"Don't Learn It Too Late!" - 5 Steps To Have The Best Summer Of Your Life | Dr. Rangan Chatterjee

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[@TheMisterGriswold]

1. Change your morning routine. 2. 20 min morning walk w/o phone. 3. Take a break from social media (detox). 4. Get outside during the day and move. 5. Embrace the slowness of the season. 6. Give yourself a mini challenge (run a 5K, swim, camp, plant a veg patch, skip rope, read). Be sure to watch the whole video. Lots of great points and expositions.

[@ennvee1989]

Tysm!!❤❤

[@user-up9rf3nw2i]

Ta...the usual stuff that is rather common sense.

[@projectkj7643]

@@user-up9rf3nw2iis it? If so, why are majority of us stuck inside, on our phones? Don’t try to pretend it’s not you, ever…because…TADA, here you are!

[@om7854]

OK I'm back & I've watched the video above..... Anyone else going to do this 'Making Life Exciting Again' Challenge?

[@om7854]

Day 7.....achieved ..getting there :)

[@flightis3dollars]

Have found out that getting up at 5am when I go for a run on a local hilly gravel road gives a much better experience than later in the day due to the lighting and the quiet. Just me and the birds and a bit of a magical atmosphere.

[@user-up9rf3nw2i]

Yeah...most religions say this. So much of this self help from ppl is religion for folk.

[@carolinemarshall8782]

What's the best footwear for skipping and 60 year old knees

[@eliteboxfitness]

Skip on soft ground whatever shoes you wear

[@ChildofGod98765]

Needs this. Lord I come to you asking for your blessings as a single mom because I’m raising my children with courage, despite the challenges I face. Both of my sons are special needs and require so much from me. Lord give me strength as I struggle to pay my rent every month and as I struggle to buy groceries for my children I’m ashamed Lord help me. I ask that you bless me with your wisdom and guidance, as I navigate parenthood on my own.💕💕

[@user-nk1rr1bb5i]

Lord I humbly join in this ladies prayer ,I also ask that she absolutely believe with all her heart that all that she asks for is already given,let her eye's not deceive her into thinking it can't be true because she cannot see it,believe it and it shall be given 🙏 ❤️

[@Lilbroda]

I wish all the best for you and your beautiful family!

[@Roam_Antics]

Last summer I made a routine of getting in a body of water (sometimes a pool, sometimes a lake, depending on circumstance) outdoors every day for 2.5 months. I felt the best I ever have, and realized that it was because I had never had the privilege of access to water like that as an adult. It was amazing, and the exact therapy I needed. Now I just need to figure out how to replicate it this year, since my geography doesn't lend me access to any bodies of water (no natural bodies of water, no pools within hours of my location, not even a bathtub 😂)

[@user-Juneybee53]

Well I've not skipped for years so I'm going to have a go at that..haha 70 back to 7🤣

[@daathdorothiel]

Great! I'm living in a tiny apartment in the city of a country that is left by everyone who could. Having only work and challenges 7/24, never had a dishwasher, orphaned in my teens, live alone, partially disabled, without help, and trying to improve the apartment into a home by myself. And still got motivation from your video. Thank you.

[@sherrydance144]

You are amazing! Keep going. You are an inspiration to others!!!

[@om7854]

Good on you.....

[@jhssmith2004]

wow. I just got motivated by your comment.

[@13Romi]

Well Done ..❤️

[@marysell6184]

What great ideas! I am going to start with: 1) changing my morning routine; 2) 20 min morning walk w/o phone and 3) take a break from social media (detox). Thank YOU, Dr Rangan Chatterjee! I will report back in 7 days to let you know how I am doing.

[@tombunker429]

Great ways to improve your health and mood. I just went camping in the Colorado mountains. Up with the sun and to bed with sunset. Unplugged from social media. At times, it felt like a meditation retreat. I slept fantastic at night! I tuned into all the different bird songs, a fabulous experience.

[@VictoriaBelle727]

Starting this evening I will read at least 10 pages at sundown and starting tomorrow morning I will take a 20+ minute walk every morning starting at 6am. Thank you for the inspiration and motivation kick!

[@TheMisterGriswold]

Great habits!

[@om7854]

How's it going?

[@sherrydance144]

These are great ideas and are certainly doable. I retired 2 months ago. I completely changed my eating habits and already lost weight. I now have time for fictional reading. I am enjoying the summer weather throughout the entire day, not just before and after work. Happy summer to all!

