Why You Don't Know What "Good" Feels Like
- joelbrownwellness
- Feb 27
- 4 min read
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Here’s a question:
Do you really know what it’s like to feel good?
No, not just “less bad”.
Not just less fatigued, less stressed, less unfocused, less lethargic, less impatient, less unmotivated, less unenthusiastic, less weak and inflexible.
But really, actually, GOOD.
Full of energy every day. Focused and motivated. Engaged with family, friends and coworkers. Clear headed and creative. Strong, mobile and capable. Ready to push yourself and try new things.
These are all things that say “I feel good!” (Cue the James Brown song.)
It’s quite possible that you haven’t felt like this in a very long time.
Be honest. When was the last time you really felt GOOD?
In your active pre-kid 30s? In your athletic college years? In your young and innocent teens?
Personal story time: In my twenties, I put a lot of energy and effort into making myself feel “good” with alcohol and cigarettes. I look back and I have to wonder when the last time I actually felt good. Pre-smoking, somewhere in my teens maybe.
That was a LONG time ago.
Now at 45, I can honestly say I feel better, more energized, more focused and motivated, stronger and more capable than I have in decades.
Less than 10 years ago, I was heavy and doughy, always tired, not very focused or motivated, low libido, and got sick all the time.
But honestly, I didn’t even really know I felt like crap all the time, I figured that’s just how you’re supposed to feel.
I’m willing to bet a lot of you are in the same boat. Am I right?
Are you walking around exhausted, foggy, stressed and unmotivated? Do you think (or have you been told) it’s just “getting older” or “what life is like now.”
I promise, it’s not.
Here’s what’s actually happening:
Blood sugar rollercoaster 🎢 – You start your day with coffee and carbs, spike your blood sugar, then crash a couple of hours later. That mid-morning slump? That’s your blood sugar plummeting, leaving you foggy and craving another hit.
Insulin resistance sneaking up on you – Your cells stop responding properly to insulin, making it harder for your body to use energy efficiently. Result? Low energy, weight gain, and constant cravings.
Mitochondria burnout 🔥 – Your mitochondria (the tiny power plants in your cells) are sluggish because of poor nutrition and lack of movement. Less energy production = less energy for YOU.
Inflammation draining your body – Too much processed food, sugar, and stress create chronic inflammation. And inflammation = exhaustion, joint pain, brain fog, and even depression.
Cortisol overload 😵💫 – If you’re constantly stressed, your body pumps out too much cortisol. Over time, this leads to burnout, poor sleep, and stubborn belly fat (especially around the waist).
Nutrient deficiencies = low performance – If you’re not getting enough protein, magnesium, B vitamins, and electrolytes, your body simply can’t function at full capacity.
Poor sleep habits making it worse – Blood sugar swings at night? Stress hormones? Too much blue light? All of these wreck your deep sleep, meaning you wake up already behind on energy.
You might think this is just normal. But it’s not. You’re not supposed to feel this way.
When your body is balanced, you wake up feeling clear, strong, energized and ready to go—without needing caffeine and sugar just to function.
The good news? You can fix this. And it’s simpler than you think.
How to stop feeling like crap all the time:
1️⃣ Eat protein at every meal 🍳🥩
Ditch the carb-heavy breakfasts (bagels, cereal, toast).
Start with eggs, meat, or Greek yogurt to stabilize blood sugar and keep energy steady.
Bonus: Add some healthy fats (avocado, butter, or olive oil) to stay full longer.
2️⃣ Cut out sugar for just 7 days 🚫🍬
Sugar spikes your blood sugar, then crashes your energy. It’s a vicious cycle.
Try cutting out soda, sweets, sweet coffee drinks, and excessive bread/pasta for one week.
Watch how your energy and cravings completely change. (You’ll want to keep it going!)
3️⃣ Walk after meals 🚶♂️
A 10-15 minute walk after eating lowers blood sugar spikes, improves digestion, and boosts energy.
No time? Just pace around the house while on a call or walk during lunch.
4️⃣ Hydrate like you mean it 💧🧂
Most people are dehydrated AND low on electrolytes, which leads to fatigue and brain fog.
Start your day with a big glass of water + a pinch of sea salt to replenish minerals.
Aim for half your body weight in ounces of water daily.
5️⃣ Prioritize sleep (seriously) 😴
Poor sleep wrecks blood sugar, increases cravings, and makes you feel sluggish.
Set a cutoff time for screens at least an hour before bed (blue light messes with melatonin).
Try going to bed just 30 minutes earlier—it makes a huge difference.
Most people don’t realize how good they can actually feel—until they start making small changes like these.
If you’re tired of feeling tired, start with just one or two of these today. You’ll feel the difference fast.
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