How to Reduce Stress and Improve Productivity - evidence based strategies

[@sinemcelcius]

*“Sometimes the most productive thing you can do is relax.”* - Mark Black

[@ZachHighley]

Great quote!

[@melonaho5762]

This is really helping !

[@tuanvuvan6689]

Just sometimes

[@yourcalmplace]

- I just want to let anyone who’s reading this, and going through a tough time know that it’s going to be okay. You’ll get through it! ✨

[@tyrelrichmond7815]

Needed this 🙏

[@breanarobinsonmicah1533]

Thank you so much .

[@mcdb7224]

Ok I needed that - thank you

[@h_h4790]

Thank you so much ❤️

[@Techy_Adi]

Thank you so very much 🙏🏻

[@JatinGarg]

One of the coolest med school student I have ever seen. He has such an all-rounder personality!! 😃 Working hard on balancing KZbin and everything else just like Zach

[@ZachHighley]

Thanks for the nice words!

[@malexmartinez4007]

It's really not fair this person even exists.

[@JatinGarg]

@@malexmartinez4007 hahaha we gotta look at people for inspiration!

[@MarioFabelo]

Is it me or each of Zach's videos looks more aesthetically pleasing to the eye than the last one? 🤩🤨

[@malexmartinez4007]

He's mine.

[@Raimashakhawoat200027]

His color gradings are so aesthetic ❤️

[@MarioFabelo]

@@Raimashakhawoat200027 I know. The blockbuster blues and the quality of image is so satisfying

[@anuj3294]

haha i’ve seen u on the make the grade pod

[@MarioFabelo]

@@anuj3294 Really?! How small is the world!

[@utaminurdzikri1884]

Appreciate how you've read that many journals and simplify it into a 30-minute interactive video for us. How can we pay for your generosity

[@ImprovementGang]

Managing stress is something that is extremely important. When I use to not have a system to try and manage my tasks, I would be too overwhelmed. Writing/typing them down really helps me think and calm down

[@dailydoseofmedicinee]

👍Some of the psychological and emotional signs that you're stressed out include: Depression or anxiety. Anger, irritability, or restlessness. Feeling overwhelmed, unmotivated, or unfocused. Trouble sleeping or sleeping too much. Racing thoughts or constant worry. Problems with your memory or concentration. Making bad decisions.

[@glokjdfngkjsdnf1104]

The most underrated KZbinr is back :)

[@genslein16]

Credit for encouraging skepticism in your presentation. Not enough presenters do this; props

[@duartelucas5746]

Dude, I am binging your videos. Such positive, practical mindset. And congratulations on your grandfather’s video, it is great to see someone do the things you can’t/didn’t do! Keep going!

[@Julian-xn9fv]

I am glad you are back from your break. Because of you, my study sessions are more intense and I even uploaded some video projects on KZbin. I wish you and everyone who is reading this just the best. Awesome community!

[@wr7817]

Glad that you are back. Been here since the 20k grind 💪🏽

[@ZachHighley]

I remember your icon, thanks for sticking with me.

[@wr7817]

@@ZachHighleythanks for remembering me 👊🏽

[@recykle8563]

Yaaay!!!!!!!! Finally you’re back and we’ll get to see that top notch content from the best med student. Too excited Zach ❤️❤️

[@aimeeseyer9693]

COVID fatigue and the stress of online learning has definitely been a burden in the past year. This is a much needed video, especially for those who have experienced or are nearing burnout. 👏🏼 *Remember that you are doing great and you have overcome so much already. Keep going!* 🏃

[@kcwidman]

This is the most actionable self help video I have ever seen. So many useful techniques plus the valuable information to explain the whys and back up the conclusions. Well done!

[@tomi8955]

My man went to give us a 100 percent increase in video and content quality! We acknowledge !

[@bilgemd]

I definitely needed this, especially these days (as an online med student🤕). Can't wait for new videoss🥳

[@ZachHighley]

More to come!

[@Miollvynir]

Hey, Zach! Great video! I'm going to elucidate a little about something you brought up in the video re: meditation. It's not so much that you're meditating by sitting there no matter what your mind is doing; rather, it's the *very act* of struggling to calm your thoughts or bring your thoughts back to a certain place (and inevitably failing) that is the thing that strengthens your prefrontal cortex. I'm talking here specifically about the type of meditation that, in studies, has the greatest effect on your ability to focus and control your thoughts. We think we're failing at meditating, but the truth is that the very act of "failing" in meditation is proof of our success!

[@malexmartinez4007]

"You are not required to set yourself on fire to keep other people warm." Wow. Wise words.

[@umm_khaled]

Watching this first video from you and I just had to comment because I’m barely 3 minutes in and I’m loving your vibe! You’re really chill and friendly, and you don’t pretend to have it all figured out like some other productivity gurus that we see floating around here.

[@axelveltrig.3969]

The quality of your content is amazing. It's a pleasure watch your videos!

[@bigyandhakal5444]

I was taking a cup of tea with me before I start watching your video. But at the end of video I came to realize that the cup was still full. I really came to flow with you! Thank you so much for such informative and beautiful video.