[@darksidesr7]

Very nice video, full of ideas, il already get up at 5.30 , as for my health, i do meditation, , relaxation, i totally changed my diet, no more porcessed food, no sugar, i alreay lost 6 kilos, i do walks, i read , and cut social media or limit at 1 hour a day for 1 video or other, i feel so so much better ! have nice holidays Doc😉🌞😎

[@azlondon]

We have summer houses in Eastern Europe too. They’re just tiny weekend houses, with a garden.

[@DrChatterjeeRangan]

Amazing. Thanks so much for sharing, Rangan

[@leahherrera8701]

Since I already get up really early I have been going outside and getting some daylight. It's really cool. It's a nice moment to pause and welcome the new day. Thank you for the encouragement to celebrate this summer season.❤

[@kimlondon6036]

Thank you, I always find your content valuable.

[@taniahogan1018]

In the warm/hot summer months I like to get out in the backyard, throw down a mat in a nice secluded spot in the garden and do some nude yoga (when no one else is around☺️ I light up some incense and tune in to my senses of the lovely sunshine and breeze on my bare skin-so free & liberating. I listen to nature’s music ..the birds in the trees the buzzing bees and zen out.

[@kjaro2014]

Hi Dr Rangan 😊 What a beutiful life style. The most important for me is that you do it with love, we can feel it. You are on the higher level of vibration and you want to bring more people with you to this state of mind and the awareness. Very powerful... I appreciate you a lot! Have a lovely sommer time ☀️🤗💚

[@user-Juneybee53]

Loving your enthusiasm and passion for helping others. Totally agree with these great ideas and they do work to improve all aspects of life !

[@julietijerina8176]

I'm going to commit to an early morning walk each day around sunrise. I've been waking up at 3 am and it's so frustrating. Hopefully, this will rest my circadian clock so I can sleep all night.

[@DrChatterjeeRangan]

Thank you for sharing. And, let me know how you get on!

[@aav_n]

Thank you Dr Chatterjee! I saved this video to my "habits" playlist. Gratitude! ❤

[@The_BullSchiffer]

I remember dreading PT in the Army in the early morning hours but it did set the tone for the day and I did feel much better mentally and physically than I had ever felt. Maybe I should go back to that.

[@exscapegoatpowerfulhealer9685]

Hi, I left fb a few yrs ago & it was a great move. I bought a novel in a 4 set & have one to go. I really missed books & I'm glad I got back into reading. Next book will be one I used to have & it's a step by step soul healing book called celestine prophecy ❤

[@Kitiwake]

Recovering from cycling accident 6 weeks ago. Broken left wrist, right collar bone and dislocated AC joint along with several ribs cracked. Up and at 'em!

[@EvelineNow]

I reside in Mexico I wake up with the birds. 4:30

[@ArikCard]

* Get outside as fast as possible in the morning, change up your morning routine, more intention. Can you eat outside? walks, hikes, be with someone outside as much as you can, take advantage - embrace nature. Embrace the pace of nature, embrace slowness, embrace intention and mindfulness. * Embrace the season and see how much movement you can do out doors! * Embrace slowness. It can be hot, take it easy. Be comfortable outside more. Get after it when you want though! * Give yourself a mini challenge. Willpower in the summer is higher, take advantage. Make a change - challenges give a sense of urgency - good energy in the direction of your goal. Run/walk/bike a 5k, lengths in a pool (5-10-20-30?) Your unique goal. Camp? Say yes when your kiddo asks you to play outside. * Use the ideas as set point to inspire your own unique solution to being outside more with people you love. * Dr. Chatterjee likes to skip rope on family vacation. * I play soccer with my 2 kiddos and get morning walks and a little yoga. * Bonus * If you read non fiction - read a fiction. Activate another side of yourself. Learn a language? Sing? Learn an instrument? Write? Do something new! Slightly change up an existing habit - get creative!

[@nancym5814]

I feel so much better if I start my early mornings with exercises and laps in the outdoor pool. I put a heater in so I could expand swim time until Christmas. After that it's too costly for me because of freezing weather. If I could do year round would be wonderful. That's how great it makes me feel. Sidenote: Dr. Chatterjee's beautiful healthy glow is the best example that this works! Thank you so much for your informative thoughts. 🕊🕊🕊

[@NewMusic4life]

The best part about summer is the days are long- the sun sets at 8:30pm and I feel like there’s a magic to that…

[@DVB1848]

I have started getting up at 5.15 am since last two weeks. I am nearly 76, so I don’t have million things to do during the day. After having hot water with lemon, I walk in my large garden for half an hour (I take diuretic, so can’t leave the house!). I then use my laptop to write about my life for an hour before I have my tea. I don’t take a nap in the afternoon. I have increased my exercise time to 80 mins a day. I sleep much better at night. I feel I have so much energy and my mood has changed.

