How to Cure “Busy Brain” with Dr. Romie, Brain Doctor and Mindfulness Expert

You are a Purpose Chaser… but you might also be a Purpose Chaser with a busy brain! Today's episode is all about understanding and tackling burnout, stress, and the infamous "busy brain," and I've brought in my amazing real-life friend, the incredible Dr. Romie, to guide us through it all. 

Dr. Romie Mushtaq is a board-certified physician, award-winning wellness speaker, and the founder of brainSHIFT. She brings together over 20 years of authority in neurology, integrative medicine, and mindfulness to deliver programs and create cultural change. Through her high-energy, interactive talks and work as a corporate wellness consultant, she has inspired more than 1.1 million people to lead healthier, more fulfilling lives.

We're diving even deeper into the world of mindfulness, exploring how to cure our busy brains and prevent them from sabotaging our purpose. In her recent book, The Busy Brain Cure, she unpacks the concept of stress and why wearing it as a badge of honor might not be serving us. We explore the symptoms of a busy brain, like ADHD and anxiety, and Dr. Romie provides insights into adult onset ADHD, a topic not widely understood until recent years. Plus, she introduces the SHIFT acronym, breaking down the crucial elements – Sleep, Hormones, Inflammation, Food, and Technology – that play a pivotal role in calming our busy brains. Join us as we navigate through nightly rituals, the impact of technology on our attention, and powerful reminders for your well-being and mindfulness.

Show Notes:

[2:40] - Declare with authority, “My mind is at peace.”

[5:39] - Patrice and Dr. Romie discuss an incredible full circle moment that began all the way back in 2017.

[7:46] - Listen to an excerpt from Dr. Romie’s recent book, The Busy Brain Cure, about wearing stress as a badge of honor.

[9:44] - Stress is what is happening on the outside of our lives, but managing stress is an internal job.

[11:06] - Busy brain symptoms can be ADHD, anxiety, and racing thoughts when trying to sleep.

[14:07] - Until recent years, adult onset ADHD was not at all understood.

[17:33] - In The Busy Brain Cure there is a test you can take and bring straight to your doctor. There is a lot of great content about ADHD and ADHD-like symptoms.

[19:34] - Dr. Romie begins discussing the SHIFT acronym: S for Sleep and H for hormones.

[22:32] - We tend to hand over our power to doctors. Your power for your health needs to be with you.

[26:12] - I is for inflammation. Dr. Romie explains the common problems with inflammation.

[33:06] - Fit is for “how we fill ourselves with food.” Dr. Romie explains why the word “diet” makes a busy brain worse.

[38:53] - T is for technology. Excessive use of technology is rewiring our brains for inattention.

[41:12] - What are things that will calm your five senses?

[43:01] - Dr. Romie and Patrice share their nightly rituals that calm their senses.

[47:08] - Listen to Dr. Romie’s rapid-fire question answers that serve as a powerful reminder for your own well-being and mindfulness.

Links and Resources:

• Attend the 4-Day Live Training, Committed to the Vision
• Redefining Wealth Website
• The Institute of Redefining Wealth
• Redefining Wealth App
• Patrice Washington on Instagram
• The Busy Brain Cure by Dr. Romie Mushtaq
• Future Personal Training App