The Science of Self: Recent Episodes
Peter Hollins
Despite so many studies being done on improving ourselves, it can be hard to find specific, actionable steps to make our lives better.
Bestselling authors cut out the jargon and pop psychology to give insight and tips to be a better you.
If you want proven ways and applicable tips to live a better life, listen in weekly and improve your life from the inside out!
Why does cramming fail while spacing works? Spaced repetition learning leverages the spacing effect to strengthen synaptic connections through retrieval practice—forcing your brain to reconstruct memories rather than passively review them. This learning science approach explains how deliberate gaps between study sessions accelerate skill acquisition and cement neural pathways far more effectively than massed repetition.
⏱ CHAPTERS
0:00 Intro
1:20 Spaced Rehearsal for Better Memory Retention
2:25 Importance of Rest and Recovery in Learning
4:02 Example Study Schedule for Spanish History
5:42 Frequency Over Duration in Studying
9:37 Strategic Planning Based on Learning Phase
11:14 Deliberate Practice vs. Mere Practice
16:19 Slow Down to Learn Better
20:06 Interleaving as a Study Method
26:07 Benefits of Spaced Repetition in Memory Formation
In each video, Peter Hollins delves into the fascinating world of neuroscience to uncover secrets that can boost your memory retention and overall learning efficiency. From exploring the science behind repetition learning and spaced repetition to mastering study techniques like active recall and interleaved practice, you'll gain insights on how to optimize brain pathways for better mental performance and self-discipline.
00:00:57 Chapter 3: Work With the Time Blocking Method
00:04:42 Block Your Recurring Activities First
00:06:58 Theme Your Day to Reduce Switching
00:11:30 Block Your Priorities Weekly
00:14:05 Here are the primary takeaways from today's episode.
How to Finish This Book (And Just About Anything Else): Proven Methods for Productivity, Taking Action, and Execution (Live a Disciplined Life 20)
By Peter Hollins
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FZGZF47W
Time blocking works because it removes decision fatigue from your day. Peter Hollins explains how to time block effectively using calendar tools like Google Calendar, and why this block scheduling method creates the focus conditions your brain needs to do deep work. The result: better output in fewer hours.
How to Finish This Book (And Just About Anything Else): Proven Methods for Productivity, Taking Action, and Execution (Live a Disciplined Life 20)
By Peter Hollins
If you're looking to ramp up your productivity and mental performance with some solid neuroscience-backed tips from Peter Hollins, check out our video on time blocking! Learn how to harness Google Calendar for a block schedule that boosts focus and efficiency. Whether you’re new to time management or just want to refine your planning techniques, we’ve got you covered with practical strategies and insights into self-discipline and learning.
00:00:49 Separate Tasks Based on Importance
00:04:39 Identify Your One Big Task
00:07:14 Plan Your Three Medium Tasks
00:09:27 Select Five Small Tasks
00:13:45 Here are the primary takeaways from today's episode.
How to Finish This Book (And Just About Anything Else): Proven Methods for Productivity, Taking Action, and Execution (Live a Disciplined Life 20)
By Peter Hollins
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FZGZF47W
Your unfinished projects are not a sign of laziness — they’re a sign of mental clutter, poor task triage, and too many open tabs in your brain.
How to Finish This Book (And Just About Anything Else) is your practical manual for clearing mental fog, prioritizing what truly matters, and creating momentum that lasts. It’s not about motivation — it’s about systems that make finishing inevitable.
Think of it as cognitive decluttering meets productivity minimalism. You’ll learn how to unload your brain, structure your day like an engineer, and finally stop being owned by your to-do list.
Inside, you’ll discover:
The “Brain Dump” Protocol: how to clear mental noise and sleep better by unloading your thoughts daily.
The 1–3–5 Task Method: a foolproof system for separating the important from the merely urgent.
The Time-Blocking Blueprint: how to theme your days and schedule priorities before chaos sets in.
The 3+2 Rule: crush overwhelm by doing less — and actually finishing more.
The Slump Mode Protocol: a science-backed method for snapping out of inertia and reclaiming focus fast.
The DRY Principle: consolidate repetitive tasks to buy back hours each week without burning out.
The “Why Check-In” Habit: reconnect your work to your values and stop drifting through meaningless busyness.
You’ll stop measuring progress by how busy you are and start measuring it by what’s done.
You don’t need more motivation. You need fewer decisions, less noise, and a system that finishes the work for you.
Whether you’re writing a book, building a business, or just trying to stay ahead of your to-do list — this book will teach you how to finish what you start, every single time.
Not just more productivity — actual peace of mind, clarity, and momentum that never wears off.
00:01:09 The Daily Habits of the Self-Disciplined Person
00:01:45 1. They treat their bodies well.
00:02:52 2. They stay away from temptation.
00:03:48 3. They break things down.
00:04:48 4. They proactively plan their routine.
00:05:53 5. They understand the power of accountability.
00:07:21 6. They have priorities.
00:08:02 7. They have clear vision Being disciplined is one thing, but to what end?
00:08:44 BE AWARE
00:09:32 TAKE ACTION
00:10:35 Here are the primary takeaways from this episode.
Self-Discipline On Autopilot: Do The Right Thing, Easily And Habitually (Live a Disciplined Life Book 21)
By Peter Hollins
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GJ3JLX5W
How to make self-discipline automatic, second nature, and habitual.
The biology of self-control and how to hack your body's limitations
Understanding all the roadblocks to motivation and self-control - almost all are psychological
Why you must start managing your TIME, not your energy
The role your neurotransmitters play in self-discipline
Clarifying your areas of control and interest for maximum adherence
How to make discomfort your best friend
How to "surf the urge" and "zazen"
Emotional kung fu and how to use your emotions to your advantage
Tools to get started, keep going, overcome distractions, and follow through every single time.
Self-discipline is the ability to do what you don't want to do. It allows you to push through, conquer, and achieve. Without this gritty trait, nothing is possible in life. Keep that in mind.
00:00:46 “Pavloving” Yourself
00:03:01 TAKE ACTION
00:07:14 ◦ Example: Sitting down with your
00:07:26 ◦ Example: Lighting a candle
00:08:32 Takeaways from this episode.
Self-Discipline On Autopilot: Do The Right Thing, Easily And Habitually (Live a Disciplined Life Book 21) By Peter Hollins
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GJ3JLX5W
How to make self-discipline automatic, second nature, and habitual.
The biology of self-control and how to hack your body's limitations
Understanding all the roadblocks to motivation and self-control - almost all are psychological
Why you must start managing your TIME, not your energy
The role your neurotransmitters play in self-discipline
Clarifying your areas of control and interest for maximum adherence
How to make discomfort your best friend
How to "surf the urge" and "zazen"
Emotional kung fu and how to use your emotions to your advantage
Tools to get started, keep going, overcome distractions, and follow through every single time.
Self-discipline is the ability to do what you don't want to do. It allows you to push through, conquer, and achieve. Without this gritty trait, nothing is possible in life. Keep that in mind.
00:00:40 The Caesarean Synthesis
00:02:05 I. Audacity as Strategy: The Psychology of the Gap
00:08:04 II. The Media Strategist: Latin as a Siege Engine
00:13:44 III. The Integrated Tactician: The Unified Field of Power
00:22:10 Takeaways
Julius Caesar and the Roman Empire (How to Conquer the World Book 1)
By Peter Hollins
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GRVW5PNH
Power bends to those who understand people, timing, and bold action. Julius Caesar mastered all three.
Julius Caesar did not simply rise to power. He engineered it.
In an age of political chaos, brutal warfare, and fragile alliances, Caesar transformed himself from an indebted aristocrat into the most powerful man in the Roman world. His story is not just about conquest, but about strategy, psychology, and the rare ability to bend events toward your will.
This concise mini-book explores the life of one of history’s most formidable figures through the lens of the qualities that made his rise possible. Caesar was not merely lucky, nor was he simply a brilliant general. His dominance came from a combination of traits that, when used together, made him nearly unstoppable.
You will see how these traits shaped his victories in Gaul, his defiance of the Roman Senate, and his dramatic march across the Rubicon that changed history forever.
Inside, you’ll discover:
• How Caesar built loyalty that made soldiers follow him across impossible campaigns
• The political instincts that allowed him to outmaneuver Rome’s most powerful rivals
• The bold risk-taking that turned dangerous gambles into legendary victories
• How Caesar used storytelling and reputation to magnify his power
• Why his enemies underestimated him again and again
• The three core traits that formed the foundation of his extraordinary success
Rather than presenting Caesar as a distant historical monument, this book reveals him as a strategist of human nature. His life offers insight into ambition, leadership, persuasion, and the calculated use of power.
Part biography and part strategic study, this volume distills the most important lessons from Caesar’s rise without burying them beneath dense academic detail. In just a short read, you will understand not only what Caesar did, but how he thought.
Julius Caesar changed Rome forever. But more importantly, he demonstrated timeless principles of influence, courage, and decisive action.
This mini-book is part of the How to Conquer the World series, which examines the individuals who reshaped history—and the traits that allowed them to do it.
Study the conquerors.
Understand their mindset.
And discover the patterns of power that echo through history.
Peter Hollins explores Julius Caesar's unique relationship with his soldiers, particularly the 10th Legion. Learn how Caesar forged an unprecedented connection through personal interactions and shared hardships, transforming them into a loyal and formidable force in ancient Rome. In this channel, Peter Hollins dives into the fascinating world of neuroscience and self-discipline through the lens of history's greatest leaders.
From Julius Caesar’s strategic brilliance as both a dictator and military commander to Brutus’s role in the fateful Ides of March assassination, we explore how ancient Roman empire dynamics mirror modern mental performance techniques. Dive deep with us as we unpack leadership lessons from Shakespeare’s "Julius Caesar," analyzing the complex legion bond and soldier loyalty that defined Caesar's unmatched command over the 10th Legion.
00:01:22 The 70% Rule Is a Procrastination Buster
00:11:05 The Fear of Making Mistakes
00:13:19 TAKE ACTION
Self-Discipline On Autopilot: Do The Right Thing, Easily And Habitually (Live a Disciplined Life Book 21)
By Peter Hollins
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https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GJ3JLX5W
How to make self-discipline automatic, second nature, and habitual.
The biology of self-control and how to hack your body's limitations
Understanding all the roadblocks to motivation and self-control - almost all are psychological
Why you must start managing your TIME, not your energy
The role your neurotransmitters play in self-discipline
Clarifying your areas of control and interest for maximum adherence
How to make discomfort your best friend
How to "surf the urge" and "zazen"
Emotional kung fu and how to use your emotions to your advantage
Tools to get started, keep going, overcome distractions, and follow through every single time.
Self-discipline is the ability to do what you don't want to do. It allows you to push through, conquer, and achieve. Without this gritty trait, nothing is possible in life. Keep that in mind.
00:01:26 Keep on Top of Tasks With the Ten-Minute Rule
00:03:03 Start With the Low-Hanging Fruit
00:03:49 Use a Timer
00:05:02 Keep Tabs on the Bigger Picture
00:06:53 Focus on Output and Not Outcome
00:08:26 TAKE ACTION
Self-Discipline On Autopilot: Do The Right Thing, Easily And Habitually (Live a Disciplined Life Book 21)
By Peter Hollins
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https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GJ3JLX5W
How to make self-discipline automatic, second nature, and habitual.
The biology of self-control and how to hack your body's limitations
Understanding all the roadblocks to motivation and self-control - almost all are psychological
Why you must start managing your TIME, not your energy
The role your neurotransmitters play in self-discipline
Clarifying your areas of control and interest for maximum adherence
How to make discomfort your best friend
How to "surf the urge" and "zazen"
Emotional kung fu and how to use your emotions to your advantage
Tools to get started, keep going, overcome distractions, and follow through every single time.
Self-discipline is the ability to do what you don't want to do. It allows you to push through, conquer, and achieve. Without this gritty trait, nothing is possible in life. Keep that in mind.
Peter Hollins explores how Beethoven, despite losing his hearing, continued to create masterpieces and inspire others with unwavering commitment. Discover the power of focusing on your vision and pushing through challenges to achieve greatness. You'll learn practical insights to stay motivated and elevate your own craft.
⏱ CHAPTERS
0:00 Intro
2:15 The Struggle Begins
4:19 Live Performances and Masterpieces
5:20 Challenges and Resilience
6:25 Overcoming Adversity Through Music
7:58 Beethoven's Symphony Premiere
9:31 Early Musical Education
12:08 Direct Sales to Publishers
13:39 Unique Voice and Vision
15:45 Personal Achievements and Goals
17:25 Summary of Today’s Study
Join us as we dive into the fascinating world of neuroscience with Peter Hollins, where you'll discover how even legendary figures like Beethoven harnessed their creativity and self-discipline to overcome incredible obstacles. Whether you're a musician looking to boost your mental performance or someone seeking better time management and productivity hacks, our channel offers insights that blend leadership wisdom with scientific understanding to keep you motivated and committed on your journey of personal growth.
How to Suffer Well: Timeless Knowledge on Dealing with Hardship and Becoming Anguish-Proof (Live a Disciplined Life Book 12) By: Peter Hollins
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https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09W1NCBQX
Your capacity to handle suffering determines where you get in life. How do you want to live?
Life is tough, so you better get a helmet. Life is not a walk in the park. You'll run into pain, anguish, and obstacles. But who says that they need to affect you?
Build immunity to emotional, mental, and physical discomfort and suffering. It can be trained.
How to Suffer Well is a literal guidebook to defeating the voices in your head that tell you to give up. Instead, they'll be replaced with voices that tell you it'll be okay, this will pass, and life goes happily on.
It might sound difficult, but this is all teachable. You'll learn how to become the most zen person you know. Wouldn't it be nice to only experience the positive side of emotions?
How to tolerate the rigors of life without collapsing. Increase your mental pain tolerance to that of superhuman levels.
Peter Hollins has studied psychology and peak human performance for over a dozen years and is a bestselling author. He has worked with a multitude of individuals to unlock their potential and path towards success. His writing draws on his academic, coaching, and research experience.
Greatly expand your comfort zone and build layers of mental armor to ensure your happiness.
Guest chapter by acclaimed blogger Jason Merchey on the balm of humor to quell suffering.
Why suffering is life, but attachment is suffering
Tried and true paths to overcoming suffering
Defenses against negativity, expectations, and things outside of our control
How to live in the present, unhindered by the past or the future
How compassion and purpose assist in suffering better
How to Self-Learn: Teach Yourself Anything, Become an Expert, and Memorize Everything (Learning how to Learn Book 20) By: Peter Hollins
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https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B4JVYQ7Y
Learn effectively when you have to be both the teacher and student. How to learn smart.
Self-learning is not just about performing better in the classroom or the office. It’s about being able to aim your life in whatever direction you choose and conquering the obstacles in front of you.
Replicable methods and insights to build expertise from ground zero.
How to Self-Learn focuses not only on learning, but what it means to direct your own learning. Anyone can read a book, but what about more? You will learn to deconstruct a topic and then construct your own syllabus and plan. Gathering information, initial research, having a dialogue with new information - unlock these skills and you will unlock your life.
Make complex topics painless and less intimidating to approach and break down.
Peter Hollins has studied psychology and peak human performance for over a dozen years and is a bestselling author. He has worked with a multitude of individuals to unlock their potential and path towards success. His writing draws on his academic, coaching, and research experience.
Science-based methods to help your brain absorb and retain more.
• Essential memory-boosting techniques.
• How to deeply encode information into your brain.
• How to understand the bigger picture of how your brain learns.
• Understanding the learning mindsets you need, and the ones you must avoid.
• Models and frameworks for every phase of learning and memory.
Most people have multiple careers in their lives. Self-learning is how you keep up and adapt.
The only thing that is given in life is that it will change. Seasons change. Moods change. You will change. Whatever happens, you will need to adapt to your new circumstances. Survival of the fittest isn’t just something that exists in science textbooks - it’s what happens in every phase of your life. The ability to learn is what determines whether you sink or swim. .
00:00:22 Hello listeners
00:01:28 We’ll first turn our attention to the much-admired author Viktor Frankl
Legendary Self-Discipline: Lessons from Mythology and Modern Heroes on Choosing the Right Path Over the Easy Path By Peter Hollins
Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/legendaryselfdiscipline
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B089G6MNQC
Fight temptation, tame your impulses, and learn to persevere.
We know we should use self-discipline, just like we know we should budget more wisely, or eat more healthy. But just because we know about something doesn’t mean we know how to do it.
See role model; copy role model. It's the quickest path from Point A to Point B.
Legendary Self-Discipline teaches you tough lessons in clear ways. Want to learn to resist distraction, push through your pain, and embrace a life of hardship yet ultimate fulfillment? The ancient Greeks were onto something. Not only that - we’ll dive into a few more modern role models to emulate, and understand how we can cope with the difficulties of life, yet never stop and keep on going.
This book imparts a multitude of lessons in two sections. The first section is on mythology and seeing willpower and great hardship play out - this allows you to understand the best mindset. The second section is on real-life titans of self-discipline and perseverance - this shows you what is truly possible.
How to keep going when the going gets tough.
Peter Hollins has studied psychology and peak human performance for over a dozen years and is a bestselling author. He has worked with a multitude of individuals to unlock their potential and path towards success. His writing draws on his academic, coaching, and research experience.
Learn the willpower lessons that have withstood the test of time.
Pandora’s Box, the 12 labors of Hercules, the story of Arete and Kakia, Icarus and Daedalus, and many more tales to capture your imagination and motivate you to be better. Plus, well-known modern figures such as Victor Frankl, Stephen King, Thomas Edison, and Benjamin Franklin.
Identify the tiny changes you can make for huge results in your life.
Many times, what we want is not complex. You might even call it simple. Yet, it is rarely easy. And that’s because self-discipline holds us back. Our habits, addictions, and limited comfort zone control us. But that’s no way to live. Take inspiration from heroes of old and present-day warriors.
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This is the sixth book in the “Live a Disciplined Life” series, as listed below:
1.The Science of Self-Discipline: The Willpower, Mental Toughness, and Self-Control to Resist Temptation and Achieve Your Goals.
2.Finish What You Start: The Art of Following Through, Taking Action, Executing, & Self-Discipline.
3.Neuro-Discipline: Everyday Neuroscience for Self-Discipline, Focus, and Defeating Your Brain’s Impulsive and Distracted Nature.
4.Mind Over Matter: The Self-Discipline to Execute Without Excuses, Control Your Impulses, and Keep Going When You Want to Give Up.
- Practical Self-Discipline.
6.Legendary Self-Discipline: Lessons from Mythology and Modern Heroes on Choosing the Right Path Over the Easy Path.
00:00:25 Hello listeners
00:05:59 Phobias
00:12:04 Anxiety and Fear
00:20:38 Does Free Will Exist?
00:25:30 Takeaways
00:00:25 Hello listeners
00:05:59 Phobias
00:12:04 Anxiety and Fear
00:20:38 Does Free Will Exist?
00:25:30 Takeaways
Psychological Triggers: Human Nature, Irrationality, and Why We Do What We Do. The Hidden Influences Behind Our Actions, Thoughts, and Behaviors. (Understand Your Brain Better)
By: Peter Hollins
Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/psychologicaltriggershollins
Understand, avoid, and defeat the subconscious causes of your irrational and self-defeating behaviors. It’s only human nature.
A psychological trigger is something that causes us to act out of urgency - not correctness or even happiness. It’s a switch that is flipped outside of our consciousness. This is fertile ground for some of the worst decisions of our lives.
Seize control and of your impulses and make better decisions.
Psychological Triggers is an introduction to yourself - your impulses, your desires, and everything in your subconscious that drives you to action. It answers the question, “Why did I just make a terrible choice when I know I shouldn’t have?”
We are all slaves to our triggers, and this book seeks to identify them to better battle them. We might think we are making our decisions independently and out of free will, but you’ll discover that to be far from reality.
Master your psychology, master your life.
Peter Hollins has studied psychology and peak human performance for over a dozen years and is a bestselling author. He has worked with a multitude of individuals to unlock their potential and path towards success. His writing draws on his academic, coaching, and research experience.
Think clearly and triumph over your human nature.
•The triggering effects of social pressure and conformity.
•How everyday emotions are behind some of the most powerful triggers.
•Natural, biological, evolutionary human drives - can you regulate them?
•Simple thinking traps we all fall victim to.
•The notion of free will and whether it truly exists.
Beat psychological triggers, reclaim your free will, and irrationality.
Is purely rational thinking, devoid of emotion and human drives, a reality? Probably not. But you can certainly live free from your worst impulses and irrational hunches, which are what psychological triggers create more often than not. See yourself thrive from consistently making beneficial decisions and defeating your primal psychology.
Understand, avoid, and defeat the subconscious causes of your irrational and self-defeating behaviors. It’s only human nature.
A psychological trigger is something that causes us to act out of urgency - not correctness or even happiness. It’s a switch that is flipped outside of our consciousness. This is fertile ground for some of the worst decisions of our lives.
Seize control and of your impulses and make better decisions.
Psychological Triggers is an introduction to yourself - your impulses, your desires, and everything in your subconscious that drives you to action. It answers the question, “Why did I just make a terrible choice when I know I shouldn’t have?”
We are all slaves to our triggers, and this book seeks to identify them to better battle them. We might think we are making our decisions independently and out of free will, but you’ll discover that to be far from reality.
Master your psychology, master your life.
Peter Hollins has studied psychology and peak human performance for over a dozen years and is a bestselling author. He has worked with a multitude of individuals to unlock their potential and path towards success. His writing draws on his academic, coaching, and research experience.
Think clearly and triumph over your human nature.
• The triggering effects of social pressure and conformity.
• How everyday emotions are behind some of the most powerful triggers.
• Natural, biological, evolutionary human drives - can you regulate them?
• Simple thinking traps we all fall victim to.
• The notion of free will and whether it truly exists.
Beat psychological triggers, reclaim your free will, and irrationality.
Is purely rational thinking, devoid of emotion and human drives, a reality? Probably not. But you can certainly live free from your worst impulses and irrational hunches, which are what psychological triggers create more often than not. See yourself thrive from consistently making beneficial decisions and defeating your primal psychology. .
00:00:28 Hello listeners
00:01:03 “Give me a place to stand and a lever long enough, and I will move the world."
00:13:40 • Use breaks and rest strategically.
00:14:31 • Cut down on noise and distraction.
00:15:17 • Honor your random insights and epiphanies by writing them down when they happen.
00:18:00 • Find a task so engrossing that it makes the rest of the world disappear.
00:18:29 • It may sound obvious, but if you’re “on a roll,” don’t forcefully stop yourself.
00:18:46 • Even our passions can be a drag sometimes, but it’s often just a question of getting started and staying with a task long enough for our own natural momentum to kick in.
00:20:00 • Whatever you’re trying to learn, find ways to anchor it in your everyday life.
00:28:31 Questions for reflection
00:00:28 Hello listeners
00:01:03 “Give me a place to stand and a lever long enough, and I will move the world."
00:13:40 • Use breaks and rest strategically.
00:14:31 • Cut down on noise and distraction.
00:15:17 • Honor your random insights and epiphanies by writing them down when they happen.
00:18:00 • Find a task so engrossing that it makes the rest of the world disappear.
00:18:29 • It may sound obvious, but if you’re “on a roll,” don’t forcefully stop yourself.
00:18:46 • Even our passions can be a drag sometimes, but it’s often just a question of getting started and staying with a task long enough for our own natural momentum to kick in.
00:20:00 • Whatever you’re trying to learn, find ways to anchor it in your everyday life.
00:28:31 Questions for reflection
Think Like the Greats: Lessons from History’s Top Performers, Champions, and Masters (Mental Models for Better Living Book 9)
By Peter Hollins
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FD8QJZCV
What if the secret to greatness isn’t talent, but how you think?
Imagine channeling the calm discipline of Marcus Aurelius in chaos, the precision of Marie Curie in pursuit of truth, the inventive fire of Archimedes under pressure, the emotional genius of Shakespeare on the page, and the relentless artistry of Mozart in the face of rejection.
THINK LIKE THE GREATS is not a biography compilation — it’s your mental upgrade, built on the tested thinking patterns of the world’s most iconic performers, inventors, creators, and philosophers. These were not just individuals of talent, but of uncommon perspective — and this book decodes their mental frameworks for modern use.
Inside, you’ll uncover how to:
Strengthen Mental Clarity and Control: Apply Stoic reasoning from Marcus Aurelius to stay steady in a turbulent world.
Fuel Lifelong Curiosity and Grit: Embrace the scientific persistence and intellectual courage of Marie Curie to solve hard problems.
Think in First Principles: Adopt Archimedes’ radical approach to innovation and insight — not just solving problems, but reframing them.
Master Emotional Intelligence Through Story: Learn how Shakespeare used narrative to expose human truth and influence minds across centuries.
Produce at a High Level with Consistency: Unpack the rituals and resilience behind Mozart’s relentless creativity and output.
Whether you’re building a company, crafting your legacy, or just hungry to be better — the masters of history have already left the blueprint. This book hands it to you.
Stop following the average path. Start thinking like the greats — and create your own enduring masterpiece.
00:00:27 Hello listeners, welcome to The Science of Self
00:05:34 The Different Types of Laziness
00:20:21 Make the Serenity Prayer your new mantra
How To Do Things You Hate: Self-Discipline to Suffer Less, Embrace the Suck, and Achieve Anything (Live a Disciplined Life Book 16) By: Peter Hollins
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CGRD68JL
Doing things you hate is a skill. And it's a skill that is always in high demand.
Look, you can teach hard skills. You can teach a monkey to do lots of things that humans can do. But you can't force them to work without a monkey revolt on your hands.
All growth comes from discomfort and the ability to push through.
How To Do Things You Hate is a primer on how you can embody the self-discipline to live the life you want. It's not easy; otherwise everyone would be there. It requires surmounting boulders, crossing oceans, and not a small amount of pain. It's always worth it, but are you able to get there? Are you tough enough? Can you find the motivation inside you somewhere? Are you able to taking it on the chin?
After this book, you will be able to resoundingly say YES!
Self-discipline and willpower are the best habits, because everything can stack on them.
Peter Hollins has studied psychology and peak human performance for over a dozen years and is a bestselling author. He has worked with a multitude of individuals to unlock their potential and path towards success. His writing draws on his academic, coaching, and research experience.
Not just more productivity, but you'll start to notice that your to-do list will always be DONE.
-Diagnose and understand the exact type of laziness problem you have and why your butt is always glued to the couch.
-The value of discomfort and how to love it with daily exercises and practices that make you absolutely monk-like.
-The incredibly valuable 90-second rule of emotional volatility and self-mastery.
-The doom loop of procrastination and how you are probably caught in it right now, every day.
-How you should approach your daily tasks like a pro athlete with daily routines, and activation modes .
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In the meantime, feel free to catch up on any episodes you might have missed or revisit your favorites. We’ll be back before you know it, ready to explore new topics and share even more amazing stories. Your support means the world to us, and we can't wait to embark on this next chapter together.
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00:08:41 Successive relearning, according to learning expert Bill Cerbin
00:14:43 Here are a few steps to get you started
00:21:29 Here are the primary takeaways from today's episode.
Become a Studying and Learning Machine: Strategies For the Top of the Class, Promotions, and Smashing Your Goals (Learning how to Learn Book 27) By Peter Hollins
Hear it Here - bit.ly/4hqQa5q
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D41QTWPY
The best students, the top performers, the quickest learners - it's not by luck. They know what they're doing, and you can be like them too.
We've never been taught how to learn. Yet learning is the keystone to any goal you want to achieve. Let's start changing your life with this very book.
A learning structure and framework that takes you from A-Z, in what to do and how to approach it.
STUDYING AND LEARNING MACHINE takes you on a psychological and physiological journey of your brain and how to work with it best. What your brain likes and hates - that will 1000% impact how quickly and effectively you learn. The more you learn, the more you earn! So let's go on this journey together of how to maximize your time, money, and life path!
Master your approach and save countless hours.
Peter Hollins has studied psychology and peak human performance for over a dozen years and is a bestselling author. He has worked with a multitude of individuals to unlock their potential and path towards success. His writing draws on his academic, coaching, and research experience.
Smarter, faster, and better ways to achieve expertise.
-What Descartes had to say about effective reading and retention.
-How to 'scaffold' content that you read for better memorization.
-The STIC framework and how it makes your brain want to help you learn better.
-Understanding various types of thinking modes and when to use each one.
-Play - how it helps learning and how you can speed up your learning 2x.
-How to climb a 'skill tree' to keep your progress efficient and effective .
Unlock Productivity with Play: A Conversation with Jolyn Ledgerwood
See the full converstaion at https://youtu.be/VleRbyL5L0Q
Join us on Social Skills Coaching as we delve into an insightful conversation with Jolyn Ledgerwood, a consultant, coach, and founder of Elevate Your Talent. Discover how Jolyn transitioned from corporate training to personal coaching, using innovative methodologies like Lego Serious Play and Clifton Strengths. Learn about the importance of play in the workplace, the value of mental health, and practical tips for personal and professional growth. Tune in for an engaging discussion on how embracing playfulness can make you more productive and fulfilled.
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:36 Meet Jolyn Ledgerwood
02:10 Discovering Lego Serious Play
03:33 The Power of Play in the Workplace
05:30 Jolyn's Background and Methodologies
10:24 Advocating for Mental Health
12:50 Connecting and Coaching with Jolyn
14:38 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
00:01:09 Aristippus and Ethical Hedonism.
00:07:45 How is Ethical Hedonism Different from Hedonism?
00:10:37 Reframe the Way You Think about Pleasure
00:17:45 Reframe the Way You Think about Pain
00:22:52 Here are the main takeaways from today's episode.
Philosophies on Self-Discipline: Lessons from History’s Greatest Thinkers on How to Start, Endure, Finish, & Achieve (Live a Disciplined Life Book 7) By Peter Hollins
Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/philosophieshollins
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08H1BSFCV
8 meditations on goal achievement and getting things done no matter the circumstances.
Instead of trying to go it alone or wing it, apply lessons from some of history’s greatest thinkers. Harness thousands of years worth of wisdom, not just your own.
Our thoughts determine our actions. Learn from the best and create a self-disciplined mindset.
Philosophies on Self-Discipline brings you the condensed knowledge of philosophers, polymaths, scientists, and psychologists. You will gain a working knowledge of many classic texts and theories, and learn how to apply them to your own modern life. There is no better way to become a well-rounded person who is also productive on command, and never prone to procrastinating.
Thousands of years of knowledge in one book.
Peter Hollins has studied psychology and peak human performance for over a dozen years and is a bestselling author. He has worked with a multitude of individuals to unlock their potential and path towards success. His writing draws on his academic, coaching, and research experience.
A quintessential guide for procrastinators and couch potatoes.
•Plato, Akrasia, and the power of small wins.•Nietzsche and the energy that our willpower runs on.•How to re-imagine hedonism for your own purposes.•Freud, subconscious desires, and getting things done.•The science of behaviorism and what we can learn from rats.•Kaizen, rituals, and focusing on the present.
Use tips and techniques that combine psychology with philosophy.
No more ifs, buts, or ands. Just simple action and execution.
Get started, fight your resistance, and finish your task -- starting with clicking the BUY NOW button.
This is the seventh book in the “Live a Disciplined Life” series, as listed below:1.The Science of Self-Discipline: The Willpower, Mental Toughness, and Self-Control to Resist Temptation and Achieve Your Goals2.Finish What You Start: The Art of Following Through, Taking Action, Executing, & Self-Discipline3.Neuro-Discipline: Everyday Neuroscience for Self-Discipline, Focus, and Defeating Your Brain’s Impulsive and Distracted Nature4.Mind Over Matter: The Self-Discipline to Execute Without Excuses, Control Your Impulses, and Keep Going When You Want to Give Up5. Practical Self-Discipline6.Legendary Self-Discipline: Lessons from Mythology and Modern Heroes on Choosing the Right Path Over the Easy Path7. Philosophies on Self-Discipline: Lessons from History’s Greatest Thinkers on How to Start, Endure, Finish, & Achieve.
Unlocking Deeper Connections & Overcoming Trauma with Sonya Figueiredo
See the full conversation at https://youtu.be/JFLM-8xD07Y
In this insightful episode of The Science of Self, host Russell interviews Sonya Figueiredo, founder of Mindful Transitions. Sonya shares her personal journey that led her to start her coaching business, focusing on professional women in the corporate world. She emphasizes the importance of addressing deeper issues, breaking through personal barriers, and fostering genuine connections in all facets of life. Sonya discusses the difference between coaching and therapy, the significance of understanding one's 'why,' and practical tips for self-improvement and daily routines. Learn how to navigate life's challenges and improve your relationships from the inside out.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:22 Sonya's Journey to Mindful Transitions
02:26 Understanding Trauma and Coaching
04:25 Purpose and Self-Discovery
06:32 Self-Improvement Courses and Techniques
13:20 Daily Routines and Habits
16:13 Final Thoughts and Closing
00:00:33 Today's featured book from Peter Hollins is The Science of Introverts.
00:01:06 For today's episode, we're pulling from the beginning of Chapter 3
00:03:31 Irish researcher Ipek Kulahci
00:07:01 Typically, surveys having to do with personality type
00:09:36 Ryan Howell, a psychologist from San Francisco State University, conducted a study
00:12:29 Psychologists Wido Oerlemans and Arnold Bakker also conducted a study
00:15:32 Take, for example, the story of one Jason Comely, originator of rejection therapy.
00:20:47 Brigham Young University researcher Julianne Holt-Lunstad reviewed data
00:23:32 Here's the primary takeaway from today's episode.
The Science of Introverts: Explore the Personality Spectrum for Self-Discovery, Self-Awareness, & Self-Care. Design a Life That Fits. By Peter Hollins
Hear it Here - https://adbl.co/3S4Z79w
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07L9C77YJ
Discover the hidden causes behind your behaviors and habits. Stop trying to impersonate someone you’re not.
We use the terms introvert and extrovert constantly. We use them to label ourselves and everyone we know. But what do they really mean? How much of so-called common knowledge is misconceptions and stereotypes?
The Science of Introverts will uncover everything you never knew about yourself and others, and will teach you how to take advantage of who you are and capitalize on your unique strengths.
Feel comfortable and confident in your own skin.
Think of The Science of Introverts as the most actionable textbook you’ve ever come across. It is filled with breakthrough and fascinating studies regarding introversion, extroversion, and personality in general -- and the lessons we can take and use to enrich our lives and feel more comfortable in our unique identities. You will begin a journey of self-discovery and find practical knowledge about yourself.
The backbone of the book is a deep dive into the science of personality, with over 30 studies synthesized, including the most recent and up-to-date research on the biology of introversion and personality.
Learn self-care and how to strategically manage your social capacity.
Peter Hollins has studied psychology and peak human performance for over a dozen years and is a bestselling author. He has worked with dozens of individuals to unlock their potential and path towards success. His writing draws on his academic, coaching, and research experience. He’s also a massive introvert – this book is written for introverts by an introvert.
Stop feeling pressure or obligated to be someone you’re not .
•An analysis of the major personality types and the difference in habits and behaviors they create. Also covers the concept of the HSP.
•The scientific basis for introversion and extroversion - and how they affect you.
•How to change your personality to be happier. Yes, really.
•An action guide for introverts to succeed socially even when they want isolation.
•Countless scientific discoveries about how introverts see the world and function differently.
Find solitude in our loud world without becoming a social hermit.
When you can understand what is pulling you in different directions, you can take charge and design a life that suits your needs, whims, and desires. This goes beyond social situations and into every aspect of your life. Knowing yourself is the key to moving towards a life you want.
Finding Joy through Helping Others: Insights from Iuri Melo on Wellness and Prevention
See the full conversation at https://youtu.be/S8-vJTRqQHw
In this episode, Iuri Melo, a licensed clinical social worker and co-founder of School Pulse, shares valuable insights on improving wellness through 'other care' and proactive prevention. He discusses the impactful journey of creating School Pulse in response to a student suicide crisis in Utah, emphasizing the importance of connection and proactive engagement. The conversation also touches on the significance of maintaining a positive mindset, the power of relationships, and key habits for personal success. Tune in to learn strategies for fostering joy, meaning, and resilience in life.
00:00 Introduction to Creating Misery and Wellness
00:46 Meet Iuri Melo: Licensed Clinical Social Worker
01:30 The Genesis of School Pulse
03:18 Proactive Engagement and Support
05:10 The Power of Optimism and Relationships
08:03 Habits for Success and Well-being
11:19 Final Thoughts and Parting Words
How Proactive Mental Health Strategies Can Transform Lives | Interview with Iuri Melo
Join us in this insightful episode where we talk to Iuri Melo, a licensed clinical social worker and co-founder of School Pulse. Iuri shares his transformative journey from working as a psychotherapist to co-founding a proactive mental health service aimed at improving student wellness. He delves into the importance of shifting from just intervention to proactive care, the role of positive psychology, and how involving students in engaging activities like adventure therapy can significantly improve their mental health. Discover how other-care can be a more effective mood booster than self-care and the unparalleled importance of community and connections in fostering wellbeing.
Join us for a lively conversation as Russell Newton sits down with Iuri Melo, a licensed clinical social worker and co-founder of School Pulse, to explore the world of positive psychology, growth mindset, and personal development. We dive into how social skills, charisma, and emotional wellness can transform student success and everyday life.
Throughout the episode, we touch on the power of CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), the importance of relationships, and how being proactive about mental health and wellness can make a real difference. Iuri shares insights from his experience with adventure therapy and climbing therapy, and we discuss practical ways to build resilience, presence, and likability.
We also chat about the influence of thought leaders like Eckhart Tolle (The Power of Now), Viktor Frankl, Stephen Covey (Seven Habits), and Tony Robbins, and how their ideas can inspire self-improvement, leadership, and empowerment. Whether you’re interested in habit stacks, miracle mornings, or just want to boost your productivity and emotional wellness, this episode is packed with evidence-based advice and real-world stories.
Tune in for a casual, inspiring discussion that will leave you ready to thrive, not just survive!
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00:00:35 Today's featured book is The Art of Strategic Decision-Making
00:05:51 The three models of subconscious desires and needs are Maslow’s hierarchy of needs, Tony Robbins’s matrix of human desires, and the Max-Neef model of fundamental human needs.
00:06:07 Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs Abraham
00:09:52 Physiological Fulfillment.
00:17:10 Takeaways
The Art of Strategic Decision-Making: How to Make Tough Decisions Quickly, Intelligently, and Safely By: Peter Hollins
Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/DecisionMakingHollins
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B095NBHCDR
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Are you tired of making decisions that leave you feeling regretful or stuck? Do you wish there was a way to make tough choices quickly, intelligently, and safely? In this video, we delve into "The Art of Strategic Decision Making" by Peter Hollins, a powerful guide to unlocking the secrets of effective decision-making.
Drawing on groundbreaking insights from psychology, neuroscience, and self-development, Peter Hollins reveals the hidden biases that sabotage our choices and unveils a practical framework for making decisions aligned with our values and goals.