[@divyavarghese3749]

Thank you doctor...I have been thinking of going out early in the morning as you said...I stopped my fb for three years during the lent season and till date I never wanted to check on it. I feel there's a God given wisdom which I need to think about and move forward...Thank you Dr.Rangan. I always listen to your podcasts...you are inspiring and motivating person...

[@eleanapsiaki9644]

I really enjoyed watching this. Thank you for all the wonderful content you create. Have a wonderful summer!

[@bhakti7810]

I will never get up early, specially in summer, I don’t want to miss out on summer nights

[@DVB1848]

Try it and see.

[@tammy5338]

What a fantastic video that we don't hear very often. Love the encouragement and suggestions for us. I'm a 64 year old and and spend the last 19 years raising an autism son. This was a challenge in itself but so intense and stressful at times I never thought to do or even had the time to do any of these things. I used to be an active person and going going going in my youth. Now I feel this video was meant for me to see and hear. I am going to go outside more just doing anything like even filing my nails and fixing my long hair. I have been walking every morning at 6:30 for 30 minutes as I have some severe arthritis and Arthrosis if you know the difference. It's quite devastating but I am doing well and keep myself moving daily. I don't have any social media so that is easy for me. I do need a challenge of some sort since my son is grown and more independent now. I have time for myself. Praise God for that! Thank You so much Dr. Rangan for this lovely video.

[@slide2home]

probably THEE most inspiring and practical thoughts I've heard... and many of the suggestions have been swimming around my head for months! My great challenge is feeling unsafe outdoors say, walking on my rural road, or biking .. I am a single woman but struggle to feel safe. I love the outdoors but fear keeps me inside alot. I love swimming too! but I can't seem to overcome the thoughts of "what if" I am looking to put a pool up in my yard.. well, thank you for spending some of your time hoping to inspire well being in our lives. I will continue to challenge myself to 1. get up earlier and go outside 2. choose mini goal to build a garden box that I can easily work over, 3. um, reduce my time on line.. well, maybe just to listen to you. for the summer!! I guess that includes games, huh? the word games help my brain.. but for the summer I could let them go and do a physical book crossword.. and then last.. well, I already read.. but not 2 books a week! yikes! I could focus more however, Im reading a book called " The year of living danishly" . by Helen Russell The writer is a bit brash but her husband balances things. anyway thanks again..

[@losfromla1480]

you struggle to feel safe _because_ you are a single woman. Maybe it's time to find you a man. That could be one of your goals for the summer. it's super-easy for a woman to find a man.

[@slide2home]

@@losfromla1480 your funny. no, my best self doesn't need a side kick to be fulfilled. Nothing against men, I just like to be strong on my own two feet. I do accept a good mannered open door with gratitude..

[@losfromla1480]

@@slide2home you're definitely not ready for a man if you refer to one as a sidekick. That's just disrespectful. a woman and man should complement one another. it's clear you've been hurt either by people in your life, or by the toxic ideologies of feminism. I wish you well.

[@slide2home]

@@losfromla1480 no, I suppose I have never been " ready for a man" given the cards that I was dealt. I am grateful to be alive and I strive daily to be all that God intended for this mortal to be.. I think PAUL said it best.. " I know in whom I believed and am persuaded that He is able to keep me against that day" so dear friend.. thank you for your thoughts and I pray you look up because indeed He who said He will return, will indeed. Be ready.

