Building Neural Pathways of Self-Trust: Just 10 Minutes a Day

mjwellness3
Jan 21
2 min read

Ever feel like you're sprinting on a hamster wheel, never truly showing up for yourself?

A powerful tweak to transform this pattern is allowing yourself 10 minutes to rewire your self-trust circuit. This means dedicating 10 minutes to showing up for yourself - doing something you wish to do for your own benefit.

This simple 10-minute practice can literally rewire your brain's trust circuits, building self-confidence and reducing stress.

My Personal 10-Minute Revolution

For me, it's 10 minutes after I've cleared away the breakfast table and said goodbye to my partner for the day, just before I head in for a shower.

I give myself the initial 10 minutes for a daily glute workout. Doing this reassures me that I value myself just as much as everything else I do for the rest of the day. Literally, my day runs more smoothly after I have shown up for myself. I trust in my own abilities, rather than living in a world of "tomorrow." Tomorrow is a hard thing to anchor into as it shifts every day.

Finding Your 10-Minute Anchor

What could be your anchoring activity? Complete these sentences, giving yourself a variety to choose from. Either take one from what is suggested or create your own:

- 10 minutes a day after I have dropped the kids at school

- 10 minutes a day after my first coffee

- 10 minutes a day after cleaning the kitchen

- 10 minutes a day after work when I get into the house

- 10 minutes a day after ...

Remember, your 10 minutes can look different each day. The key is consistency, not perfection.

Flexibility is Key

My 10 minutes vary throughout the week:

- 4 days: glute workout (the biggest muscle in my body, benefiting my whole body strength)

- Some days: 10 minutes of singing bowl guided meditation for inner peace

- Once a week: 10 minutes on a creative doodle as I develop my artistic skills

By prioritizing these 10 minutes, you might notice improved focus, reduced anxiety, and a greater sense of control over your day.