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Be a calmer person

Video from Academia do carisma channel

Staying calm under pressure is an essential skill, and science offers practical strategies for developing it. The first is diaphragmatic breathing, which helps calm the body by activating the parasympathetic nervous system. One example is breathing in for four seconds, holding for four, and breathing out for six to eight seconds. This pattern reduces the physical symptoms of anxiety.

Another technique is gradual exposure to stressful situations, starting with controlled environments and gradually increasing the level of pressure. This allows the brain to adapt, making the emotional response more balanced. In addition, cognitive reinterpretation is essential: instead of seeing nervousness as a negative sign, it is possible to see it as energy that can be used to your advantage. Studies show that this change in perspective improves performance.

The video also addresses the use of mental visualization, where you imagine in detail a difficult situation being successfully overcome, which trains the brain to respond better when the real moment arrives. Along with this, the creation of physical anchors, such as a gesture or movement repeated in moments of calm and confidence, can be used to “activate” these states in real stressful situations.

Finally, focusing on the present moment, through mindfulness, reduces the automatic negative thoughts that fuel anxiety. By combining all of these strategies and practicing them frequently, it is possible to develop a more prepared, focused and calm mind even in the most challenging moments.

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Brain Rot

Video from Leo Xavier channel

The video discusses how excessive and uncontrolled use of technology, especially social media and fast-paced digital content, is negatively affecting our brains. This phenomenon is called “brain rot” and refers to the deterioration of our ability to focus, remember and be productive, caused by the constant consumption of short, superficial and addictive stimuli.

Daily exposure to short videos, constant notifications, and immediate rewards is training our brains to seek quick gratification, drastically reducing our ability to concentrate. While in 2004 the average attention span was around 150 seconds, by 2024 it will have dropped to just 47 seconds. This shift makes us more distracted, anxious, and prone to procrastination.

The video shows that this loss of control is not just an individual problem, but a reflection of how our brains have not evolved to deal with today’s digital environment. We are addicted to distractions precisely because they keep us away from uncomfortable feelings like boredom, insecurity or frustration. However, by avoiding these feelings, we are also avoiding personal growth and development.

To combat this cycle, the author proposes some practical solutions: reduce consumption of superficial content, adopt a digital detox, practice mindfulness, and invest in activities that generate real engagement and intrinsic motivation. He also highlights the importance of cognitive-behavioral therapy to change automatic mental patterns and regain control of one's own mind.

The video ends with a clear message: it is possible to regain clarity, focus, and mastery over your brain, but it requires awareness, discipline, and habit change. The more we move away from immediate gratification and toward meaningful activities, the more we strengthen our minds against digital chaos.