Discover Your Inner Satisfaction with Cary Prejean | The Science of Self Podcast
See the full conversation at https://youtu.be/9Eva0A2oKRI
In this episode of 'The Science of Self,' we welcome Cary Prejean, an experienced business consultant and CPA, to talk about personal satisfaction and growth. Cary shares his journey from the financial world to coaching business owners on doubling profits and structuring successful businesses. However, this episode is not just about business; it's about discovering what truly satisfies you in life. Cary explains the importance of defining satisfaction, being your authentic self, valuing environments where you're appreciated, and distinguishing the narratives that shape you. He provides valuable insights on living a fulfilling life filled with joy, gratitude, and ambition. Learn how to cultivate a mindset that empowers you to achieve personal and professional growth. Tune in to redefine your life's satisfaction!
00:00 Embrace Your True Self
00:37 Introduction to Our Guest: Cary Prejean
01:05 The Importance of Financial Literacy for Business Owners
02:39 Connecting Business Strategies to Personal Growth
02:56 Defining Satisfaction and Happiness
06:16 The Role of Coaches in Personal and Professional Development
09:37 Understanding Your Unique Value
14:28 Habits for a Rewarding Life
18:16 Final Thoughts and Farewell
00:00:48 We're looking at Chapter 1, From Comfort Zone to Growth Zone.
00:01:42 Judith Bardwick, a management theorist
00:04:27 Abraham Maslow's (1943) theory of self-actualization
00:04:56 Perhaps someone like Thomas Edison
00:05:22 According to renowned Stanford psychologist Carol Dweck in her book Mindset
00:08:01 Psychologist Andy Molinsky
00:09:58 Takeaway
The Lifelong Learner: How to Develop Yourself, Continually Grow, Expand Your Horizons, and Pursue Anything (Learning how to Learn Book 21) By: Peter Hollins
Hear it Here - https://adbl.co/3KWyCB0
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BRHGJN4F
Join us as we dive into "The Lifelong Learner: How to Develop Yourself, Continually Grow, Expand Your Horizons, and Pursue Anything". In this enlightening episode, the importance of learning and self-development. You'll hear inspiring stories from individuals like Carol Dweck, Thomas Edison, and more. Discover how developing a growth mindset can help you overcome fears, manage anxiety, and reach your full potential in both personal and professional life. Learn about the Learning Zone, Comfort Zone, and Development Zone from Peter Hollins. Plus, gain insights from experts like Andy Molinsky, Judith Bardwick, Martin Leberman, and others on motivation, psychology, resilience, achievement, and more!
The Mindset of Lifelong Learning with Dr. Carmen Bell
See the full conversation at https://youtu.be/v9nuF6CBdic
In this episode of The Science of Self, host Russell welcomes Dr. Carmen Bell to discuss the importance of maintaining a mindset of continuous learning and growth throughout life. Dr. Carmen shares insights on professional and personal development, emphasizing the value of always being open to new opportunities and knowledge. She highlights the differences between formal continuing education and a lifelong learner's mindset. Additionally, Dr. Carmen dives into how to identify and overcome blind spots in your career and personal life, as well as tips for effectively seeking feedback and striving for true leadership. The episode concludes with personal anecdotes about Dr. Carmen's daughter, a successful Harvard student, showcasing the impact of a strategic and supportive upbringing.
00:00 Introduction to Lifelong Learning
00:37 Welcoming Dr. Carmen Bell
01:55 Defining Continuing Professional Education
03:42 The Growth Mindset
04:54 Identifying and Overcoming Blind Spots
07:02 Leadership and Career Advancement
09:33 Discussing Personal Development
12:20 Dr. Carmen's Daughter and Parenting Insights
14:10 Navigating College Admissions
00:00:35 Hello, listeners
00:01:02 Physical Energy Vampires.
00:12.08 Takeaway
Have More Energy. A Blueprint for Productivity, Focus, and Self-Discipline—for the Perpetually Tired and Lazy (Think Smarter, Not Harder Book 8) By: Peter Hollins
Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/MoreEnergyHollins
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09CNZ2KDP
Discover how to increase your energy, productivity, and focus in life by learning to identify and deal with energy vampires. In this video, we'll explore the signs of apathy, exhaustion, and poor motivation that can be symptoms of toxic relationships or people who drain your energy. Learn about the different types of energy vampires – emotional, physical, and social – and practical steps to protect yourself from their negative influence on your wellbeing. Peter Hollins shares insights from his book "Have More Energy: A Blueprint for Productivity, Focus, and Self-Discipline for the Perpetually Tired and Lazy." Understand the science behind self-energy management, set healthy boundaries, and improve work-life balance to reclaim control over your mental health and relationships. Don't let energy vampires sap your vitality anymore; join us as we discuss how to deal with them effectively.
Photo by Andrea Piacquadio: https://www.pexels.com/photo/overworked-adult-female-entrepreneur-with-papers-in-light-modern-office-3808819/
The Interplay of Mind and Body with Dr. Margaret Cochran: Overcoming Fear and Inflammation
See the Full Interview at https://youtu.be/PMnQIw7fNEw
Dr. Margaret Cochran is a licensed clinical social worker, life coach, hypnotherapist, educator, social media personality, and author with over 25 years of experience in helping individuals achieve their personal and professional goals.
Throughout her career, Dr. Cochran has been featured in numerous media outlets nationwide, and she regularly contributes to the Huffington Post, appears on NBC Sacramento’s morning show, and has hosted radio programs such as “Wisdom, Love and Magic” and “A Mental Health Moment.”
Dr. Cochran is a transpersonal psychologist, licensed clinical social worker, life coach, hypnotherapist, educator, social media personality and author with more than 25 years of clinical experience. A seasoned professional dedicated to the health and well-being of all her patients, Dr. Cochran takes a whole person approach to mental health and wellness. She seamlessly interweaves traditional ego psychology, transpersonal psychology and energy psychology affording her patients every tool possible to achieve their goals and make their dreams a reality.
Dr. Cochran has been featured in a range of media outlets throughout the country including BBC, ABC, CBS, NBC and FOX affiliates, CBS Radio, Healthline, Yahoo Life, Total Beauty, Media News Group, Mercury News, and many additional outlets. In addition to the Huffington Post, she has also been featured regularly on NBC Sacramento’s morning show and hosted radio programs such as, “Wisdom, Love and Magic” and “A Mental Health Moment.”
In this insightful episode, Dr. Margaret Cochran, also known as 'the relationship doctor,' delves into the intricate connection between the mind and body. She explains how fear and inflammation work hand in hand to affect our health and shares powerful methods to mitigate these effects. Dr. Cochran discusses her unique background in clinical social work, psychology, metaphysics, and wildlife rehabilitation, offering fascinating stories and practical advice. Learn about energy psychology, hypnotherapy, and the transformative power of gratitude. Discover how to challenge 'shoulds,' cultivate empathy, and rewire your brain for resilience.
00:00 Introduction: The Two Causes of Sickness
00:30 Meet Dr. Margaret Cochran
01:10 Exploring Metaphysics and Traditional Physics
01:50 Therapeutic Approaches and Fear
03:32 The Interplay of Mind and Body
04:31 Hypnosis and Its Applications
05:45 Understanding Trance and Hypnosis
08:15 Anchoring Techniques for Compulsive Behaviors
11:26 Teaching Compassion and Empathy
14:59 Dr. Cochran's Books and Their Themes
18:41 Daily Practices for Self-Development
20:07 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
In this insightful episode featuring Dr. Margaret Cochran, a relationship doctor with a unique background in wildlife rehabilitation, we explore the profound mind-body connection. Dr. Cochran delves into how fear and inflammation are deeply intertwined, affecting our holistic health and wellness. She discusses practical ways to achieve resilience and personal growth by utilizing techniques from transpersonal psychology, energy psychology, and hypnotherapy. The conversation highlights the importance of gratitude, empathy, and compassion as powerful tools for rewiring the brain.
The discussion also touches upon deeper metaphysical concepts, such as quantum entanglement and the interconnectedness of humanity, and how they relate to healing and personal transformation. By understanding the brain's role and challenging limiting beliefs, listeners are equipped to overcome fear, mitigate stress, and foster a stronger sense of emotional well-being. Dr. Cochran's expertise offers a comprehensive approach to self-help, blending clinical social work principles with a broader spiritual perspective to help individuals achieve lasting personal growth.
The Study Skills Handbook: How to Ace Tests, Get Straight A’s, and Succeed in School (Learning how to Learn Book 17) By: Peter Hollins
Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/StudySkillsHollins
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B099QWGNNG
This video delves into effective studying techniques drawn from "The Study Skills Handbook: How to Ace Tests, Get Straight As, and Succeed in School" by Peter Hollins. Learn how to make your study sessions fun, easy, and successful. We'll discuss Chapter 2 topics including subject mastery, teaching others, and The Learning Pyramid. Discover the power of The Protégé Effect in enhancing your learning experience. Join us as we unravel these valuable strategies to help you reach your academic goals.
"Studying Techniques: Unlocking Your Full Potential - Study Skills Handbook"
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Join us as we delve into the fascinating world of learning through teaching. Discover how this approach deepens our understanding, enhances recall, and leads to better comprehension. We'll explore the protégé effect, a phenomenon where students who teach others thrive in their academic journey. Lastly, we'll unpack the power of analogies in teaching – an essential tool for effectively conveying new concepts. Stay tuned as we dive into these topics and more!
• By learning to teach others, we deepen our own understanding and retention, since we uncover a richer and more fundamental appreciation of the concepts behind the material. Compared to other strategies, teaching others may have the highest chance of improving recall and comprehension.
• The protégé effect is the observation that students who teach others do better, perhaps because they learn incrementally, take responsibility for the learning process, and are “ego-protected” from the prospect of failure.
• Analogies, examples, and metaphors are powerful tools to convey new concepts. To use them effectively in teaching/learning, make use of as many different analogies as possible and mix them in frequently, using examples to illustrate. Only use those analogies that actually work (i.e. don’t forget their purpose) and reserve them more complex topics, since they may only confuse simpler ideas.
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Embracing Life's Challenges with Hussein Halak: From Syria to Success
In this insightful episode of 'The Science of Self,' host Russell welcomes Hussein Halak, a multi-talented entrepreneur, strategist, author, and artist originally from Syria. Hussein discusses his journey from growing up in a highly educated but politically challenging Syria, to becoming a successful entrepreneur and mentor in Vancouver. He shares invaluable life lessons on resilience, adaptability, and the importance of continuous learning. Hussein also delves into the essence of true joy, feedback's critical role in personal growth, and his latest book, 'The Dark Art of Life Mastery.' Tune in for a deeply inspiring conversation that explores the intersection of history, culture, and personal development.
01:39 Meet Hussein Halak: Entrepreneur and Author
02:56 Diverse Heritage and History of Syria
05:00 Impact of Sanctions and Dictatorship
05:35 Life in Syria During the 80s and 90s
10:47 Journey from Syria to Dubai
17:50 Pursuing Multiple Passions
22:16 The Dark Art of Life Mastery
28:58 Discovering Picasso and Limitations
29:33 The American Dream: Myth or Reality?
32:57 Participation Awards and Societal Impact
36:52 The Role of Feedback in Personal Growth
43:57 Navigating Life's Challenges
50:00 Daily Habits for Success
58:07 Final Thoughts and Advice
00:00:00 Hello, listeners, and welcome back to The Science of Self, where you improve your life from the inside out.
00:00:42 Today's book from Peter Hollins is 30 Days to Self-Discipline, a blueprint to bust laziness, escape the couch, become a machine, and accomplish your every goal.
00:03:13 We take an in-depth look at the concept of flow as defined by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi in his seminal study and publications.
00:05:40 The second set of instructions comes from Hungarian writer Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi and his flow theory.
00:09:19 We'll wrap it up beautifully with this from Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi himself.
00:11:18 Now I'm ready for a demonstration.
00:14:23 But I mean...30 Days to Self-Discipline: A Blueprint to Bust Laziness, Escape the Couch, Become a Machine, and Accomplish Your Every Goal (Practical Self-Discipline 2.ed) (Live a Disciplined Life Book 9) By: Peter Hollins
Hear it Here - https://adbl.co/3ew4v2b
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08X3SBMCV
A true guide for procrastinators, slackers, couch potatoes. In 30 days, you won't be one anymore!
Want to get somewhere worth going? It's not going to be easy, and it's not going to be comfortable. This book holds the answers.
You will gain scientifically-proven new perspectives and tips to manage your day, energy, motivation, and self-discipline. You'll learn how to deal with the tangled, contradictory mess that is the human psyche, and use it to your advantage for once! Unlock the secrets of how top performers consistently exercise self-discipline.
Don't glide through life leaving things unfinished or unstarted. Change your habits in 30 days!
Overcome the barriers that actually lead to "laziness".
Peter Hollins has studied psychology and peak human performance for over a dozen years and is a bestselling author. He has worked with dozens of individuals to unlock their potential and path towards success. His writing draws on his academic, coaching, and research experience.
Adjust your psychology to master discomfort and master your impulses.
•3 simple formulas for getting things done and evaluating yourself.
•A timebox, an unschedule, and a calendar: what they can do for you.
•Construct the most helpful to-do list that will also motivate you and organize your life.
•Why you should actually read less, read Homer's Odysseus, and slice your life into categories.
Daily self-discipline will fundamentally change your life.
A goal without the self-discipline necessary to enact it will remain just a dream or fantasy. It doesn’t matter what you want to do - you might want to become a CEO or just clean more consistently - self-discipline is one of the most important life skills because it is the skill of doing and executing. .
Unlocking Entrepreneurial Success: Insights with Elliot Phillips | The Science of Self Podcast
In this episode of The Science of Self podcast, host Russell welcomes Elliot Phillips, a former PE teacher turned successful entrepreneur, author, and business coach. Elliot shares his journey from teaching to launching his own business helping teachers build online tutoring enterprises. Elliot emphasizes the importance of self-improvement, surrounding oneself with high achievers, and staying disciplined with daily routines. They discuss the impact of mentorship, the value of investing in learning, and effective habits for success. This episode is packed with valuable advice and practical tips for anyone looking to elevate their personal and professional life.
00:00 The Power of Associations
00:55 Welcome to The Science of Self
01:01 Meet Elliot Phillips: Entrepreneur and Author
01:18 The Journey from Teaching to Entrepreneurship
02:48 The Importance of Self-Improvement and Masterminds
04:42 The Influence of Mentors and Books
08:19 Overcoming Discomfort for Success
15:37 Elliot's Early Entrepreneurial Ventures
23:42 The Teacher Project: Origins and Insights
24:46 The Teacher Fit Project: Origins and Challenges
26:23 Pivoting to Online Education During the Pandemic
27:11 The Importance of Delegation and Surrounding Yourself with the Right People
29:35 The Role of Luck and Readiness in Success
31:14 Book Recommendations and Their Impact
35:44 Influential People and Life Decisions
37:11 Cultural Reflections: Comparing Cities
42:59 Daily Habits and Final Advice
46:54 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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00:06:01 Cultivating Intense da Vincian Curiosity
00:10:40 Michael Gelb’s book How to Think Like a Da Vinci
00:13:45 The Right Attitude
00:14:07 Idea 1: Learning never ends
00:14:52 Idea 2: Test out your theories in the real world
00:15:33 Idea 3: Embrace the unknown
00:16:48 Idea 4: Be humble
00:18:23 Here are the primary takeaways
Leonardo da Vinci’s Mental Models: Secrets of the World’s Most Famous Polymath (Learning how to Learn Book 26)
By Peter Hollins
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https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CVX1T4HW
Discover the extraordinary mind of Leonardo da Vinci, a man who transcended boundaries and left an indelible mark on history. In this episode, we dive into Peter Hollins' insightful book, exploring the mental models that fueled da Vinci's genius.
Poverty-stricken origins didn't deter him; instead, they fueled his relentless pursuit of knowledge. Chapter 2 reveals the secrets to his eternal learning: an insatiable curiosity that embraced the unknown and a humble attitude towards life's endless lessons.
Join us as we uncover da Vinci's approach to mastering any skill or field—from art to engineering. Learn how he cultivated an open mind, constantly testing theories in the real world and ensuring his learning was never confined to books alone.
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Gain insight into one of history's greatest minds and discover how you too can embrace a polymathic mindset. Click on the link provided in the description for a direct path to this enlightening book and start your journey towards intellectual prowess! #LeonardoDaVinci #Polymath #MentalModels #InfiniteLearning #GeniusMindset
Remember, learning has no end, so keep an open mind and explore the secrets of the world's most famous polymath. Hear it Here: httpsadbl.co4egDpJb
Discovering Joy and Success: Rick Culleton's Journey Through Entrepreneurship and Mindfulness
See the full conversation at https://youtu.be/WzjmJkw1Qyw
Join host Russell in this episode of Social Skills Coaching as he welcomes Rick Culleton, an accomplished entrepreneur, author, and mindfulness advocate. Rick shares his inspirational journey overcoming ADHD, experiencing accidental sobriety, and finding true happiness through mindfulness practices. Learn about Rick's diverse business ventures, the importance of a strong team, and his unique 'morning stack' routine that includes techno fasting and meditation. Rick also highlights the impact of self-motivation, continuous self-improvement, and the power of choice in shaping one's future.
00:00 Introduction and Initial Thoughts on Drinking
00:53 Welcome and Guest Introduction
01:05 Rick's Book and ADHD Journey
02:16 Entrepreneurial Ventures
04:34 Building and Maintaining a Strong Team
06:27 Accidental Sobriety and Overcoming Anxiety
11:22 Daily Routines and Morning Stack
18:32 Reflections on Life and Learning
19:11 Recommended Books and Final Thoughts
SocialSkillsCoaching #RickCulleton #Entrepreneurship #ADHD #Mindfulness #Happiness #Sobriety #Meditation #MorningRoutine #MorningStack #ColdPlunge #Fitness #Recovery #TechnoFasting #SleepOptimization #MartialArts #PersonalGrowth #SuccessMindset #Leadership #Productivity #WellnessJourney
00:02:36 What we can learn from their approach
00:04:29 Adaptable and Open
00:15:05 Takeaways
Polymath: Master Multiple Disciplines, Learn New Skills, Think Flexibly, and Become Extraordinary Autodidact (Learning how to Learn Book 9) By Peter Hollins
Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/polymathhollins
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B087BNHHHC
Are you ready to expand your horizons and become an extraordinary polymath? In this episode, we dive into Chapter 2 of Peter Hollins' insightful book, "Polymath Master: Multiple Disciplines, Learn New Skills, Think Flexibly." Discover how adopting a polymathic mindset can unlock a world of opportunities.
Say goodbye to the rigid hammer and hello to an entire woodshop! Learn to think beyond conventional boundaries and embrace adaptability. By cultivating an open mind, you'll gain expertise that pays exponentially.
Join us as we explore the art of becoming multifaceted and discover why polymathy is the key to uniqueness and irreplaceability in today's competitive world. Don't miss out on this eye-opening journey towards self-improvement! Click the link Hear it Here to learn more about Peter Hollins' transformative guide, "Polymath Master." Get ready to embrace your full potential and become an expert in multiple disciplines!
Welcome back to The Science of Self, where we improve your life from the inside out! In this episode, we feature Robin Nathaniel, a social media strategist, author, and TEDx speaker. Robin shares his unique approach to building genuine human connections online, merging his background in social media with his passion for intentional communication. Discover his SYNC method for social media, and how he applies the principles of create, connect, and contribute to his daily life. Gain insights into his personal journey, from his early experiences in New York City to his music career in Europe, and how his faith and family guide his purpose. Don't miss this fascinating conversation on living intentionally and improving your life through deeper connections.
00:00 Welcome and Guest Introduction
00:24 Robin's Personal and Professional Background
02:24 The Evolution of Social Media
04:53 Understanding TEDx and Its Impact
06:46 Robin's Music Career Journey
09:25 Moving from New York to Atlanta
20:13 The Three Cs: Connect, Create, Contribute
26:45 Connecting with a Higher Power
27:49 The Book That Changed My Perspective
29:25 Aligning Online Presence with Deeper Purpose
30:43 Finding Your North Star
31:58 The Cave and the Tunnel Analogy
34:08 The Role of Religion in Life
44:15 Daily Habits for a Purposeful Life
49:04 Final Thoughts and Recommendations
#RobinNathaniel #Socialmediastrategy #Personalgrowth #Musicindustry #Authenticconnection #TEDxspeaker #Creatingconnections #Digitalcommunication #Resilience #"SocialMediaSYNC" #Publicspeaking #Inspiration #Careertransition #Storytelling #Intentionalcommunication #ConnectCreateContribute #Humanconnection #Socialmediaexpert #Author #Mindfulcommunication #Socialmediatips #Thoughtleadership #Professionaldevelopment #Entrepreneurship
00:04:30 Five Key Pedagogical Approaches
00:15:11 The Brain’s Strengths and Limitations
00:27:50 Scaffolding: the Power of Baby Steps
00:34:38 Takeaways
How to Teach Anything: Break Down Complex Topics and Explain with Clarity, While Keeping Engagement and Motivation (Learning how to Learn Book 13) By Peter Hollins
Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/TeachKidsHollins
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08TVXZYCP
Science-based methods for the most comprehension and retention. Teach more in less time.
There is a reason that education, teaching, and pedagogy are all areas of intense research and study. They are complicated! But just because you don’t have the fanciest PhDs or certifications, doesn’t mean that you can’t teach just as effectively. Learn how in this book.
For teachers, parents, professors, tutors, and even just friends.
How to Teach Anything takes what academics know about education and pedagogy, and translates it all into real-world skills and techniques. The learning brain works is very predictable ways, and we can use this to our advantage. Whether you are a student, tutor, professor, teacher, or even TA, understand how information takes hold and becomes useful.
Learn how to teach, and you also learn how to learn.
How to instill a mindset of curiosity, critical thinking, and discovery.
Peter Hollins has studied psychology and peak human performance for over a dozen years and is a bestselling author. He is one of the foremost authors on self-education and learning. He has worked with a multitude of individuals to unlock their potential and path towards success. His writing draws on his academic, coaching, and research experience.
Ensure academic success and keep students motivated and coming back for more.
•What the science of education has taught us about teaching.
•How a simple progression of thinking activities will cement learning.
•How Greek philosophers thought and why it matters in teaching.
•Keeping motivation and engagement, even through the tough times.
•How to deliver feedback effectively and gently.
•How to create an environment of safety and taking risks.
Teaching is the ability to affect lives. Increase your teaching skills, and you will increase your personal impact.
Teaching is a skill used in all walks of life. It’s actually the ability to clearly communicate and disseminate information. And if you want to help anyone, that is what you will be doing: family members, spouses, co-workers, bosses, children, and more. .
In this episode of 'The Science of Self,' we welcome Mark Connor from St. Paul, Minnesota, a former competitive boxer turned boxing trainer and writer. Mark introduces his book, 'It's About Time: Millions of Copies Sold for Dad,' an autobiographical saga interwoven with poetry that explores his life, his relationship with his late father, and his spiritual journey. Mark discusses his re-embrace of his Catholic faith, the influence of his Irish heritage, and his deep connection with the Native American community through his work at a youth shelter. He also touches on the discipline and routine required in both writing and boxing, and the importance of taking the first step to achieve one's goals. Join us for a heartfelt conversation on faith, discipline, and the pursuit of personal excellence.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
00:17 Mark Connor's Background and Book Overview
01:43 Faith and Personal Journey
01:58 Involvement with Native American Community
06:47 Cultural and Spiritual Reflections
15:28 Reading from the Book
32:56 Writing and Discipline
37:36 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
It's About Time (Millions of Copies Sold for Dad) is a saga wrapped around a package of poems, guarded by Angels. With a narrative style that reads like a novel, contains a collection of poetry, and shares an autobiography, Mark Connor guides us through a journey of love, family, and life that is ours as much as his own, peaking at the point of merger of difference and unity. Following him from memory to memory, we feel the eyes upon us, defeat the empire of fear, embrace the kingdom of love, and find ten minutes a day to be grateful. All the while, we celebrate the city of Saint Paul (with a friendly nod to Minneapolis), experience Irish influence in neighborhood life, rooted in Catholic cohesion, embraced by indigenous America in the medicine wheel. We box the perfect metaphor with future world champions, love beauty in a moment of ambivalence, work on a fishing boat in Southeast Alaska, comfort a child in an American Indian shelter for kids, and guard American Indian buildings, with guns, in riots. Through it all, we honor Dad, mourning his death and remembering his love, sharing a story written for America, valuing fatherhood, defending family, encouraging marriage, and providing hope.
Mark Connor is a Literary Pugilist from Saint Paul, Minnesota. A lifelong boxer and Boxing Trainer, he runs a service called, Fighting Chance/Boxing For Life. His writing about Boxing, as well as his training services, can be found at https: //BoxersAndWritersMagazine.com. He writes fiction, poetry, and journalism. He is the 2022 Boxing inductee to the Mancini's St. Paul Sports Hall of Fame. He attended the University of St. Thomas in Saint Paul, Regis University in Denver, Colorado, and graduated with a BA in English from the University of Minnesota. He has written and published many articles about Boxing, Irish culture, and people and events related to Irish freedom. He has also published local news and features on business, politics, and current affairs in Minnesota and the U.S. His Substack newsletter, Irish, Catholic, Punchdrunk in Saint Paul, can be found at: https: //markconnoricpunchdrunk.substack.com.
Travel Transformation: Interview with Zach Smith from Anywhere.com
Welcome back to 'The Science of Self'! In this episode, Russell speaks with Zach Smith, the founder and CEO of Anywhere.com. Zach shares his journey from a serendipitous trip to Oaxaca, Mexico that inspired a transformative travel business, to organically growing Anywhere.com into a network that connects travelers with enriching cultural experiences. Tune in as Zach discusses the impact of intentions, travel as a tool for personal transformation, and his unique perspective on travel that goes beyond mere transactions. Don't miss this insightful conversation on living mindfully and making meaningful choices in travel and life.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:14 Zach Smith's Journey to Founding Anywhere.com
01:28 The Birth of Anywhere.com
07:50 Serendipity and Intentions in Life
12:47 Personal Reflections and Family Influence
27:01 Travel as a Tool for Transformation
34:41 Daily Habits and Personal Success
37:51 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
00:00:17 Today's featured book is Think Like a Genius
00:10:34 There are six types of Socratic questions
00:16:36 The Socratic method as a thinking technique
00:19:13 Turning the questions on ourselves
00:22:38 Takeaways
Think Like a Genius: How to Go Outside the Box, Analyze Deeply, Creatively Solve Problems, and Innovate (Mental Models for Better Living Book 5)
By: Peter Hollins
Hear it Here - http://bit.ly/GeniusHollins
https://www.amazon.com/Think-Like-Genius-Creatively-Problems/dp/1647432529
Unlocking Genius: Exploring Socrates' Infinite Inquiry with Peter Hollins
Dive deep into the timeless wisdom of Socrates, as we uncover the secrets to genius-level thinking in this captivating episode. Join us as we explore Chapter 3 of "Think Like a Genius" by renowned author and psychologist, Peter Hollins. Learn how Socrates revolutionized critical thinking through his unique method of inquiry, known as the Socratic Method. Discover the power of applied curiosity and turning questions inward to unlock your full intellectual potential.
In this episode of 'The Science of Self,' host introduces Debbie Dobbins, the author of 'Your Inner Billionaire.' Debbie explains her philosophy of inner success, emphasizing the importance of mindset, emotions, and gratitude in achieving personal freedom and abundance. She shares her journey through significant life challenges, including a cancer diagnosis, and how these experiences helped her develop a deeper appreciation for holistic wellbeing. Debbie discusses the concepts of the inner billionaire, the holistic approach to success, the science behind gratitude, and the power of mindset changes and neuroplasticity. She also explores the practical application of binaural beats in meditation and mindfulness. The conversation is rich with insights about personal growth, overcoming limiting beliefs, and fostering a higher vibrational frequency through gratitude and generosity.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
00:33 Debbie Dobbins: The Queen of Magic
01:34 Awakening Your Inner Billionaire
04:36 The Power of Gratitude
09:25 Mindfulness and Meditation
24:38 Understanding Frequencies and Vibrations
30:38 Understanding Your Money Story
30:57 The Science of Brainwave Patterns
31:34 Impact of Early Experiences on Beliefs
33:42 Introduction to Binaural Beats
35:37 Creating Your Own Binaural Beats
38:42 Spirituality vs. Religion
43:11 The Power of Stories and Beliefs
48:16 Personal Journey and Manifestation
52:15 Building Abundance and Gratitude
56:15 Practical Tips for Abundance
01:01:20 Final Thoughts and Recommendations
In this episode of The Science of Self, we welcome Jonathan Gluck, author of 'Exercise In Uncertainty.' Jonathan shares his journey as a longtime magazine editor and cancer patient, navigating life with an incurable but treatable form of cancer. He offers insights into his career at New York Magazine and Vogue, the pressures of journalism, and the stories he's encountered. Jonathan delves into how uncertainty impacts mental health, coping mechanisms, and the life lessons he's learned. This heartfelt and insightful conversation touches on hope, spirituality, practical advice for self-improvement, and the power of acceptance in the face of adversity. Tune in for an inspiring episode on resilience and personal growth.
00:00 Welcome and Guest Introduction
00:24 Jonathan's Career in Journalism
05:13 Life as a Cancer Patient
10:22 Insights from Jonathan's Book
11:26 Coping with Uncertainty
14:41 Mindfulness and Life Lessons
20:43 Optimistic Realism
22:32 Living Mindfully Through Difficult Times
23:31 Coping with Recurring Cancer Diagnoses
23:58 The Stages of Grief
28:14 Dealing with Anger and Bargaining
30:15 Depression and Acceptance
33:19 The Power of Hope and Spirituality
39:16 Supporting a Loved One with Cancer
41:57 Practical Advice and Final Thoughts
https://www.amazon.com/Exercise-Uncertainty-Memoir-Illness-Hope/dp/0593735781
https://www.audible.com/pd/An-Exercise-in-Uncertainty-Audiobook/B0DJHBLVQ6
https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/authors/2320094/jonathan-gluck/#
https://lithub.com/the-craft-of-this-mortal-coil-jonathan-gluck-on-writing-a-different-cancer-story/
Malitta Seamon discusses her multifaceted life as a wife, mother, entrepreneur, and former CEO, and her current focus on leading Inbound Leadership, an organization aimed at inspiring authentic living and leadership.
00:00 Introduction and Background
01:40 The Journey to Authenticity
02:39 Realizations and Turning Points
04:46 The 'Prove It' Methodology
07:15 The Importance of Presence
09:06 Making Small Changes
11:40 Working with Malitta
13:20 Daily Practices for Centering
14:53 Conclusion and Book Overview
She shares her journey detailed in her upcoming book 'Mindset Freedom,' co-authored with her husband Brad, which chronicles their pursuit of a more authentic and fulfilling life beyond a business they no longer loved. Alita emphasizes the importance of listening to one's inner voice, making small yet significant life changes, and practicing presence in relationships to achieve true happiness and contentment.
She also outlines her organization's offerings including retreats, workshops, and one-on-one coaching aimed at fostering authentic leadership. Alita concludes by sharing her personal daily practice of meditation and journaling to stay centered and committed to a fulfilling life.
Mindset Freedom: Embrace Authenticity and Inner Peace with Malitta Seamon
In this episode, Malitta Seamon, a wife, mother, entrepreneur, and former CEO, shares her journey of leading a more authentic and fulfilling life. From writing her book 'Mindset Freedom' with her husband to founding Inbound Leadership, Alita discusses the importance of living authentically and addressing the inner voice that guides us. She emphasizes the value of presence in our personal relationships and the significance of making small, intentional changes in life to avoid long-term crises. Alita introduces methodologies aimed at achieving inner peace and contentment, focusing on self-awareness, vulnerability, and authenticity. Listeners will learn about the upcoming retreats, workshops, and one-on-one coaching sessions designed to help individuals and teams grow more genuine and self-aware. With practical advice and personal anecdotes, Alita encourages us to turn inwards, listen to our true selves, and live a life aligned with our deepest values and desires.
Transformative Leadership: The Power of Belief and Positivity with Dan Bowling
In this episode of 'The Science of Self,' we introduces guest Dan Bowling, founder and owner of a globally recognized sales and marketing firm. Dan shares his journey from overcoming personal adversity to achieving professional success. He discusses his company’s unique approach to scaling consumer product brands across multiple channels and his commitment to redefining success beyond profits through philanthropy and community outreach. Key themes include the importance of nurturing a positive belief system, consistent action, and celebrating small victories. Dan also delves into his company’s employee retention strategies, the impact of meditation, and the significance of protecting one's mental inputs from negativity. Listeners are encouraged to educate versus entertain, embrace challenges as opportunities, and celebrate not only their personal but also their organization's achievements.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
00:31 Dan Bowling's Business Journey
01:23 Philanthropy and Redefining Success
03:20 Creating a Better Story
11:35 The Power of Belief and Consistency
16:27 Overcoming Adversity and Personal Growth
23:04 Hiring and Company Culture
27:14 Celebrating Success and Building Momentum
28:22 The Flywheel Effect and Company Resilience
29:35 Overcoming Negativity and Embracing Opportunities
32:38 The Power of Small Steps and Consistency
33:15 Guarding Your Beliefs and Meditation
35:46 Incorporating Social Impact into Business
41:13 Celebrating Successes and Learning from Failures
48:17 Final Thoughts and Practical Advice
Dan Bowling is the president and founder of The Genesis company, a globally recognized consumer products commercialization firm. Under his leadership, his firm has redefined what success looks like for CEO’s and founders by using his company to serve as many people as possible, starting first with his own team, then his clients, and also his community.
The GC has not only earned prestigious accolades such as Inc Magazine’s “Best of” winner three times, but also won Sales Firm of the Year in 2024, and a Global Award for its industry’s Amazon division. But, what he’s most proud of is that he has a 100% employee retention rate and his firm is has fed over 1 million children, saved 200 girls from human trafficking, and provided domestic abuse counseling to 100 kids.
Discovering True Wellbeing with Colby Wilk: Intuition, Empathy, and Self-Realization
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In this insightful episode, we sit down with Colby Wilke, an intuitive guide and healer, to explore the concept of 'wayfinding.' Colby shares his unique approach to helping individuals discover their true selves and the life that calls to them, emphasizing the importance of intuition and empathy. He delves into the distinctions between empathy and being highly sensitive, discussing the challenges and gifts of each. Colby also addresses the misconceptions around wellbeing and the importance of self-realization over material success. Tune in to learn about the journey of becoming oneself and the role of spirituality versus religion, along with practical tips on how to navigate life’s challenges and uncertainties.
00:00 Introduction
00:30 Understanding the Role of a Wayfinder
03:15 Exploring Empathy and Being an Empath
11:17 Defining Highly Sensitive People
15:06 Spirituality vs. Religion
20:17 Colby's Industry and Daily Work
29:05 Self-Realization and Self-Actualization
33:25 Accessing and Enhancing Empathy
35:13 Navigating Psychic Abilities and Ego
38:53 Understanding and Controlling Gifts
43:04 The Journey to Self-Discovery
56:09 The Process of Letting Go
58:39 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
00:09:34 What Is Neuroplasticity?
00:15:13 The Process of Neuroplasticity
00:22:29 The Debate of Neuroplasticity
00:25:38 Primary Aspects of Neuroplasticity
00:29:34 From Synaptic Pruning to Neurogenesis
Build a Better Brain By Peter Hollins
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https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07MX5W6T7
Dive into Chapter 2 of "Build a Better Brain" with Peter Hollins as we explore the fascinating world of neuroplasticity. Discover how your brain possesses an incredible ability to change and adapt, known as plasticity. Learn about synaptic pruning, neurogenesis, and the primary aspects that contribute to this remarkable process.
Understanding neuroplasticity is the key to taking control of your thoughts and behaviors. In this episode, we delve into the science behind it all, offering practical insights on how you can shape and optimize your brain for a happier and more successful life. Get ready to unlock your full potential! Click above to purchase the book and start your journey towards a better brain today!
The Brain Mechanic: How to Optimize Your Brain for Peak Mental
Performance, Neurogrowth, and Cognitive Fitness (Think Smarter, Not
Harder Book 10) By: Peter Hollins
Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/3FNWZP4
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BHSHN48C
Dive into the third chapter of Peter Hollins' groundbreaking book, "The
Brain Mechanic." In this episode, we explore the profound impact of
sleep on our cognitive abilities and uncover practical routines to
optimize your brain function. Learn how to embrace Mr. Sandman's embrace
and discover the secrets to sharper thinking, enhanced memory, and
overall cognitive fitness. Join us as we delve into the science-backed
strategies for a rejuvenated mind and body! Get ready to think smarter,
not harder, with this insightful podcast episode. Click the link below
to purchase the book and continue your journey towards peak mental
performance: https://bit.ly/3FNWZP4
Learn the lesson of "The Monkey's Paw" story and discover why taking
shortcuts can be harmful to your journey. Explore the consequences of
trying to manipulate fate.
In this episode, we delve into the fascinating tale of "The Monkey's
Paw," a classic story that serves as a powerful reminder of the pitfalls
associated with taking shortcuts. Peter Hollins' book, Legendary
Self-Discipline, offers valuable insights on how to navigate life's
challenges and choose the right path over the easy one. Join us as we
explore this captivating narrative and discover why sometimes, the
shortest route isn't always the best. Learn from mythology and modern
heroes on how to fight temptation and stay disciplined. Get your copy of
Peter Hollins' book now! Click the link in the description to purchase
and start your journey towards self-improvement:
https://bit.ly/legendaryselfdiscipline
00:00:06 Today is April 11th, 2025
00:05:03 How to Reconnect
00:05:42 Check In on Old Friendships
00:06:16 Stay Open-minded
00:07:33 Put Quality Over Quantity
00:08:51 Change Your Mindset
00:11:11 Laugh It Off!
00:14:24 Keep a Store of Comedy for When You Need It
00:15:19 Keep It Good-natured
00:16:05 Don’t Worry About What’s Appropriate
00:17:11 Laugh When Things Are Tough
00:18:45 Dancing Can Boost Serotonin Levels
00:23:36 Go with Whatever You Like!