[@neenagober8707]

Time off work and/or a change in routine to get out of my slump as there are things I have to do, balancing what I want to do vs what I need to do, but just doing something 😮 my brain goes whhhatttt😂 … which propels/ challenges me. :). But, I know this already🎉… just have to decide what I can do do differently today… tomorrow may not come ❤

[@wingsphysio]

This is so authentic passion filled and filled with love. Thank you Dr!! ❤❤❤❤

[@kelleerose2627]

Fabulous. Thank you.😊

[@workforcemillionaire7210]

I don't know why it took so long for me to learn who you are, but I just watched you interview Dr Gabor Mate, and I'm impressed by your ability to listen open-hearted. I'm subscribed now. Recommendations for your summer reading: anything by Simon Winchester, especially The Professor and the Madman - historical fiction; also, "All the Light We Cannot See" by Anthony Doerr is a must read. Beautiful. Sci Fi: Anything by Zelazny, he makes very flawed protagonists and is easy reading, esp the Nine Princes in Amber series; My favorite fiction is by Barbara Kingsolver (her older books), Neil Gaiman writes Young Adult and Children's fiction and his is a twisted and interesting world, fun and easy for adults; "psychological fiction" by Patricia Highsmith and Shirley Jackson will give you the creeps; poetry: Billy Collins for humor, Mary Oliver for gratitude, read David Whyte "Consolations", and Sharon Olds will make you grateful for your childhood. There are a million wonderful books. Thank you for what you're doing in the world. Peace and love. Lisa

[@MechthildRomahn]

Great ideas! Thank you for this inspirations. And thank you for your passionation!

[@user-poppykiki-2]

I plan on getting up at 6 and going for a 2 mile walk and see how my circadian rhythm adjusts.

[@angelasmith861]

Dr. Chatterjee, you are giving me so much hope. Everything you recommend that I do makes my life better. ❤ I would like your advice about social media. I dropped out of it about two years ago. However: I have also lost a lot of people in these few years. Most of my seven children have grown up and moved away. I am sadly a three-hour drive from my mom, so I can’t see her all the time. Many friends have died or moved away. I am slowly rebuilding my life, including your principles. I’m considering rejoining social media so I can connect with far-away cousins. I definitely felt better without it, but now, since I’m not inclined (I hope!) to use it as a stand-in for real-life interaction: do you think it could be valuable for someone in my position? Or do you think it’s just generally not a healthy experience?

[@TaniaEstes]

Very helpful, thank you

[@Anna_M_T]

Ok Doc. I'm doing it.

[@DrChatterjeeRangan]

Ok great!

[@downpour21]

Love this video format :)

[@DrChatterjeeRangan]

Thanks so much. I am gonna try my best to more of these shorter 'solo' type videos on this channel over the coming months!

[@anagal7930]

Thank you for taking the time to do this ❤

[@charleslyall5857]

Very good advice. Thanks, Dr Chatterjee.

[@PinkZePeony0]

i love all of these tips, i believe Im going to listen again and decide which ones i will try . Thank you Dr. Rangan ! you are the best

[@SlowSkyBeats]

Listened to this…. Got ready to build a gym in my garden for summer… started pissing it down 😂

[@28FlyingDutchman]

Great advice, as usual ❤❤ I do not understand people's addiction to social media.

[@kristinberg6586]

Love your idea about outside movement. Living in Stockholm I like to use one of the outside gyms.

[@nalinidovedy5700]

Thank you Mr rangan. I do all these things. Hard to give up Instagram. Only 20 minutes every morning with my cup of tea is my instagram time. Thanks do much

[@user-lu6qq3ks1t]

I liked the idea of going out and having a walk early. The thing came to my mind that I can have a walk of 40 min and at the same time remembering Alloh by saying zikr. Thank you so much😊

[@RajniNAgarwal]

Very informative 😊

[@DrChatterjeeRangan]

Thanks so much!

[@LuckyLady13]

I hate summer….it‘s too hot to feel good and everywhere are insects…😬

[@hellerjerry]

I have been doing a mini challenge every month but now its time for a big mini challenge...I just registered for a full marathon in December

[@YuliaGrushevskaya-bi6he]

🎉what a good title😊

[@vandanakhokar450]

Sir Please share your weekly reads in the newsletter.

[@allisonspeer649]

Love Summer. I try to get out and walk 3.1 miles ( 5K) 5 days a week, early morning if possible. Great for physical, mental and spiritual health. I'll admit somedays it is a challenge but I do it. Also trying to go swim some laps at a local pool 3 days a week. great tips. Going to have to set a mini challenge for myself.

[@sumithrasiva1507]

Loved it when you talked about reading. Nowadays listening to some audio books as well. Doing morning walks to feel the cosy sunshine on my skin . Increase serotonin levels. Baby steps though for the ones I got from you in this video. Thank you Enjoy your summer vacation 🦢🦢❤️

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[@user-rq6id3gh3n]

Challenge accepted! :)

[@katieb2931]

All very good advice but not practical if you are a Carer. My morning routine cannot change sadly.

