Nothing is wrong with your brain. Something has hijacked it.

Have you ever felt like you're watching yourself scroll, binge, avoid, or spiral and...

Elias Raes
Elias Raes

Elias Raes is a mind-performance strategist, author, and transformation mentor with 15 years of deep work in cognitive neuroscience, consciousness, and human behavior. As the creator of the Mental Coding System (MCS), he transforms leading-edge brain science into simple, repeatable habits that dismantle limiting beliefs and ignite lasting change.

Known by clients as “The Citizenologist,” Elias distills complex neuropsychology into sharp, actionable frameworks that executives, athletes, and creatives use to elevate focus, resilience, and self-mastery. His writing weaves science, spirituality, and behavioral design into clear, step-by-step playbooks for real-world results.

Off the page, Elias is a devoted husband and father. You’ll find him training, meditating, or trading insights with his two daughters—living proof that wisdom is something you embody, not just explain.

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Reclaim Your Focus: How to Break Free from the Grip of Digital Addiction

Remember That Hollow Feeling?

Ever walked out the door without your phone? That sinking feeling in your stomach, the phantom buzz against your leg, the restless itch to get back online. If you’ve felt it, you’re not alone. And no, it’s not weakness. It’s your brain doing exactly what it was designed to do, just in an environment it was never built for.

Technology has seamlessly fused into our lives. It’s not just a tool anymore. It has rewired how we think, behave, and even feel. But there’s...

In today's hyper-connected world, have you ever caught yourself mindlessly scrolling through social media, knowing you should stop but unable to break away? Or perhaps you've watched yourself spiral into anxiety or procrastination despite your best intentions?

You're not alone, and more importantly—you're not broken.

In his thought-provoking book, "Your Mind Is Playing Tricks On You," Elias Raes explores this universal struggle. He presents a compelling case arguing that many frustrating...