00:23:57 Consider Connecting with Your Culture or Your Community
00:25:04 Dance Wherever You Can
00:25:53 Start Small and Have Fun
Happy Brain, Happy Life: Everyday Neuroscience of Health, Wealth, and Love (Think Smarter, Not Harder Book 11)
By Peter Hollins
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https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D9HVNBH4
Dive into the fascinating world of neuroscience with this episode based on Peter Hollins' insightful book, 'Happy Brain, Happy Life.' Discover the incredible connection between our social interactions and brain health. Why is it that a happy brain leads to a fulfilling life? How can we harness the power of laughter and movement to boost our serotonin levels? Join us as we explore practical methods to rewire your brain for happiness and uncover some simple yet powerful strategies to improve your overall well-being. Click on the link provided in the description to access the full book, 'Happy Brain, Happy Life,' and take control of your mental health today! #Neuroscience #Happiness #SocialBrain"
00:00:00 Hello, Listeners
00:03:22 1. Encoding 2. Storage 3. Retrieval
00:07:19 Forgetting
00:11:12 The Forgetting Curve
Super Learning: Advanced Strategies for Quicker Comprehension, Greater Retention, and Systematic Expertise
By: Peter Hollins
Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/superlearninghollins
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08Y7S9VQS
Welcome to our latest episode! Today, we delve into the fascinating world of memory retention and the infamous "Forgetting Curve." Discover how your brain stores and retrieves information for optimal learning. Learn about effective encoding techniques, the importance of attention, sensory input, and emotions in cementing knowledge into your mind. We'll also explore various methods of retrieval and the differences between recall, recognition, and relearning. Finally, we'll discuss the natural forgetting process and how you can flatten the Forgetting Curve to master any subject more efficiently! Check out Peter Hollins' book "Super Learning" for a comprehensive guide on smarter, faster learning strategies:
In our latest episode, I'm thrilled to introduce a treasure trove for eager minds – Peter Hollins’ "Super Learning: Advanced Strategies for Quicker Comprehension, Greater Retention, and Systematic Expertise." The book is available on Amazon or as an audiobook. You can find it not only in physical form but also digitally via iTunes or Audible if that's your preferred listening method!
Peter Hollins – a best-selling author with expertise in psychology and peak human performance, backed by over 12 years of academic research. His guidebook offers scientific techniques to transform learning into an exciting habit you look forward to each day. Get ready for strategies that make studying as natural and refreshing as taking a deep breath!
Dive right in with Peter Hollins' website – peterhollinsbooks.com (feel free using the shortened link bitly: https://tinyurl.com/y53869m2). From understanding how memory works to unraveling why we forget, "Super Learning" brings it all together for you on your journey of intellectual empowerment and self-improvement!
In today's episode specifically, chapter 2 takes us deep into the heartbeat of learning – Memory Retention. Peter Hollins guides us through topics like 'The Forgetting Curve,' offering insights that challenge conventional wisdom on how we learn best. By understanding memory’s biology and psychological preconditions to effective learning, you're about to discover new pathways towards academic excellence!
So grab your copy of "Super Learning" or just listen in as I discuss the essential takeaways with Peter Hollins himself – all on this special episode dedicated purely for those hungry minds ready to learn smarter and faster. Remember, learning doesn’t have to be a chore; it can become an exhilarating journey towards mastery that enhances every aspect of your life!
Let's embark on this transformative experience together in today's episode of "The Science of Self." Tune into us for continuous growth and self-improvement. Until then, keep learning with love – because the only way to learn smarter is by making it enjoyable again. Stay tuned!
Psychological Triggers: Human Nature, Irrationality, and Why We Do What We Do. The Hidden Influences Behind Our Actions, Thoughts, and Behaviors. (Understand Your Brain Better)
By: Peter Hollins
Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/psychologicaltriggershollins
Understand, avoid, and defeat the subconscious causes of your irrational and self-defeating behaviors. It’s only human nature.
A psychological trigger is something that causes us to act out of urgency - not correctness or even happiness. It’s a switch that is flipped outside of our consciousness. This is fertile ground for some of the worst decisions of our lives.
Seize control and of your impulses and make better decisions.
Psychological Triggers is an introduction to yourself - your impulses, your desires, and everything in your subconscious that drives you to action. It answers the question, “Why did I just make a terrible choice when I know I shouldn’t have?”
We are all slaves to our triggers, and this book seeks to identify them to better battle them. We might think we are making our decisions independently and out of free will, but you’ll discover that to be far from reality.
Master your psychology, master your life.
Peter Hollins has studied psychology and peak human performance for over a dozen years and is a bestselling author. He has worked with a multitude of individuals to unlock their potential and path towards success. His writing draws on his academic, coaching, and research experience.
Think clearly and triumph over your human nature.
•The triggering effects of social pressure and conformity.
•How everyday emotions are behind some of the most powerful triggers.
•Natural, biological, evolutionary human drives - can you regulate them?
•Simple thinking traps we all fall victim to.
•The notion of free will and whether it truly exists.
Beat psychological triggers, reclaim your free will, and irrationality.
Is purely rational thinking, devoid of emotion and human drives, a reality? Probably not. But you can certainly live free from your worst impulses and irrational hunches, which are what psychological triggers create more often than not. See yourself thrive from consistently making beneficial decisions and defeating your primal psychology.
Description: Explore the hidden drivers behind irrational behavior! Join psychologist Peter Hollins as he uncovers how deeply ingrained biases, societal influences, past experiences, emotions, fears, traumas, and more can trigger our worst actions. This episode is perfect for anyone looking to understand themselves better or help others in understanding their behavior patterns!
Rapid Knowledge Acquisition & Synthesis: How to Quickly Learn, Comprehend, and Apply, and Master New Information and Skills (Learning how to Learn Book 11) By Peter Hollins
Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/rapidknowledge
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08DMZNGZ8
In this video, we'll dive into the fascinating world of learning and knowledge acquisition, uncovering the secrets to becoming a master learner. We'll discuss two main models of learning: single and double loop learning, and how each one can help you adapt and grow in your personal and professional life. Get ready to revolutionize your approach to learning with these groundbreaking methods!
Single and Double Loop Learning Explained:
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Single loop learning is the traditional method we've all been taught since elementary school. It focuses on achieving specific outcomes, like doing well in exams, without exploring the underlying reasons for our mistakes or errors. This approach can be limiting and doesn't allow for much growth beyond surface-level learning.
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Double loop learning, on the other hand, is a more advanced and effective method of information synthesis and processing. It encourages constant feedback and introspection, helping you evolve your learning techniques and understand the purpose behind them. This holistic approach fosters curiosity and leads to better, long-term learning outcomes.
Adapt and Grow: Embracing a Growth Mindset:
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Those with a fixed mindset are more likely to stick with single loop learning due to its familiarity and lack of self-reflection. However, recognizing this tendency is the first step towards adopting a growth mindset, which is crucial for mastering double loop learning.
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Embrace failure as a natural part of learning and personal growth. By acknowledging our limitations and embracing the challenges that come with them, we open ourselves up to new opportunities for expansion and understanding.
Theory-in-Use and Applying These Concepts in Your Life:
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The theory-in-use is a critical component of double loop learning, as it involves questioning our assumptions and beliefs about the world around us. By examining our own perspectives, we can identify areas for growth and improvement, ultimately leading to more effective learning habits.
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Apply these concepts to your daily life by practicing self-awareness and reflection. Constantly ask yourself why you're doing what you're doing, and whether there are better ways to achieve your goals. This mindset shift will help you unlock the full potential of double loop learning and foster a lifelong love for learning.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to revolutionize your approach to learning and personal growth. By understanding and applying the concepts of single and double loop learning, as well as embracing a growth mindset, you'll be well on your way to becoming a master learner. Stay tuned for more tips and strategies that can help you achieve your goals and unlock your full potential!
Remember to share this video with friends, family, and colleagues who are also passionate about personal growth and self-improvement. Together, we can create a community of lifelong learners who are always seeking new ways to expand their horizons and achieve success in all areas of life.
00:00:00 Hello, Listeners
00:01:53 Albert Einstein is the world-renowned German physicist
00:08:06 Try this
00:14:41 In fact, Ursula K. Le Guin explored this very question
Genius Thinking: Lessons From History’s Greatest Minds on Innovation, Creativity, and Intelligence (Mental Models for Better Living Book 6) By: Peter Hollins
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In this captivating video, we dive into the world of Einstein's genius and uncover the secrets behind his groundbreaking discoveries. Learn how combinatorial play, curiosity-driven exploration, and a non-conformist mindset can transform your thinking and unlock your full potential. Discover how to embrace interdisciplinary learning, break free from conventional boundaries, and tap into the power of your imagination to create something truly innovative.
Einstein's Combinatorial Play: Unlock the Power of Connecting Ideas
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Explore the concept of combinatorial play and its role in Einstein's genius
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Understand how connecting unrelated ideas can lead to new insights and creative solutions
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Learn how to apply this technique to your own life for greater intellectual agility and flexibility
The Importance of Curiosity: Fueling Your Thirst for Knowledge
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Discover the power of asking "what if?" and its impact on Einstein's scientific breakthroughs
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Learn how embracing curiosity can broaden your perspectives and stimulate new ideas
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Unlock the secrets to fostering a lifelong love of learning and exploration
The Non-Conformist Mindset: Breaking Free from Conventions
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Delve into Einstein's unconventional approach to problem-solving and idea generation
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Learn how independence, non-linearity, and broad interests contributed to his success
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Understand the importance of challenging established norms and exploring uncharted territory
Polymaths and Interdisciplinary Learning: Expanding Your Horizons
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Examine Einstein's polymathic nature and how it fueled his creativity across multiple disciplines
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Learn how to blend your own interests to generate innovative, interdisciplinary ideas
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Discover the power of combining seemingly unrelated subjects to create something new and unique
Embracing the Unknown: The Key to Einstein's Genius
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Explore the role of non-conventionality in Einstein's thought process and its impact on his discoveries
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Learn how to break down artificial limits and categories in your own thinking for a more expansive perspective
00:00:00 Hello Listeners
00:03:30 How to Use This in Your Life
00:04:36 Eat Well, Eat Regularly
00:09:20 Exercise Body and Mind
41 Self-Discipline Habits: For Slackers, Avoiders, & Couch Potatoes By: Peter Hollins
Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/41Habits
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09GNP93DS
In today's episode, we dive deep into the fascinating world of self-discipline and personal growth by discussing Peter Hollins' book, "41 Self-Discipline Habits for Slackers, Avoiders, & Couch Potatoes." This guide offers a unique approach to helping people break old habits and cultivate new ones that lead to success.
Throughout this video, we'll explore key topics from Chapter 2 of the book:
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The power of focusing on habits rather than goals
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Replacing old, destructive habits with positive ones
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The importance of eating well and maintaining a regular meal schedule
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Incorporating body and mind exercises into your daily routine
Join us as we discuss these essential concepts with Peter Hollins himself! Discover how you can overcome procrastination, improve your diet, stay consistent with workouts, and much more.
Get ready to transform your life for the better by implementing these practical tips. Whether you're a slacker, an avoider, or simply looking to boost your productivity, this episode is packed with valuable insights to help you succeed.
Don't forget to grab your copy of Peter Hollins' book using the link provided:
https://bit.ly/41Habits
Subscribe to our channel for more inspiring interviews and life-changing discussions. Remember, your journey to success starts now!
Brain Blunders: Uncover Everyday Illusions and Fallacies, Defeat Your Flawed Thinking Habits, And Think Smarter (Or Just Less Stupidly) By Peter Hollins
Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/brain-blunders
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07SJ98KTW
In this video, we dive deep into the fascinating world of "Brain Blunders" by renowned author and thinker Peter Hollins. Join us as we explore the various misadventures our human brains often find themselves in, leading to everyday illusions, fallacies, and flawed thinking habits.
Throughout the episode, we'll be covering key points from this chapter of this insightful book:
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Misadventures of the Human Brain: Understand how your brain can deceive you and lead you astray.
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The Power of Perception: Learn about visual illusions that trick our minds every day.
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False Logic Everywhere: Discover the common fallacies that permeate our thinking and decision-making processes.
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Confirmation Bias: Uncover why we tend to seek out information that confirms our preexisting beliefs, often at the expense of truth and objectivity.
By the end of this video, you'll have a newfound appreciation for your brain's capabilities and limitations. You'll also be equipped with practical strategies to identify and overcome your own flawed thinking habits, ultimately improving your overall cognitive function and decision-making abilities.
00:00:00 Hello Listeners
00:18:00 What’s Your Shape?
00:24:24 The Renaissance Mindset
00:28:20 T-Shaped Problems
Polymath: Master Multiple Disciplines, Learn New Skills, Think Flexibly, and Become Extraordinary Autodidact (Learning how to Learn Book 9) By Peter Hollins
Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/polymathhollins
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B087BNHHHC
Discover the power of becoming a true Renaissance person in today's fast-paced world! In this comprehensive video, we dive deep into Peter Hollins' book "Polymath: Master Multiple Disciplines, Learn New Skills, Think Flexibly and Become an Extraordinary Autodidact" (Book 9). This episode is perfect for anyone looking to expand their knowledge, improve their learning skills, and become a true expert in multiple fields.
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What it means to be a polymath and why it's valuable in today's world
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The different types of problems you'll encounter as you master multiple disciplines
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Hollins' 10-step process for learning any skill or discipline from scratch
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Tips on how to learn faster, remember more, and become an expert in record time
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Strategies for thinking flexibly and adapting to new situations
Throughout the video, we'll explore key concepts such as T-shaped problems, accelerated learning, and the importance of continuous self-improvement. We'll also discuss practical examples and real-life applications of these principles.
Whether you're looking to switch careers, start a side project, or simply become more well-rounded, this book and podcast episode will provide you with valuable insights and inspiration to help you achieve your goals.
To get your hands on Peter Hollins' "Polymath" and embark on your journey towards becoming an extraordinary autodidact, click the link below:
https://bit.ly/polymathhollins
Don't miss out on this opportunity to level up your learning game and unlock your full potential. Check out this video now and start your path to mastery!
00:00:00 Hello Listeners
00:01:49 What Stress Does to Your Brain
00:07:44 Keeping Stress at Bay
00:13:09 The 4-7-8 Breathing Technique
Happy Brain, Happy Life: Everyday Neuroscience of Health, Wealth, and Love (Think Smarter, Not Harder Book 11) By Peter Hollins
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https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D9HVNBH4
Discover the power of your brain and unlock the secrets to happiness, health, wealth, and love with "Happy Brain, Happy Life" by bestselling author Peter Hollins. In this groundbreaking book, Peter reveals how to use neuroscience principles to rewire your mind for success and fulfillment.
In today's episode, we dive deep into the fascinating world of neuroscience and explore practical methods to reshape your brain for a happier life. We'll discuss:
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The science behind happiness and why our brains often steer us towards negativity
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Proven techniques to boost serotonin levels naturally and combat depression
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Stress management strategies that actually work by targeting neural networks
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The 478 breathing technique, a simple yet effective way to calm your mind in seconds
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How stories shape our perception and how we can use them to our advantage
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Dopamine's role in goal-setting and motivation
Whether you're looking for ways to improve your mental health, build wealth, or strengthen relationships, Peter Hollins' neuroscience-based approach provides the key to unlocking a happier and more fulfilling life. Get ready to think smarter, not harder!
Don't just take my word for it – listen to this podcast episode and watch the accompanying YouTube video to start your journey towards a happy brain and an extraordinary life today.
00:00:00 Think Like a Genius
00:01:41 Einstein: not a one-trick pony
00:09:53 Thought experiments were one of Einstein’s superpowers.
00:14:52 Summary
Think Like a Genius: How to Go Outside the Box, Analyze Deeply, Creatively Solve Problems, and Innovate (Mental Models for Better Living Book 5)
By: Peter Hollins
Hear it Here - http://bit.ly/GeniusHollins
https://www.amazon.com/Think-Like-Genius-Creatively-Problems/dp/1647432529
Have you ever wondered what makes a genius?
In this video, we'll dive deep into our guide to unlock the secrets of the genius mindset. We'll explore the four key pillars that underpin extraordinary intellectual achievement:
Insatiable Curiosity: Great minds are driven by a relentless desire to learn and understand the world around them. This passion fuels their lifelong journey of exploration and discovery.
Willpower & Discipline: Turning curiosity into action requires dedication and hard work. Geniuses understand the importance of consistent effort and delayed gratification.
Intellectual Honesty: Genuine learning demands humility and the ability to admit mistakes. Letting go of ego and embracing a willingness to learn is essential for intellectual growth.
A Dash of Polymathy: The most brilliant minds are often well-rounded and interested in a wide range of subjects. This broad perspective allows them to make connections across disciplines and foster groundbreaking ideas.
By understanding these core principles, we can all begin to cultivate the genius mindset within ourselves. So, are you ready to unleash your intellectual potential? Watch now and discover the secrets to becoming a master learner!
The 80-20 Learner: Shortcuts to Fluency, Knowledge, Skills, and Mastery (Learning how to Learn Book 24) By: Peter Hollins
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Feeling overwhelmed by information overload? You're not alone! In today's fast-paced world, it's easy to get bogged down by the sheer volume of stuff we're expected to learn. But what if there was a better way?
In his book, The 80/20 Learner, Peter Hollins reveals the secrets to mastering the Pareto principle, also known as the 80/20 rule. This powerful principle states that 80% of your results come from just 20% of your efforts. By applying this principle to your learning, you can achieve dramatic results in a fraction of the time.
In this video, we'll break down the key takeaways from The 80/20 Learner, showing you how to:
Identify the 20% of knowledge that will give you 80% of the results
Develop a ruthless minimalist mindset for learning
Eliminate wasted time and focus on what truly matters
Learn and memorize anything faster with the 80/20 approach
Apply the 80/20 principle to studying, reading, language learning, and more
Whether you're a student, professional, or simply someone who wants to learn more effectively, The 80/20 Learner is a game-changer. Watch this video to discover the secrets to unlocking your full learning potential and achieving your goals faster than ever before!
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"In summary, the Pareto principle, or 80/20 rule, highlights that a small percentage of inputs often contribute to the majority of outputs. We can leverage this in learning by focusing on the vital few – the most impactful methods, concepts, and strategies. This applies to studying, reading, language learning, and memory techniques. By identifying and prioritizing these key elements, you can significantly enhance your learning efficiency and achieve more with less effort.
Remember to apply the 80/20 rule strategically, considering the unique context of each learning situation.
For a deeper dive into the 80/20 Learner and how to master this powerful principle, I highly recommend picking up Peter Hollins' book. It's available on Amazon, and the audiobook is available on Amazon, iTunes, and Audible.
For more insights from Peter Hollins on personal development and peak performance, visit his website at bitly slash Peter Hollins.
Thanks for listening to The Science of Self. Until next time, keep learning, keep growing, and keep improving from the inside out."
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Philosophies on Self-Discipline: Lessons from History’s Greatest Thinkers on How to Start, Endure, Finish, & Achieve (Live a Disciplined Life Book 7) By Peter Hollins
Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/philosophieshollins
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08H1BSFCV
We all know the feeling: you set a goal, you're fired up, and then...BAM! You skip the gym, indulge in that extra slice of cake, and your grand plans go out the window. This frustrating phenomenon is called akrasia, and it's been puzzling philosophers for centuries.
In this video, we'll explore akrasia through the lens of two great thinkers: Plato and Nietzsche. We'll see how Plato viewed akrasia as a misunderstanding of what's truly good for us, while Nietzsche saw it as a potential within us – the will to power – that can be channeled for good or bad.
But fear not! We'll also delve into practical strategies to combat akrasia and develop rock-solid self-discipline. You'll learn how to:
Use mini-rewards to make achieving goals feel good in the present moment.
Set small, achievable goals to avoid feeling overwhelmed.
Leverage the power of rituals and habits to make positive actions automatic.
Focus your will to power on worthy goals and resist distractions.
By understanding akrasia and using these powerful strategies, you'll be well on your way to achieving your goals and becoming the best version of yourself.
This episode, titled "Philosophies On Self-Discipline," draws inspiration from the book of the same name by Peter Hollins, available for more exploration on his website at bitly.slashPeterHollins. Buckle up and get ready to discover how some of the brightest thinkers tackled the challenges of self-control and achieving your goals.
Endless Energy: A Blueprint for Productivity, Focus, and Self-Discipline - for the Perpetually Tired and Lazy By Peter Hollins
Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/3SpEtC9
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B081W5KQL1
Feeling drained and unproductive? You're not alone. In this video, we explore the fundamental role of energy in achieving your goals. We introduce the concept of the energy pyramid and how it can help you optimize your physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being.
Discover:
Why energy is the foundation for productivity and performance
How to identify and eliminate energy vampires in your life
The science behind sleep hygiene and circadian rhythms
How to fuel your body for sustained energy with a focus on glycemic index and load
The importance of essential vitamins, minerals, and even nootropics for an energy boost
Why you should never underestimate the power of water
This video is Chapter 1 of a comprehensive guide to unlocking your full potential.
Ready to take charge of your energy and achieve more? Watch now!
00:00:00 Genius Thinking
00:02:41 Intellectual curiosity.
00:10:37 Willpower and discipline.
00:18:25 Intellectual honesty.
00:25:31 A dash of polymath.
Ready to learn more? Grab your copy of Genius Thinking here:
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Do you want to think like a genius? In this video, we'll dive into the
book Genius Thinking: Lessons From History's Greatest Minds on
Innovation, Creativity, and Intelligence by Peter Hollins.
Unbreakable! How Shackleton'S Crew Survived Against All Odds (Lessons In
Grit)
Old-School Grit: Lessons from History on Willpower, Tenacity, and
Resilience (Live a Disciplined Life Book 13) By: Pete Hollins
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How to accomplish your goals, no matter the obstacle. King Leonidas
could repel 100,000 Persians – you can exercise more and eat more
healthy.
There are many ways to live, but the tried-and-true way is to embrace
grit and grind through hardship. History shows that it’s what every
single “great man/woman” and winner has done to reach their goals.
If there is a will, there is a way. Get inspired to be a self-discipline
machine.
OLD-SCHOOL GRIT is a book that shows the path. To be precise, the path
that some of history’s greatest figures have taken. You’ll learn from
them, hear about their struggles, and see the massive amounts of
self-discipline, willpower, and general tenacity they used to become
worthy of history books.
In this video, we'll discuss the 5 mental blocks that may be stopping
you from achieving self-discipline and how to overcome them. If you're
looking for motivation and ways to boost productivity, this video is for
you! Unlock your potential and reach your goals with these tips.
00:00:00 The Power of Self-Discipline
00:10:38 5 Mental Hindrances To Self-Discipline.
00:18:54 The Brain That Works Against You.
Struggling to achieve your goals? Feeling stuck in a cycle of procrastination and self-doubt? You're not alone!
Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/PowerOfSelfDiscipline
Legendary Self-Discipline: Lessons from Mythology and Modern Heroes on
Choosing the Right Path Over the Easy Path By Peter Hollins
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00:00:00 Legendary Self-Discipline
00:01:20 Pandora’s Box and the practice of discretion and patience
00:13:42 Daedalus and Icarus and the merits of moderation
00:27:24 Athena and Arachne and the saboteur that is ego
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Fight temptation, tame your impulses, and learn to persevere.
We know we should use self-discipline, just like we know we should
budget more wisely, or eat more healthy. But just because we know about
something doesn’t mean we know how to do it.
See role model; copy role model. It's the quickest path from Point A to
Point B.
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In this video, we'll discuss the five mental hindrances to self-discipline:
The Brain That Works Against You: Our brains are wired for instant
gratification, which can make it difficult to stick to our goals. We'll
explore how to overcome this obstacle and rewire your brain for success.
Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/mindovermatterhollins
00:00:00 Mind Over Matter
00:08:42 5 Mental Hindrances To Self-Discipline
00:16:12 The Brain That Works Against You
00:29:20 Time Orientation
00:38:56 It's Up To You
Time Orientation: Our perception of time can have a significant
impact on our ability to stay disciplined. We'll discuss how to develop a
positive time orientation that will help you stay focused and
motivated.
It's Up to You: Ultimately, self-discipline is a
choice. We'll explore how to take responsibility for your actions and
make the decisions that will lead to success.
Want to think like a genius? Dive deep into the mind of Richard
Feynman, the Nobel Prize-winning physicist renowned for his unique
ability to break down complex problems. In this video, we'll explore his
groundbreaking mental models and learn how to apply them to your own
life. Discover the power of play, the importance of the scientific
method, and the Feynman Technique for mastering any subject. Unleash
your inner polymath and become a lifelong learner today!
00:00:00 Richard Feynman’s Mental Models
00:04:48 Think Like a Martian
00:14:09 Feynman’s Advice - Play More!
00:29:03 The Scientific Method
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Discover the secrets to unlocking your brain's potential for happiness,
wealth, and love in this neuroscience guide. Learn how to improve your
brain health and live your best life!
Happy Brain, Happy Life: Everyday Neuroscience of Health, Wealth, and Love (Think Smarter, Not Harder Book 11) By Peter Hollins
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https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D9HVNBH4
Neuroscience made simple: practical methods to rewire your brain for happiness, fulfillment, and better decisions along the way.
Much
of the time, we are unhappy. We are not satisfied. We are sad or
depressed. This all starts in the brain. So let's go there.
Make learning: painless, exciting, habitual, and self-motivating. Absorb
info like a human sponge.We’ve never been taught how to learn, and
that’s a shame. This book is the key to reversing all your
misconceptions and making learning fun again.
In this video, we'll delve into neurotransmitter fine-tuning and how you
can master your brain's chemistry for optimal health. Learn how to
optimize your neurotransmitters for better mental and emotional
well-being.
The Brain Mechanic: How to Optimize Your Brain for Peak Mental
Performance, Neurogrowth, and Cognitive Fitness (Think Smarter, Not
Harder Book 10) By: Peter Hollins
Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/3FNWZP4
00:00:00 Understanding D. O. S. E. Chemicals.
00:02:09 Oxytocin.
00:08:23 Serotonin
00:13:22 Endorphins.
00:18:58 Dopamine
00:21:58 A Few Things To Keep In Mind.
Unlock the power of your brain's chemical messengers!
In this video, we dive deep into the world of neurotransmitters, the
powerful chemicals that shape our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
Discover the four major types of DOSE chemicals - dopamine, oxytocin,
serotonin, and endorphins - and learn how to optimize their levels for a
happier, healthier, and more fulfilling life.
From understanding the science behind these neurotransmitters to
practical strategies for increasing their production, this video
provides valuable insights for anyone seeking to enhance their mental
and emotional well-being. Learn how to boost your mood, improve
relationships, increase self-esteem, and overcome challenges through
neurotransmitter fine-tuning.
Key topics covered:
The role of neurotransmitters in brain function
Understanding DOSE chemicals: dopamine, oxytocin, serotonin, and
endorphins
Strategies for increasing each neurotransmitter
Overcoming addiction with a dopamine detox
The connection between physical fitness and neurotransmitter health
The benefits of mindfulness, meditation, yoga, and exercise
Don't miss this informative video that will empower you to take control
of your brain's chemistry and live a more fulfilling life.
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Sorry, you can’t actually “train your brain.” But you can force it to
adapt, grow, and perform to it’s full potential.
The brain is the seat of our consciousness, identity, and higher
thoughts. But it is also a flesh and blood machine that can wear down,
grow tired, and malfunction. Learn how to prevent this and be your best.
Become quicker, sharper, smarter, more observant.
THE BRAIN MECHANIC is a guide to how to revitalize, polish, and fix-up
your brain. The truth is, you’re probably underperforming mentally. It’s
not personal, it’s just how you’re wired. This book provides a series
of steps and plans for you to get on track to your best thinking days.
Drawing from the most recent, up-to-date research on brain health.
Peter Hollins has studied psychology and peak human performance for over
a dozen years and is a bestselling author. He has worked with a
multitude of individuals to unlock their potential and path towards
success. His writing draws on his academic, coaching, and research
experience.
Understand the everyday forces that fundamentally change your brain.
•The deep connection (and surprising) between the body and the mind.
•Everyday actions and habits to increase focus, discipline, and critical
thinking.
•The emotional power of social bonds and ties, and how they empower us.
•Why we need breaks, and what we should actually do for a mental rest.
•Neuroplasticity - the real brain training - and how to do it daily.
•The vagus nerve and how it makes or breaks your sense of calm.
Fine-tune your thinking. Be your brain’s mechanic.
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How to Self-Learn: Teach Yourself Anything, Become an Expert, and
Memorize Everything (Learning how to Learn Book 20) By: Peter Hollins
00:00:00 How to Self-Learn
00:00:09 Learning Misconceptions.
00:10:16 Learning Mindsets.
00:16:29 Reach Out To Others.
00:19:37 Remember the seven characteristics of a self-directed learner
00:20:54 Reflective Learning Through The Gibbs Model.
00:31:29 Understand Cognitive Load And Working Memory.
00:40:48 Gamification
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Learn effectively when you have to be both the teacher and student. How
to learn smart.
Self-learning is not just about performing better in the classroom or
the office. It’s about being able to aim your life in whatever direction
you choose and conquering the obstacles in front of you.
Replicable methods and insights to build expertise from ground zero.
How to Self-Learn focuses not only on learning, but what it means to
direct your own learning. Anyone can read a book, but what about more?
You will learn to deconstruct a topic and then construct your own
syllabus and plan. Gathering information, initial research, having a
dialogue with new information - unlock these skills and you will unlock
your life.
Make complex topics painless and less intimidating to approach and break
down.
Peter Hollins has studied psychology and peak human performance for over
a dozen years and is a bestselling author. He has worked with a
multitude of individuals to unlock their potential and path towards
success. His writing draws on his academic, coaching, and research
experience.
Science-based methods to help your brain absorb and retain more.
• Essential memory-boosting techniques
• How to deeply encode information into your brain
• How to understand the bigger picture of how your brain learns
• Understanding the learning mindsets you need, and the ones you must
avoid
• Models and frameworks for every phase of learning and memory
Most people have multiple careers in their lives. Self-learning is how
you keep up and adapt.
The only thing that is given in life is that it will change. Seasons
change. Moods change. You will change. Whatever happens, you will need
to adapt to your new circumstances. Survival of the fittest isn’t just
something that exists in science textbooks - it’s what happens in every
phase of your life. The ability to learn is what determines whether you
sink or swim.
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In this video, learn how to become a renaissance reader and improve your self with tips inspired by Leonardo Da Vinci.
Leonardo da Vinci’s Mental Models: Secrets of the World’s Most Famous Polymath (Learning how to Learn Book 26)
By Peter Hollins
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How a poor farmer boy from a small village became a name you still know
hundreds of years after his death
Leonardo da Vinci was searching for a way out of poverty when he started
designing, tinkering, thinking, and training himself. He still sets the
example hundreds of years later for how to be a genius.
How to be the thinker that can excel in any environment.
Leonardo da Vinci's Mental Models is a book about the various tools da
Vinci used to help fuel the Italian Renaissance. He had a hand in
everything, from weapons design, engineering, anatomy and physiology,
art, and of course painting. Learn about this paragon of the brain and
how to harness the techniques he used daily.
This is a book like no other - together, we will analyze the roots of da
Vinci's upbringing, the genesis of his most well-known mental models,
and exactly how to apply them in all areas of your life. After all, he
wasn't just the painter of the Mona Lisa.
This book is exactly how to become a polymath with insatiable curiosity.
Peter Hollins has studied psychology and peak human performance for over
a dozen years. This book represents the scientifically proven methods
he has used to become an expert in multiple domains.
Build your intellectual horsepower - yes, it is possible!
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The value of mentorship and how to ask the right questions of them
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The reading habit and how to squeeze the most out of any text
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Curiosity and how to cultivate an elastic and adaptable mindset
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What a "t-shaped human" is and how breadth is more important than
depth sometimes
- The da Vincian method of taking notes and how to create your second
brain
- Shower thoughts, to-do lists, and balance - in the Leonardo way
The polymathic mindset is what will turn you into an intellectual
superpower. #BotticelliGhirlandaioMichaelangelo #DeepObservation #DesignYourReadingEnvironment #EmbraceInterdisciplinarity #EricWeiner #Florence #FrancescoMelzi #GeorgioVasari #LudovicoSforza #MeoLippi #MesserPieroFruosino #PaulSolman #PeruginoDaVinci #PracticeMode #PrioritizeCompetition #RussellNewton #NewtonMG #PeterHollins #TheScienceofSelf #LeonardodaVinci’sMentalModels #BecomeARenaissanceReader #LearnFromLeonardoDaVinci'SMasterclass
Have More Energy. A Blueprint for Productivity, Focus, and Self-Discipline—for the Perpetually Tired and Lazy (Think Smarter, Not Harder Book 8) By: Peter Hollins
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00:00:00 Have More Energy
00:10:21 Pyramidal Thinking.
00:14:23 The Seven-Minute Morning Workout.
00:19:51 Channeling That Energy.
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All of your best intentions will fail without the energy to execute them. Become more energetic: biologically and psychologically.
Want to create new habits? Become more disciplined? Change your life in any way whatsoever? Strategy comes later. First and foremost, you need the energy to take these challenges on. Learn to become your own battery.
Fix fatigue, laziness, apathy, and sloth.
Discover the secret to unlocking your full potential. In this video, we dive deep into the concept of energy and its crucial role in everything we do. Learn about the Energy Pyramid, a groundbreaking framework that explains how to optimize your physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual energy. Discover the importance of a strong energy foundation and how to cultivate it through simple yet powerful strategies, including a daily 7-minute workout. Ready to boost your energy levels and achieve your goals? Watch now!
In this video, we'll explore the common barriers that may be holding you
back from reaching your goals, and how to overcome them. It's time to
stop blaming yourself and start understanding the root of your
struggles. Let's tackle that fear of failure together!
Practical Self-Discipline: Become a Relentless Goal-Achieving and
Temptation-Busting Machine (A Guide for Procrastinators, Slackers, and
Couch Potatoes) (Live a Disciplined Life Book 5) By Peter Hollins
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00:00:00 Practical Self-Discipline
00:04:48 Barriers, Not Laziness.
A true guide for procrastinators, slackers, couch potatoes, and those
who get what they want right now, instead of what they want the most.
Want to get somewhere worth going? It's not going to be easy, and it's
not going to be comfortable. So, now what? This book gives you the
missing key to all that you want in life.
Practical Self-Discipline is exactly what the title promises: PRACTICAL.
You will gain scientifically-proven new perspectives and tips to manage
your day, energy, motivation, and self-discipline. In doing so, you
will also deeply learn about your brain and what it is that drives you
on a biological basis. You'll learn how to deal with the tangled,
contradictory mess that is the human psyche, and use it to your
advantage for once! Unlock the secrets of how top performers
consistently exercise self-discipline.
It can be frustrating to glide through life not competing things, or
leaving things unfinished. It can be painful, even. But now, discover
how to practically implement self-discipline into your life - mostly
painlessly - and become a master finisher.
Overcome the barriers that actually lead to "laziness".
Discover how to unlock your inner powerhouse and master self-discipline
using brain science. Learn the secrets to achieving your goals and
reaching your full potential.
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00:00:00 Unlock Your Inner Powerhouse
00:02:22 The Biology Of Self-Control.
00:09:50 Understanding Delayed Gratification.
00:15:52 What Does Impulsivity Look Like In Your Life?
00:23:22 Why Even Bother With Self-Discipline?
00:30:21 Willpower Fatigue.
00:35:22 How To Protect Your Willpower.
00:36:03 Do The Most Important Thing First.
00:37:21 Give Yourself Fewer Decisions.
00:38:56 Don’t Beat Yourself Up.
00:40:12
Take Action
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How to truly live a MIND OVER MATTER life.
Most people can't accomplish what they want. They let themselves
underachieve and don't have the energy to do better. But you are
different. You will learn how the true meaning of mind over matter.
Rapid Idea Generation: How to Create, Innovate, Conceive, and Invent From Scratch [Second Edition] (Think Smarter, Not Harder Book 5) By Peter Hollins
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How to systematically engineer creativity from nothing and unleash your inner ingenuity.
Creative thinking is surrounded by so much mystique and myth. It’s time to cut through the static and learn how to become an idea-generating machine.
Spark your imagination, improve your thinking, and solve problems.
Rapid Idea Generation will take you inside the mind of Leonardo da Vinci, famous polymath of the Italian Renaissance - but it won’t stop there. You will learn not only about da Vinci’s thinking techniques, but the general building blocks of creative thought, and habits and other famous creatives. We go through a huge amount of thinking tools to expand your mind and see the world differently.
This book is a thorough handbook on what it means to think different and get outside the box. This is book is 100% applicable in solving the problem you have in front of you, or generating an idea out of thin air.
Stop relying on inspiration or motivation and make thinking outside the box second nature.
Peter Hollins has studied psychology and peak human performance for over a dozen years and is a bestselling author. He has worked with a multitude of individuals to unlock their potential and path towards success. His writing draws on his academic, coaching, and research experience
Think like one of history’s most famous creatives - and then some.
•Learn the biology and psychology of the creative mind.
•Building blocks for creativity - from da Vinci and on.
•7 techniques to literally thousands of ideas.
•Creativity routines and habits of household names.
•How to instantly switch to perspectives and angles.
Less theory, and more of exactly how to become a prolific creative like the masters.
This book is a huge boon for creatives. The ability to generate ideas can be the difference between work and unemployment, and you will gain smart systems to generate thousands.
Even if you’re not someone who works as a creative, creative thought is one of the most important skills you can ever learn. Life is all about getting from point A to point B, and creative thinking gives you 10X the opportunities. You can solve problems easier and quicker. And besides, a creative life is a fun, fulfilled, and happy life.
To activate your innate creative potential, scroll up and click the BUY NOW button at the top right of the screen.
This is the fifth book in the “Think Smarter, Not Harder” series as listed below:
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Build a Better Brain: Using Everyday Neuroscience to Train Your Brain for Motivation, Discipline, Courage, and Mental Sharpness
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Endless Energy: A Blueprint for Productivity, Focus, and Self-Discipline - for the Perpetually Tired and Lazy
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Think Like Sherlock: Creatively Solve Problems, Think with Clarity, Make Insightful Observations & Deductions, and Develop Quick & Accurate Instincts
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The Science of Intelligent Decision Making: An Actionable Guide to Clearer Thinking, Destroying Indecision, Improving Insight, & Making Complex Decisions with Speed and Confidence
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Rapid Idea Generation: How to Create, Innovate, Conceive, and Invent From Scratch [Second Edition]
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The Brain Boost Blueprint: How To Optimize Your Brain for Peak Mental Performance, Neurogrowth, and Cognitive Fitness
How to systematically engineer creativity from nothing and unleash your inner ingenuity.
Creative thinking is surrounded by so much mystique and myth. It’s time to cut through the static and learn how to become an idea-generating machine.
Spark your imagination, improve your thinking, and solve problems.
Rapid Idea Generation will take you inside the mind of Leonardo da Vinci, famous polymath of the Italian Renaissance - but it won’t stop there. You will learn not only about da Vinci’s thinking techniques, but the general building blocks of creative thought, and habits and other famous creatives. We go through a huge amount of thinking tools to expand your mind and see the world differently.
This book is a thorough handbook on what it means to think different and get outside the box. This is book is 100% applicable in solving the problem you have in front of you, or generating an idea out of thin air.
Stop relying on inspiration or motivation and make thinking outside the box second nature.