[@om7854]

OK I'm going to listen later & take action... :)

[@om7854]

I set the clock to get up early! Olé

[@om7854]

I got up Day 1 at 7am & Day 2 at 6am Did some light weights outside x 2 days Off X(Twitter) for a week...omg! :) Slowness: Chi Kung + mindfulness breathing . Project: Putting things in order that I own to create a spacier calmer life. .

[@helenhiggs6171]

Just ordered a skipping rope. Heading towards brittle bones and have no confidence in the medical solutions (Calcium and Vitamin D - I live in Portugal, outside most of the day and love my cheese and yoghurt so how am I going to benefit from the pills?). I've read that jumping is great for bones so skipping should get me into it

[@barb69]

Why would I want to go for a walk in the middle of the night? 8 or 9 a.m. would be just fine (btw., I never get up that early)

[@cabuan]

Is KZbin social media???

[@wsulc]

Amen🙏

[@NewMusic4life]

p.s. One last thing! I do embrace the slowness of every day life no matter the season, environment… Why does it just apply to summer? Everyone should approach life that way - slowness is not at all a BAD thing- in fact, takes more focus,awareness and motivation to go slow… Weather is frankly never a determinate of how I approach life- surviving often.

[@redllarbxen3237]

People could go for an Ayahuasca Ceremony this summer

[@swethaathota8603]

What if we are living alone and have no one to go for longer walks, meals with each other etc...it feels very hard to do it all self.. Any help?

[@judithdesrosiers-qm9wt]

I can only walk a few feet once or twice a day,but ive kept walking over decades when i was told i would never walk again,im depressed and its sad you mention so much going for a walk i would love too!!!give me an alternative pls!!by the way im an ex dancer !a lonely one

[@om7854]

How about Sitting Tai Chi? Create your own movements to nice slow music maybe? Best wishes.

[@judithdesrosiers-qm9wt]

@@om7854 yes with my dance background I already do this ,thanks x

[@ekaterinaganeshina175]

👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@anniandersen2766]

💜👍

[@northwestcoast]

Try ditching coffee over the summer

[@lesleylomax9243]

Why?

[@jaysterling26]

Can anyone verify how many Rinkeby residents have such 2nd homes?

[@missylearned9821]

I know there are quite a few KZbinrs I’ve found that have bought houses (summer house) in the country in Sweden for between $8,000 to $30,000. These are small, country houses that need very little to nothing in the way of maintenance to bring up to living conditions and just about all have running water and electricity. It’s astonishing as there is nothing of the sort available here in the states. You can barely buy a used car for $30,000 over here.

[@user-ew2iv4sy1i]

Point no 6. is interesting. I'm a novelist, as it happens. If you'd like a complimentary copy of my last book, the satire Our Parent Who Art in Heaven, let me know. I'd be happy to send you one or ask my publisher, Flame Books, to do so. It's my way of thanking you for your inspiring podcasts. I will do the challenge!

[@abrakadabrah3031]

Sweaty Weak Hot... summer

[@marksims9223]

A week ago my co worker agreed to give me a ride , but I had to do a 10 minute walk through my community. It's the best part of my day , so relaxing

[@susangargett2185]

How can you go for a walk first thing when you have a disabled child at home and you are the only parent?

[@galepressley8769]

Take the child with you

[@mclucky7086]

Disabled, but hopefully not enough to not enjoy a walk in the park / countryside. Surely it would lift your spirits and your child.

[@tannsolo]

This is touching, Dr. C. Clearly you live in the UK, which is often dark and cold and dreary. Those of us who are suffering under life-threatening heat and with lost power are not thinking about going outside to exercise. And all those other places in the world that are dealing with intense Heat. Many many many many people will die this week.

[@emmadedic4483]

4224 views ...

[@daviddurango9562]

I don’t want to hear about Jesus, or God, or any of that Holy shmolly crap. You can't try that guilt trip crap with me. I go by LOGIC....period! I want and need REASONS rather than some mindless command from some invisible, supposedly Supreme being. Believe it not, it works for me. Faith is for suckers.

[@myview1015]

I just finish watching this video . He didn’t mention about a faith or god . Did he ? I like your attitude , going for reason ! Long ago people called “god” everything and anything of which they couldn’t find the reason or logic of . Eg sun god .