What’s up, everyone!

We’ve all had moments where a small shift in our daily routine made a bigger impact than expected like drinking more water, taking a short walk, or getting to bed a little earlier. Those simple changes don’t feel dramatic in the moment, but over time they add up to real transformation. That’s why this week’s conversation with Thoryn Stephens hit home: your daily protocols shape your future more than you think.

Thoryn, founder and CEO of BRAIN.ONE, breaks down how brain health, AI, and micro-habits intersect to create real, measurable impact. From morning sunlight to cold plunges, from protecting neurological data to applying AI responsibly. This episode explores how little things add up to life-changing results.

🔥 Here’s What We Hit

Micro-Habits Matter More Than Motivation

Small, repeatable actions, like direct morning sunlight or learning something new, compound into lasting brain health benefits.

Your Move: Choose one micro-habit this week and commit to tracking it daily.

Protocols are Structured Routines

A “protocol” may sound scientific, but it’s simply your daily routine, measured and optimized. Nutrition, exercise, stress, and sleep form the foundation.

Your Move: Audit your current routine. Which of the four pillars: nutrition, exercise, stress, or sleep, needs more attention?

AI's Powerful but Humans are Essential

Even as AI advances, “human in the loop” oversight is non-negotiable. Without it, outputs risk being inaccurate or misused.

Your Move: Experiment with AI tools for productivity, but keep your judgment front and center.

Protect Your Data, Protect Your Brain

Thoryn warns that we gave away our behavioral data freely and neurological data may be next. Safeguards and awareness are critical.

Your Move: Research your devices’ privacy settings. Make sure you’re not handing over brain and health data without knowing it.

🤝 Connect with Thoryn Stephens

The future of brain health isn’t in massive leaps; it’s in the quiet, consistent steps we take daily. Whether it’s five minutes in the sun, better sleep, or the courage to try AI with discernment, your small moves matter.

There's a waitlist for BRAIN.ONE but if you mention Ryan Alford and Right About Now you'll be placed on the forefront!

🌐 Website: BRAIN.ONE
💼 Linked: Thoryn Stephens | BRAIN.ONE

So, What’s Next?

🎧 Listen to the full episode here: Micro Habits, Big Impact on BRAIN.ONE with Thoryn Stephens

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Cheers,
Ryan Alford
Host | Right About Now
CEO | Radical Inc.

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