Peter Hollins has studied psychology and peak human performance for over a dozen years and is a bestselling author. He has worked with a multitude of individuals to unlock their potential and path towards success. His writing draws on his academic, coaching, and research experience
Think like one of history’s most famous creatives - and then some.
•Learn the biology and psychology of the creative mind.
•Building blocks for creativity - from da Vinci and on.
•7 techniques to literally thousands of ideas.
•Creativity routines and habits of household names.
•How to instantly switch to perspectives and angles.
Less theory, and more of exactly how to become a prolific creative like the masters.
This book is a huge boon for creatives. The ability to generate ideas can be the difference between work and unemployment, and you will gain smart systems to generate thousands.
Even if you’re not someone who works as a creative, creative thought is one of the most important skills you can ever learn. Life is all about getting from point A to point B, and creative thinking gives you 10X the opportunities. You can solve problems easier and quicker. And besides, a creative life is a fun, fulfilled, and happy life.
To activate your innate creative potential, scroll up and click the BUY NOW button at the top right of the screen.
This is the fifth book in the “Think Smarter, Not Harder” series as listed below:
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Build a Better Brain: Using Everyday Neuroscience to Train Your Brain for Motivation, Discipline, Courage, and Mental Sharpness
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Endless Energy: A Blueprint for Productivity, Focus, and Self-Discipline - for the Perpetually Tired and Lazy
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Think Like Sherlock: Creatively Solve Problems, Think with Clarity, Make Insightful Observations & Deductions, and Develop Quick & Accurate Instincts
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The Science of Intelligent Decision Making: An Actionable Guide to Clearer Thinking, Destroying Indecision, Improving Insight, & Making Complex Decisions with Speed and Confidence
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Rapid Idea Generation: How to Create, Innovate, Conceive, and Invent From Scratch [Second Edition]
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The Brain Boost Blueprint: How To Optimize Your Brain for Peak Mental Performance, Neurogrowth, and Cognitive Fitness
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Philosophies on Self-Discipline: Lessons from History’s Greatest Thinkers on How to Start, Endure, Finish, & Achieve (Live a Disciplined Life Book 7) By Peter Hollins
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8 meditations on goal achievement and getting things done no matter the circumstances.
Instead of trying to go it alone or wing it, apply lessons from some of history’s greatest thinkers. Harness thousands of years worth of wisdom, not just your own.
Our thoughts determine our actions. Learn from the best and create a self-disciplined mindset.
Philosophies on Self-Discipline brings you the condensed knowledge of philosophers, polymaths, scientists, and psychologists. You will gain a working knowledge of many classic texts and theories, and learn how to apply them to your own modern life. There is no better way to become a well-rounded person who is also productive on command, and never prone to procrastinating.
Thousands of years of knowledge in one book.
Peter Hollins has studied psychology and peak human performance for over a dozen years and is a bestselling author. He has worked with a multitude of individuals to unlock their potential and path towards success. His writing draws on his academic, coaching, and research experience.
A quintessential guide for procrastinators and couch potatoes.
•Plato, Akrasia, and the power of small wins.•Nietzsche and the energy that our willpower runs on.•How to re-imagine hedonism for your own purposes.•Freud, subconscious desires, and getting things done.•The science of behaviorism and what we can learn from rats.•Kaizen, rituals, and focusing on the present.
Use tips and techniques that combine psychology with philosophy.
No more ifs, buts, or ands. Just simple action and execution.
Get started, fight your resistance, and finish your task -- starting with clicking the BUY NOW button.
This is the seventh book in the “Live a Disciplined Life” series, as listed below:1.The Science of Self-Discipline: The Willpower, Mental Toughness, and Self-Control to Resist Temptation and Achieve Your Goals2.Finish What You Start: The Art of Following Through, Taking Action, Executing, & Self-Discipline3.Neuro-Discipline: Everyday Neuroscience for Self-Discipline, Focus, and Defeating Your Brain’s Impulsive and Distracted Nature4.Mind Over Matter: The Self-Discipline to Execute Without Excuses, Control Your Impulses, and Keep Going When You Want to Give Up5. Practical Self-Discipline6.Legendary Self-Discipline: Lessons from Mythology and Modern Heroes on Choosing the Right Path Over the Easy Path7. Philosophies on Self-Discipline: Lessons from History’s Greatest Thinkers on How to Start, Endure, Finish, & Achieve
Akrasia #Aristotle #FriedrichNietzsche #Nietzsche #PhilosopherDonaldDavidson #Plato #Schopenhauer #Selfdiscipline #RussellNewton #NewtonMG #PeterHollins #TheScienceofSelf #PhilosophiesonSelf-Discipline
00:00:00 Endless Energy: A Blueprint for Productivity, Focus, and Self-Discipline
00:09:59 Pyramidal Thinking.
00:26:21 Physical Energy Vampires
00:35:43 Sleep, Circadian, and Ultradian Rhythms
00:48:28 Eating For Glucose.
00:58:27 Shoring Up Deficiencies.
01:02:10 A Note On Water.
Endless Energy: A Blueprint for Productivity, Focus, and Self-Discipline - for the Perpetually Tired and Lazy By Peter Hollins
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All of your best intentions will fail without the energy to execute them. Become more energetic: biologically and psychologically.
Want to create new habits? Become more disciplined? Change your life in any way whatsoever? Strategy comes later. First and foremost, you need the energy to take these challenges on. Learn to become your own battery.
Fix fatigue, laziness, apathy, and sloth.
Endless Energy is a guide to becoming insanely energetic. It addresses what drains you, what energizes you, and everything in between. It goes deep into the psychology and physiology of energy to make sure that symptoms as well as root causes are addressed. In the end, you will have all the tools to jumpstart your life in any direction you choose.
Biohack the science of high energy and productivity.
Peter Hollins has studied psychology and peak human performance for over a dozen years and is a bestselling author. He has worked with dozens of individuals to unlock their potential and path towards success. His writing draws on his academic, coaching, and research experience.
Long-term and short-term solutions for instant energy to accomplish your goals.
•One energy pyramid to rule them all.
•Diagnose the emotional, psychological, and biological costs to your energy.
•Understand cellular biology and how it impacts your energy.
•How to institute a diet and sleep routine that helps you.
•How to optimize your work schedule and other tips for energy management.
•Why coffee and caffeine are not the answer.
Stop struggling in vain and address what really matters: your energy levels. Wake up and start seizing your life by scrolling up and clicking the BUY NOW BUTTON.
This is the second book in the “Think Smarter, Not Harder” series as listed below:
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Build a Better Brain: Using Everyday Neuroscience to Train Your Brain for Motivation, Discipline, Courage, and Mental Sharpness
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Endless Energy: A Blueprint for Productivity, Focus, and Self-Discipline - for the Perpetually Tired and Lazy
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Think Like Sherlock: Creatively Solve Problems, Think with Clarity, Make Insightful Observations & Deductions, and Develop Quick & Accurate Instincts
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The Science of Intelligent Decision Making: An Actionable Guide to Clearer Thinking, Destroying Indecision, Improving Insight, & Making Complex Decisions with Speed and Confidence
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Rapid Idea Generation: How to Create, Innovate, Conceive, and Invent From Scratch [Second Edition]
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The Brain Boost Blueprint: How To Optimize Your Brain for Peak Mental Performance, Neurogrowth, and Cognitive Fitness
ChristopherBarness #EndlessEnergy #ManagingEnergy #HighPerformance #JimLoehr #LoughboroughUniversity #NeilKleitman #PersonalRenewal #PhysicalEnergyVampires #Circadian #TonySchwartz #PyramidalThinking #UltradianRhythms #USArmyResearchInstitute #RussellNewton #NewtonMG #PeterHollins #TheScienceofSelf #EndlessEnergy #UnlockYourPotential: #TheImportanceOfEnergyInProductivity&Performance
00:00:00 ACE Your Exams, Tests, & Quizzes
00:07:52 Start Your Revision Early.
00:11:26 Maintain Good Study Habits.
00:16:57 Identify Your Preferred Learning Style.
00:18:24 The Auditory Type.
00:25:25 Create An Examination Checklist.
00:28:09 Gather Practical Examination Details.
00:31:43 Don’t Skimp on Proper Breaks
ACE Your Exams, Tests, & Quizzes: 34 Test-Taking Strategies for Top Grades, Time Efficiency, Less Stress, and Academic Excellence (Learning how to Learn Book 18) By: Peter Hollins
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Get inside a test creator’s head and give them exactly what they want for top grades. How to truly excel in school.
Test performance is not really about intelligence. It’s actually about your preparation, and how well you understand how to take tests. That’s an entirely different skill in itself. So let’s teach you how to truly excel in school.
Simple tips to improve your grades and rise to the top of your class – study smarter, not harder.
ACE Your Tests, Exams, & Quizzes is an instructional guide to the thing that matters the most in academic – taking tests. It takes you through the three phrases: before, during, and after. Before is all about your preparation, during is all about how to stay calm and look at test questions differently, and after is all about your post-mortem analysis for perpetual improvement.
A holistic look at you as a student, to practically guarantee your trajectory to the top of your class.
Learn how to perform under pressure. Destroy your test anxiety and stop worrying.
Peter Hollins has studied psychology and peak human performance for over a dozen years and is a bestselling author. He has worked with a multitude of individuals to unlock their potential and path towards success. His writing draws on his academic, coaching, and research experience.
Tools for essays, multiple-choice questions, and everything in between.
The most effective methods for memory, cramming, and immediate regurgitation.
How to create an exam checklist that you can use in any situation
How flow charts and mind maps can help you test better
The most important cues to look for in test questions
How to perform an exam post-mortem and how to adjust your habits
The keys to exam confidence and eliminating anxiety
Wide-range tips that cover before, during, and after the test so you can get better every single time.
It’s not fair, of course, but we our society values results, not process. This book gives you both – you get the process that will give you the best results. They are inseparable! Hands down, your grades, standing, and performance will improve, and that will give you more and more opportunities.
First and foremost, this is a book about learning, and the rest comes as a result thereof.
Helpful for tests and exams at any level – from SAT, LSAT, and GMAT to pop quizzes in history class.
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00:00:00 Think Like Einstein
00:02:28 Intellectual Curiosity.
00:08:34 Willpower And Discipline.
00:14:27 Intellectual Honesty.
00:19:46
A Dash Of Polymathy.
Think Like a Genius: How to Go Outside the Box, Analyze Deeply,
Creatively Solve Problems, and Innovate (Mental Models for Better Living
Book 5)
By: Peter Hollins
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https://www.amazon.com/Think-Like-Genius-Creatively-Problems/dp/1647432529
Learn
from some of the greatest thinkers in history. Study their patterns and
stand on the shoulders of giants.
How does one think like a genius? Is there a set definition for this?
Well, no. But if you study the greats, you’re bound to learn something.
Learn the five “genius traits” and how to apply them in your daily life.
Think Like a Genius is a look through time and history. We climb into a
time travel machine and examine flashpoints in the lives of famous
geniuses. They are all household names, and now you can better
understand what made them tick.
00:00:07 How to Suffer Well
00:00:54 The Buddhists tell a story that goes like this
00:14:40 What Frankl brought to the discussion of suffering was the question of recovery.
00:22:08 The Buddha put forward his four noble truths, which go like this
00:35:16 A Buddhist parable tells of a young monk and his wise older teacher on a journey.
How to Suffer Well: Timeless Knowledge on Dealing with Hardship and Becoming Anguish-Proof (Live a Disciplined Life Book 12) By: Peter Hollins
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Your capacity to handle suffering determines where you get in life. How do you want to live?
Life is tough, so you better get a helmet. Life is not a walk in the park. You'll run into pain, anguish, and obstacles. But who says that they need to affect you?
Build immunity to emotional, mental, and physical discomfort and suffering. It can be trained.
How to Suffer Well is a literal guidebook to defeating the voices in your head that tell you to give up. Instead, they'll be replaced with voices that tell you it'll be okay, this will pass, and life goes happily on.
It might sound difficult, but this is all teachable. You'll learn how to become the most zen person you know. Wouldn't it be nice to only experience the positive side of emotions?
How to tolerate the rigors of life without collapsing. Increase your mental pain tolerance to that of superhuman levels.
Peter Hollins has studied psychology and peak human performance for over a dozen years and is a bestselling author. He has worked with a multitude of individuals to unlock their potential and path towards success. His writing draws on his academic, coaching, and research experience.
Greatly expand your comfort zone and build layers of mental armor to ensure your happiness.
Guest chapter by acclaimed blogger Jason Merchey on the balm of humor to quell suffering.
Why suffering is life, but attachment is suffering
Tried and true paths to overcoming suffering
Defenses against negativity, expectations, and things outside of our control
How to live in the present, unhindered by the past or the future
How compassion and purpose assist in suffering better
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00:00:00 The Self-Learning Blueprint
00:06:25 The Myth Of Requirements
00:20:24 Macro And Micro Planning
The Self-Learning Blueprint: A Strategic Plan to Break Down Complex
Topics, Comprehend Deeply, and Teach Yourself Anything By Peter Hollins
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https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07TQ6HKTR
An approach to instantly make sense of a topic when learning from scratch and teaching yourself.
Embarking
on anything new is daunting and scary. That’s why you need a blueprint
to point you in the right direction and make sure that you are moving
forward.
The skill of self-learning is the ability to change your circumstances and get from Point A to Point B.
The Self-Learning Blueprint is the compass that will get you to Point B.
Numerous scientifically-proven techniques are covered, as well as an
overarching set of plans to ensure that you synthesize and truly
understand new information.
Stop feeling overwhelmed by self-learning! This video busts the myths holding you back and reveals the surprisingly simple secret weapon for achieving your goals. Discover why innate intelligence, learning styles, and specific motivations DON'T matter. Learn about the powerful duo of macro and micro plans that will skyrocket your self-learning success.
Neuro-Learning: Principles from the Science of Learning on Information Synthesis, Comprehension, Retention, and Breaking Down Complex Subjects (Learning how to Learn Book 7) By Peter Hollins
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Work with your brain, not against it. Use neuroscience foundations to learn better, faster, and stronger.
All our lives, we've been taught ways to learn that are utterly ineffective and ignorant as to how our brains work. This book will transform your approach to learning.
Scientifically-proven, step-by-step methods for effective learning.
Neuro-Learning is a mini tour of our brains, including its highs and lows. This book will show you the most effective methods for learning, the pitfalls we must avoid, and the habits we must cultivate. It borrows from multiple scientific disciplines to present comprehensive techniques to simply learn more, faster.
Memorize more and learn more deeply - in less time.
Peter Hollins has studied psychology and peak human performance for over a dozen years and is a bestselling author. He has worked with a multitude of individuals to unlock their potential and path towards success. His writing draws on his academic, coaching, and research experience.
Achieve expertise faster, beat distractions and procrastination, and break down complexity.
•A tour of the brain's main functions and how they affect your quest learning goals.
•The learning techniques that work, and those that don't - with evidence.
•How to never need to cram again.
•The learning mistakes you are probably committing right now.
•The learning myths you are probably still believing.
•How your emotions and imagination can assist in learning.
Learning to learn unlocks everything you want in life. It takes you from Point A t Point B, and is the only way to guarantee continual progress and development in your life and skills.
Save your valuable time by clicking the BUY NOW button at the top of this page.
This is the seventh book in the “Learning how to Learn” series as listed below:
1.The Science of Self-Learning: How to Teach Yourself Anything, Learn More in Less Time, and Direct Your Own Education
2.The Science of Rapid Skill Acquisition: Advanced Methods to Learn, Remember, and Master New Skills and Information [Second Edition]
3.The Self-Learning Blueprint: A Strategic Plan to Break Down Complex Topics, Comprehend Deeply, and Teach Yourself Anything
4.The Science of Accelerated Learning: Advanced Strategies for Quicker Comprehension, Greater Retention, and Systematic Expertise
5.Learn Like Einstein: Memorize More, Read Faster, Focus Better, and Master Anything With Ease… Become An Expert in Record Time (Accelerated Learning)
6.Accelerated Learning for Expertise: Rapid Knowledge Acquisition Skills to Learn Faster, Comprehend Deeper, and Reach a World-Class Level [First Edition]
7.Neuro-Learning: Principles from the Science of Learning on Information Synthesis, Comprehension, Retention, and Breaking Down Complex Subjects
8.Build Rapid Expertise: How to Learn Faster, Acquire Knowledge More Thoroughly, Comprehend Deeper, and Reach a World-Class Level
9.Polymath: Master Multiple Disciplines, Learn New Skills, Think Flexibly, and Become Extraordinary Autodidact
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Ever wondered how introverts not only survived but thrived throughout history?
00:00:00 The Science of Introverts
00:01:13 The Prefrontal Cortex
00:17:39 Brain Chemicals
00:28:40 Background Noise
00:34:46 How Did Introverts Survive Evolution?
The Science of Introverts: Explore the Personality Spectrum for Self-Discovery, Self-Awareness, & Self-Care. Design a Life That Fits. By Peter Hollins
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https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07L9C77YJ Discover the hidden causes behind your behaviors and habits. Stop trying to impersonate someone you’re not.
We use the terms introvert and extrovert constantly. We use them to label ourselves and everyone we know. But what do they really mean? How much of so-called common knowledge is misconceptions and stereotypes?
The Science of Introverts will uncover everything you never knew about yourself and others, and will teach you how to take advantage of who you are and capitalize on your unique strengths.
Feel comfortable and confident in your own skin.
This episode of The Science of Self dives into the brain science behind introversion, exploring the prefrontal cortex, brain chemicals, and how introverts adapted to background noise. We'll also explore the evolutionary advantages that made introverts crucial to our species' success. Join us as we unlock the secrets of the introvert mind and discover the power of quiet confidence.
30 Days to Self-Discipline: A Blueprint to Bust Laziness, Escape the Couch, Become a Machine, and Accomplish Your Every Goal (Practical Self-Discipline 2.ed) (Live a Disciplined Life Book 9) By: Peter Hollins
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A true guide for procrastinators, slackers, couch potatoes. In 30 days, you won't be one anymore!
Want to get somewhere worth going? It's not going to be easy, and it's not going to be comfortable. This book holds the answers.
The Art of Practice: Accelerate Your Learning, Quickly Build Expertise, and Perform Like a Pro (Learning how to Learn Book 25) By: Peter Hollins
00:00:00 The art of practice.
00:02:15 The Deliberate Practice Roadmap
00:16:59 Slow Practice
00:21:26 Understanding Energy Levels
00:30:46 Embrace the Growth Mindset
00:31:57 Be Aware of Cognitive Biases
00:35:31 The Stages of Mastery
00:51:49 The Zone of Proximal Development
01:01:02 Seek out a More Knowledgeable Other (MKO)
01:03:33 The Yerkes–Dodson Law
01:12:19 Find the Optimal Challenge Level
01:13:02 Manage Stress and Avoid Extremes
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Discover why some people progress 100x faster than others, and how you can harness those secrets.
Whatever you want to do or accomplish, there is always going to be a learning curve. The question is - can you overcome it quickly enough to get to your goals? Or will the slow progress make you give up?
Refine your practice strategy to reach your potential in record time.
The Art of Practice is a book from renowned learning expert Peter Hollins that simply deconstructs the entire process and gives you an easy step-by-step process to go from novice to expert. You'll learn that it's not about talent or genetics; rather it is about strategy and tactics. Memorizing the phone book is doable for EVERYONE if you know the best way to do it. When you learn to unlock the art of practice, you unlock the rest of your life because all of your goals will be within reach.
You'll learn how to keep up your motivation, focus, and self-discipline as well.
Save months and years. Seriously.
Peter Hollins has studied psychology and peak human performance for over a dozen years and is a bestselling author. He has worked with a multitude of individuals to unlock their potential and path towards success. His writing draws on his academic, coaching, and research experience.
Scientifically-proven methods that your brain will appreciate.
What a perpetual beginner's mindset can do for you and your excitement and motivation
How to calibrate your energy levels, and maintain the optimal level of challenge for your upskilling
Adaptability and understanding the role of expectations, process, and flexibility
How backward and forward chaining can unlock your brain's preference for learning and memorization
The mindset of focusing on flaws and putting them under a microscope and how to do it while keeping positive
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00:00:00 Learn Like a Polymath
00:01:46 Two Paths to Polymathy
00:24:46 Cross-Pollination as the Key
00:32:34 Guidelines and a Plan
Learn Like a Polymath: How to Teach Yourself Anything, Develop
Multidisciplinary Expertise, and Become Irreplaceable (Learning how to
Learn Book 12) By Peter Hollins
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Polymathy is the modern currency. Generate unique solutions and
perspectives that only a dedicated self-learner can.
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00:00:00 Hello listeners
00:03:44 Researchers at Johns Hopkins
00:13:57 Know When to Take a Break
00:15:50 A study conducted by researchers at the National Institutes of Health
• Research suggests that practicing a slightly modified version of a task can lead to faster and more effective learning. Rehearse the basic skill, wait for at least six hours to consolidate, modify your practice slightly, and repeat. When we practice, we can set up narrow/artificial scenarios and end up being restrictive; instead, for indirect benefits, be flexible and cross train.
• Don’t forget to rest. Performance improves primarily during rest periods, with the brain consolidating memories. Gains made during shorter “waking” rest periods between practice sessions are greater than the gains made between daily sessions, i.e., after a night’s sleep.
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00:00:00 Hello, listeners
00:06:39 Personal motivation
00:13:03 The SD = (PeM+PoB) − (dc + ds) formula
00:16:06 If-then statements
00:18:20 Peter Gollwitzer
00:23:10 According to Oxford Dictionaries
• Self-discipline and habits are innately intertwined. In fact, habits are the natural goal for self-discipline; self-disciplined acts require conscious effort until the point it becomes a natural habit.
• Make it a habit to think about a self-discipline formula, either the one in this book, or one of your own making. It’s another way of visualizing exactly what forces are at play regarding your self-discipline. My favorite version: Self-discipline = (personal motivation + positive benefits) − (discomfort + distractions). Here, if the right side of the equation turns out positive, then you have the pre-requisites for self-discipline. Thus, it becomes a matter of understanding the positive forces (motivation and benefits) and the negative forces (discomfort and distractions) and how they manifest in your life. You may even discover that you are neglecting a few factors, which is just setting yourself up for failure.
• Use the if-then technique to make your decisions before you have to decide to exercise self-discipline. Our worst decisions come when we rely on our strength of character. Thus, plan around them. If X, then Y can be your new best friend, and it is applicable in just about everything we encounter on a daily basis. It turns out we behave better when linked to other things.
• What kind of discipline style should you use, abstinence or moderation? Abstinence provides that there are no exceptions allowed, and it actually gives you a sense of freedom because you won’t have to negotiate with yourself on when to start, stop, and feel satisfied. Moderation is when you accept a certain amount of deviation, as long as you can meet your goals and milestones you set out beforehand. There is also freedom here because you can indulge and not feel like you are missing out on anything.
• Peer pressure can be positive. The sad truth is that we are products of our physical and social environments. With regards to the latter, the people around us can sometimes make or break us. Thus, we can construct our social circles to help us become more self-discipline. You can use accountability partners, role models, mentors, and teachers. You can also dip into the dark side and use the negative emotions of public shame and embarrassment to keep you accountable. After all, we work harder to avoid a punch in the face than to eat our favorite food.
• Impulses are the antithesis of self-discipline. They are unpredictable urges that can take over at any point. Studies have shown that impulses are stronger during emotional reactions. Thus, battling impulses is about putting as much time as possible between an emotional reaction and the actual response you give. Delaying tactics, in other words. You can use the ten second/minute rule, label your feelings, write down the facts of a situation without regard to your personal perspective, and ask “why” five times to understand the root of the impulse.
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00:00:00 Hello listeners
00:02:08 1. Encoding 2. Storage 3. Retrieval
00:13:21 The study cycle
00:28:10 Spaced repetition
00:35:34 Takeaways
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• Learning relies on memory, and memory is in turn an interplay between two processes: storing and retrieving information. There are three main steps: encoding, storing and retrieval.
• How well we encode material (i.e. cement it into our minds) depends on the degree and intensity of attention we pay it, as well as the senses through which we encounter it, and our associated emotions.
• When we store memories, we do so either as transient sensory memory, short-term memory or more long-term memory.
• Retrieval is when we return to stored memories and pull them out again, either with a cue or helpful sequence, or without one. We can retrieve information in a few ways: recall it directly (no cues, this is obviously preferable), recognition (remembering something after a cue or prompt, and relearning, which is the least effective and lasting method.)
• Forgetting is a normal state of affairs, and occurs on a “forgetting curve.” Every time we rehearse, however, we refresh this memory, and the subsequent forgetting trails off at a less steep curve. The goal is to rehearse until the curve eventually flattens, and the rate of decay slows enough for you to say, “I’ve permanently learnt this.”
• The study cycle is a process to follow to maximize your learning process given the way memory works. The steps are: preview, attend, review, study and assess, and then begin the cycle again. In a study session, it’s best to flow through each step consciously—establishing context, paying attention, actively reading and engaging, drilling the material and then taking time to assess how well the process went afterwards.
• Retrieval practice is the art of practicing what most cements memories—retrieving them. It is an active process and instills memory firmly.
• Spaced repetition is most effective for practicing retrieval and countering forgetting. Deliberate practice, too, can help you control what you’re practicing, and how this can enhance your learning and knowledge over time.
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00:00:51.329 Friedman’s Ways to Make the Most Out of Practice
00:06:06.759 Reflect
00:08:21.889 Challenge Yourself
00:11:26.200 Mentally Rehearse
00:15:54.040 Create an Alter Ego
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Want to finally master that skill you've been working on? Forget the idea of "practice makes perfect" - it's all about perfect practice! In this episode of The Science of Self, we dive deep into the book by Peter Hollins to uncover powerful strategies for taking your practice to the next level.
Discover how to:
- Reflect and Adapt: Move beyond mindless repetition by actively monitoring your progress and adjusting your plan as you go.
- Challenge Yourself: Don't get stuck in a rut! Continually push your comfort zone to unlock new levels of mastery.
- Embrace the Alter Ego: Create a powerful persona to bridge the gap between your current abilities and your aspirations.
Ready to unlock your full potential? Watch now and learn how to practice smarter, not harder!
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00:01:26.210 Figure Out Where You Are
00:22:58.799 Rock-Solid Principles for Lasting Motivation and Self-Discipline
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• Working with the limitations of your own brain requires an honest appraisal of where you are and how you’re functioning. Make it a habit to routinely assess yourself on the following aspects, on a scale of one to ten: Sense of purpose, the presence of positive mentors, sensory rich vision, self-belief, planning and organization, education and skills, patient perseverance, and the ability to see work as play.
• This kind of self-reflection allows you to see exactly what areas you need to work on and see whether your efforts are resulting in progress.
• Depending on which aspects you identify as under-developed, you can do a lot to improve.
• For a stronger sense of purpose, you’ll need to work on self-knowledge, and dig deep into your genuine values. To find positive mentors, reach out to others and network, or simply ask for help and advice from accomplished people.
• To develop sensory rich vision, make a goal collage or practice visualization to conjure up a vivid, five-sense image of the end you’re aiming for. To increase self-belief, actively court failure and rejection—to prove to yourself that your worth as a person doesn’t stem from these things. Meditation, mindfulness, and self-care also go a long way to cultivating self-compassion.
• To have better planning and organization, start by decluttering both your mind and workspace to cut down on distractions. Set up habits that allow you to atomate, delegate and concentrate.
• To build skills and education, keep reading. Become curious, and ask questions, learning where you can. To improve patience and perseverance, focus on the smallest, sustainable change you can make and keep up every day. To see work as play, change your language. Don’t say, “I have to do XYZ,” but instead say, “I choose to do XYZ.” Remember, nobody is forcing you to be the best version of yourself.
• Focus on a few main principles for lasting motivation. These include not waiting for a right time, taking baby steps, working from intrinsic motivation, avoid temptation outright, cutting distractions, monitoring impulses with mindfulness, visualizing in detail our goal, getting comfortable with being uncomfortable, and allowing our future selves to advise and guide our present selves.
• Finally, the most important may be to recognize that you will slip up, but will always be ready to forgive, learn from mistakes, and move on to be better next time.
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00:04:19.310 Technique #11 Building Strong Connections
00:10:44.010 Technique #12 Planning For The Switches
00:15:42.670 Technique #13 How To Make Chunks
00:18:57.520 Pavlov And His Dogs
00:27:55.870 Deep Processing
00:28:55.230 Technique #15 Effective Study Methods
• We can improve our capacity to learn and memorize by working with our brain’s innate abilities. Learning is possible for everyone – we just need to use the right strategies.
• Help your brain to have a better recall by weaving a strong neural network that makes as many neural connections between ideas as possible. Connect new pieces of information to as many other pieces of information as you can to cement it in your memory.
• There are two thinking modes – diffuse and focused. We naturally switch between these as our brain alternates effort and rest. Plan for and support these switched by scheduling breaks according to your own biological rhythms.
• The brain can only remember so much information, but it can effectively remember more if you chunk that information. You can chunk by finding narratives, making mind maps or looking for meaningful connections and associations to organize data into simpler units.
• Pavlov famously trained his dogs using classical conditioning. We can do the same when we deliberately plant cues for ourselves and build associations between stimuli and desired behaviors.
• Bad associations from early schooling can undermine our learning. We can undo these by thinking creatively and finding novel ways to bring fun to our own processes, whether we study formally or on our own.
• Finally, deep processing is about the rich understanding we have of a topic rather than a superficial grasp. We need to learn to read for deep comprehension and understanding, which we can test by explaining concepts to others. We are far more likely to retain content if we process content deeply.
AdultLearning #Blumberg #BrainChanging #ExploringConnections #BuildingStrongConnections #Chunking #Cramming #Creativity #EducationCurriculums #ElisondoRonoldoDinaudo #EnzoGray #FANBOYS #HernikJaworska #InformationRetrieval #IvanPavlov #KalludiPunjaRaoDhar #Kalyanasundaram #MindMappingTechnique #OwensTanner #VisualAids #RussellNewton #NewtonMG #PeterHollins #TheScienceofSelf #HowTheBrainLearns
Legendary Self-Discipline: Lessons from Mythology and Modern Heroes on Choosing the Right Path Over the Easy Path By Peter Hollins
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00:01:31.630 In Greek mythology, Pandora was the first human female
00:14:21.940 Daedalus was a master inventor and designer
00:37:27.370 The Monkey’s Paw and the dangers of shortcuts
00:50:37.069 Hercules and the Twelve Labors and embracing hardship
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Fight temptation, tame your impulses, and learn to persevere.
We know we should use self-discipline, just like we know we should budget more wisely, or eat more healthy. But just because we know about something doesn’t mean we know how to do it.
See role model; copy role model. It's the quickest path from Point A to Point B.
Legendary Self-Discipline teaches you tough lessons in clear ways. Want to learn to resist distraction, push through your pain, and embrace a life of hardship yet ultimate fulfillment? The ancient Greeks were onto something. Not only that - we’ll dive into a few more modern role models to emulate, and understand how we can cope with the difficulties of life, yet never stop and keep on going.
This book imparts a multitude of lessons in two sections. The first section is on mythology and seeing willpower and great hardship play out - this allows you to understand the best mindset. The second section is on real-life titans of self-discipline and perseverance - this shows you what is truly possible.
How to keep going when the going gets tough.
Peter Hollins has studied psychology and peak human performance for over a dozen years and is a bestselling author. He has worked with a multitude of individuals to unlock their potential and path towards success. His writing draws on his academic, coaching, and research experience.
Learn the willpower lessons that have withstood the test of time.
Pandora’s Box, the 12 labors of Hercules, the story of Arete and Kakia, Icarus and Daedalus, and many more tales to capture your imagination and motivate you to be better. Plus, well-known modern figures such as Victor Frankl, Stephen King, Thomas Edison, and Benjamin Franklin.
Identify the tiny changes you can make for huge results in your life.
Many times, what we want is not complex. You might even call it simple. Yet, it is rarely easy. And that’s because self-discipline holds us back. Our habits, addictions, and limited comfort zone control us. But that’s no way to live. Take inspiration from heroes of old and present-day warriors.
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This is the sixth book in the “Live a Disciplined Life” series, as listed below:
1.The Science of Self-Discipline: The Willpower, Mental Toughness, and Self-Control to Resist Temptation and Achieve Your Goals
2.Finish What You Start: The Art of Following Through, Taking Action, Executing, & Self-Discipline
3.Neuro-Discipline: Everyday Neuroscience for Self-Discipline, Focus, and Defeating Your Brain’s Impulsive and Distracted Nature
4.Mind Over Matter: The Self-Discipline to Execute Without Excuses, Control Your Impulses, and Keep Going When You Want to Give Up
- Practical Self-Discipline
6.Legendary Self-Discipline: Lessons from Mythology and Modern Heroes on Choosing the Right Path Over the Easy Path
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00:06:11 Shunryu Suzuki's book Zen Mind, Beginner's Mind
00:12:23 Seek Out Counterevidence
00:14:45 Reframe Knowledge and Skill as Something Malleable
00:15:55 Invite Awe
00:17:49 “Away From” Versus “Toward” Motivation
00:24:37 Make Your Goals Positive
00:25:30 Mix It Up
00:27:16 Set Interim Goals
• The paradox of expertise is that when we know, we are immediately in a smaller, more limited frame of mind. To embrace humility and curiosity, cultivate a “beginner’s mind.” Build receptivity, curiosity, ambiguity, and playfulness, and be willing to say you don’t know.
• Let go of assumptions and preconceptions, and deliberately seek out counterevidence for the things you believe to be true. With a growth mindset, you can reframe knowledge and skill as something malleable. Finally, invite awe and wonder into your life and immerse yourself in the unknown.
• There are two types of motivation: "Away-from" motivation involves avoiding something undesirable, while "toward" motivation revolves around striving toward a goal. We are all different and motivated by different things, our preferences themselves changing over time. Running away from something works, but it fundamentally contradicts the way that natural talents practice. Instead, frame your goals in positive terms, strike a balance between toward and away-from motivation, and work on interim goals/baby steps.
BeginnersMind #Campanula #HumanGenomeProject #Krishnamurti #Motivation #ReframeKnowledge #SeekOutCounterevidence #SetInterimGoals #Shoshin #ShunryuSuzukis #TowardMotivation #ZenBuddhism #ZenMind #RussellNewton #NewtonMG #PeterHollins #TheScienceofSelf #TheArtofPractice #CultivateABeginner’SMind
Neuro-Habits: Rewire Your Brain to Stop Self-Defeating Behaviors and Make the Right Choice Every Time (Understand Your Brain Better Book 7)
By: Peter Hollins
00:03:42 Let’s take a closer look
00:19:11 The pleasure principle
00:33:12 Habit Formation Psychology
00:55:31 Conscious Psychological Factors
01:00:36 Subconscious Psychological Factors
01:06:13 External Environmental Factors
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Small daily acts to change your brain chemistry and structure - so you can be in control at all times.
Sometimes, it feels like we are living out lives on autopilot, powerless to change what we are doing. But we’re not powerless, we just need to rewire our brains so that the right thing is the easy thing.
Do you feel lazy, slow, unmotivated, or apathetic? Understand your brain, and you will solve all of your problems.
Neuro-Habits gets directly to the root of all behavior: the human brain. We will explore the quirks of the brain that create habits from both a psychological and neurological perspective and what we can do about it. This book also presents an in-depth view of the concept of habits and exactly what motivates us to act.
You will gain a scientifically-proven step-by-step guide on how to change your behavior in a sustainable way, and also make sure that you can put a halt to the destructive behaviors you’ve tried so hard to avoid. This is a guidebook, with actionable content.
Learn how tiny daily changes can affect your brain chemistry and structure.
Peter Hollins has studied psychology and peak human performance for over a dozen years and is a best-selling author. He has worked with a multitude of individuals to unlock their potential and path toward success. His writing draws on his academic, coaching, and research experience.
Transform your negative impulses into positive habits.
Change your habits, change your life.
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00:05:55.340 1. Will this course of action create a gap between my ideal self and my non-desired self?
00:10:28.110 2. Does this action truly represent my intentions?
00:15:04.649 3. Am I merely uncomfortable?
00:18:49.950 4. What would I do if I had no choice but to exercise self-discipline?
00:21:24.029 5. Is “I don’t want to” a good enough excuse to not do something?
00:25:43.800 6. Am I doing the right thing or the easy thing?
00:32:21.180 Here are two options
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• Yes or no? Just a simple answer, please, with no BS. This chapter is all about self-interrogation and digging into your excuses and rationalizations to avoid exercising self-discipline. What follows is typically self-awareness at how casually you view avoiding work. There are six questions to bring clarity. Most are indeed yes/no questions to force you to either admit a harsh truth or take action.
• Will this course of action create a gap between my ideal self and my non-desired self? Alternatively, does this action take me closer or farther from my goals?
• Does this action truly represent my intentions? If not, then what the heck am I doing?
• Am I merely uncomfortable? Am I letting mere discomfort keep me from my goals? Am I so mentally weak?
• What would I do if I had no choice but to exercise self-discipline? Certainly not the worst-case scenario.
• Is “I don’t want to” a good enough excuse to not do something? You may have the ability to use this excuse, but what about those who are never able to take a break and have to act every single time? It’s difficult to feel gratitude and lack self-discipline at the same time.
• Am I doing the right thing or the easy thing? There’s usually only one path to what you want, and it’s not typically an easy one.
• Is there a real obstacle to my goal that I can’t overcome? This focuses you on the fact that most of the time, the so-called obstacle is not the problem, but our attitude is. If we wanted to do it, no obstacle would stop us, and if we didn’t want to do it, we wouldn’t, even if there we zero obstacles.
• What is the outcome of this action if I continue along this path? Switch your focus away from instant gratification and see how a decision plays out over time, from ten minutes to ten years into the future. When you choose something, you are also choosing the consequences of that thing, even if those consequences don’t kick in for a while.
The Science of Introverts: Explore the Personality Spectrum for Self-Discovery, Self-Awareness, & Self-Care. Design a Life That Fits. By Peter Hollins
00:11:04 The Extrovert Ideal.
00:23:45 What Lies Between
00:33:51 Introvert or Highly Sensitive?
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Discover the hidden causes behind your behaviors and habits. Stop trying to impersonate someone you’re not.
We use the terms introvert and extrovert constantly. We use them to label ourselves and everyone we know. But what do they really mean? How much of so-called common knowledge is misconceptions and stereotypes?
The Science of Introverts will uncover everything you never knew about yourself and others, and will teach you how to take advantage of who you are and capitalize on your unique strengths.
Feel comfortable and confident in your own skin.
Think of The Science of Introverts as the most actionable textbook you’ve ever come across. It is filled with breakthrough and fascinating studies regarding introversion, extroversion, and personality in general -- and the lessons we can take and use to enrich our lives and feel more comfortable in our unique identities. You will begin a journey of self-discovery and find practical knowledge about yourself.