[@hritvikjain__3594]

30 mins of pure quality content

[@violetdoolittle3309]

Zach's B-roll never fails to make me smile... *finds waffle between couch cushions*

[@williamquinn2313]

Your channel is amazing! Full stop. You have the video quality of some of the best KZbin channels. I am excited for the day that your talent meets with your career.

[@shabazzprestige9900]

Heavy Ali Abdaal vibes in this video. Love to see it.

[@ishaankulkarni849]

And Dr Patrick Jane is back!! Really wonderful tips mate! Very grateful for this content!!

[@kimberleymigallos2964]

Thank you for sharing these tips, Zach. As a PhD candidate, this has been helpful. Look forward to more videos from your channel.

[@Andre.Andrade]

This is the most valuable video I've ever watched on KZbin. Keep up with this excellent work!

[@samanthaali8601]

Love your channel! Your content is amazing and your editing is so professional! Please make a video about how you plan your life (in School) . Show us your calendar; what you do at a start of a semester, how you start a new habit, how you break up what to do daily. Pre-med and want to be successful like you.

[@ZachHighley]

Thanks for the ideas - definitely will work on those.

@@ZachHighley please, also how do you schedule study sessions that are not anki based

[@cessange500]

This is exactly what I needed! A reminder during tough times. Thank you, and more power to you Zach! 💛

[@ayushipundir]

The most awaited video for me !! Thankyou for this💙

[@poehlerity]

love the video! thank you and welcome back~

[@michaelcorcoran3942]

Your intro was very very good. Most people on youtube...wait 99.9% never mention bias..so very well done.

[@pinmycomment5239]

I love this guy. He doesn't always talk about being productive and the video lengths are epic 😁

[@rai004]

So glad that you're back!

[@moniqueramos350]

thanks for coming back, your videos are so necessary

[@DizzyArt]

The meditation and exercise are important to feel better! I hope everyone knows it by this point

[@islamicyt4119]

This is my favourite channel. I especially like it when u explain everything so nicely . I wish u a lot of success with the channel and happy life ☺️

[@ZachHighley]

So nice of you, thanks for watching.

[@islamicyt4119]

@@ZachHighley love from india 🇮🇳💜🤗

[@simiy2770]

*Whilst I was watching your video I was kinda getting reminded of being away from my boyfriend and it's still uncertain when we gonna meet, but then avoiding negative thoughts is the hardest even if I try to divert my mind into something else but eventually nothing good is happening right now in my life and I still end up being into negative thoughts and stress* (It's been 6 months apart and keeping him as a secret from parents is the hardest)!!!

[@bebecareiragena7089]

I’m not a med student but I enjoying listening to your videos

[@mysticmiserly7732]

With covid-19 making everything around here in India crazy, this was a breath of fresh air Quelled the gloom, saved for rewatching Thanks zach , much love

[@kayyla5]

i have my final a levels in literally 3 days and stress is something that has always impacted my performance, going to apply these tips! thanks man👍

[@michelle22005]

Yaayy I'm glad your back! And your video editing skills are beyond amazing!!! Hope you did well in your exams

[@ТолкынАдилбекова-ч3з]

it motivated me, I was near burnout. i will do every single advice. thank you!

[@o91gauthamsukumaran93]

Those references says it all, you are man of perfection

[@sophiawinchell7045]

Love this video, especially with my physio and anatomy finals coming up. You’re such an inspiration to me!🤍

[@lillyannavillarreal]

I just love his striving to do better, and all the aesthetic edits!!:)

[@caitlynnklawon4873]

I needed to hear this so badly right now. Thank you !!

[@nnag1990]

Been waiting for another one of these 🔥🔥🔥

[@kristieliao2810]

Your videos have an incredible aesthetic & are beautifully done! I love your mindset & outlook on life. I appreciate you sharing all your research and personal thoughts :)

[@sarwatbhatti358]

Thoroughly enjoyed this video and I know I will keep coming back it on down days

[@thugdob7451]

Thanks a lot for the tips! I haven't watched such an in-depth and thorough video in a long time. Subscribed.

[@milinh35]

Omg! How could I just sit still and listen to what you're saying without fidgeting and full of attention for 30 mins straight =)))) feel like watching your vid kinda meditation to me

[@confusingdaisyxo7601]

I love how I discovered Stoicism (+ properly practice it) and even Med students agree that having a positive mindset, identifying, etc. helps in stress-reduction bc these actually have studies that prove them. People around me think that I'm going crazy for believing these things when they're proven to be real. But hey, I can't control what they think of me so why bother or be affected by them 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@akamiss99]

Great video Zach! I particularly liked the positive journaling idea of writing down two things that you did well that day. I am going to start doing that tonight. Walking for exercise and meditation, I have already incorporated into my day. Though I could do with changing up my exercise routine to include other activities as well. Keep the great videos and ideas coming ❤ 🇦🇺🦘

[@Makironee]

he always come CLUTCH WHEN I NEED HIM

[@toobakhalid1297]

These videos are very helpful and relatable🙏🏾 Wishing you good luck ahead🍀

[@Rachel_Ad]

You deserve way more subscribers!!!!

