practicing gratitude daily, I taught my brain to focus on blessings instead of lack, and everything around me shifted.
Learn something new. Whether it’s cooking a new recipe, learning a phrase in another language, or listening to unfamiliar music, new learning lights up the brain and creates fresh connections that keep it flexible and alive.
When I was 14 and unhappy with my English grades, I knew I had to do something different. I begged my parents to let me attend summer school in the UK, and when I was 15, they finally agreed. I studied there for three weeks, and my grades improved dramatically. That experience showed me how learning something new not only changes the brain but also deepens your understanding of the new, and has the potential of changing your future.
Move your body differently. Dance, stretch, or experiment with a new form of exercise. Physical movement is a direct way to remind the brain it can adapt and grow regardless of your age – plus, it’s fun!
It’s so easy to slump into a chair when energy is low. But I’ve recently decided that’s no longer an option for me. Every time I feel like just sitting there and feel how low my energy is, I get up and move around, or stretch. It’s still a work in progress, but I’m already noticing improvements in my posture, and I feel great afterward because I follow through on my own commands to myself. It’s a daily reminder that even small physical changes can spark big shifts in how the brain and body work together.
These steps may look simple on the surface, but each one is a small act of rewiring. The more we repeat them, the stronger those new pathways become. Over time, these “insignificant” actions add up to big, life-changing results.
And here’s the beauty of it all: each of these examples reflects exactly what Dr. Joe is teaching. Our brain want to stay comfortable and repeat old patterns – but when we chose to do something different, we step into the unknown. That’s where the magic happens. Each small change creates a new thought, a new feeling, or a new action, and over time, those become new neural pathways. It’s living proof that we don’t have to stay stuck – we really can rewire our brain and create a new future.
And this is exactly what I help others do too – recognize the old patterns that hold them back, choose new ones, and build a life that truly matches what they want. Change is possible for all of us, and it starts with one simple choice made in the present moment.
So, let me ask you: where in your own life is your brain keeping you “comfortable”? Notice it, and then try one small step in a new direction – you might be surprised how quickly your future begins to change.
Why This Matters to Me
What I love about Dr. Joe’s work is how clear and hopeful his message is: change is possible for everyone. We don’t need a lab, complicated equipment, or a degree in neuroscience. What we do need is the willingness to make different choices – small ones at first – and keep practicing them. That’s how the brain learns, and that’s how we grow.
For me, it’s really about becoming conscious. When I notice a pattern or behavior that no longer serves me, I get to ask myself: “Do I really want to keep repeating this? Or is there something better I’d like to create instead?” That simple awareness gives me the power to choose differently. And the moment I act on that awareness – whether it’s pausing before reacting, moving my body instead of sitting still, or shifting into gratitude – I know I’m teaching my brain something new.
That thought excites me, because it reminds me I’m not a victim of my past. I have the power to consciously create who I want to be – the victor of my future – starting today, one thought, one feeling, and one action at a time.
Watch the video "Your Brain Wants You to Skip This (Here’s Why You Shouldn’t)" by Dr. Joe Dispenza
This is exactly what your brain doesn’t want to hear, and that is why it is so important that you watch the full video at least once, so you can get a better conscious understanding of what is required of you to really change and make new and better decisions for your personal, and maybe, professional growth as well.
Take Action Now
This is the moment where change begins – not tomorrow, not next week, but today – right now. Dr. Joe reminds us that transformation doesn’t come from waiting for the perfect time. It comes from making one simple choice that breaks the pattern and tells your brain: “We’re doing things differently now.”
So here’s my challenge for you: pick one small thing you can do differently today (which you will be repeating every day for at least 21 days). Brush your teeth with the other hand, pause before reacting, or try a moment of gratitude when you’d usually stress. It doesn’t have to be big – it just has to be different.
And then, don’t keep it to yourself! Share it with me in the comments. Not only will it inspire others reading this post, but it will also anchor your own commitment. Remember, your brain is always listening – so let it hear you declare that you’re ready for growth, joy, and a brighter future.
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