The backbone of the book is a deep dive into the science of personality, with over 30 studies synthesized, including the most recent and up-to-date research on the biology of introversion and personality.
Learn self-care and how to strategically manage your social capacity.
Peter Hollins has studied psychology and peak human performance for over a dozen years and is a bestselling author. He has worked with dozens of individuals to unlock their potential and path towards success. His writing draws on his academic, coaching, and research experience. He’s also a massive introvert – this book is written for introverts by an introvert.
Stop feeling pressure or obligated to be someone you’re not .
•An analysis of the major personality types and the difference in habits and behaviors they create. Also covers the concept of the HSP.
•The scientific basis for introversion and extroversion - and how they affect you.
•How to change your personality to be happier. Yes, really.
•An action guide for introverts to succeed socially even when they want isolation.
•Countless scientific discoveries about how introverts see the world and function differently.
Find solitude in our loud world without becoming a social hermit.
When you can understand what is pulling you in different directions, you can take charge and design a life that suits your needs, whims, and desires. This goes beyond social situations and into every aspect of your life. Knowing yourself is the key to moving towards a life you want.
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This is the second book in the “Understand Your Brain Better” series as listed below:
1.Brain Blunders: Uncover Everyday Illusions and Fallacies, Defeat Your Flawed Thinking Habits, And Think Smarter (Or Just Less Stupidly)
2.The Science of Introverts: Explore the Personality Spectrum for Self-Discovery, Self-Awareness, & Self-Care. Design a Life That Fits.
3.Psychological Triggers: Human Nature, Irrationality, and Why We Do What We Do. The Hidden Influences Behind Our Actions, Thoughts, and Behaviors.
4.Think Like Einstein: Think Smarter, Creatively Solve Problems, and Sharpen Your Judgment. How to Develop a Logical Approach to Life and Ask the Right Questions
5.The Science of Breaking Out of Your Comfort Zone: How to Live Fearlessly, Seize Opportunity, and Make Each Day Memorable
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00:04:11 •Novel skills
00:06:43 •Play games and solve puzzles
00:12:11 •Meditation.
00:14:41 •Resisting temptation.
00:18:57 •Reappraisal
00:20:11 •Distinguishing between emotions and reality
00:21:10 •Distinguishing between ideas and reality
00:25:23 •Memory games
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• The brain can prefer repetition and habit. Get out of autopilot by using novelty to get out of the default node network. Learn something new, do games and puzzles and attempt things in a novel way.
• Executive skills are those that allow us to exert fine control over our behavior. We can develop our self-control by using mediation to bring us to the moment despite distraction and a wandering mind. Resisting temptation becomes easier with practice, and strengthens our executive function.
• We can improve our emotional regulation by having CBT or cognitive behavioral therapy. We can reappraise situations and our emotional responses, distinguishing between perception and reality, and empowering proactive choice.
• Finally, we can boost our brain’s recall limitations by practicing N-back tasks and other memory games that strengthen our working memory.
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Mental Models: 30 Thinking Tools that Separate the Average From the Exceptional. Improved Decision-Making, Logical Analysis, and Problem-Solving. By Peter Hollins
00:14:50 It's called the Eisenhower Matrix
00:24:03 MM - Visualize All the Dominoes
00:35:24 MM - Make Reversible Decisions
00:49:22 MM - Stay Within 40-70%
00:53:24 MM - Minimize Regret
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30 Practical and applicable guidelines to think smarter, faster, and with expert insight (even if you aren’t one).
Mental models are like giving a treasure map to someone lost in the woods. They provide instant understanding, context, and most importantly, a path to the end destination. Now imagine having such a map for all problems and decisions in your life.
Battle information overwhelm, focus on what really matters, and make complex decisions with speed and confidence.
Mental Models: 30 Thinking Tools sheds light on true intelligence: it’s not about knowledge and knowing the capitals of all the countries in the world. It’s about how you think, and each mental model is a specific framework on how to think smart and with insight. You can approach the world by trying to analyze each piece of information separately, or you can learn mental models that do the work for you.
Learn how billionaires/CEOs, Olympic athletes, and scientists think differently and avoid mistakes.
Peter Hollins has studied psychology and peak human performance for over a dozen years and is a bestselling author. He has worked with a multitude of individuals to unlock their potential and path towards success. His writing draws on his academic, coaching, and research experience.
The person with a hammer only sees nails. Become the person with a hammer, saw, sander, drill, screwdriver, and axe.
•How to balance information and action without sacrificing speed - MM #3 and #5.
•Understanding what data is really telling you - MM #8 and #10.
•Charles Darwin’s secret to clear and honest thinking - MM #11.
Mental models for all walks of life: productivity, professional success, greater happiness, critical thinking, and decision-making.
•Understanding correlation, causation, root causation, and proximate causation - MM #15 and #16.
•Implementing anti-goals to find real priorities and focus - MM #19 and #23.
•Being able to predict the future with basic probabilistic thinking - MM #10 and #25.
•How to strategically allocate your time and resources for biggest impact - MM #27 and #30.
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This book is the first book in the “Mental Models for Better Living” series as listed below:
-Book 1: Mental Models: 30 Thinking Tools that Separate the Average From the Exceptional. Improved Decision-Making, Logical Analysis, and Problem-Solving.
-Book 2: Mental Models: 16 Versatile Thinking Tools for Complex Situations: Better Decisions, Clearer Thinking, and Greater Self-Awareness
-Book 3: The Art of Intentional Thinking: Master Your Mindset. Control and Choose Your Thoughts. Create Mental Habits to Fulfill Your Potential (Second Edition)
-Book 4: Think With Intention: Reprogram Your Mindset, Perspectives, and Thoughts. Control Your Fate and Unlock Your Potential.
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00:01:48 Lev Vygotsky
00:10:57 Seek out a More Knowledgeable Other (MKO)
00:13:28 The Yerkes–Dodson Law
00:22:14 Find the Optimal Challenge Level
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• The difference between actual competence and potential competence is called the “zone of proximal development,” where you can achieve with the help of a more knowledgeable other. Working within this sweet spot can help you optimize your practice.
• The Yerkes–Dodson law shows that performance improves with moderate pressure, reaches a peak, but declines if pressure becomes too high or too low. Try to find the optimal stress and challenge level, which may change over time.
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The Brain Mechanic: How to Optimize Your Brain for Peak Mental Performance, Neurogrowth, and Cognitive Fitness (Think Smarter, Not Harder Book 10) By: Peter Hollins
00:02:44 Get Moving and Sweating.
00:13:06 Bend and Stretch (Your Brain).
00:22:52 Express Yourself Physically.
00:56:59 How to Do a Dopamine Detox.
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Sorry, you can’t actually “train your brain.” But you can force it to adapt, grow, and perform to it’s full potential.
The brain is the seat of our consciousness, identity, and higher thoughts. But it is also a flesh and blood machine that can wear down, grow tired, and malfunction. Learn how to prevent this and be your best.
Become quicker, sharper, smarter, more observant.
THE BRAIN MECHANIC is a guide to how to revitalize, polish, and fix-up your brain. The truth is, you’re probably underperforming mentally. It’s not personal, it’s just how you’re wired. This book provides a series of steps and plans for you to get on track to your best thinking days.
Drawing from the most recent, up-to-date research on brain health.
Peter Hollins has studied psychology and peak human performance for over a dozen years and is a bestselling author. He has worked with a multitude of individuals to unlock their potential and path towards success. His writing draws on his academic, coaching, and research experience.
Understand the everyday forces that fundamentally change your brain.
•The deep connection (and surprising) between the body and the mind.
•Everyday actions and habits to increase focus, discipline, and critical thinking.
•The emotional power of social bonds and ties, and how they empower us.
•Why we need breaks, and what we should actually do for a mental rest.
•Neuroplasticity - the real brain training - and how to do it daily.
•The vagus nerve and how it makes or breaks your sense of calm.
Fine-tune your thinking. Be your brain’s mechanic.
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00:06:42 Jia Jiang gave a popular TED Talk
00:10:15 The Perfectionist.
00:11:34 The Intimidated.
00:13:00 The Environment Blamer.
00:14:12 The Defeatist.
00:19:53 Brian Wansink of Cornell University
00:22:44 Further Considerations
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• Aside from knowledge of the cycle and what you tend to fall prey to, there are specific ways to deal with four of the five phases of the cycle. Regarding unhelpful assumptions, instead embody the empowering belief of the forty percent rule. Regarding discomfort, Change your expectations and actively practice discomfort to build your mental toughness. Regarding excuses, learn how to reframe your excuses and stop falling into the common traps and self-lies. Regarding avoidance activities, it’s a matter of out of sight, out of mind; if you cannot find distractions, you cannot avoid.
• Other general considerations for beating the cycle of lacking self-discipline are creating goals to reduce discomfort and improve time management, and developing skills to stop making excuses so frequently. Beat the cycle!
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41 Self-Discipline Habits: For Slackers, Avoiders, & Couch Potatoes By: Peter Hollins
00:04:05 Start on a Monday
00:08:23 Never Skip Two Days in a Row
00:12:25 Monitor Your Progress
00:16:28 Put Your Goals Where You Can See Them
00:20:34 Visualize Your Outcome
00:27:27 Chapter 2: Focus on Habits Replace Old Habits
00:31:39 Eat Well, Eat Regularly
00:36:28 Exercise Body ... and Mind
00:41:01 Fine Tune Your Mornings
00:49:51 Make Room for Breaks, Treats, and Rewards
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Stop self-defeating behaviors and act with intention. You’ll thank yourself later.
What you receive in life is dictated by your self-discipline. The more you have, the more you get. Will you settle for less than you desire? Get your habits into shape and start living the life that you want.
How to make willpower automatic, second nature, and habitual.
41 Self-Discipline Habits is not a textbook on self-discipline, nor is it a gentle and drawn-out discussion. It is a toolbox to keep you in motion and in action towards your goals. It pulls no punches as it provides direct techniques to ensure that your actions match your intentions - a difficult task. 41 techniques. Not bad, right?
Self-discipline is not about grinding it out from morning until night. Let’s work smarter and accomplish more with less effort.
Tools to get started, keep going, overcome distractions, and follow through every single time.
Peter Hollins has studied psychology and peak human performance for over a dozen years and is a bestselling author. He has worked with a multitude of individuals to unlock their potential and path towards success. His writing draws on his academic, coaching, and research experience.
Gain self-awareness and cultivate your determination and tenacity. Immediate action has never been so easy.
•Learn the main emotional, psychological, and biological obstacles you are battling
•Understand and break the cycle of apathy that keeps you from achieving your goals
•Confront yourself with a series of direct questions that force self-awareness and action
•An insightful method for working with goals and visions that is super actionable
•How to control your mood and make yourself productive on command
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00:04:58 However, other chronotypes have been identified by Dr. Breus (2016, The Power of When)
00:13:58 •Extrinsic motivation
00:15:27 •Intrinsic motivation
00:18:39 •Gamification
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• There are countless scientifically proven techniques and methods for getting the most out of our brains.
• Technique 1 works with your innate circadian, ultradian and infradian rhythms and plans activities according to when your body is best primed to handle them. Find your unique body clock rhythms (chronotype) by observing your ebb and flow of energy, and then schedule tasks accordingly.
• Our brains prefer easy and fun things, and this preference for instant gratification can lead to procrastination. We can get around this by deliberately making tasks appear more interesting and fun, such as by breaking them into chunks, using extrinsic or intrinsic rewards, or gamifying the process.
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Rapid Knowledge Acquisition & Synthesis: How to Quickly Learn, Comprehend, and Apply, and Master New Information and Skills (Learning how to Learn Book 11) By Peter Hollins
00:02:43 It’s Not About Smarts
00:11:24 Maybe It’s All About Avoiding Failure
00:19:23 More Effective Goal Formation
00:22:05 Style, Format, and Sources
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From novice to expert: tools and techniques to make your learning faster, deeper, and stronger.
Time to master the most important meta-skill of all: learning. Too bad you didn’t have this book years ago!
Scientifically-proven, step-by-step methods for effective absorption, retention, and comprehension.
Rapid Knowledge Acquisition & Synthesis is a collection of the very best methods to get ahead of the typical learning curve. You’ll learn how to create an environment for information absorption at shocking speeds. From scientifically-validated tips to best practices of some of the world’s smartest polymaths, you’ll get it all. Faster, deeper, stronger.
Directly from one of self-education's thought leaders.
Peter Hollins has studied psychology and peak human performance for over a dozen years and is a bestselling author. He has worked with a multitude of individuals to unlock their potential and path towards success. His writing draws on his academic, coaching, and research experience.
Clear guidelines for every stage of the learning process.
•The most common obstacles of learning and how to overcome them.
•Single loop learning, double loop learning, and how to fundamentally change your comprehension mindset.
•Best practices for reading, note-taking, absorbing knowledge, and making things stick inside your brain.
•The most strategic questions to ask that will make information become memorable and 3d.
•Dual coding, REM sleep, shifting locations, the efficacy of variety, and catching your own blind spots.
Unlock the most important meta-skill of all: learning.
Make yourself recession-proof, upgrade-proof, competition-proof, absent-minded-proof, and stagnant-proof.
Rapidly acquire, absorb, and apply anything you come across .
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00:08:03 Reverse the Practice Order
00:10:09 Embrace the Growth Mindset
00:11:20 Be Aware of Cognitive Biases
00:14:53 The Stages of Mastery
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• Energy isn’t infinite; we need to be strategic to make the best use of it. Energy tends to be higher at the start of a session, so practice the more challenging tasks first. Aim for skills that are about five to ten percent above the current maximum skill level. Be willing to push outside your comfort zone.
• Learning proceeds through four stages: unconscious incompetence, conscious incompetence, conscious competence, and unconscious competence—pitch your efforts according to the needs and skills of the level you’re at.
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00:02:57 The Cycle of Laziness
00:06:31 Unhelpful Assumptions or Made-Up Rules
00:09:59 Increasing Discomfort
00:11:27 Making Excuses
00:13:11 Avoidance
00:14:58 Negative and Positive Consequences
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• It can be tempting to think of your self-discipline as isolated incidents that you must overcome. This would be a mistake. Self-discipline does not exist in a vacuum and is highly dependent on five factors that make up the cycle of self-discipline. Or, more accurately, the cycle of laziness.
• The phases are unhelpful assumptions (“Life is short, so I should enjoy it and not spend my precious time washing that dusty car!”); increasing discomfort from knowingly avoiding responsibility (“I’d rather not wash the car. It’s boring and uncomfortable.”); excuses to decrease discomfort (“It’s perfectly reasonable for me not to wash the car. It’s so hot outside I would melt.”); avoidance activities to decrease discomfort (“I will clean the bathroom instead. I’m still productive!”); and negative and positive consequences from avoiding responsibility (“Ah, I feel better about myself now. Oh, wait. I still need to wash that car . . .”)—at which point you find yourself right back at the beginning, except with less willpower and incentive than before because negative consequences create pessimism, while positive consequences create self-sabotage.
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00:01:58 •Scheduling
00:04:18 •Time boxing
00:05:23 •Eliminating distractions
00:08:27 •Single task at a time
00:09:13 •Using flow states
00:14:46 •Halo effect
00:15:27 •Anchoring effect
00:15:57 •Bandwagon effect
00:16:19 •Familiarity bias
00:18:46 •Recognize that you might be susceptible to bias
00:19:14 •Consider the opposite
00:19:37 •Seek contrary perspectives, evidence, and opinions
00:20:28 •Reframe the problem
00:20:52 •Don’t commit too soon
00:21:17 •Speed and stress don’t help
00:21:44 •Use objective measures
00:25:06 •Find a community that lives your values
00:26:27 •Attach the identity to yourself
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• Brains have limited attentional capacity, and multitasking comes with a switching cost. We can tweak our environment to make the most of our attention and be more productive: we can fine-tune our scheduling strategy, use “time-boxing” and cut down on distractions. It’s easier to get into a “flow state” when we focus on one task at a time without distraction.
• Cognitive biases are distortions in our judgments and perceptions, and can undermine our ability to think clearly, especially if they’re unconscious. To make more objective decisions, acknowledge that you may be susceptible to bias, seek contrary perspectives, reframe the problem and don’t act in haste.
• Finally, we can use our need for identity to support good habit formation by seeking communities with shared values and deliberately attaching that identity to ourselves.
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00:02:47 The Deliberate Practice Roadmap
00:05:51 1. Naive Practice
00:06:35 2. Purposeful Practice
00:07:23 3. Deliberate Practice
00:10:47 1. Find a Teacher or Substitute Teacher
00:12:16 2. Assess Your Limits
00:13:13 3. Set a Reaching SMART Goal
00:14:08 4. Practice with Focus
00:15:03 5. Get Feedback
00:17:31 Slow Practice
00:19:34 How to Apply Slow Practice
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• To learn effectively, you need more than talent. You need a solid plan of attack, the right mindset, and plenty of contingency planning—i.e., you need to learn how to learn.
• Not all practice is created equal. There are three types: naive, purposeful, and deliberate practice, the latter being most effective. This is where we act deliberately in a well-defined field with clear distinctions between experts and novices, with a skilled coach providing tailored practice strategies and feedback.
• The deliberate practice roadmap is a reiterative spiral: It begins with finding a teacher, then entails assessing your limits, setting SMART goals, focused practice, and feedback . . . and then it repeats.
• Slow practice is practicing a sequence at a slower tempo first and gradually increasing the speed to reach the desired performance level.
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00:04:00 The pleasure principle
00:14:18 Time Orientation
00:21:51 “Baseball’s Great Experiment: Your 2017 World Series Champs."
00:24:02 It’s Up to You
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• Another aspect of being unable to move past the present moment and plan for the future is how the neurotransmitter dopamine influences our actions. Humans abide by the pleasure principle; we seek pleasure and avoid pain whenever possible, even subconsciously. Acting self-disciplined very rarely brings you pleasure, and most of the time it actively brings some measure of pain or at least discomfort. That’s a problem. We must change the way we think about pleasure and pain, and who we want to benefit the most: in most cases, your future self.
• Time orientation is yet another problem with self-discipline. Some of us are present-oriented—this will not serve you well because you won’t be able to act in the best interests of future you. Others of us are future-oriented—we think about what we want in the future and work backward to create it. This perspective meshes much better with self-discipline. In the fable of the ant and the grasshopper, the diligent ant is future-oriented and survives the winter, while the hedonistic grasshopper is present-oriented and starves.
• In the end, despite all these obstacles, whether or not you have self-discipline is up to you. This is in a literal sense—the placebo effect has shown that however much you believe you have, that’s what you’ll have. This is empowering and freeing because it means there is nothing between you and what you want—besides you. It’s up to you. This is actually ultimate freedom, not restriction, as self-discipline is sometimes framed. Take it as a challenge to be overcome.
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• Improving our lives is difficult primarily because we lack the knowledge of how to do so and the right tools. But it’s also intrinsically difficult because of our brain’s natural weaknesses and flaws.
• We can use scientifically proven general strategies for helping us achieve our goals, given our brain’s drawbacks.
• One issue is that we cannot force our way out of acquired habit by willpower alone, and we cannot use neural connections that simply aren’t there. But we can build connections with every repetition until it becomes automatic. Behaviors consist of triggers, routines and rewards. We can work with this habit loop and re-engineer the habits we already have, so the desired behavior becomes easy and automatic – with time! Consistency is key.
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00:01:09 “What’s wrong with me?"
00:01:20 Step 1: Notice How Your Body Feels
00:02:26 Step 2: Notice Areas Of Tension
00:03:22 Step 3: Get Specific
00:05:20 Step 4: Analyze Your Mind Map
00:08:14 Step 5: Make A Resolution Remember the power of action.
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• NLP’s rewind technique is similar and helps combat PTSD by rebooting the neurochemical pathways of the traumatized brain. An association is identified and a mismatch experience set up, where the person dwells in a safe place while watching the traumatic memory play out as though on a TV. They then experience the situation again and again, but in reverse, so they land up in a place before the trauma happened.
• By reliving traumatic events, you expose yourself to trauma but in a physically dissociative way, and so you eventually fade the emotional component.
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00:11:14 5 Mental Hindrances to Self-Discipline
00:15:29 Animosity And Malice.
00:16:43 Apathy And Laziness.
00:17:29 Anxiety And Remorse.
00:18:17 Hesitation, Disbelief, And Uncertainty.
• Self-discipline is the act of putting mind over matter and dictating exactly what your actions and behaviors are. But control over the mind is like saying you want to take a casual stroll to the surface of the sun. It’s not easy and must be reined in constantly for you to even have a chance of self-discipline. As it turns out, there are many obstacles to acting disciplined and controlling yourself.
• Buddhism teaches five mental hindrances to self-discipline: giving in to the five senses, animosity and malice, apathy and laziness, anxiety and remorse, and hesitation and doubt. The common thread is that they all require immediate and urgent attention, even if it is fabricated urgency. When you are so focused on the now, the later that self-discipline serves becomes wholly unimportant.
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00:03:27 Eleanor Maguire did the classic study
00:08:54 We now know that strengthening one connection can weaken others
00:10:12 •Physical activity
00:10:48 •Sleep
00:11:38 •Diet and nutrition
00:13:22 •Omega-3 supplements
00:13:39 •Consistency
00:16:07 Stress
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• Neuroplasticity is the brain’s ability to change and adapt to reflect demands from the environment. This means that neural connections can be “rewired,” and the brain can evolve, adapt, and change, not just in childhood but throughout life.
• Many things affect neuroplasticity, such as stress, physical activity, sleep, illness, diet and other lifestyle factors. If we understand how to work with our brain’s innate capacity to change itself, we can use specially designed techniques to maximize on our potential.
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00:06:01 Four Steps to Letting Your Inner Sage Take Charge
00:12:54 Systematic Desensitization
00:19:06 Pick a Relaxation Technique
00:23:18 Construct Your Ladder
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• “Coping ahead” is a DBT technique that lets us mentally rehearse and prepare for a challenging future event so we can cope better. We identify the potentially triggering situation, identify our skills and resources, then visualize and rehearse ourselves coping calmly, relaxing while we let our inner sage direct us.
• Systematic desensitization therapy is used to treat things like anxiety, phobias, OCD, and PTSD. By pairing graded exposure with relaxation techniques, old conditioning and associations are broken and new ones formed.
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• Everyone encounters stress, disappointment, loss, and even trauma. Genuine resilience comes from knowing how to manage and cope. ACT’s cognitive defusion is a way to gain psychological distance from overwhelming emotions so they can be managed. Distancing language, visualization, labeling, or the “leaves on a stream” exercise can help.
• We can choose how to relate to our thoughts and feelings in different situations. We can choose not to fuse, bond, or identify with transient sensations. We can accept thoughts without clinging to or resisting them or feeling compelled to react.
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00:09:31 Gabe Zicherman, author of Gamification by Design
00:09:45 Essential Elements of Gamification and How to Apply Them to Your Own Learning Routines
00:10:13 Goals and Rewards
00:15:37 Problem-Solving
00:20:06 Feedback and Fun
00:26:09 Chapter Takeaways
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• Gamification has become increasingly popular as it is proven to be an effective approach to learning by enhancing motivation, engagement, retention, and performance. By incorporating game elements into lectures, students are motivated to engage with course materials more deeply and understand/retain information better.
• Gamification uses game principles like goals and quests to help people learn better. For example, you can create a quest for yourself to master a course by studying three hours each day until the exam date.
• To make things easier, you can map out the entire chunk of time you have available between your starting and end points, and break down every topic into smaller chunks. You can set up rewards for yourself if you complete your daily tasks on time. The more you use gamification techniques in order to study, the more confident and motivated you will feel about passing your exam.
• When we think of quests in games, we often associate them with getting a new high score or beating a boss, but these concepts can be applied to something like studying for an exam too. Rules in video games teach valuable lessons in problem-solving and planning that can be applied to any real-life situation.
• Begin by viewing yourself as a survivor tackling tasks, solving puzzles, opening doors to secret lairs, and finding goals. As you gamify your situation, the primary impediment to achieving your goal becomes the challenge as you try to discover a way around it to go on.
• Points, leaderboards, badges, and awards can be used for positive feedback. For completing little but significant tasks that help you reach your larger objective, points may be given. Badges are an excellent approach to provide yourself with immediate feedback.
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00:02:34 The Feynman technique
00:04:44 Step 1: Identify Your Subject
00:06:00 Step 2: Teach What You Know to a Child
00:08:45 Step 3: Locate Your Knowledge Gaps
00:10:46 Step 4: Tell a Story
00:13:06 Can You Use this Technique for Everything?
00:18:25 How to Visualize Your Data
00:21:34 The Feynman-Tufte Principle
00:25:31 Understanding the Hierarchy of Ideas
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• The more you teach an idea, the deeper your understanding of it. The more deeply you understand it, the better you are at teaching it to others. The Feynman technique for teaching, learning, and communicating is essentially a breakdown of the scientist’s personal thought processes and mental models.
• First, identify your subject and write down what you know. Then teach what you know to a child in your own words using clean language and simplified conceptions—be brief and anticipate questions. This will allow you to identify gaps in your learning. Address these, and as you learn, “tell a story” and construct a linear narrative using analogies, metaphor, and vivid, unusual language. This approach applies to any area of inquiry, not just science.
• Finally, be cognizant of the different levels of understanding in the hierarchy of ideas. All the intellectual efforts man makes proceed at different levels of explanation and understanding. Know which level you’re on and become curious about the connections between levels. This will increase your insight and problem-solving ability. The appropriate level of inquiry is usually the one that helps you solve the problem you currently have.
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00:02:28 John Bolby
00:05:01 Dismissive Avoidant
00:06:11 Fearful Avoidant
00:15:45 Bolster Your Self Esteem
00:18:09 Reconsider Your Boundaries
00:18:38 Part Two reparenting Yourself
00:30:31 Step Five
00:33:50 Part Three transactional Analysis
00:51:40 Eric Byrne's Transactional Analysis
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• If we want to know who we are now and why we are that way, we need to look at what came before, i.e., our childhoods. Bowlby outlined different styles of infant attachment (secure attachment, dismissive-avoidant, and fearful-avoidant) and showed how each shaped the adult’s relationship patterns. We can become aware of and take responsibility for our attachment styles as adults, in the present. Working on self-esteem and having relationships with people with secure attachment styles are ways we can mitigate our early programming.
• You can also heal wounds from the past by “reparenting,” which is consciously choosing to provide yourself as an adult with everything you weren’t provided with as a child. With visualization, our present-day adult goes back to engage with and heal their inner child. Become aware, conjure up the inner child, and dialogue with them, truly listening to what they say. Then commit to giving them what they need.
• It’s important to apply the lessons learned in real life—for example, by setting boundaries or embracing healthier habits and routines.
• Eric Berne’s transactional analysis is another way to understand our ingrained and stereotypical relationship patterns. Berne outlined three ego states we can occupy: parent, child, and adult. These unconscious patterns shape the “games” we play, but with conscious awareness, we can shift into a more neutral adult ego state.
• It’s worthwhile asking yourself what role you most often play and what games recur in your life so that you can consciously choose something different.
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• According to Dr. John Dunlosky, the most effective active learning strategies are: active recalling, testing and evaluating yourself, reflecting and questioning, repeated exposure, and just in time learning.
• Each person needs to determine which approach works best for them based on their preferred method of processing information. In order to learn effectively, it is important to participate in an activity related to what you are trying to learn about rather than passively consuming information.
• Many students find that annotating their study materials with highlighter pens or writing in the margins boosts their concentration and learning. You can approach the material critically by reflecting and questioning. Ask yourself: did any parts inspire awe, anger, or confusion? You can also generate a large number of ideas by brainstorming and ideating; they can aid you in generating a large number of ideas in a short amount of time.
• Try incorporating game aspects such as point systems, leaderboards, badges, or other game-related elements into "conventional" learning exercises to increase engagement and motivation. Discuss and participate in peer reviews to receive some constructive feedback. You can also hire an expert or a coach to help you break down your learning goals into sizable digestible chunks. Get some hands-on experience (experiential learning) to solidify those concepts.
• Take ample breaks in between learning sessions and take your time in learning new concepts. Repetition is key, and you have to consistently interact with information until perfectly understood. Active recall is a technique for memorizing that involves transferring information from short-term memory to long-term memory; using flashcards is one approach to practice active recall and spaced repetition. Keep on testing yourself to make sure you understand the information.
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00:04:44 The Law of the Instrument
00:09:05 How to Develop Better Mental Models
00:09:50 To develop your ability to use and create better models, try the following: Expose Yourself to a Variety of Ideas The key is variety.
00:10:40 Always Connect
00:11:24 Cultivate Metacognition
00:16:43 In the Lankavatara (a third- or fourth-century Mahayana Buddhist sutra), there is a passage
00:23:55 How to Make Your Own Analogies
00:29:39 How to Teach Like Feynman
00:30:24 The Protégé Effect
00:37:29 How to Explain Anything to Anyone
00:39:07 I is for Introduce
00:40:00 R is for Relate
00:40:31 A is for Apply
00:41:29 D is for Demonstrate
00:42:05 E is for Examine
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• A model is a map of reality and a scaled down, simplified representation of something in the world. Feynman’s genius rested on the power of his mental models and maps of reality and his ability to switch between them. Kaplan’s law of the instrument says that “when all you have is a hammer, every problem looks like a nail.” To better solve problems, have more tools in your inventory and become better at choosing which one to use when.
• Developing good mental models is not the same as refining your personal worldview or philosophy. It’s about learning to use your own brain as your primary instrument, and use worldviews as secondary instruments. To develop better models, expose yourself to a range of ideas, constantly seek to connect different ideas, and cultivate metacognition.
• Science is a form of imagination that uses language, imagery, metaphor, symbolism, and analogy to engage with reality. We can understand more by connecting the unknown to the known—but without getting confused about what is “finger” and what is “moon”!
• The protégé effect is simply when teaching (or even pretending to teach or preparing to teach) helps us understand our material in a deeper and more insightful way. Use simplified, ordinary language, get your ego out the way, and teach someone else/yourself to get to the heart of a concept.
• The IRADE method is an approach used in physics education, and it stands for introduce, relate, apply, demonstrate, and examine. It can help you not only teach and learn, but communicate your ideas more clearly.
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00:10:24 The Miracle Question
00:17:55 Part Two delving into the Shadows
00:23:58 Accepting The Shadow
00:31:08 Technique Three ask for Feedback
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• Self-therapy is about compassion but also about asking the right questions. The miracle question in particular asks us to imagine that the problem is already solved and to think about what that looks like. This helps us focus on solutions and possibilities. However, it’s important to actually apply these insights and take appropriate action.
• Jung said the human “shadow” contains everything we don’t accept in ourselves, but if we are able to tolerate all our emotions, we have a chance at wholeness and integration of all aspects of ourselves. We can pay attention to disproportionate emotional responses, embrace our imperfection, and take feedback on board, all without shame or blame.
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• Self-learners are able to proactively create their own personal development curriculum, set their own goals, and determine their own syllabus for improvement—whether that’s personally or professionally.
• You need to be clear on your goals, figure out what skills are most urgently needing development, then allow the SMART acronym to help you create a roadmap for the future. Goals should be specific, measurable, achievable, meaningful, and time limited.
• Make a list of resources and be clear about your learning style and where you can access learning materials. Then, create a schedule with realistic deadlines and benchmarks to keep you on track. Roping in others can help keep you accountable. Finally, make sure you are spending some time reflecting on your process, making honest adjustments as you go.
• Deep work is focused, productive work and is a rare skill in our world of distraction. Focusing without distraction allows us to be more deeply creative and solve problems at a higher level. Deep work takes commitment and discipline. Try to clearly define what deep work looks like for you, how to fit it in, its ratio to shallow work, and how to implement it via consistent ritual and habit.
• Deep work needs to be planned for, scheduled, and protected from encroachment. Measure it and adjust accordingly. Understand the amount of deep work you’re aiming for and let nothing interfere with or interrupt it.
• Your unique deep-work philosophy will depend on your personality as well as the nature of the task. Whether your approach is monastic, bimodal, rhythmic, or journalistic, take the time to figure out how best to bring more deep work into your own life and commit to it.
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• The behavioral activation theory approaches the problem on the behavioral level, telling us we need to act to feel better instead of waiting until we feel better to act. Monitor your routine, get in touch with your values and goals, then schedule activities that make you feel good, adjust and reappraising as you go.
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• Personal knowledge management (PKM) is a set of processes that a person uses in their daily activities to collect, categorize, store, search for, retrieve, and share knowledge.
• Creating a "capture habit" is the first step in personal knowledge management, which is important for lifelong learning and freedom. A capture habit involves quickly saving any helpful or inspiring information or ideas that are come across. This can be done by setting up Google Alerts, subscribing to RSS feeds, following social media accounts, etc.
• Once information is gathered, it needs to be properly labeled and organized using a system that makes sense for the task at hand. This will make it easier to find later on when needed. The goal is to make your life easier by understanding and implementing the techniques learned from gathering this information.
• The Zettelkasten method is a notetaking system developed by German sociologist Niklas Luhmann that helps you capture ideas and connect them with one another. It has three essential elements: slips of paper, a filing system, and a mind map. The slips of paper are used to record ideas, thoughts, and information, which are then sorted into different categories and filed accordingly.
• The mind map is used to visualize the relationships between different ideas. In order to make connections between concepts, you can use special strategies like bridge notes or progressive summarization. Bridge notes can be used to connect ideas, index notes to organize ideas, and topic notes to group relevant information or notes together.
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• To think like a scientist, a person needs intrinsic rather than extrinsic motivation. Intrinsic motivation comes from our own valuation of what’s important and meaningful, and a personal sense of satisfaction that comes with defining our own means and ends.
• Be honest and realistic with yourself about what genuinely inspires and motivates you. Evaluate your motivations and goals, reconnect to your passion in life, and consider the greater good you’d like to serve.
• Get into the habit of asking questions, and get comfortable with not knowing. Create your own “curiosity engine” by keeping a journal with your twelve favorite problems written in it. Always seek their solutions in everyday life. With a list of problems/questions, you give yourself a tool with which to face new challenges, and you bring your stress down and your feeling of control and mastery up. You increase your chances of making important connections and solving problems.
• Don’t be afraid to relax into the unintuitive, unconscious, or unexpected ways that new ideas and insights might arrive. Stay curious about what seems strange, unusual, or unexplained.
• To keep himself actively involved in the learning process and to improve his comprehension, Feynman kept a master notebook in which he listed the topics he lacked knowledge about. This kept him organized and focused.
• The most important part of Feynman’s notebook method is to explain the material to yourself as though you were teaching it to another student similar to you. Your ideal notebook will depend on the function you want it to serve.
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• Many mental health problems come down to a lack of awareness of our own thoughts, feelings, and core beliefs. Being your own therapist requires the willingness to be honest, ask questions, and courageously take action according to the insights you glean.
• In CBT, we understand that not all thoughts are for our benefit, and that thoughts, feelings, and actions are all connected. What has been learned can be unlearned, and we can take automatic, negative, unhelpful, and unconscious thoughts and deliberately transform them into conscious, helpful ones that allow us to live the kind of lives we want to live.
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• Feynman was a brilliant scientist because of how he thought, not what he thought. Whatever your vocation, skill set, expertise, special interest, or personal challenges, your life can be improved by learning to learn.
• To see the world anew and without stale old misconceptions, try to look at it as though you were a Martian arriving on Earth for the very first time. What do you see? What would the world look like to you if you had no pre-existing beliefs about it, no biases, no prior understanding to cloud your observations?
• Knowing the arbitrary symbols assigned to a thing is not knowing it. Look beyond language.
• Relaxation, daydreaming, creativity, and fun are not impediments to serious intellectual activity, but an important part of it. Your mind is naturally curious about the world. Curiosity and playfulness is a big part of how it survives and evolves. Work hard, let go, then work hard again. “Serious play” still requires domain knowledge and is focused and purposeful. Burnout can be helped by this kind of play.
• The scientific method is a way to structure our thinking and our approach to observation, gathering data, making predictions and theories, and inching our way closer to truth and understanding using reason and empiricism.
• First make a guess about a new law. Then compute the consequences of the guess, then compare the computation results to nature. If the results disagree with nature, then your guess is wrong, if they agree, you have support for your hypothesis. What you want to be true is irrelevant; a scientist asks a question because they want to know the answer, not because they want to confirm what they already believe is true.
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• It is important to ask the right questions when learning something new, especially if you want to learn it effectively. Empowering questions that are solution-oriented and begin with “how” will help you get started on the right foot. You should also avoid disempowering questions that focus on the negative aspects of a situation and begin with “why.”
• Bloom's taxonomy offers a framework to define and classify the levels of human cognition, from basic to more in-depth thought processing. With self-learning, it is important to know how to self-question based on the following six categories: remembering, understanding, applying, analyzing, evaluating, and creating.
• Remembering knowledge: This stage concentrates on retrieving information from memory that has been obtained through instruction and experience. To do this effectively, try using mnemonics or other memorization techniques.
• Understanding: The second stage of knowledge is all about understanding the material rather than just memorizing it. Try discussing ideas within the material with others or forming connections between that material and related topics.
• Application: The third stage of application is about taking what you have learned and being able to use it in a practical sense outside of lecture settings, such as solving math problems or creating detailed essays/plans.
• Analyzing: The fourth stage of analysis consists of taking the knowledge gained from prior stages and using it to create something original, like writing a story or designing an experiment.
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• Lincoln’s genius traits included intellectual honesty, morality, non-conventionality, and soft skills such as empathy and communication.
• Lincoln had little formal education and had an ordinary background, but was someone who possessed all the skills we associate with genius. He was most talented, perhaps, at working with the genius of others.
• After he was elected president, Lincoln surprised everyone by appointing his “team of rivals” consisting of the men he had beaten in the election, and who often disagreed with him. But with this team, he was able to achieve the enormous accomplishments he is still known for today.
• Like Darwin, Lincoln understood that success and learning come from challenge and the courage to consider alternate and conflicting viewpoints. Lincoln’s cabinet also allowed him to make use of people’s diverse talents.
• Lincoln was also, unlike many in this book, a master at soft skills such as empathy, communication, and the ability to tap into a strong moral code of ethics to power his goals.
• The five genius traits already covered are enhanced and transmitted more effectively when combined with these soft skills, as Lincoln demonstrates. Under his leadership, the Civil War ended with emancipation and the end of slavery, as well as a new and unified national spirit that defined the democratic principles of the country going forward.
• To be like Lincoln, we need to know how to ask for help, to work with others, to engage our critics and competition strategically, and to take even our enemies as our best teachers.
• Lincoln also teaches us the power of connecting not only with our own moral compass, but with other people via their values and principles, to become better communicators and more effective leaders.
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• Through no fault of our own, there are many ways our brains can actively fool us into suboptimal decisions.
• The first cognitive bias is a preference for simplicity and a distrust for complexity. Sadly, life isn’t always so simple. This can lead us to prefer the simpler, more direct option over options that are perceived to be more complex and have hidden factors.