[@Gui-tc6eg]

you're finally back! yey

[@islamicyt4119]

Welcome back zach! Nice to see you back 🤗🤗

[@christinejoyliwanag9739]

omgg you're finally back!

[@johnashley41]

I love the approach to confirmation bias. Good shit Zach.

[@khushiarora3209]

there was a time in my life I wrote in my journal "I am thankful for my parents, my family and coffee" every morning and that was a really low phase but I wanted to be consistent

[@queentitan17]

omggggg, thank you for this video! i feel a lot better everyday.

[@mateuszzuchowski5587]

Thank you for that. Literally yesterday I have started my new job. Very helpful :)

[@BeautywithDu]

Food and sleep are game changers for me! Just finished Anxiety Free with Food by Liana Werner-Gray. Great tips! Look forward for your videos on these two, Zack! I love leg day btw! hahahaha

[@TheShabooka]

Wow u have written the resources I like how u summarized all of it in a video and ur B rolls are on point I disagree with positive and negative mindset ... but agree on seeing the positive in negative , post traumatic success mainnly from happiness advantage, tetris is focusing on positive mindset ... but dealing with negative mindset is important to analyse sometimes and deal , especially shame and low self esteem .. ignoring negative mindset or thoughts will not make them go away

[@shoaibhussain9905]

Glad to see you back 🖤🤝 Love from India ❤

[@Barry_Kavanagh]

Thank you for this video Zach 😊

[@niftybaker5967]

I'm reading Atomic Habits rn. it's an amazing book, Highley recommend it!

[@Raimashakhawoat200027]

Thank you for talking about this!!!Right now in this situation it’s need to talk about this!!I will also will be doing my research too❤️

[@michaelhoang5925]

SO happy he's back!

[@dk-kj2qu]

I smiled when you found the waffle behind the pillow :) thanks Zach great advice!

[@thesuvdaa]

He’s backk 🤍🤍

[@tasniashristy2331]

I was eagerly waiting for this type of vedio...yr vedios are really very hlpful Jack. Missed you soo much.

[@savenstudies7650]

“In order to succeed, your desire for success should be greater than your fear of failure.”

[@wendy5823]

Really like you're videos ❤️ I'm motivated to sleep at least 8hrs and answer my modules🤓 More content zach👀

[@aslam9971]

Look how fast this channel grows✨👏this getting crazyy bruh

[@Drzeezy]

Nice video mate! love the advice

[@Urr342]

I just love the way u talk btw great video zach....keep going

[@swyjkdream]

Welcome back! I hope you do it well in your exams c: I really enjoyed all your videos ^^

[@charmainewu5807]

BACK OMG I MISS UR VIDS

[@nehadevadas9763]

Yaay Your are back with a bang!!

[@EduardoHenrique-nd1ro]

Another amazing video, Zach!

[@magicmerls291]

I really didn't need this video. My adhd makes it so I don't realize I should be stressed at all. Then I realize I should have learned for an exam 4 hours before it starts and I get calm af. Then I become hyper productive and get a B or something along those lines. I really wish I could get stressed over stuff tho so I could give the important things my all once in a while. Still great video my dude! Next time do you have some tips on how to get stressed tho?

[@thatoneuser8600]

Take your pills? 🤣

[@magicmerls291]

@@thatoneuser8600 that helps a little lmao

[@nargesalove228]

How many hours did you study daily for STEP 1?

[@pragnashah6159]

Really released at the pick of mine...Greatfull 🙃😀

[@soniyarm5420]

Zach ... really missed you last 2 months...hope this will not happen again❤️....folks be ready youtube to gonna rockkkk by his videos in the near future....

[@abdelrahmanaladdinm.348]

Welcome back Doc 😍❤️❤️❤️💙

[@toobawaheed9115]

Great vid Zach 👍🏼

[@ZachHighley]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@rupantardas2897]

Make complete step 1 study technique video my exams are coming in 2 months it will help me a lot....pls loved ur content

[@Gina-bu7ni]

absolutely amazing video! xx

[@lennartkroehnert3516]

this is great stuff. thank you, zach!

[@futuristicbot]

Zack! Hey again! Great video as always.

[@mars8499]

Thanks for the speech.... I needed this....

[@mayaa-z6661]

OMG thank you for this!!!

[@kiya9614]

Not a med student, but a physiotherapy one, currently 8 weeks into the course and the workload was overwhelming. Couldn't make it to face to face lessons as I'm an international student and the Australian borders aren't opening up. Tried to improve myself since I found myself constantly procrastinating and losing motivation. Also struggling with memorizing things and although I've tried the active recalling method, I just don't seem to be able to stuff that much knowledge into my head. The stress and depression kicks in once in a while and it just stops me from doing anything... Hopefully things will get better.

[@keerthanasenthil4223]

I really enjoyed all your scenes they were so funny! Content was informative too!!

[@duhawa9443]

Really I like your videos .I saw a lot of videos but your videos are amazing .