• The second cognitive bias is a reliance on contrast and relative value. This makes us susceptible to terrible decisions because relative value is meaningless to us—the only thing that should matter is objective and absolute value.
• The third cognitive bias is a tendency to avoid losses. The psychological harm of a loss is exponentially that of the psychological benefit of a gain—thus, we seek to avoid losses in decisions whenever possible, even when it is illogical.
• The fourth cognitive bias is a tendency to reduce risk. This is similar to the tendency to avoid losses. We act to reduce risk because it feels psychologically more comfortable and less stressful, despite usually being a poorer decision overall.
• Cognitive biases are actually the most natural and instinctual way of thinking, which is bad news for your decision-making muscle. This chapter represents four more common cognitive biases that will cause suboptimal decisions.
• Confirmation bias is when you see or interpret things only to bolster your pre-existing assumptions and beliefs. This can cause, in a word, blindness.
• The gambler’s fallacy is when you try to find patterns in random, chaotic events that you have no control over. There is a lack of using actual evidence.
• Rosy retrospection is when you emphasize the positive nature of a past experience and apply that incorrect assessment to a current situation. Your biased memory calls the shots here, not your wealth of past experiences.
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• WOOP (Wish, Outcome, Obstacle, and Plan) is an evidence-based intervention that guides you through an investigation of hurdles and barriers while introducing you to goal-setting. This evidence-based approach is great because it allows individuals to create a plan that addresses any difficulties they may face while also considering their desired outcome. Practicing the WOOP method helps to build confidence, increase motivation, and foster a sense of self-efficacy, which can be beneficial when striving to attain personal goals.
• First, identify your wish or goal in detail, being clear about how you know when you’ve achieved it. Consider something in your life that you wish to improve: your career, education, relationships, or anything else. It should be challenging, realistic, and achievable.
• Next, flesh out this outcome in your mind’s eye, visualizing both the good and bad aspects. Visualizing your outcome helps you understand why you want to accomplish this specific goal. Specificity here is important because you won't be nearly as motivated to carry out your ideas if you have a hazy sense of what success would feel like or how your life would improve.
• Carefully consider the obstacles in this plan, being honest and realistic about the unavoidable effort and challenge involved. Consider what it might look and feel like to have your objective met. Spend some time thoroughly imagining, seeing, and feeling what it would be like to achieve the finest potential outcome.
• Finally, make a plan that addresses these obstacles so you’ll know what to do when setbacks occur. This is important because keeping your options open will help you get up when things don’t go your way.
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• Copernicus’s and Galileo’s genius traits included intellectual honesty and non-conventionality.
• Copernicus was an astronomer who has been credited as being the first to put forward the idea of heliocentrism. It was Galileo who popularized and expanded these ideas after Copernicus’s death, but Galileo also had many other accomplishments, including the invention of a telescope and the discovery of many great ideas in astronomy and mathematics.
• Galileo’s ideas directly challenged the predominant religious worldview at the time, earning him scorn and even resulting in him being tried and convicted of heresy. He was forced to retract his statements under penalty of death.
• Galileo may have submitted to the church’s persecution, but his ideas were revived by other scientists in non-Catholic countries, until eventually the heliocentric model was taken as fact by the end of the 18th century.
• Both Galileo and Copernicus possessed an uncommon originality and independence of thought, and pursued facts and evidence despite resistance from others. They both achieved what they did because they were intellectually honest and wiling to pursue what they knew was right.
• We can follow in this spirit by understanding that sometimes success comes with a willingness to be disliked. If we can relinquish ideas of a deterministic fate, own our actions and our agency, and foster self-esteem for who we are, then we are less susceptible to the judgments and criticisms of others.
• To be independent thinkers, we need to lower the value we give to social approval and increase the value we place on our own vision.
• To cultivate courage in ourselves, we can regularly check in with our own values and principles, and align with them always. Many geniuses are powered by an unflinching commitment to their own path. What is yours?
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• We are always battling our laziness in all aspects of life. With decisions, implementing a simple checklist of sorts can help.
• First, travel into the future with the 10/10/10 rule. This implores you to consider three different timelines in the future and how you’ll feel about your decisions at those three points—that is, ten minutes, ten days, and ten months from now. Ideally, you want all three timelines to be positive; if not, can you live with the informed decision that one timeline might be negative or detrimental? This technique will help you play out decisions in your mind, rather than focusing only on immediate results.
• Another mental check-in is to examine whether or not your options are in line with your worldview, and this is accomplished by asking a series of questions that both alleviate you of your blind spots and make clear the reasons you have for engaging in certain actions. There are few absolute, objectively good choices—rather, the right choice is the right choice for us, relative to our values and goals.
• Setting your own arbitrary boundaries can help with decisions because they narrow your options. This gives shape and structure to your decision-making process. You can set limits and use deal breakers or requirements—they all work to clarify your intentions and work more quickly.
• Look beyond pros and cons. Making pro and con lists is usually inaccurate and too subjective, since there’s no way to weigh up each item, and we may be unconsciously biased one way or another.
• Are you satisficing or unknowingly trying to maximize every decision you make? Ninety-nine percent of daily decisions don’t require maximization and suffer greatly from the law of diminishing returns. Satisficing, a combination of satisfaction and sufficing, is the key.
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00:01:11 In 2018, Daniel Pink released a book entitled Drive.
00:03:45 If I ask you to sum up your life with one sentence only, would you be able to do it?
00:08:19 How to Ignite Your Intrinsic Motivation to Reach Your Passion
00:09:09 The Clear Path
00:09:50 Todd Henry, author of The Accidental Creative and Louder Than Words
00:18:57 That is from Peter Holland's book The Lifelong Learner.
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If I asked you to sum up your life with one sentence only, would you be able to do it?
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00:01:22 Let's begin with Nikola Tesla
00:03:10 Both Tesla and Edison shared a passion for lateral thinking
00:04:28 Enter young Serbian scientist Nikola Tesla
00:10:41 If Tesla can teach us the power of switching tasks and taking breaks, what can Edison teach us?
00:11:08 Edison might have lacked in humility and intellectual honesty
00:12:53 Alex Osborne, a thinker considered the father of brainstorming
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• Edison’s genius traits included diverse interests, non-conventional thinking, hard work and self-discipline.
• Tesla’s genius traits included curiosity, non-conventional thinking, and intellectual honesty.
• Edison and Tesla were two inventors engaged in the so-called current wars of the late 1800s. Tesla was an employee of Edison’s, but became his rival when he took new ideas to a competitor, George Westinghouse, and found success there. While Edison had dominated the market with his DC-powered systems, eventually the war was won by Tesla and the new AC electricity.
• Edison was a prolific and productive inventor who also manufactured and marketed his products across the country. His approach was to make gradual improvements to things that already existed, and he eventually amassed over 1000 patents to his name.
• Tesla’s approach was slightly different, in that he was less prolific but more innovative, and able to seize the AC technology wave where Edison could not. Tesla was said to have had his greatest insights away from work, when he was relaxing or out walking.
• Both men were enormously successful individuals, and both possessed many genius traits, including determination, self-discipline, and the willingness to pursue their own interest even when it bucked conventions. Both men were also willing to keep pushing and challenging themselves to be better, rather than settling for mediocrity.
• We can cultivate both Edison’s and Tesla’s approaches into our own lives: firstly we can make sure we have a wide range of interests to switch between, and take regular breaks to refresh our minds and change our perspectives. Secondly, we can use the SCAMPER technique to manipulate our subject and arrive at new ideas and solutions step by step.
• SCAMPER stands for substitute, combine, adapt, magnify or modify, put to other use, eliminate, and rearrange or reverse.
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00:01:16 The Wrap Methodology
00:11:36 The 3 P Technique
00:18:44 The ICE Scoring Model
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• The WRAP method was devised to specifically address blind spots. WRAP stands for widen your options, reality-test, attain distance, and prepare to be wrong. As you can see, these are not typical ways to approach a decision, though they can serve you well because they represent what is likelier to happen in the real world.
• The 3P technique was created by poker player Annie Duke. It consists of preferences, payoffs and probabilities. Preferences refer to your goals and what you’re actually hoping to achieve, payoffs are the potential benefits of different outcomes, and probabilities speaks to the confidence you have in certain predictions of the future. It’s these informed predictions that allow us to make good decisions.
• The ICE scoring model also rests on considering three key components of any decision. The first is impact (the potential for you a choice, idea, action, or decision to serve your main life goals), the second is confidence (how sure you are that this outcome will follow your action, bearing in mind that luck and chance play a role), and ease (how easy it is to make the particular decision). A subjectively good decision is one in which has a high probability of having a high impact on your goals, whilst being easy to achieve. The bad decision is the opposite.
• There is overlap between ICE and 3P, and both have limitations, i.e. they depend on our accurate assessment of the three aspects!
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00:05:53 Passion, according to life coach Susannah Newsonin
00:06:59 Karen Putts explained the five steps of passion
00:12:19 How to Increase Intrinsic
00:13:03 Satisfying Our Basic Psychological
00:13:39 Creating an Environment that Promotes Autonomy
00:16:44 Competence
• Intrinsic motivation is essential for lifelong learning and fuels the desire to keep learning new things, even if it's outside your comfort zone. This innate internal drive is what fuels your passion. Passion itself is a positive energy that you can experience in multiple areas of your life. The most common interpretation of passion in organizational studies is teleological, implying a powerful, purposive motivation to achieve an end goal.
• Intrinsic motivation comes from within and is when you do something because you want to, not because you have to. You're driven by a personal interest or enjoyment in the task itself. For example, learning to bake simply because you enjoy it.
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• No man is an island. Your unique thought patterns and habits are in a constant relationship with the unique thought patterns and habits of those around you. Relationships are shared patterns, and there is no such thing as a toxic person, only toxic patterns, behaviors, and relationships.
• All relationships are occasionally difficult, but toxic relationships amplify and recreate negativity in a way that is destructive and unhealthy for all parties involved. Focus on recurring dynamics and patterns rather than specific isolated behaviors, be accountable, and ask how your core beliefs are manifesting in the relationship.
• If you are bringing toxic patterns to a relationship, make a list of the behaviors, understand the function they are serving, put the pattern in context, then commit to making changes internally and externally.
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• Descartes’ genius traits included intellectual honesty, curiosity, diverse interests, and non-conventional thinking.
• French-born Rene Descartes is widely considered the father of Western philosophy, and greatly advanced many metaphysical concepts still in use today.
• Descartes genius was to start, like Socrates, from a point of complete ignorance, i.e. to begin in absolute doubt and work his way to true knowledge one step at a time, using rational and logical thought.
• In 1641 he published his Meditations on First Philosophy, the first three meditations of which are designed as exercises to help a person use the “method of doubt” to discard false beliefs (meditation 1), find those beliefs that could not possibly be false (meditation 2) and devise some rock-solid criteria for what constitutes true knowledge (meditation 3).
• This approach is essentially an early form of the scientific method, as it outlines a path to true knowledge by removing everything that can be doubted and focusing on that which cannot logically be false, and therefore must be true. It’s via this path that Descartes believed he built a sound philosophy.
• In the first meditation, we use hypothetical doubt to tease out truth from the inaccuracies of our own perceptions, as well as the flaws and limits of our reasoning faculties. We can practice this sentiment by reminding ourselves that we can always be wrong, and to take doubt as a starting point, rather than to make assumptions.
• Meditation 2 is about finding out what is true once all that is false is removed from the equation. This is where Descartes’ famous cogito ergo sum proposition comes about, explaining that at the very least, he knew he was in fact thinking, and that proved he existed.
• From this we are led to meditation 3, which discusses the criteria for universal knowledge as those things perceived clearly and distinctly.
• To take inspiration from Descartes, we needn’t follow his complex philosophy in detail, but we can practice a kind of philosophical doubt, committing never to hold beliefs we know aren’t true, and to have stringent standards for what we consider truth.
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• Most of us engage in very little with regards to our decisions. A pros and cons list, perhaps. But this still leaves us victims of your blind spots.
• The six hats method of decision making implores you to view a fork in the road from six distinct different perspectives. Typically these are represented by colors, but avatars are more illustrative. The six different perspectives to consider are Sherlock Holmes (gather information), Sigmund Freud (emotions), Eeyore the donkey (pessimist), a cheerleader (optimist), Pablo Picasso (creativity), and Henry Ford (information synthesis).
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• Leaving your comfort zone and facing new challenges will sometimes guarantee failure. However, it is important to remember that every failure is an opportunity for us to learn and grow. Therefore, define failure as a discrepancy to help reframe your mindset. Start by looking at it as a discrepancy between your expectations and reality. Determine if the threat is real or imagined by evaluating your body's physical response.
• Additionally, create promotion goals rather than prevention goals to stay focused on what's important. This development of a goal-oriented growth mindset toward learning not only prepares you for success in your chosen profession, but it also promotes healthy personal development. Expect a good outcome but do not become attached to it, so you can enjoy the journey. Have faith in the outcome, but don't put your entire happiness on the line.
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00:05:13 Your Negativity May Be “Hardwired”
00:07:38 But that Doesn’t Mean It’s Written in Stone
00:10:53 Authors, researchers, and neuroscientists Kahneman and Tversky
00:13:15 Countering the Bias for the Negative
• We can understand the problem of negativity on different levels, from the physical to the psychological to the spiritual, evolutionary, or cultural. The psychological and emotional level is the easiest for us to change.
• The negativity bias is an evolved human tendency that conferred a survival advantage on our ancestors. It’s the tendency to register and focus more readily on negative stimuli while ignoring or downplaying positive ones. If we are aware of it, we can take steps to mitigate its influence in personal relationships and decision-making.
• If you cannot rely on your brain to automatically and unconsciously look for the positive, then you will have to deliberately draw your attention to it instead. Use a gratitude journal and deliberately choose to focus on the positive.
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00:01:06 Charlie Munger once said he thought that if Darwin attended Harvard in 1986, he probably would have graduated around the middle of the pack.
00:04:28 “Strong opinions but held lightly."
00:06:59 Internet activist Eli Pariser
00:11:03 Though Darwin was not considered particularly brilliant intellectually, it didn’t matter.
00:11:52 Like Socrates, he was unwilling to let bias and assumption derail or contaminate his efforts, and so made a concerted effort to weed out errors of thinking.
• Darwin’s genius traits included hard work and discipline, intellectual honesty, and non-conventionality.
• Darwin was a prolific naturalist whose works on natural selection, the descent of species and evolution profoundly changed the scientific landscape, and set the stage for our current biological paradigm.
• Darwin was said to be a methodical, slow and exceedingly patient person who worked diligently on his efforts throughout his life. We can see the traits of hard work, self-discipline, consistency and resilience in his contributions to science. Though he was considered not to be a genius by many, he still managed to achieve enormous success that changed the world permanently.
• Darwin demonstrated a commitment to intellectual honesty, curiosity and humility by practicing what he called the golden rule. He would deliberately pay attention to material that countered his cherished beliefs, assumptions and expectations, knowing that his natural bias would be to ignore this information.
• Like Darwin, by courting alternative opinions and genuinely engaging with those that disagree with us, we weaken the hold of bias over our learning and gain deeper insight.
• Darwin’s incredible life achievements would not have been possible were it not for his willingness to think outside the box, and to entertain ideas that were unconventional at the time.
• Darwin teaches us to be intellectually honest, and to follow the evidence, logic and facts wherever they take us, even if we have to abandon previously held beliefs, admit that we were mistaken, or come to conclusions that make us unpopular.
• To follow Darwin, we can work hard to get out of our own “filter bubbles” and deliberately seek out information that contradicts with our pet beliefs. Switch your search engine or actively engage with people you ordinarily would avoid. Get into the habit of asking yourself, “What am I not seeing here?”
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• The concept of ego depletion is important because it leads directly to decision fatigue. With overuse, certain cognitive processes can flag and wane, in exactly the same way that muscles tire with extended exercise.
• When you reach decision fatigue, your decisions become incredibly suboptimal because you will either become paralyzed or make a rash, unresearched decision. Your willpower can perform weakly, in the same way that a tired muscle is just not as strong.
• How can you preemptively deal with the effects of ego depletion and willpower fatigue? You can time your decisions wisely such that they made only when rested such as in the morning or after a rest or a meal
• You can categorize the trivial daily decisions you have and make sure to only allot a trivial amount of time to them, drawing limits on how much attention you’ll spend on inconsequential decisions. Ask what risks are attached to a decision, the impact it will have, and whether you’ll care about it in a month’s time.
• You can treat yourself like an athlete and make sure you are mentally tapering off in preparation of big decisions, you can give yourself more time than is necessary to reduce the role of stress and anxiety. Anxiety and low mood can color our decisions. Don’t rush!
• You can also work on manipulating your transaction costs to make good decisions more of a default option, while bad decisions are more difficult.
• By automating as many decisions as possible, you take certain decisions out of your hands and get them done without you needing to spend any extra effort. Use tools, habits and routines to make good decisions automatic, saving your mental resources for those truly demanding decisions.
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• Embracing the uncharted terrain of leaving your comfort zones aids in the development of confidence and resilience, allowing you to continue developing and learning for the rest of your life. This acquired understanding eventually means that your comfort zone has increased even further and you are now in the growth zone.
• Psychologist Andy Molinsky has dedicated his career to understanding why people resist leaving their comfort zones, and how they can overcome that resistance using three Cs: conviction, customization, and clarity. You must develop strong convictions, which are your core beliefs, such as altruism, generosity, gratitude, integrity, accountability, and perseverance.
• Customization relates to your ability to successfully adjust your behavior to your surroundings without losing yourself in the process. Consider it "fitting in" without fully "giving in." You're still you, just slightly altered (e.g., wearing your power suit, carrying your lucky charm, etc.) to trick yourself into feeling at ease and easily blending into your surroundings. Lastly, you must have clarity, which is obtaining an objective, rational perspective on the problems you are facing. By challenging your negative thoughts, you can gain a clearer picture of your challenges.
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00:02:42 Emotional Regulation
00:10:02 The Life Cycle of an Emotion
• Keeping a gratitude journal is a great way to create genuine feelings of positivity.
• Rather than creating good emotions and getting rid of negative ones, we can practice emotional self-regulation and become conscious masters of our own ever-unfolding emotional experience.
• What makes an emotion good or bad is the context and our own goals and values. We regulate when we decide which emotions to attend to, when, how, and for how long.
• Emotions have a life cycle, and we can manage those emotions at any point in the cycle—before the situation, during the situation, with our attention, with our cognitive appraisal, and finally, with our emotional response. Generally, the sooner you intervene, the easier it is to modify the situation.
• Ask, “Is the way I’m thinking about this problem working for me right now?”
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00:09:20 1. Clarification Questions
00:09:28 2. Probing Assumptions
00:09:35 3. Probing Rationale, reasons, evidence
00:09:44 4. Questioning Viewpoints and perspectives
00:09:51 5. Probing Implications and consequences
00:10:02 6. Questions About the question
00:15:09 The Socratic method as a thinking technique
00:17:46 Turning the questions on ourselves 
• Socrates’ genius traits included curiosity, intellectual honesty, and non-conventionality.
• Though not much is known about Socrates’ personal life, his students and followers wrote down dialogues and plays containing some of his main ideas, where he demonstrated a heightened ability for rational argument and insight.
• Like other people considered great philosophical thinkers, Socrates took total ignorance as a starting point and cleared his mind so that he could inquire genuinely into the nature of things. His Socratic method is a classic question-driven approach to seeking out knowledge and understanding.
• To practice this in our own lives, we can use six main types of questions to get to the heart of a matter.
• We can ask clarification questions, questions that probe assumptions, explore rationale, reasons, and evidence, challenge viewpoints and perspectives, consider implications and consequences, and ask questions about the nature of the question itself.
• Our goal is to find out why certain ideas matter, to see what hidden or unconscious assumptions we hold, to look more rationally and closely at evidence, to consider and weigh up potential perspectives we haven’t considered, to think about the meaning of the answer we are looking for and how it relates to other pieces of information we have, and to examine the way we are framing our question and why.
• The Socratic method can be used to inquire more deeply into our own beliefs, but it can also help us debate more effectively with others. We can use the fundamentals of Socratic dialogue to structure more logical arguments or design experiments that follow the scientific method, i.e. making a hypothesis (a question) and testing it against evidence and observation to reach an insightful conclusion.
• To be more like Socrates, we can get into the habit of routinely asking questions of our own deeply held beliefs and assumptions, taking nothing for granted. Be like the child who always asks, “But why?”
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Welcome to the science of self
00:00:24 Don't know what your personal values are?
00:12:59 STEP ONE: CLEAR YOUR MIND
00:14:15 STEP TWO: START A LIST
00:16:45 STEP THREE: PULL IT ALL TOGETHER
00:18:25 STEP FOUR: RANK YOUR VALUES
00:19:39 STEP FIVE: LET YOUR VALUES COME ALIVE
00:20:56 STEP SIX: TRY THEM ON FOR SIZE
• Understanding your needs helps you discover your values and principles, ensuring the decisions you make fulfill you on a deeper level.
• A value is a rule, principle, or belief that gives meaning to your life. It is usually something you consider very important in life and base many of your decisions around. This is why when you’re confused about what to do in a certain situation or circumstances that you find yourself in, the cause is usually a lack of clarity on what your real values are.
• The first step to discovering what your values are is to simply abandon all preconceived notions you have of who you are. Often, the values we have been living by are actually derived externally. This can be through our family, culture, historical era, etc. By starting from a clean slate, we avoid such influences from clouding our judgment regarding our true values.
• Next, think about the things that you feel most strongly about. This could be a personal success, close family bonds, serving others in the form of social work, etc. Finding one will often lead you to other values you hold because they point to a “higher” value you possess. Thus, valuing family over career means that your interpersonal relationships in general are valuable to you.
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• Toxic positivity is a kind of cognitive distortion and is an overgeneralization of a positive and optimistic attitude. It consists of denial, minimization, and invalidation of your own experience. Toxic positivity grows with shame, silence, and judgment. Positivity itself isn’t toxic, but denying our reality is. Human beings are wholes that contain both good and bad.
• We can embrace the whole instead of the good by watching the phrases we use, making friends with discomfort, being patient while we are in process, distinguishing between productive and unproductive negativity, and reconnecting to what we value and want to achieve in life. Ask yourself, “How does a person who values what I value behave when they experience what I’m experiencing?”
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• Einstein’s genius traits included curiosity, having broad areas of interest (i.e. being a polymath), and a refusal to bow to convention.
• Einstein is known today as one of the 20th century’s most influential scientific thinkers, and was considered by many to be a genius in both mathematics and physics. He won the Nobel Prize for his work on the photoelectric effect, but he is best known today for his groundbreaking theory on relativity and his famous E=mc2 equation.
• Einstein coined his own term for the kind of playful, freeform connections he’d make between different topics and ideas: combinatorial play. By putting two unrelated ideas together to create something new, Einstein often solved problems, came up with creative new ideas or opened new avenues of thoughts to pursue.
• The game of “what if?” is another way to flex the curiosity muscle and bring freshness and novelty to conventional thinking. By running hypothetical situations and thought experiments in his mind, Einstein satisfied his thirst for learning and understanding, and accessed new insights that were beyond conventions at the time.
• Einstein was a polymath and had a broad range of interests, rather than one narrow focus. He played violin and piano, and had some of his best new ideas during play. This kind of broadmindedness and diversity of interest promotes intellectual agility and wide-ranging, flexible perspectives.
• Einstein was also non-conventional and worked independently, regardless of the established rules that surrounded him in early life. This allowed him to engage in truly independent ideas and contribute something entirely different to the field.
• We can see in Einstein’s case that non-linearity of thought, insatiable curiosity and a wide range of interests were not just helpful to his success, but essential. We can follow suit by freely engaging in interdisciplinary play and “what if?” games in the areas that grab our intense interest.
• Though conventions may occasionally be useful, the best territory to explore is that which is uncharted!
• To be more like Einstein, we can think of ways to break down artificial limits and categories in our own thinking, and blend concepts and ideas together freely—can you think of a way to combine two of your interests to produce a third, completely new idea?
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Often, decisions can be consciously articulated. If you want Chinese food for dinner, that’s easy to justify. But for both quicker and bigger decisions, you are likely more influenced by your subconscious than you realize. The importance of knowing potential subconscious influencing factors is thus extremely high to deciphering your actions.
There are three models of subconscious needs and desires, the first of which is Maslow’s hierarchy of needs. He articulates the following needs: physiological fulfillment (like food and shelter), safety, love and belonging, self-esteem, and self-actualization (a level which he claimed few people reach). Identifying your location in the hierarchy is identifying your subconscious needs, which can then inform how you appraise different choices in life.
By making these unconscious needs conscious, we give ourselves more clarity and control over the process of making decisions. Maslow’s theory also reminds us that our needs can and do change over our lifetime, and we need to factor this in for longer term decisions.
The next model is Tony Robbins’s six needs: love and connection, certainty, uncertainty and variety, significance, contribution, and growth.
Robbins believed that each of us is motivated to act by at most two of these needs, which guide how we act and what we value in the world.
Unlike Maslow’s hierarchy, these needs function like traits and are present in different quantities in people, as well as being expressed in endless different ways. Pinpoint your particular needs and understand your decision process better.
There is nothing inherently better or worse about any of the levels in the hierarchy, or between the six fundamental needs. It’s more about discovering what is actually motivating you so that the decisions you make are satisfying your needs.
Understanding your needs helps you discover your values and principles, ensuring the decisions you make fulfil you on a deeper level.
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• The ancient Stoics were masters of living in the present.
• One way of rethinking your relationship to the past is to adopt the Stoic attitude of amor fati. This translates roughly to “love of one’s fate.” Whatever happens is embraced, wanting “nothing to be different.” To practice it, look at events as neutrally as possible and then respond to them with a simple mantra like “good.” By focusing on action and solutions, we are able to transform adversity.
• Negative visualization is where we occasionally spend a short amount of time imagining in detail the negative things that could happen in life. This renews appreciation and gratitude for what matters, allows us to prepare for the future, and creates psychological resilience.
• With the “what-if” technique, we write down a fear and ask, “What if this were true?” and explore the worst that could happen, showing ourselves that it is tolerable and not so bad after all. Likewise, remember Memento mori, Latin for, “remember that you will die” to help remind you of what matters.
• Problem-focused thinking zooms in on what’s wrong. Solution-focused thinking zooms in on what could be right and looks to taking action to change the situation. Thinking needs to be balanced with action. Focus on the problem needs to be balanced with focus on the solution.
• Remember the Serenity Prayer and try the two-column exercise to help you identify what you can change and what you can’t. Accept what you can’t, act where you can.
• Ask what you want and value, then ask yourself, “Is what I’m doing, thinking, or feeling bringing me closer to that?”
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• Spartacus was able to do what he did because he was exquisitely focused on his goal – justice. Freedom is being outside of the control and dominion of any other being except yourself. Even if you are enslaved, you can emancipate yourself first by refusing to submit to injustice.
• It may feel like you have nothing but use what you do have, reach out to others, and do whatever it takes to get where you want to be.
• Finally, there is no virtue in tolerating something you cannot bear, instead of summoning up the courage to fight against it. Whether you succeed or not is beside the point – you assert your own autonomy and dignity in merely taking a stand.
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• Intellectual honesty is also important, and this includes humility and the ability to admit that you don’t know something, or that you have made a mistake. Geniuses know that stubbornness, bias, expectation and ego can undermine genuine learning.
• Most genius types are usually polymaths (skilled in many areas) and have broad rather than narrow interests. They are well-read and make connections between all disciplines, see relationships and analogies, and find inspiration in all fields, never limiting themselves to one area.
• Finally, geniuses are usually assumed to be novel, out-of-the-box thinkers. Such people are non-conventional and tend to disregard arbitrary rules, fashions or unquestioned assumptions and habits. They are comfortable pushing outside of the norms and exploring new territory—and this makes them natural innovators and trendsetters (as well as problem solvers!).
• We can always be aware of these mindsets particular to geniuses and deliberately work to cultivate them in ourselves, in a variety of ways.
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• The ancient Stoics were masters of living in the present.
• One way of rethinking your relationship to the past is to adopt the Stoic attitude of amor fati. This translates roughly to “love of one’s fate.” Whatever happens is embraced, wanting “nothing to be different.” To practice it, look at events as neutrally as possible and then respond to them with a simple mantra like “good.” By focusing on action and solutions, we are able to transform adversity.
• Negative visualization is where we occasionally spend a short amount of time imagining in detail the negative things that could happen in life. This renews appreciation and gratitude for what matters, allows us to prepare for the future, and creates psychological resilience.
• With the “what-if” technique, we write down a fear and ask, “What if this were true?” and explore the worst that could happen, showing ourselves that it is tolerable and not so bad after all. Likewise, remember Memento mori, Latin for, “remember that you will die” to help remind you of what matters.
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• The Spartans lived by a set of principles and core beliefs that guided everything they did, and this is ultimately what allowed them to act with strength, conviction, and discipline. When you commit to a cause and belief greater than yourself, you become unstoppable, and even death itself is no longer something you fear.
• We don’t have to believe the Spartans were perfect in every way to appreciate the courage it took to live life the way they lived it. We can be inspired in our own lives and ask, what do we care about so deeply that we would be happy to die for it? Knowing the answer to that question allows you to access vast stores of grit, courage, and strength.
• Be active. Be tough. For the Spartans, physical prowess was everything, but we can follow suit by making strength – all kinds of strength – a non-negotiable part of our personal identity. If life seems scary and challenging, then train yourself to be equal to the challenge. Work hard, dedicate yourself, and choose toughness even when it would be easier to fold.
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• Geniuses come in all shapes and sizes, from all walks of life and all historical periods, but they can all be seen to possess certain predictable characteristics and mindsets.
• If we can model our own lives on the traits we find in great and successful thinkers, we too can learn to fulfill more of our intellectual and creative potential.
• The first trait is a lust for learning and an insatiable curiosity about how the world works, and why. This is knowledge and understanding pursued for its own sake, and not because it indirectly leads to another goal like fame or money. Such inspiration and passion gives incredible stamina to any effort.
• Another trait is diligence, patience, dedication and self-discipline, i.e. everything associated with consistent hard work. Without detail-oriented and practical action taken daily, and a willingness to delay gratification, success will never materialize.
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• We need distress tolerance skills to help us cope with extremely trying or painful moments, or emergency situations. When we’re distressed, it’s easy to default to clumsy, destructive, or unconscious ways of coping—these are false coping mechanisms.
• Self-soothing is a way to acknowledge and accept pain that is inevitable—without making it any bigger than it should be. It is not distraction or avoidance, but about anchoring in the present using your five senses—a technique called grounding.
• TIPP stands for temperature, intense exercise, paced breathing, and paired muscle relaxation, all of which can help lower physiological arousal. Try cold water, vigorous movement, or breathing exercises to calm the limbic system.
• Practice radical acceptance, which doesn’t mean we like what is happening, only that we have agreed to not fight with reality. Acknowledge how you feel and the reality of the situation and remind yourself of what matters.
• The ACCEPTS acronym (Activities, Contribute, Comparisons, Emotions, Push away, Thoughts, and Sensations) can help you better tolerate momentary distress—although not for the longer term.
• With anxiety, our goal is not to force ourselves not to worry, but to worry more efficiently. Scheduling worry time puts you in proactive control and helps you gain distance.
• Notice the anxiety, write down the time you’ll postpone to—with the duration and content—then follow through as agreed.
• Mental noting and focused mundane tasks can help you turn anxious moments into opportunities for mindfulness.
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• No matter how bleak things look, stay calm and take heart.: you always have the power to choose your response, and you can often turn a disadvantage into an advantage simply by changing your perspective.
• When faced with a challenge or obstacle, try to think outside of the box and imagine a solution beyond your current way of thinking. Understand the rules, like Caesar, and then be brave and audacious enough to rewrite them completely to your advantage.
• There is never any reason for despair or giving up – things can and often do change at a moment’s notice. Stay alert and take whatever action you can, reminding yourself that, if there are no opportunities on the table that you like, you can create opportunities. The double rampart idea didn’t exist before the battle of Alesia – what novel solution to your own current problems is just one ingenious idea away?
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• According to author Max Gunther, there are 13 attitudes, traits and habits that set lucky people apart from unlucky ones. Lucky people clearly understand the difference between luck and planning, and never confuse them. They repeat hard work that gets results, and are grateful for luck when it happens, knowing they weren’t responsible.
• Lucky people find the “fast flow” of people and information and position themselves within it, being extroverted and sociable and building connections with others to maximize possible channels for luck. Lucky people take appropriate risks – neither overextending themselves nor being too hesitant. They allow data and research to guide them.
• When something isn’t working, know when to cut your losses and move on. Quit while you’re ahead rather than risk losing it all on a bet that your luck will continue. On a related note, “select” your luck by cutting ties with any course that is 100% not going anywhere, rather than wasting more time and effort on it.
• The path to success is usually a zig-zag and not a straight line, so relax and become curious about the most optimal – even if unexpected – path from A to B. Superstitions can help you make decisions in impossible situations, since they encourage you to act rather than freeze with indecisiveness. A little irrationality won’t hurt if it ultimately gets you to do the right thing!
• Pessimism can be a useful thing if it helps you to protect yourself and plan for when things go well. Lucky people plan for the worst but expect the best. Gunther also believes that lucky people don’t narrow their possibilities by talking indiscriminately about controversial or divisive topics – it makes sense if you’re trying to connect optimally with people!
• Recognize a “non-lesson” which is just bad luck but doesn’t mean anything. Don’t twist yourself in knots trying to understand it. Likewise, accept that you are owed nothing and that none of us “deserves” luck or a charmed life.
• Avoid idleness and stay busy to increase your exposure to lucky new opportunities. Finally, partner up with people that seem to improve your luck, or pass opportunities your way.
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• Stay present. It’s something we hear frequently, but what does it mean? Simply put, we are more often caught in the past or looking forward to the future. When we are caught in the past, we are affected by things and events that we have no control over. When we are looking forward to the future (excessively, of course), we are also affected by that which we have no control over. • Author Eckhart Tolle has great insight into the problem of fixating on the past or future; he once said, “All negativity is caused by an accumulation of psychological time and denial of the present. Unease, anxiety, tension, stress, worry—all forms of fear—are caused by too much future and not enough presence. Guilt, regret, resentment, grievances, sadness, bitterness, and all forms of non-forgiveness are caused by too much past, and not enough presence.”
• To let go of the past is to forgive, excuse, and allow for errors. We can learn from the past, and we don’t have to experience things in vain. To stop fixating on the future is to accept uncertainty and a certain amount of randomness. We cannot control very much in our lives, and all we can control is our actions and reactions.
• Staying in the present is of course easier said than done, but the practice of meditation is a useful blueprint. It is important to clear your mind and simply lose yourself in a thought, feeling, or sensation. Preoccupation is the worst of sins here, and it can only be defeated with time and practice—and the knowledge that the past does not matter anymore and the future is out of our control.
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• No matter how bleak things look, stay calm and take heart: you always have the power to choose your response, and you can often turn a disadvantage into an advantage simply by changing your perspective. • When faced with a challenge or obstacle, try to think outside of the box and imagine a solution beyond your current way of thinking. Understand the rules, like Caesar, and then be brave and audacious enough to rewrite them completely to your advantage.
• There is never any reason for despair or giving up – things can and often do change at a moment’s notice. Stay alert and take whatever action you can, reminding yourself that, if there are no opportunities on the table that you like, you can create opportunities. The double rampart idea didn’t exist before the battle of Alesia – what novel solution to your own current problems is just one ingenious idea away?
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• Study findings shared in Wiseman’s book The Luck Factor point to four factors that are responsible for a mindset most prone to luck. While these attitudes and traits don’t literally cause luck in themselves, they do lay the groundwork and make us more able to capitalize on luck when it comes our way. • The first factor is openness to new experiences, which means being aware and perceptive of lucky turns and emerging events in your environment, rather than shut out to novel possibilities. We can increase this factor in ourselves by practicing non-judgment and heightened awareness during meditation. • The second factor is to listen to your gut and follow intuitions rather than getting bogged down in self-doubt, second guessing and analysis paralysis. We can improve this factor by building our self-trust. By spending time alone to figure out your own thoughts rather than become overwhelmed by other people’s, you can develop confidence in your own appraisals.
• The third factor is to harbor positive expectations, i.e., believing that good things will come. This will build the grit and resilience needed for luck to find you. This can be developed by creating a gratitude or luck journal, to shift your focus onto the positive and train your brain to expect good things.
• The fourth factor is the ability to reframe “bad” luck as good luck. Luckiness is a question of perception, and we can reinterpret seemingly unfortunate events by adopting a growth mindset. This will allow us to see the lesson in mistakes, employ counterfactual thinking and accept the hidden value in any outcome.
• With the above factors in place, we can not only notice luck around us more easily, but we can start to create the conditions for its unfolding.
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• The fourth noble truth encourages us to follow the eight-fold path, i.e. we need to understand suffering but also take concrete action towards our intended life every day. We can use proven and effective tools to help us suffer better, and suffer less. • Firstly, we can learn the power of reframing so that we investigate the “rules” we have for deciding what counts as pain or suffering in the first place. Much suffering disappears when we take our own assumptions and interpretations out of the picture.
• Emotions are fleeting and always changing. When we understand this, we don’t cling to one emotion or reject another. It’s useful to learn to accept, embrace and name emotions for what they are, so they can flow.
• A third tip is to understand that effort and difficulty don’t always signal pain, and rather than being something to avoid, it can be enriching. Get into the habit of asking whether you are really suffering or whether you are just experiencing the inevitable discomfort of change and growth.
• Realize that sometimes, pain and suffering may be a sign that something needs to change. Pain can be a wake-up call if we heed its message honestly. Not all pain has to be stoically endured. Be frank with yourself about the cause of pain in your life, and what its message is.
• Finally, understand that even raw, blind pain such as the pain experienced by endurance pro-athletes is not the end of the world. Those who fare best tend to have an attitude of “no option.” They distract themselves when it comes to discomfort and don’t allow themselves to indulge in thoughts of giving up.
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• Don’t give up. Failure, loss, and disappointment are not the end of the line. Learn, try again, and do better the next time around. Have the courage to accept what can be improved and, instead of dwelling on the pain of your defeat, get proactive and start doing. • It’s cowardly to blame others for your shortcomings or to get angry at life in general for not being fair. If you’ve been justly beaten, accept it graciously. Don’t be a bad loser. In fact, if you can, try to welcome even painful challenges in life as an opportunity to learn and be better. Like the Romans, we can all build monuments to those who have taught us our most difficult lessons.
• Hard work is a wonderful remedy for pain and loss. Resilience is not just about passively accepting your lot – you can empower yourself by taking action, and this will make any hardship 100 times easier to bear.
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• Coincidence and serendipity are related to good luck. We all would like something beneficial and fortuitous to happen to us for seemingly no good reason. We can’t create positive random chances, but We can foster a “serendipity mindset” that helps us take advantage of the chances that come our way. • Serendipity means different things to different people, but generally, it is the combination of seemingly improbable occurrences plus positive personal feelings about them. We can cultivate a serendipity mindset by recognizing triggers in daily life, drawing connections to other unrelated areas, and finding potential value in that link.
• Making use of the unexpected requires that we are optimistic, open-ended, comfortable with ambiguity, extraverted, and good listeners, as well as willing to make mistakes or entertain unexpected outcomes. We need to be proactive and curious about what emerges spontaneously.
• The real difference between the status quo and serendipity is in the effort you put in following a chance happening, and the meaning you can assign to events after the fact.
• Statistician David Hand claims that although coincidences seem surprising, “extremely improbable events are commonplace.” It is only the limits of our human understanding of probability that makes coincidence seem more astonishing.
• Luck is a way of describing our interaction with random external events. Those who are religious or spiritual tend to experience more coincidences and perceive them differently. Similarly, self-referential people – i.e., those who tend to connect external events to themselves – also describe more coincidence experiences.
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• Be true to yourself. Have faith in your own judgment and stick to your firmly held convictions, even if you have to do so alone. This will imbue you with enormous courage and resilience in the face of challenges, because you will believe in yourself. • Be humble. Use your intellect and your reason to the best of your ability, but always be willing to learn more. Don’t boast about your conclusions but allow them to guide your convictions quietly from within. If you’re lost, stay curious and return to the faculties that you’re blessed with – keep asking questions and be brave enough to discover the answers.
• Realize that, sadly, you will not always be rewarded for your diligence and persistence. Instead, seek to find meaning and purpose in your work, whatever it is, so that it inspires you even if nobody else recognizes its value. Then, you will have tapped a well of strength that very few will be able to match!
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• Our luck comes in part from our behaviors and choices, and those in turn come from our mindset and the way we think. • If luck = preparation + opportunity, and we cannot control what opportunities come our way, then it means the only way to improve our luck is to focus on being prepared to strike when a lucky chance does come our way.
• An obvious way to bring more luck to your life is to work hard, even if the results are far off or not guaranteed.
• Hard work isn’t all that matters, though. The surface area theory of luck explains that our Luck is a result of both doing and telling, i.e., hard work combined with how we talk about our passion. with others. You can construct your own doing/telling graph to determine where you need to put your efforts to increase your luck.
• We can also increase luck by using the methods of visualization and positive affirmations. Both have been shown scientifically to improve performance and lead to better outcomes. To work well, visualizations have to be rich and vivid, and affirmations have to be said regularly. Naturally, both work best when paired with concrete action taken towards your goals!
• Superstitious behaviors are a human tendency that evolved in the face of uncertainty, as a way to feel in control. There is no magic, but belief in the power of a superstition can be powerful in itself. The best superstitions, however, are those that encourage an internal locus of control and which don’t distort our perception of what is and isn’t under our control.
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• Viktor Frankl experienced extreme hardship and suffering and, from this, developed his own theory about how many searches for and creates his own meaning. Frankl’s experiences taught him that suffering pushes human beings to find meaning and purpose in their lives. To survive, in other words, is to find meaning in one’s suffering. • Frankl believed that struggle with suffering is an opportunity to seek and create something deeper and more meaningful, identify values and principles, and even deepen one’s spiritual understanding.
• Instead of searching for meaning externally, we have to look at our own unique strengths and calling in life, and hear what life demands from us, rather than making demands of it. This means that we need to take concrete action.
• Frankl thought that there were 3 ways to find meaning in life: We can work or create something of value, we can truly encounter another human being, or we can make meaning out of our suffering.
• One way to do this is to fine-tune your own unique purpose. Suffering can force us to look closely at what really matters to us most in life, but knowing our values also allows us to suffer better.
• Another remedy for suffering, according to Frankl, is to have compassion, and to be guided by love. Frankl sees love as mankind’s highest possibility, and when we choose kindness and empathy, we can take any form of suffering and redeem it.
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• It’s never too late to start over, no matter how old you are. Colonel Sanders started over in his sixties and still managed to create a business empire that would overtake those he might have considered younger and more talented than him. The past doesn’t define who you are now, and it doesn’t define who you can be in the future. • Success takes time, and it takes consistent, diligent effort – there are no shortcuts for anyone. You don’t have to be superhuman to be resilient and disciplined. All you need to do is refuse to give up. Don’t pay attention to the flashy success stories you read about in the media – true accomplishment doesn’t happen overnight, so be patient.
• If you’re facing a setback, loss, or disappointment, consider adjusting your expectations. Sometimes being mentally strong and tough is simply a matter of not expecting the important things in life to be easy the first time around!
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• Seneca famously said, “luck is where preparation meets opportunity.” There is plenty we can do to prepare ourselves so that we are ready to notice and seize new opportunities that emerge, and make ourselves more “lucky.” • There are three main traits associated with being a lucky person. The first is extroversion, which leads us to engage with others socially, speak out, make connections and win others over. This will naturally create more opportunities for help, random connections, or new information that can spell a lucky break.
• The second trait is open-mindedness, which is a receptive, spontaneous state of mind that approaches life with curiosity rather than fear, bias or expectation. With openness to new experiences, we say yes to new opportunities and encounter more life experiences that have the chance to evolve favorably.
• The third trait is low neuroticism. When we are relaxed and not acting from fear, we see solutions, think outside the box and encounter unexpected positive outcomes – and we don’t jeopardize any good luck we do encounter!
• There are three thought patterns associated with being lucky. Believing in karma means you take your actions seriously and are more likely to have a proactive internal locus of control, and treat others well – naturally leading to more luck opportunities.
• Belief in your own competence and ability to withstand adversity creates resilience, meaning you take beneficial action for longer, which means you increase your chances of a positive outcome.
• Finally, lucky people learn what works and deliberately try to recreate those conditions that they know have led to luck for them in the past.
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• The Stoics, like the Buddhists, understood that pain is just a part of life, and taught that we need to retain quiet, dignified serenity in the face of adversity, focusing on what we can control, while accepting what we can’t. One way to practice the Stoic philosophy is to carefully consider your zone of control or, as Byron Katie suggests, identify what is your business, the other person’s business, and God’s business. • Another technique is to use negative visualization to develop gratitude for everything you already have. By imagining that things could be a lot worse, you re-calibrate your expectations and focus more with appreciation on the present. We also desensitize ourselves to discomfort and learn that we can, in fact, endure it.
• One way to empower ourselves in the face of life’s pain is to take action. Action grounds us. We can always seek to elevate the situation we find ourselves in, draw on our strengths, and work with what we have. We can choose to build, create and solve problems. We can do this if we stop wasting energy on those things we have no hope of changing.
• Finally, we can become cognizant of the fact that resistance and struggle come with a cost, and inevitably cause us to suffer, all while doing nothing to improve our lives. Though our brains may be primed for a certain kind of negativity, we can always choose to create meaning, do a good deed or take productive action to improve things.
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• Change the way you think about failure. Challenge and adversity are the best teachers you will ever have in life. Instead of getting upset when things don’t go your way, become curious about what happened and why, then try again, but this time do it better! • Forget about things like genius or innate talent. They’re nice to have, but the people who get ahead are simply those who are willing to work hard and do it consistently.
• Adopt a growth mindset and constantly turn your attention, not to what is going wrong, but to the infinite world of the possible. There is a way out of your current predicament – how are you going to get from here to there?
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• There are two popular ideas worth exploring when it comes to the concept of luck: the law of attraction, and the idea of a self-fulfilling prophesy. Research into the effectiveness of the law of attraction (or wishful thinking) yields no support, and indicates that fantasy can actually undermine success by making us less likely to take useful action. • A self-fulfilling prophecy is a prediction that directly or indirectly causes itself to become true due to positive feedback between belief and behavior. It proves how powerful belief can be.
• If you believe you are a lucky person, you are more likely to create that reality yourself — not out of thin air, or by magic, but because you are proactively taking steps to make that outcome a reality.
• Robert Wiseman and Alan Kirman have independently discovered that being lucky may come down to believing that you are lucky.
• Lucky people do visualize, yet they tend to imagine not the outcome but the performance of the practical steps needed to reach that outcome. They tend to be positive and optimistic, easily forget past mistakes, trust their gut feelings, and put a positive interpretation on events by imagining how things could have been so much worse. This, in effect, means that people who believe they’re lucky, are!
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• Once we can properly identify suffering for what it is and become aware of it in ourselves, we can begin to manage it better. • Suffering takes all different forms for each of us, but according to the four noble truths, there is a way to ease and reduce our suffering, by letting go of attachment.
• One way to do this is to practice distinguishing between pain and suffering, first and second darts, and facts or opinions. When you feel upset, slow down and tease apart the situation until you see it as clearly and objectively as possible.
• Try to avoid extremes and black-and-white, all-or-nothing thinking. Watch out for clues to cognitive distortions and bias like absolute terms, catastrophizing and generalization, and instead look for a balanced path down the middle of extremes. We can achieve this merely by changing our language and how we frame things.
• Counterintuitively, we reduce feelings of suffering by being willing to “sit with” and acknowledge all our feelings, without trying to escape them. We can learn to stay in the present and be aware of how we feel right now, instead of letting our minds get carried away with thoughts of the past or future. One way to keep in the present is to ground in the senses.
• Finally, take care with what you consume, information-wise, since suffering is often a question of overwhelm, or being looped into people’s stories and interpretations. Pay close attention to the media you take in, its effect on you, and how these distractions may be helping you avoid your feelings in the present.
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• Live large. Take your mission seriously and choose to be a hero in your own epic saga of triumph and overcoming. • Endless resilience is possible when you tap into your deepest convictions and beliefs. Find that thing you are most passionate and resolute about and allow it to animate all your efforts. That way, any obstacle is perceived as a minor inconvenience, just a trifle on the bigger, more important path you’re on.
• Read. Educate yourself and absorb knowledge wherever you can. Carlyle built a complex and sophisticated worldview because he was able to read widely, and this view would forever act as a buffer against adversity and a source of strength during dark times.
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• Humans have an innate need to live in a world that makes sense to them, and which they feel they can control and influence. We want to predict, model and manage the world, but this combined with our tendency to find patterns where there are none, can make our perceptions of probability very different from the reality. • The way we experience and explain random events, and the cause to which we attribute these events, is highly personal. We may have an internal or external locus of control, which is whether we believe we are the cause of life’s events (the former) or whether our lives are at the mercy of external events beyond our control (the latter).
• Research has discovered that there are further distinctions, and that an external locus of control can see luck as either a stable quality a person possesses, or a fleeting phenomenon that could disappear as quickly as it comes. The finding is that viewing luck as stable makes people more proactive – and more successful.
• Attribution theory deals with how we attach meaning to our own behavior and the behavior of other people. How we assign blame and praise depends on how we understand accountability and our influence on events – and it has a powerful influence on how likely we are to act and actually achieve success.
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• In the Buddhist tradition, the four noble truths explain what suffering is, its cause, and how to deal with it. The first truth is that suffering exists and is unavoidable, and the second is that the cause of suffering is our desire, craving or attachment. The third is that suffering can be released if we renounce this attachment, and the fourth truth is that we practice this way of being by following the eight-fold path. • When we are attached to one outcome or another, the Buddhists claim we cause suffering. It is our perspective, preference, narrative, and expectation about what should be that causes our unhappiness. In life, everything is transient, though, and always changing.
• In the parable of the two monks, we see that resistance is also a form of grasping, and allows us to “carry” suffering with us long after the initial moment has passed.
• In this philosophy, we cannot achieve happiness by trying to remove suffering from life, but rather by changing our attitude to it.
• We can use the four noble truths as a starting point for reducing suffering in our own lives, or rather, learn to suffer better. To do so, we have to understand our own tendency to identify with, cling, resist or tell stories about reality and learn to simply appreciate reality for what it is: neutral and impermanent.
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• Dig deep and connect to your overarching life’s purpose. What matters most to you? What do you care about achieving here on earth more than anything else? Allow this conviction to give you strength to weather any obstacles on the way. • Be true to yourself. Beethoven really did things his way. This wasn’t always easy, but his commitment to his own authentic artistic vision gave him the courage to try things that others might not have wanted to risk. In difficult times, lean on your strengths – those unique insights and perspectives that nobody else could offer the world but you.
• Finally, be adaptable. When one path closes to you, look around for the paths that are still open. Refuse to dwell on what is missing, what is not working, or what is difficult. Instead, constantly turn your attention to what is possible, what resources you still have, and what opportunities are still there to be tapped.
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• Luck may play a bigger role in our success than we think. By examining what we consider lucky breaks, serendipity and fortuitous events, we can better handle the invisible forces that favor some and not others. • Research has made surprising findings, i.e., that it may be better to be mediocre in skills but lucky than to be highly talented yet unlucky. Mathematical models have tended to show the irrelevance of skill and talent, and emphasize the fact that randomness plays a big part in what we consider success.
• In the case of the discovery of LSD (and many other scientific advances), we can see that luck plays a surprising role.
• Luck may play a role in an absolute sense in determining the hand we’re dealt in what Warren Buffett calls the “Ovarian Lottery” – where we’re born, our genes, and so on. But hard work does matter, and may factor in a more relative sense, i.e., it helps us distinguish ourselves from others who have been similarly lucky.
• Luck and hard work play a part. We cannot control luck, but we can understand how it works and position ourselves accordingly, so that we’re ready to strike when and if opportunity does come our way.
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• There are countless theoretical approaches to understanding the universal problem of suffering. We start with the Buddhist conception, which sees pain as an inevitable and natural part of life, which is transient and always changing. Therefore if we attach to what is impermeant, we will suffer when it changes. • The parable of the farmer and the Buddha shows that our biggest problem is that we believe we should have no problems.
• In these views, suffering occurs because, paradoxically, we think we should not be suffering!
• Pain is unavoidable, but suffering is optional. Suffering is pain plus our grasping, resistance, attachment or identification. Thus we can greatly reduce our suffering by changing how we deal with pain.
• The serenity prayer teaches us that we need the wisdom to discern between what is in our power to control (our mental reaction to pain) and what isn’t (the pain itself).
• According to Viktor Frankl, in the brief moment after pain, we have a gap where we can pause and decide what response we would like to have. We may evolve mechanisms to respond automatically, but we also have the power to choose our response if we are conscious.
• Cognitive behavioral psychologists recognize a similar principle, and explain how our minds can trap us in suffering. We experience pain and then immediately create a thought about it. This thought creates our feelings and a physiological reaction, for example, stress and tension in the body. In time, these feelings spiral out of control and manifest as behaviors that reinforce our original thoughts.
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Shackleton’s lessons: • Find purpose. Seek a deeper meaning and significance in your life, and, if it strengthens you, anchor yourself in religion or spirituality. Shackleton never felt alone during his most arduous challenges, and that’s because he was a man of faith. • When times are challenging, keep sane and even-keeled by engrossing yourself in the details of day to day life. Keep a routine, look after the basics of life, and if need be, find relieving distractions when things get especially difficult.
• Finally, don’t give up. When you encounter a challenge, reframe the way you look at it: it’s not the end. Difficulties are not a sign that your journey is over, just that the route has changed. Difficulties are just things to overcome. If you have hope, then you’ll be prepared and ready to grasp opportunity when it does finally come your way.
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• The final major biological difference is the level of background noise that is inside the introvert’s or extrovert’s mind. To put it plainly, introverts have perpetual static and chatter in their mind, which makes them more liable to overwhelm, analysis, rumination, and retreating to solitude. Hans Eysenck proved a corollary of this with his lemon juice test, in which he found that introverts were generally easier to arouse and become alert. • All of these differences make it seem like introverts are somewhat less predisposed to survival than extroverts. But the opposite is true; zoological studies have found that there are generally two groups in a society, rovers and sitters, and both are needed because they complement each other. Rovers are extroverts—thrill-seekers and out and about. Sitters are introverts—planners, analyzers, and operating in the background. That is to say, introverts keep themselves and the people around them safer than they might be otherwise.
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• Get into the reading habit to increase your empathy and communication skills, as well as relax. Anything goes, but literary fiction is best for strengthening perspective and “theory of mind” ability. • Journaling or keeping a diary can make you happier and help you modulate and regulate your emotions. Try whatever form works best for you.
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A few of the most well-known and dangerous cognitive distortions are all-or-nothing thinking, personalizing, overgeneralizing, catastrophizing, and jumping to conclusions. An especially notable cognitive distortion that robs us of resilience is emotional reasoning. This is when reality is defined by the emotions we feel at that very moment. Comparisons are not necessarily a cognitive distortion, but they create the same skewed reality and set of expectations. You should evaluate yourself according to your own baseline instead of comparing your worst to other people’s best. Get the audiobook on Audible at http://bit.ly/MoreEnergyHollins
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Dopamine and acetylcholine are at the heart of another difference in how introverts and extroverts process external stimuli. Extroverts have blunted dopamine receptors, so they need more stimulation to feel pleasure.
Introverts have heightened dopamine receptors, so they feel overwhelmed more easily.
This leads them to seek out activities and behaviors that generate acetylcholine, which creates feelings of tranquility and calm.
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• Even after we take care of our physical selves, we can still feel like a piece of pudding: unable to move on our own free will, and generally without strength of structure. As the energy pyramid demonstrates, physical fitness is a requirement but not a guarantee of energy. Mental and emotional energy tend to be far more powerful than basic physical energy, and mostly, this works against us. Sure, we have the occasional stories of being insanely motivated and working for twenty hours straight, but more often than not, we are saddled into useless states because of emotional or mental energy depletion. • First, we will discuss emotional energy. This concerns how we feel about ourselves, the world, and our place within it. It involves our sense of confidence, security, anxiety, and feelings. It is influenced by vampiric people, our own negative beliefs, cognitive distortions, and disempowering narratives. All of this amounts to us spending too much time and energy inside our own heads, rather than directing energy into the external world. And for what? Typically, nothing based in reality, as cognitive distortions demonstrate.
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In addition to eating for glucose, we must ensure that we are consuming enough essential vitamins and minerals. We shouldn’t be deficient in anything, and we can enhance our energy through specific nootropics, or compounds that give a boost to our physiological states. Water is important. Drink more water, hydrate your brain, and keep your energy up.
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• This chapter is a look at the different biological differences that place people where they are on the introvert/extrovert spectrum. No matter what someone’s behavior is, it will always start from a baseline that their biology has set. • The first biological difference is that introverts have denser brain matter in the prefrontal cortex, which is where analysis, ruminating, decision- making, and planning take place.
In fact, it’s where most stereotypical introverted behaviors take place.
It also explains why introverts are said to be focused more on their internal worlds versus the external world— because they are literally stuck in their thoughts more than extroverts.
To support this, extroverts were shown to have increased blood flow to areas involved in sensory processing, which allows them to focus on their external world.
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• Happiness can be tricky to define, but it all starts in the brain. We can turn to scientific peer-reviewed studies to learn the daily habits and mindsets most associated with wellbeing. • Though routines are important, so is novelty; make efforts to mix things up now and again and try something new every day.
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Naps can be useful but only when done correctly. Nap for no longer than twenty minutes, and avoid napping if it compromises your sleep quality that night. • Next, we turn to the literal fuel for our bodies, our diets. There is plenty of literature on eating for health, but what about eating for energy? This concerns something that is lesser known: glycemic index (GI) and glycemic load (GL). We want to ensure that our blood sugar levels are constant and moderate, because if levels are too high or too low, it creates a predictable crash in energy. Thus, we must manipulate GI (speed and magnitude of blood sugar from a food) and glycemic load (amount of carbohydrates), as well as timing throughout the day.
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A point of distinction must be made between introverts and highly sensitive people—HSPs. They may appear identical at first glance, but that’s where the similarities end. The HSP is characterized by the acronym DOES, which stands for depth of processing, overstimulation, emotional reactivity, and sensing the subtle. This all amounts to HSPs wearing a proverbial hearing aid turned up to the max when none is needed. They are sensitive, and this merely overlaps with social capacity and recharging. Get the audiobook on Audible
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There are four basic chronotypes—bears, lions, wolves, and dolphins. By understanding your chronotype, you can plan your day around your peak periods of productivity. To find your most productive hours, you’ll also need to factor in changing stress levels and external communication demands. Get the audiobook on Audible at http://bit.ly/MoreEnergyHollins
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Even though Carl Jung defined these two terms and forever created a spectrum, he recognized that it was impossible for people to not be in the middle. These are called ambiverts, and the vast majority of us are ambiverts. Get the audiobook on Audible
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Procrastination can be a sign that your organization, goals or mindset are not where they should be, but all of us procrastinate out of laziness from time to time. Fix the problem by restoring momentum as soon as you can. Get started with just the tiniest task first or promise yourself you’ll do just five minutes. If your procrastination comes from deeper issues, you need to tackle these first. Get the audiobook on Audible at http://bit.ly/41Habits
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Another way to look at it is by taking the circadian rhythm and extrapolating it into our ultradian rhythms, which are the rhythms that move with us through the twenty-four-hour cycle of our lives. Sleep researcher Neil Kleitman identified the presence and importance of rapid eye movement (REM) sleep and discovered that the body generally operates in ninety-minute cycles, moving progressively through periods of higher and lower alertness. Get the audiobook on Audible at http://bit.ly/MoreEnergyHollins
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The personality spectrum has been defined in many ways throughout history, but people have increasingly gravitated toward classifying themselves in terms of their capacity for social interaction and how important a person’s internal or external world was. It was later refined to understand that introverts are depleted by social interaction, while extroverts are recharged by it. This leads to opposite types of lifestyles, as you might suspect. There are a variety of misunderstandings associated with these labels, but keep in mind that this scale solely judges what makes people feel recharged—solitude or company. Get the audiobook on Audible Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home
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• Not everyone will follow the same sleep/wakefulness cycles; it’s up to you to understand your own rhythms and work with them. Identify your peak energy periods and schedule your most important or demanding tasks for this time. You need less self-discipline if you’re working with your natural motivational flow. • A great way to break out of inaction or overcome strong derailing emotions is to count down from ten and then just force yourself to act. Anxiety can be tackled by becoming aware of the present moment on all five senses. Anger can be managed by hitting the pause button, breathing deeply, and having a time out.
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People are not machines with uniform, unwavering energy levels no matter the time of day. Firstly, bear in mind that there is nothing innately superior about being a “morning person,” and you won’t magically be more productive just because you forced yourself to wake up early or get more things done before lunchtime. As we’ve seen, this advice works for some chronotypes, but not everyone will actually be more productive this way. The old “early to bed, early to rise” wisdom is not for everyone, in other words. Rather, you need to look at the times when your body is naturally more awake and make sure you’ve scheduled your work to coincide with that. It doesn’t matter whether this is comfortably done in the morning or almost midnight—if it fits your chronotype and energy levels, it works.
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The personality spectrum has been defined in many ways throughout history, but people have increasingly gravitated toward classifying themselves in terms of their capacity for social interaction and how important a person’s internal or external world was. It was later refined to understand that introverts are depleted by social interaction, while extroverts are recharged by it. This leads to opposite types of lifestyles, as you might suspect. There are a variety of misunderstandings associated with these labels, but keep in mind that this scale solely judges what makes people feel recharged—solitude or company. Get the audiobook on Audible
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Willpower is a limited resource but so is time. Self-discipline requires conscious control over how we spend our time. Follow Stephen Covey’s advice and “put the big rocks first”—the less important tasks of life can be squeezed in later. Start the day with your priorities. Get the audiobook on Audible at http://bit.ly/41Habits
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• Delayed gratification is a process wherein you forego a short-term reward or some temptation in favor of a bigger reward that comes later. The ability to delay gratification has been closely linked with success and is an integral part of practicing self-discipline. • If you wish to develop this skill in order to achieve your goals, there is a 10-step program you can follow over a 30-day period in order to see some results. The first three steps of this process involve deep reflection and asking yourself some hard questions about what exactly your goal is, what you want to achieve, the type of person you want to be, and how you plan on achieving your goals and becoming your ideal self in the future. This process can take up to a week since it’s imperative you take your time to come up with comprehensive answers.
• Next comes the step where you must make adjustments to your physical environment so that it is geared perfectly toward helping you achieve your goals. Pick a room in your house with a window, good lighting, and minimal exposure to outside noise. Then, set up an ergonomic workspace that is free of distractions, especially from sources like your phone.
• Once you’re done with this, you must start working on building a credit system. Each time you delay some gratification like checking your messages, award yourself credit points based on a scale that you come up with. Once you’re done with work, you can redeem these credit points for specific rewards like more free time, ordering takeout, etc.
• There are many more tricks that can help you delay gratification. Use self-directed speech, continuously motivating yourself to hold off on succumbing to temptations by verbalizing your intentions to continue working out loud. You can also use what-if scenarios and think of the outcomes your choices will have. Invariably, you’ll see that continuing to pursue your goals will lead to a better future than giving in to temptations.
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• When we talk about energy, we must start with the physical aspect. Our bodies are our engines, and they must be properly fueled to perform well, or at all. We have to eliminate all of our physical-energy vampires and replace them with better habits and awareness. We can take a quick look at what happens when we run out of energy; when we burn out—one of the biggest energy vampires. This is a state of stress and anxiety on the body, where our bodies begin to break down. • Another prominent energy vampire is a lack of productive and restful sleep. Your sleep hygiene could be terrible and you’d never know it. We should be avoiding blue light before sleeping, lowering stress levels, and keeping a regular sleep schedule. We should also seek to determine our sleep chronotype and understand how it relates to our circadian rhythms. The circadian rhythm directly influences the ultradian rhythm that we abide by when we are awake, and that we take into account with its natural spikes and lulls in energy. Restful sleep is a force multiplier—a quantity that enables great accomplishment in other, unrelated areas.
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Here is a brief passage from Meditations by the Roman emperor-philosopher Marcus Aurelius that illustrates what we lose by surrendering to discomfort (of which is no concern to him) and not taking steps toward what we want in life: At dawn, when you have trouble getting out of bed, tell yourself: “I have to go to work—as a human being. What do I have to complain of, if I’m going to do what I was born for—the things I was brought into the world to do? Or is this what I was created for? To huddle under the blankets and stay warm?
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Two months of consistently performing any action will generally turn it into a habit, but until we reach that point, we have to put active effort into creating a new routine. We must make a choice not to eat certain foods, to exercise, or to drink a certain amount of water. But commitment and consistency are only needed at first. Eventually, thinking becomes unnecessary; we will have the rituals in place to be healthy, happy, and effective at our work. Once we have the habits to maximize our productivity, and once we become used to challenging ourselves and resting to recharge our batteries, it becomes easier to direct our energy in any way we need. When we have enough energy, even the tasks we like to avoid become easy to face.
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Knowledge is power, and self-knowledge is self-power. If you know your strengths and weaknesses, you can consciously work around your blind spots while maximizing on your good attributes. Don’t see your flaws as shortcomings, but instead learn what you can from them and focus on the good. Get the audiobook on Audible at http://bit.ly/41Habits
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Next, we come to the practice of discomfort and all that it entails. By definition, anything that requires exercising self-discipline is uncomfortable. We’d rather not do it, otherwise it would be known as fun. This puts us in a quandary; sometimes there is nothing else we can do but suck it up and push forward, despite all the tactics and mindsets we’ve discussed in this book. At some point, we will have to be uncomfortable, and sometimes life is just a matter of how much discomfort you can stomach. Thus, we must practice it, and we will eventually grow immune to an extent. Practicing discomfort is like a vaccine against your impulses and weak moments. When you can slowly gain perspective that discomfort is not so bad and ultimately temporary, you’ll be amazed at what you can accomplish. Get the audiobook on Audible at https://adbl.co/3HhRPIm
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The energy pyramid is a helpful way to think about the role of energy and how to manage it. It has four tiers that depend on each other: physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual. It lays out a blueprint we will follow for the rest of the book. The energy pyramid also dictates that we must rest sufficiently or risk burnout, and at the same time make sure we are challenging ourselves and pushing our limits to increase our energy capacity. • One way to cultivate greater physical energy is to start every day with an intense seven-minute workout. This wakes up your body, boosts energy levels, and gets you started on the right foot for the day.
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A major stumbling block for those wanting to develop better self-discipline and improve their lives as letting their ego get in the way. The ego is a mask; it’s not the real you. Regularly remind yourself of the process, not the outcome and be okay with being a beginner or being wrong. Stop playing a role and encounter the moment as it is—no comparisons, appraisals, or judgments. On your self-discipline journey, you’ll encounter pain, which is inevitable. But suffering (i.e., the way we react to pain) is avoidable. Blame, personal narratives, regret, self-hate, doubt, anxiety etc. are all optional reactions. Try not to add “second darts” when life deals you a bad hand. With awareness and calm, compassionate acceptance, we can allow both pain and suffering to pass.
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The final piece of the puzzle for greater self-discipline and sticking to your guns is to change your thoughts. Thoughts, of course, lead to behavior, and behavior is what we want to change in the end. In this chapter, we talk about three specific ways to change the way that you think about taking action versus lying on the couch. First, we come to the Ulysses pact, or as I would call it, coerced compliance. It’s the act of burning your bridges and not allowing yourself to make a detrimental choice in the heat of the moment or out of a lack of self-awareness. When you find that you have no choice, and you must actually sit with your thoughts and work through things, that’s just what you’ll do. There is no easier path of least resistance, and there is no escape. If you can smartly plan and make this choice beforehand using commitment devices such as the Ulysses pact, then you no longer have to exercise self-discipline per se. Get the audiobook on Audible at https://adbl.co/3HhRPIm
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It’s not that self-discipline, habitualized behaviors, and intentional and analytical thinking are useless endeavors. No, these are some of the best changes you can make to your life. But you won’t be able to learn or implement them, or benefit from them in any way, unless you simply possess enough energy to use them. Energy is the battery for all our thoughts and behaviors. Without it, no other tactics, techniques, or tips will matter. This is essentially a real-life application of the concept of multiplying by zero. If your mathematical equation includes a zero, that means the overall result will be zero. This is another way of saying that energy is often the weakest link in the chain, and it is also the most fragile and elusive. It’s important. Get the audiobook on Audible at http://bit.ly/MoreEnergyHollins
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The truth is that to-do lists often don’t take context into account. Q1 and Q2 thinking solves that problem by forcing you to understand the difference between urgent and important. Most people don’t have a grasp of these blurry lines, but it can mean all the difference in your output. Related to this is the don’t-do list, also essentially seen in Q4 of the Eisenhower matrix. Most people know what they should be doing but not what they shouldn’t be doing. This is where you eliminate tasks that (1) are insignificant, (2) are a poor use of your time, (3) don’t help your bottom line or end purpose, and (4) have a serious case of diminishing returns the more you work on them. Get the audiobook on Audible at https://adbl.co/3HhRPIm
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Being mindful and meditating are not just ways to reduce stress and improve wellbeing; theyre techniques to strengthen self-awareness, lower reactivity and improve self-discipline. When you meditate, you activate the parts of your brain responsible for self-control, strengthening those neural connections. Meditation is not just a discrete activity but a way of life. Find ways to become aware throughout the day and use these feelings of calm control and mindfulness to reconnect to your self-discipline. Pause, become aware of whats going on inside you and outside you in your environment, and notice your thoughts and feelings without judgment or interpretation.
Focus on a few main principles for lasting motivation: visualizing in detail our goal, getting comfortable with being uncomfortable, and allowing our future selves to advise and guide our present selves. Finally, the most important may be to recognize that you will slip up, but will always be ready to forgive, learn from mistakes, and move on to be better next time. Email the show at Podcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment
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Another way to improve your to-do list is by using categories: immediate attention, in progress, follow-ups, upcoming, and ideas. This allows you to again sort by priority and make sure that you are properly addressing what needs to be addressed. Get the audiobook on Audible at https://adbl.co/3HhRPIm
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The irony is that simply having a little faith in yourself will start to shift things for you! As we’ve seen, gratitude, responsibility, honesty and allowing others to hold you accountable are great ways to improve your life, but there’s also a lot to be said for simply believing in yourself. Whatever your weaknesses are, whatever your obstacles, hold onto the idea that it can change, and you can change it. It’s this attitude that will most empower you. Every morning, wake up and say to yourself, “I can do this.” Your “this” will change day to day, but so long as you have self-belief, you will have a much greater chance of achieving it, whatever “this” is. Get the audiobook on Audible at http://bit.ly/41Habits
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Focus on a few main principles for lasting motivation. These include not waiting for a right time, taking baby steps, working from intrinsic motivation, avoid temptation outright, cutting distractions, monitoring impulses with mindfulness, visualizing in detail our goal, getting comfortable with being uncomfortable, and allowing our future selves to advise and guide our present selves. Email the show at Podcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment
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A to-do list hastily written on a Post-It might be one of the most ubiquitous tools for self-discipline and avoiding procrastination. It works on our psychology by manipulating dopamine, and this is one of the few instances that we can actually make our brains work for us. But ultimately, a to-do list just makes sure that things are not being forgotten or falling through the cracks, and it doesn’t necessarily assist you in doing more. It just prevents you from doing less. Thus, we need to level up the humble to-do list. We can start to do this by trimming the to-do list down to three items per day (yes, only three) to keep focused and lean. We can also set an intention or overall mission for the day and add only five (two big and three small) or nine (one big, three medium, and five small) tasks to the list in support of that mission. We can also add an element of reality-testing by evaluating your tasks through the metrics of seriousness, urgency, and growth in order to easily see what to prioritize.
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• Have a healthy attitude toward control—though there are things in life we never have control over, we are always in charge of our own reactions and actions. Try the Stoic exercise to help you identify what you can change, what you can’t, and practice the wisdom it takes to know the difference. • Self-disciplined people know that their success in life is their own responsibility, and they own it. They don’t blame others, complain, or wait for permission. They embrace the freedom of responsibility.
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For example, every day you could commit to walking for thirty minutes. You’re not committing to running a marathon or losing fifty pounds. All you have to focus on each day is walking thirty minutes, that’s it. You may certainly build up to the marathon or gradually lose all that weight, but that’s not what you focus on each day, each moment. Just take a baby step each day, then repeat it the next day. Biting off more than you can chew only means you give up sooner! Email the show at Podcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment
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Unscheduling is the radical opposite because it takes the focus off of work. In some ways, it is more realistic, because it dictates that you fill in your schedule with all of your nonnegotiables and life priorities. That way you can see how much time you actually have to work and think. It also allows you to see what is missing from your life and is harming you emotionally. Work comes last in this type of schedule, which is a weird thing to desire, but unless we have emotional energy and psychological comfort, then we will never get around to our tasks anyway, right? Get the audiobook on Audible at https://adbl.co/3HhRPIm
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Have a healthy attitude toward control—though there are things in life we never have control over, we are always in charge of our own reactions and actions. Try the Stoic exercise to help you identify what you can change, what you can’t, and practice the wisdom it takes to know the difference. Get the audiobook on Audible at http://bit.ly/41Habits
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• This kind of self-reflection allows you to see exactly what areas you need to work on and see whether your efforts are resulting in progress. • Depending on which aspects you identify as under-developed, you can do a lot to improve.
• To find positive mentors, reach out to others and network, or simply ask for help and advice from accomplished people.
• To develop sensory rich vision, make a goal collage or practice visualization to conjure up a vivid, five-sense image of the end you’re aiming for. To increase self-belief, actively court failure and rejection—to prove to yourself that your worth as a person doesn’t stem from these things. Meditation, mindfulness, and self-care also go a long way to cultivating self-compassion.
• To have better planning and organization, start by decluttering both your mind and workspace to cut down on distractions. Set up habits that allow you to atomate, delegate and concentrate.
• To build skills and education, keep reading. Become curious, and ask questions, learning where you can. To improve patience and perseverance, focus on the smallest, sustainable change you can make and keep up every day. To see work as play, change your language. Don’t say, “I have to do XYZ,” but instead say, “I choose to do XYZ.” Remember, nobody is forcing you to be the best version of yourself.
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• A schedule can be just a schedule in the way that a hammer can be just a hammer. But why not use it to its greatest potential instead of as something you only take out for passive purposes? Scheduling is powerful because it very clearly sets out our intentions and goals often on a daily or hourly basis. So why aren’t we using them more? In this chapter, we lay out two divergent methods of using a schedule: timeboxing and unscheduling. • Timeboxing is all about living in your calendar. Whatever is on your mind needs to be scheduled first and foremost. In this way, a calendar is a commitment device that keeps you on track, and organized as well, because timeboxing involves accounting for time, environment, context, energy, desire, and difficulty. It really is as simple as devoting yourself to a schedule and making sure that nothing falls through the cracks. It turns out that when we set out our intentions, we tend to keep them more often than not.
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• Willpower is a limited resource that can get depleted on the many tiny stressors and tensions of daily life. Lower your overall life stress and you free up more mental bandwidth to spend on what’s really important. Stress management should be a regular habit and not reserved for when you’re already struggling. • Finally, think of glucose as the physical analogue of willpower. Sip something sweet to replenish glucose (which your brain runs on) and you improve your self-control—just make sure you’re not overindulging in unhealthy sweet things.
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Working with the limitations of your own brain requires an honest appraisal of where you are and how you’re functioning. Make it a habit to routinely assess yourself on the following aspects, on a scale of one to ten: Sense of purpose, the presence of positive mentors, sensory rich vision, self-belief, planning and organization, education and skills, patient perseverance, and the ability to see work as play. Email the show at Podcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment
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The second set of instructions comes from Hungarian writer Mihaly Csíkszentmihályi and his flow theory. Flow is about moving and working effortlessly, to the point that you lose track of time and are engrossed in your task. Sounds nice, doesn’t it? He lists a set of requirements for achieving flow, but we will focus on the elements of having your actions pointed toward specific goals, a balance of challenge and ease, and feedback to let you know that you are making a difference, thus keeping you motivated toward chasing that feeling. Get the audiobook on Audible at https://adbl.co/3HhRPIm
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Dont beat yourself up—nobody every improved from a position of judgment and self-hate. Have compassion for yourself, be kind, forgive slip-ups, and keep focusing on the positives. You do not need to make yourself feel bad in order to improve. We all have moods that change and shift, but we also possess the ability to choose how we respond. We can allow ourselves to feel what we feel without letting moods disrupt our goals or commitment. Notice your moods as moods and choose not to react to them. Act instead from your rational, conscious mind.
Self-discipline is a means to reject the traits of reaction and retreat. It gives you something to actively work on every day and forces you to make decisions and take actions based on what you really need. Through that process, you will learn more about yourself than you ever have before. You’ll see why you made certain decisions in the past, and you’ll understand what kind of person you really are. Email the show at Podcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment
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We’ve gone through some of the psychological beasts that underlie the feeling of “lazy” and it turns out that we are beset by barriers, rather than a preference to be sloths. So what can we do with this knowledge? It doesn’t automatically launch us into action, but this chapter is about the second-best thing—providing formulas and workflows of sorts to break down what is missing from action. This way we don’t have to feel like we are winging it and instead can follow a set of simple instructions to get things done and exercise self-discipline. • The first set of instructions comes in the form of Patrick Keelan’s flowchart for action. He accurately sees that much of laziness comes from a lack of planning and presence, and his flowchart for action contains four simple steps to move you from Point A to Point B. Action plan? Are the steps small enough to act upon? Have I used the five-minute rule? Do I have any beliefs or rules keeping me back? Within each of those steps is also the solution to move to the next step of action.
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• Getting right in body, mind, and soul means adopting the attitudes and mindsets that make a self-disciplined life possible. Firstly, make a plan to reduce, remove, and avoid temptations. If you are proactive and pre-empt them, they have less impact on your life. • One of the biggest and most damaging myths is that we can only take action when the time is right or when we feel like it. The truth is that we can act even if we don’t have the motivation! Just start, and you’ll find that it’s the other way around: taking action inspires you. Get the audiobook on Audible at http://bit.ly/41Habits Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think.
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The pleasure principle asserts that the human mind does everything it can to seek out pleasure and avoid pain. It doesnt think; it doesnt analyze; it just acts like a blind animal urgently moving in the direction that it feels more pleasure and less pain. It doesnt have any sense of restraint. It is primal and unfiltered. It doesnt get simpler than that. An apt comparison, in fact, is a drug addict who will stop at nothing to get another taste of narcotics. Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home
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The main causes for so-called laziness include fear of judgment and negative emotion, fixed mindsets that make action feel useless, organizational issues that keep you confused and spiraling, and physical or mental deficiencies such as sleep, rest, nutrition, illness, and lack of alignment. Its not so much that we need to cure these issues, because that is a tall task without dedicated introspection, but if we are more aware of what drives us to act (or not), then we stand a chance of addressing it on a consistent basis. You may never truly overcome all of those issues, but for our purposes, breaking inertia is the goal.
Make sure you are scheduling in ample time to rest and recuperate, as well as time to acknowledge your progress and reward yourself. This is crucial for your ongoing success! Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home
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When you think of Buddhism, the world discipline is usually not far away. In fact, discipline is right at the core of Buddhist teachings. Its tenets emphasize maintaining a sense of control over one’s mind and body as a means to fulfillment. In fact, it preaches that we are naturally endowed with the ability to do what we want, and feel contentment at all times. However, we give up those feelings of control to someone or something outside of ourselves; we relinquish our own power to an external force that we perceive has more power. We say, “I can’t,” “I shouldn’t,” or “I won’t,” far more often than we should. We say it so much that we believe that fighting against these powers is useless, and thus we lose power over ourselves. In other words, when we tell ourselves we have no discipline, it ends up being true. Therefore, Buddhism teaches that a lack of personal power is illusory. It can be difficult to take that power back, but this, of course, is one of the first steps to self-discipline—believing that it’s possible and within your control. Part of the process involves knowing exactly how we’re being blocked or prohibited from exercising that control. To that end, there are five areas that cover most, if not all, of the sources of our trepidation in taking control of our lives. If you’re just starting to figure out where your shortcomings in self-discipline exist, these five areas are helpful to start investigating yourself. If you’re a grizzled veteran seeking new methods, these five areas may provide new perspective on familiar issues. Email the show at Podcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Get the audiobook on Audible at http://bit.ly/PowerOfSelfDiscipline Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think.
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When we label ourselves or others as lazy, are we really doing ourselves justice, or is there more to that simple and overused term? What can we learn about simple laziness to defeat it and perhaps set ourselves up for success? Laziness is not so much of a cause as it is a symptom of emotional or organizational issues that are present within our mindsets. It’s helpful to view these shortcomings as a series of cause-and-effect actions, because the reasons that we are not acting and not exercising self-discipline are more complex than you might realize. We’re not lazy; we have many psychological barriers that keep us firmly rooted in place. Take it easy on yourself, because nothing is as simple as “I don’t want to do it, so I won’t!”
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The question becomes: how can you strengthen your vagal tone? The most prominent way is to work on deep, diaphragmatic breathing, as breath is one of the vagus nerve’s key regulators. The more slowly and deeply you can breathe, the more you can summon this rest-and-digest mode and relax. In fact, making noises such as humming, chanting, or praying also invokes the same effect, as the vagus nerve is connected to the voice box and larynx. You can also practice splashing yourself (start with the face) with cold water, as it briefly evokes your fight-or-flight response, but then allows you to practice summoning your rest-and- digest response. The vagus nerve makes it clear that you have the ability to control your physical response, thus giving your brain the chance to think at peak performance. The vagus nerve is also the embodiment of the inseparable nature of the brain and the body. As the vagus nerve shows us, to boost your brain, you must focus on everything that supports and surrounds it. Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at Podcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Get the audiobook on Audible at http://bit.ly/brainboostblueprint Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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Working with the limitations of your own brain requires an honest appraisal of where you are and how you’re functioning. Make it a habit to routinely assess yourself on the following aspects, on a scale of one to ten: Sense of purpose, the presence of positive mentors, sensory rich vision, self-belief, planning and organization, education and skills, patient perseverance, and the ability to see work as play. This kind of self-reflection allows you to see exactly what areas you need to work on and see whether your efforts are resulting in progress. Email the show at Podcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Get the audiobook on Audible at http://bit.ly/PowerOfSelfDiscipline Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think.
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If you don’t have one already, establish a rock-solid morning routine that gets you started on the right foot. Each person has their own unique biorhythms, but most of us benefit from having regular sleep and wake times and healthy sleep habits.
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The vagus nerve is the embodiment of the phrase “mind-body connection.” Why is that? Because thats what it literally does. Its a cranial nerve that runs through the entire body, and through some smart manipulation, we can use this nerve to actually change what is happening in the brain. The vagus nerve demonstrates that sometimes the brain follows what the body experiences, and this is another angle through which we can boost our brain. Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home
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- Mental Model #28: Sturgeon's Law: 90% of everything is crap, so be selective with your time and energy. Start with the 10% absolute non-crap and slowly work your way out. This is a more restrictive version of the Pareto Principle in some ways.
- Mental Model #29-30: Parkinson's Laws: First, triviality can easily set in because it feels good to feel productive (even in minute ways) and voice your opinion. Know your real priorities and ask if progress is actually being made toward them. Second, work expands to fill the time it is given, so give it less time. Wanting to work at a relaxed pace often just causes self-sabotage.
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It sounds basic, but you cannot cultivate self-discipline without the foundation of a healthy lifestyle. You can fuel your willpower by considering how to fuel your body first. There are many different diet philosophies, and they all work, but one thing consistently shown to improve self-control is to maintain stable blood sugar levels. Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home
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Speaking of more neural connections, learning how to play an instrument or speak a new language literally activates dormant or underused parts of your brain. These skills provide different types of adaptations, and teach you patterns and processes and how to apply them to other areas of your life. They are both truly whole-brain activities that require integrating multitudes of new information and even muscle memory. Best of all, this type of neural growth can transfer to other disciplines and practices. Finally, what about just reading or saying information aloud? This simple act has been shown to improve thinking, cognition, memory, and comprehension through something called the production effect. Information reproduction requires a significant amount of active participation and engagement. As is this chapter’s theme, the more ways you process, engage, and challenge your brain, the more you will benefit from it. Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at Podcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Get the audiobook on Audible at http://bit.ly/brainboostblueprint Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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Mental Model #26: Hanlon's Razor: Malicious acts are far more likely to be explained by incompetence, stupidity, or neglect; assumptions about one's intentions are likely to be wrong. Improve your relationships by giving the benefit of the doubt and assuming, at worst, absent-mindedness. Mental Model #27: Pareto Principle: There is a natural distribution that tends to occur, where 20% of the actions we take are responsible for 80% of the results; thus, we should focus on the 20% for maximum input-to-output ratio. This is in the name of becoming results-driven and simply following what the data is telling you. This is not about cutting corners; it is about understanding what causes an impact. Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/mentalmodelshollins Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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To become more disciplined, focus on your bad habits and work not to eliminate them but replace them with better ones. Observe your current habits, understand the purpose they serve, their triggers and their results, and take action to rework them in your favor. With good habits in place, you need less self-discipline, not more. Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home
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The first piece of true brain training is to embrace novelty, challenge, and everything that makes you struggle a bit mentally. Thats when actual neural growth is occurring—just like the gym and physical fitness, if its not a little painful, then its probably not doing much for your goals. This is the real foundation of improving your mental performance through neuroplasticity. A simple way to think about this is: more exposure and more experience equals more brain cells and neural connections. This can be gained in easy ways, such as changing your daily routines or rituals, and simply stepping out of your comfort zone to seek more instances of unfamiliarity. Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home
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Mental Model #24: Murphy's Law: Anything that can go wrong will go wrong, so make sure it doesn't have the opportunity. Don't rely on just getting by; make sure that you are as fail-safe as possible. Mental Model #25: Occam's Razor: The simplest explanation with the fewest variables is most likely to be the correct one. Our instinct is to go for the most mentally available explanation, which says more about what we want to see or avoid.
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Choose a goal, set a timeframe, and then choose some appropriate metrics to track and monitor your progression. Keep this visible and concrete, to inspire you, give you a sense of focus and accomplishment, and help you troubleshoot and pre-empt problems. Get the audiobook on Audible at http://bit.ly/41Habits Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think.
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The efficacy of brain training programs has been dispelled multiple times. This is because we can’t necessarily train ourselves to be more intelligent, strictly speaking. We can, however, engage our brains in multiple and novel ways, and somewhat indirectly, become smarter as a result of that neural strengthening. We can improve our fluid intelligence, but not our crystal intelligence. This means that when we want to boost our brains, we’re not really focusing on “improving” the brain itself, but rather how to stimulate it and adapt to different situations. Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at Podcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Get the audiobook on Audible at http://bit.ly/brainboostblueprint Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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Mental Model #23: Avoid the Path of Least Resistance. Does something appear too easy? It's too good to be true. Avoid it. Seek resistance, because that's a sign that you are on the right path. On a daily basis, we are faced with two choices: the easy thing and the right thing. We usually don't even realize we have a choice, but when you start to honestly categorize your choices, you might discover that your instinct to avoid resistance is self-sabotage. Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/mentalmodelshollins Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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Make a promise to yourself that even though you may occasionally have setbacks, you will never skip your task for two days in a row. One day is understandable, but two days makes a habit. If you slip up, go into learning mode and ask why so you can ensure you don’t do the same the following day. Get the audiobook on Audible at http://bit.ly/41Habits Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think.
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When it comes to relaxing, there are a few methods that run counter to what you might assume is most helpful. Some people just want to turn into a vegetable on the couch, and that works, to a certain degree. But video games, television, and reading are all excellent ways of combining rest, relaxation, and beneficial mental engagement. They all emphasize different modes of thought— video games force you to adapt to quicker reaction speeds and problem- solving; reading and television allow you to inhabit the minds of others. The media itself is not important, actually; it’s just that it is pleasurable mental engagement that leaves you feeling better about yourself after the fact. Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at Podcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Get the audiobook on Audible at http://bit.ly/brainboostblueprint Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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Mental Model #22: Avoid To-Do Lists. In fact, construct don't-do lists. Narrowing down what you should be avoiding, and what really doesn't matter, will drastically free up your time. This means you will have less stress and anxiety and know exactly what your priorities are. Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/mentalmodelshollins Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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Impulses are the polar opposite of self-discipline, and they are things we must consciously train against indulging in. Oh, but its hard. Impulses are behind every subconscious thought that we struggle to rein in. How can we ever hope to combat this? Generally, we must try to interject space and time between a thought and an action. We can do this by simply counting slowly to 10, labeling your thoughts and feelings, writing down the facts of a situation, and asking yourself why five times and making sure to answer honestly. Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home
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Practicing meditation and mindfulness is the most predictable tip for relaxation. Stop ruminating on the past or the future. Try to not even focus on the present. Attempt to clear your mind and think only about one thing, such as your breathing. It sounds like the easiest thing in the world, and yet, you’ll struggle to do it. But pursuing this seemingly tiny goal will result in massive neurological changes that will improve your resistance to stress and anxiety, and wire your system for more resilience. Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at Podcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think.
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It's easy to start and maintain a mini habit. Remember, this is how you start to address the person you are training yourself to be. First, you think about a regular goal you'd like to pursue. It can be vague, like "fitness," or it can be more specific, like "Work out 45 minutes or more every day." Once you establish the end goal, you can then minify it into the smallest behavior that gets the process started. Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at HollinsPodcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/mindovermatterhollins Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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All of us have natural advantages in some things, and despite how hard we work, we will never be more than mediocre in other areas. Recognize your strengths, and while you shouldn't stop trying to improve upon your weaknesses, understand where you will have the most impact. Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/mentalmodelshollins Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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Impulses are the polar opposite of self-discipline, and they are things we must consciously train against indulging in. Oh, but it’s hard. Impulses are behind every subconscious thought that we struggle to rein in. How can we ever hope to combat this? Generally, we must try to interject space and time between a thought and an action. We can do this by simply counting slowly to 10, labeling your thoughts and feelings, writing down the facts of a situation, and asking yourself why five times and making sure to answer honestly. Practical Self-Discipline: Become a Relentless Goal-Achieving and Temptation-Busting Machine (A Guide for Procrastinators, Slackers, and Couch Potatoes) By Peter Hollins Get the audiobook on Audible at https://bit.ly/practicalselfdiscipline Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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Stoicism is about finding your power within—your self-control and discipline to live a good life. Marcus Aurelius, a Roman emperor who championed Stoic philosophy, advanced the idea that the quality of your life would depend on your ability to use reason as the ruling element in the way you conduct yourself, deal with others, and handle situations. He advocated mental toughness amidst adversity and fortitude of character amidst miseries. Stoicism recognizes the hardships inherent in life as well as the reality and inevitability of death. Acknowledging that such are inescapable in the human condition, adherents of Stoic philosophy strive to veer away from complaining about such things and instead shift their focus to those that are within human power to change and control—the perspective and attitude taken in the face of challenge and adversity.
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Rene Descartes invented modern geometry, was a leading physicist, and was one of the most prominent Western philosophers in history. He is most famous for his investigations on the essence of knowledge and what could and could not be proven. This was eventually reduced down to the statement that if one thinks, they exist. I think, therefore I am. Imhotep is a name long lost to history, despite his influence in ancient Egypt. He was the physician to the pharaohs that he served, and he was the architect for the first pyramids in Egyptian history. His engineering prowess didn’t stop at the pyramids, however, as he was responsible for much of the early irrigation that allowed the Egyptian civilization to channel the power of the Nile. Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/polymathhollins
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Sometimes a mental sabbatical is just what you need. Actually, this should be an essential part of your daily, weekly, and monthly routine. We all need to disconnect and recharge; our brains are incapable of functioning at a high level without that rest. Consider this chapter in combination with the chapter on neurofitness and once again the holistic mind-body connection cannot be ignored, and must be cultivated. Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at Podcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Get the audiobook on Audible at http://bit.ly/brainboostblueprint Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think.
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Mental Model #20: Avoiding Thinking Like an Expert. Experts think about the big picture and sometimes can't be bothered with small details. Small details, counterintuitively, are mostly paid attention to by novices, because they are absorbing new information and going slowly through a process. Thinking like an expert in a given field will probably mean that you make small mistakes because you engage in assumptive thinking and focus on overall effects and conception. Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/mentalmodelshollins Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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Impulses are the antithesis of self-discipline. They are unpredictable urges that can take over at any point. Studies have shown that impulses are stronger during emotional reactions. Thus, battling impulses is about putting as much time as possible between an emotional reaction and the actual response you give. Delaying tactics, in other words. You can use the 10 second/minute rule, label your feelings, write down the facts of a situation without regard to your personal perspective, and ask "why" five times to understand the root of the impulse. Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at HollinsPodcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/mindovermatterhollins Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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Next, we come to the practice of discomfort and all that it entails. By definition, anything that requires exercising self-discipline is uncomfortable. We’d rather not do it, otherwise it would be known as fun. This puts us in a quandary; sometimes there is nothing else we can do but suck it up and push forward, despite all the tactics and mindsets we’ve discussed in this book. At some point, we will have to be uncomfortable, and sometimes life is just a matter of how much discomfort you can stomach. Thus, we must practice it, and we will eventually grow immune to an extent. Practicing discomfort is like a vaccine against your impulses and weak moments. When you can slowly gain perspective that discomfort is not so bad and ultimately temporary, you’ll be amazed at what you can accomplish. Practical Self-Discipline: Become a Relentless Goal-Achieving and Temptation-Busting Machine (A Guide for Procrastinators, Slackers, and Couch Potatoes) By Peter Hollins Get the audiobook on Audible at https://bit.ly/practicalselfdiscipline Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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We can't help it; it's how we've been indoctrinated from childhood. Of course, it's not necessarily wrong either. I'm talking about our drive to reach toward achievements instead of avoiding negative consequences. Where other chapters of this book are about mental models, we introduce anti-mental models here to represent how you can achieve just as much if you only focus on one thing: avoidance. Mental Model #19: Avoid Direct Goals. Direct goals are like shooting for the moon, while anti-goals, or inverse goals, are about avoiding crashing into the earth and doing everything to prevent that from happening. This has just as good a chance of achieving the outcome you want through direct goals, but it might get you there quicker and more efficiently. Simply articulate the factors involved in a worst-case scenario, then devote your time to preventing them.
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Finally, utilize self-testing and practicing drawing information out of your brain instead of trying to stuff information into it. This may be counterintuitive, but the more we can engage in mini tests, the better we memorize and learn. This is known as retrieval practice, as you are retrieving information. Though this is mostly done through the context of flashcards, the overarching lesson is that we must be active in our efforts. The bigger the struggle, the deeper the learning and memorization. When you force yourself to learn, well, you will learn. There is no real shortcut. Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/neurolearninghollins Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think.
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Stoicism is about finding your power within—your self-control and discipline to live a good life. Marcus Aurelius, a Roman emperor who championed Stoic philosophy, advanced the idea that the quality of your life would depend on your ability to use reason as the ruling element in the way you conduct yourself, deal with others, and handle situations. He advocated mental toughness amidst adversity and fortitude of character amidst miseries. Stoicism recognizes the hardships inherent in life as well as the reality and inevitability of death. Acknowledging that such are inescapable in the human condition, adherents of Stoic philosophy strive to veer away from complaining about such things and instead shift their focus to those that are within human power to change and control—the perspective and attitude taken in the face of challenge and adversity.
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Thomas Young is a curious case, because few people know him by name, but instead know him as the one who proved Newton’s theories wrong. Obviously this required deep knowledge of physics and the scientific method. Young was also one of the main driving forces behind deciphering the Egyptian language of hieroglyphics through his work on translating the Rosetta Stone. All of this, despite his primary training as a physician. Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/polymathhollins Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at HollinsPodcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment
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Peer pressure can be positive. The sad truth is that we are products of our physical and social environments. With regards to the latter, the people around us can sometimes make or break us. Thus, we can construct our social circles to help us become more self-discipline. You can use accountability partners, role models, mentors, and teachers. You can also dip into the dark side and use the negative emotions of public shame and embarrassment to keep you accountable. After all, we work harder to avoid a punch in the face than to eat our favorite food. Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at HollinsPodcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/mindovermatterhollins Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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- Mental Model #18: Get Back to First Principles. When we try to solve problems, oftentimes we attempt to follow methods or a specific path just because they are the conventional means. But are they the best? First principles thinking strips away assumptions and leaves you with only a set of facts and a desired outcome. From there, you can forge your own solution. Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/mentalmodelshollins Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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So far, we’ve looked at romantic relationships and sex, connections with family and community, and the value of taking it easy and laughing at it all once in a while. All of these things can add to our social health and well-being, making us feel like we’re a part of the world, which in turn lowers stress and keeps our brains ticking over properly. But there’s one more way in which we can be connected to the world and to others around us, and it’s not something we’re primed to think of all that often in the modern Western world: our ancestors. Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at Podcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Get the audiobook on Audible at http://bit.ly/brainboostblueprint Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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Next, we come to the practice of discomfort and all that it entails. By definition, anything that requires exercising self-discipline is uncomfortable. We’d rather not do it, otherwise it would be known as fun. This puts us in a quandary; sometimes there is nothing else we can do but suck it up and push forward, despite all the tactics and mindsets we’ve discussed in this book. At some point, we will have to be uncomfortable, and sometimes life is just a matter of how much discomfort you can stomach. Thus, we must practice it, and we will eventually grow immune to an extent. Practicing discomfort is like a vaccine against your impulses and weak moments. When you can slowly gain perspective that discomfort is not so bad and ultimately temporary, you’ll be amazed at what you can accomplish. Practical Self-Discipline: Become a Relentless Goal-Achieving and Temptation-Busting Machine (A Guide for Procrastinators, Slackers, and Couch Potatoes) By Peter Hollins Get the audiobook on Audible at https://bit.ly/practicalselfdiscipline Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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Spaced repetition implores you to focus on frequency rather than duration of learning. This has been proven to be more effective than most other conventional study schedules. This is why cramming during an all-nighter doesn’t work so well and why planning your study schedule is of utmost importance. Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/neurolearninghollins
Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think.
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Remind yourself that you only need to make small, consistent changes for the better, not fix everything at once. Budget your self-discipline wisely. Challenging yourself unnecessarily by being overly ambitious with your goal or having unrealistic expectations for yourself only depletes your self-discipline while setting you up for failure. Rather, move toward your goal with smaller, easier baby steps, and use crutches to overcome inevitable setbacks.
Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at HollinsPodcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Hear it here - http://bit.ly/philosophieshollins Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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Polymaths have strange, winding life paths when looked at in hindsight. But there is quite a bit that we can learn simply from analyzing the lives and approaches of some particularly notable polymaths from history. They show what can be done through a combination of knowledge, hard work, and pure curiosity that must be satiated. First we must start with the most famous polymath of them all, Leonardo da Vinci. He excelled in just about everything, though you probably know him for his artwork. But he was also a military strategist, sculptor, anatomist, and machinist to name a few. Johann von Goethe was referred to as the inventor of the German language because his literary works were so influential and important to German culture. However, he also found time to become a famous botanist, and rose in the ranks of German political structure to become the war commissioner and oversaw a series of tax reforms. Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/polymathhollins
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What kind of discipline style should you use, abstinence or moderation? Abstinence provides that there are no exceptions allowed, and it actually gives you a sense of freedom because you won't have to negotiate with yourself on when to start, stop, and feel satisfied. Moderation is when you accept a certain amount of deviation, as long as you can meet your goals and milestones you set out beforehand. There is also freedom here because you can indulge and not feel like you are missing out on anything. Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at HollinsPodcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/mindovermatterhollins Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
abstinence #moderation #WhichIsYourStyleOfSelf-Discipline-ModerationOrAbstinence? #MindOverMatter #RussellNewton #NewtonMG #PeterHollins #TheScienceofSelf
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The SCAMPER method stands for seven techniques that help direct thinking toward novel ideas and solutions: (S) substitute, (C) combine, (A) adapt, (M) minimize/magnify, (P) put to another use, (E) eliminate, and (R) reverse. Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/mentalmodelshollins Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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Scientists discovered long ago that social animals have different (and bigger!) brains than animals that are solitary. In mammals especially, brain size correlates with complexity of social interaction. The reason is obvious: to understand another’s motivations, to develop language, to engage with others, to fight, to flirt, to gossip, to remember names, to negotiate—all of this takes considerable brain power. It goes the other way too: when a social animal like a human being is lonely or alienated, he suffers not just mentally, but physically. We evolved in a complex, social world of small groups, and to this day we function better when we have friends, romantic partners, and family members to share life with. Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at Podcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Get the audiobook on Audible at http://bit.ly/brainboostblueprint Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
BrainBoostBlueprint #Loneliness #OscarYberra #Yberra #PeterHollins #TheScienceofSelf #WeWereMeanttoMingle #RussellNewton #NewtonMG
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Finally, polymaths can be described as relentless. How else would you describe people with deep knowledge in multiple realms? Being relentless can be defined as overcoming obstacles and discomfort at all costs. And yet often, the only true cost is simply being uncomfortable. Polymaths have the utmost self-discipline because starting from ground zero, even if you are interested in a topic, is difficult, tiring, and can cause mass confusion. But that’s life. And being comfortable with this uncertainty is a skill that makes you relentless toward getting to point B. Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at HollinsPodcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Hear it here - https://bit.ly/learnlikeapolymath Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human ps ychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
aurelius #MarcusAurelius #PracticeBeingUncomfortableForLongTermRewards #LearnLikeaPolymath #RussellNewton #NewtonMG #PeterHollins #TheScienceofSelf
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The final piece of the puzzle for greater self-discipline and sticking to your guns is to change your thoughts. Thoughts, of course, lead to behavior, and behavior is what we want to change in the end. In this chapter, we talk about three specific ways to change the way that you think about taking action versus lying on the couch. First, we come to the Ulysses pact, or as I would call it, coerced compliance. It’s the act of burning your bridges and not allowing yourself to make a detrimental choice in the heat of the moment or out of a lack of self-awareness. When you find that you have no choice, and you must actually sit with your thoughts and work through things, that’s just what you’ll do. There is no easier path of least resistance, and there is no escape. If you can smartly plan and make this choice beforehand using commitment devices such as the Ulysses pact, then you no longer have to exercise self-discipline per se. Practical Self-Discipline: Become a Relentless Goal-Achieving and Temptation-Busting Machine (A Guide for Procrastinators, Slackers, and Couch Potatoes) By Peter Hollins Get the audiobook on Audible at https://bit.ly/practicalselfdiscipline Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
ADHD #Circe #Homer #Kaizen #Leeds #Odyssey #RobLawlor #Ulysses #AdjustYourPsychologyToIncreaseSelf-DisciplineAndKillProcrastination #RussellNewton #NewtonMG #PeterHollins #TheScienceofSelf
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Emotion is a powerful information retention tool. This is because our brains are wired to prefer emotional, vivid, and outlier information. It helped keep us alive, it’s more engaging, and it just tends to stick more easily. Thus, if we can associate information with emotion, vivid imagery, memorable stories (of your own creation), then we stand a better chance of retaining. There are simply more subconscious hooks for our conscious brain to pluck information from our memory banks; emotion is a considerable hook. Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/neurolearninghollins Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think.
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Dunlosky #JohnDunlosky #ConstructingVividImagery #NeuroLearning #RussellNewton #NewtonMG #PeterHollins #TheScienceofSelf
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A major key is to have the skills be related. This means you shouldn’t just focus on your strengths, which oddly enough can hold you back. Take a look at the top performers in your field to see what various skill stacks they possess. When you know what you want to increase your proficiency in, it’s as easy as reading a couple of books or a few articles, attending a few lectures, and gaining some basic exposure. This alone will make you better informed and prepared than 90 percent of the general population—this positions you as an expert! This is using the concept of polymathy in the best way for your specific life circumstances. Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/polymathhollins
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Related to this is the don’t-do list, also essentially seen in Q4 of the Eisenhower matrix. Most people know what they should be doing but not what they shouldn’t be doing. This is where you eliminate tasks that (1) are insignificant, (2) are a poor use of your time, (3) don’t help your bottom line or end purpose, and (4) have a serious case of diminishing returns the more you work on them. Practical Self-Discipline: Become a Relentless Goal-Achieving and Temptation-Busting Machine (A Guide for Procrastinators, Slackers, and Couch Potatoes) By Peter Hollins Get the audiobook on Audible at https://bit.ly/practicalselfdiscipline Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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Self-explanation (elaborative interrogation) and the Feynman technique are the final tools for better information synthesis. When we are forced to try to explain concepts through self-inquiry, we will quickly discover what we do know and what we don’t know at all. These are called blind spots, and they are far more common than you might like to think. Can you explain why the sky is blue or how gravity works? Probably not off the top of your head, even though you think you understand those concepts. The Feynman technique is an offshoot of self-explanation that helps find blind spots as well, with an added component of using an analogy to explain what you think you know. This is probably the most powerful tool because it instantly makes you feel ignorant—a positive thing in the realm of learning. Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/neurolearninghollins
Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think.
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On the other hand, dual coding involves representing new information using both visual and text-based cues. Though some topics are tricky to portray using visual aids, we can make use of different tools such as mind maps, flow charts, etc., alongside simple written text. The aim is to give information more methods of sticking in your long-term memory. Rapid Knowledge Acquisition & Synthesis: How to Quickly Learn, Comprehend, and Apply, and Master New Information and Skills (Learning how to Learn Book 11) Get the audiobook on Audible at https://bit.ly/rapidknowledge Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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Our identities do not come in a vacuum; we identify ourselves largely by our background, culture, and upbringing. These are all aspects of our social nature as humans: humans are social animals, and this means that other people are an essential part of our healthy functioning and happiness. This is no different for our brains.
Sex has been shown to improve cognitive functioning as well as overall life satisfaction and happiness (no surprise on this one). But it’s a blurry assertion that the pure mechanical act of sex itself improves brain health—it is likely instead tied to the emotional, social bonding, and supportive aspects that often go hand-in-hand with sex. In any case, deny yourself of this natural and primal human urge to your detriment.
Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at Podcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Get the audiobook on Audible at http://bit.ly/brainboostblueprint Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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Polymaths embody the beginner mindset, which is actually far more useful than the expert mindset. When you’re a beginner, you have ten times more questions than answers. And that’s a good thing. It makes you listen and question and dig deeper. Experts all too often fall into the trap of assuming they know too much, which inevitably causes blind spots. The beginner mindset should be applied in combination with critical thinking, and together they create a worthy line of inquiry. Polymaths have belief in themselves. Whether it is well-placed or delusional, they believe that they will reach their goal. Many people are their own worst enemies when it comes to learning. But this speaks to something even more fundamental: the belief of agency, or ability to act and achieve. This means that output equals input, within reasonable expectations. One cannot reach a goal if they don’t believe they are capable of it first. Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at HollinsPodcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Hear it here - https://bit.ly/learnlikeapolymath Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human ps ychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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In personal development, kaizen can be used to focus on gradual, consistent changes that lead to improvement. Kaizen is a Japanese concept which literally means “change for good.” It is a philosophy that focuses on process rather than outcome and emphasizes order, discipline, and frugality. In the kaizen way, what is given premium is not the instantaneous achievement of grand goals, but the consistent, incremental improvements you implement in your daily life. The principles of kaizen are useful in improving your own self-discipline, as it provides a no-nonsense, tangible method for optimizing your actions such that self-control becomes a habit and progress is steadily realized. It offers a framework for thinking about your processes in order to identify the actions that work for you and those that don’t. When appraising a process, look closely at the actions you are taking. Asking yourself the who, what, where, when, why, and how of your situations helps you paint a mental picture of the overall flow of your actions. This will also make it easier for you to pinpoint and address occasions where you create “muda,” which is waste or the opposite of what you’re trying to achieve. Kaizen teaches that the goal is to produce without waste. Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at HollinsPodcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Hear it here - http://bit.ly/philosophieshollins Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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Mental Model #16 Storytell in Reverse. When it comes to causation, sometimes we just need to get better at thinking in a certain manner. You have a visual aid in a fishbone diagram, which goes on to document causes of causes and so on. This is storytelling in reverse because you start with a conclusion and you work backward through sometimes ambiguous means. Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/mentalmodelshollins Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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Finally, we may need to readjust our expectations regarding success and learning. Our ideas of the path to success are severely skewed by how the people themselves are presented. Studies showed that digging into the failures and detours of famously successful people greatly increased the resiliency of students. In a sense, success is a game of numbers, where you must attempt a certain amount of times (with corresponding failures) to even put yourself in a position to succeed. Hear it here - https://bit.ly/selflearningblueprinthollins Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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Cartoonist Scott Adams coined the term skill stacking, and it’s about developing the best combination of traits and skills for your particular purpose. A skill stack is something you likely already possess. It’s based on the concept that you can’t rely on one skill or proficiency to stand out in whatever you are trying to accomplish. Only 1 percent of us can be in the top 1 percent of a skill, and that likely won’t be you. Thus, we should create a skill stack that is composed of three or four interrelated skills that you have reached the top 10– 15 percent of. It’s a realistic goal and will set you apart from your competition. Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/polymathhollins
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Besides the things we do while learning, we must also focus on the things we do while we aren’t studying. Elements like sleep and exercise have time and again been proven to enhance how much information we can retain, and we must focus on those activities to ensure we remain as productive as possible. While sleep is when our brain consolidates new information that we received while awake, exercise makes us alert and more receptive to learning, especially if we exercise just before studying. Unfortunately, both of these factors are often overlooked or shirked in favor of blindly trying to learn more and more. Rapid Knowledge Acquisition & Synthesis: How to Quickly Learn, Comprehend, and Apply, and Master New Information and Skills (Learning how to Learn Book 11) Get the audiobook on Audible at https://bit.ly/rapidknowledge Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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Use the if-then technique to make your decisions before you have to decide to exercise self-discipline. Our worst decisions come when we rely on our strength of character. Thus, plan around them. If X, then Y can be your new best friend, and it is applicable in just about everything we encounter on a daily basis. It turns out we behave better when linked to other things. Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at HollinsPodcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/mindovermatterhollins Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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You can use principles of conditioning to set up your life in such a way that your environment supports your self-discipline instead of undermining it. Make an honest assessment of your environment and try to identify the external factors that influence and shape your behavior. Maintain and strengthen the factors that fuel your self- discipline, and remove or alter those that unnecessarily challenge your self-control. When it comes to learning and molding behaviors, reinforcement is better than punishment. However, genuine internal motivation beats both reinforcement and punishment. While this appears to counter a strictly behaviorist view, bringing the concept of intrinsic motivation into the picture recognizes the capability of human beings to be driven not just by the pursuit of pleasure and the avoidance of pain, but by their values, deeper motivations, and larger goals.
Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at HollinsPodcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Hear it here - http://bit.ly/philosophieshollins Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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Second, polymaths live experimentally. This isn’t to say that they are always conducting traditional scientific experiments; rather, they’re applying the scientific method by analyzing and investigating whatever they come across. They feel safe doing this and simply want to gain new information and sate their curiosity. It’s almost like they cannot stop themselves from doing it. Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at HollinsPodcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Hear it here - https://bit.ly/learnlikeapolymath Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human ps ychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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Thinking about or asking what you’re grateful for activates certain neural circuits that produce dopamine and serotonin, the neurotransmitters that regulate our pleasure centers and mood levels. They then travel the neural pathways to the “bliss” center of the brain, much like a prescribed antidepressant. The more you stimulate these neural pathways, the stronger and more automatic they become, and the more your resilience and calm become a natural way of living. Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at Podcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Get the audiobook on Audible at http://bit.ly/brainboostblueprint Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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Separate Correlation From Causation. They are entirely different things. Forcing a relationship where none exists will cause you to chase the wrong issue. In addition, you must separate proximate cause from root cause - root cause is what we always want, and it can be reached through a series of questions. Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/mentalmodelshollins Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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Self-explanation (elaborative interrogation) and the Feynman technique are the final tools for better information synthesis. When we are forced to try to explain concepts through self-inquiry, we will quickly discover what we do know and what we don’t know at all. These are called blind spots, and they are far more common than you might like to think. Can you explain why the sky is blue or how gravity works? Probably not off the top of your head, even though you think you understand those concepts. The Feynman technique is an offshoot of self-explanation that helps find blind spots as well, with an added component of using an analogy to explain what you think you know. This is probably the most powerful tool because it instantly makes you feel ignorant—a positive thing in the realm of learning. Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/neurolearninghollins Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think.
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The truth is that to-do lists often don’t take context into account. Q1 and Q2 thinking solves that problem by forcing you to understand the difference between urgent and important. Most people don’t have a grasp of these blurry lines, but it can mean all the difference in your output. Related to this is the don’t-do list, also essentially seen in Q4 of the Eisenhower matrix. Most people know what they should be doing but not what they shouldn’t be doing. This is where you eliminate tasks that (1) are insignificant, (2) are a poor use of your time, (3) don’t help your bottom line or end purpose, and (4) have a serious case of diminishing returns the more you work on them. Practical Self-Discipline: Become a Relentless Goal-Achieving and Temptation-Busting Machine (A Guide for Procrastinators, Slackers, and Couch Potatoes) By Peter Hollins Get the audiobook on Audible at https://bit.ly/practicalselfdiscipline Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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Self-discipline and habits are innately intertwined. In fact, habits are the natural goal for self-discipline; self-disciplined acts require conscious effort until the point it becomes a natural habit. Make it a habit to think about a self-discipline formula, either the one in this book, or one of your own making. It's another way of visualizing exactly what forces are at play regarding your self-discipline. My favorite version: Self-discipline = (personal motivation + positive benefits) ? (discomfort + distractions). Here, if the right side of the equation turns out positive, then you have the pre-requisites for self-discipline. Thus, it becomes a matter of understanding the positive forces (motivation and benefits) and the negative forces (discomfort and distractions) and how they manifest in your life. You may even discover that you are neglecting a few factors, which is just setting yourself up for failure.
Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at HollinsPodcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/mindovermatterhollins Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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Now, we get to failure. We will inevitably fail. It is a statistical eventuality. But failure is actually the blueprint for success. A concept called productive failure applies specifically to learning. Struggling and twisting and turning over a concept or theory leads to greater overall understanding and context than simply being handed the answer. Anticipate frustration but don't succumb to it, as it will turn out better in the long run. This may not make you feel better, but it will make you learn better. Hear it here - https://bit.ly/selflearningblueprinthollins Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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Behaviorism is the idea that the environment shapes all behavior. To control yourself, take steps to exercise control over your environment. B.F. Skinner, a forerunner of the behaviorist school of psychology, theorized that human beings behave the way they do because they have been conditioned by their environment to do so. According to this view, all behaviors are therefore learned responses shaped by external factors. Skinner pioneered the concept of operant conditioning, a process in which behavior is shaped by reinforcement and punishment. Reinforcement pertains to those consequences of a behavior that make that behavior more likely to occur again in the future. Positive reinforcement involves the provision of a pleasant or rewarding consequence, while negative reinforcement consists of removing an unpleasant circumstance after a certain behavior. Both types of reinforcement condition a person to repeat the behavior in the time to come. Punishment, in contrast with reinforcement, is anything that makes a behavior less likely to occur again in the future. When a behavior is punished, the person learns to avoid doing the same behavior again. You can use principles of conditioning to set up your life in such a way that your environment supports your self-discipline instead of undermining it. Make an honest assessment of your environment and try to identify the external factors that influence and shape your behavior.
Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at HollinsPodcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Hear it here - http://bit.ly/philosophieshollins Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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Some simple actions can also work in the same way to concentrate our efforts and ground us. Chewing gum and doodling while you are thinking or speaking has been shown to improve memory and focus. Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at Podcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Get the audiobook on Audible at http://bit.ly/brainboostblueprint Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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This chapter is all about exactly what might be worth your time to learn and become polymathic in. Yes, it’s true that our polymath role models all seemed to possess talents in both arts and sciences. That is to say that there was usually a mixture of soft and hard skills. Albert Einstein himself was a large proponent of what he called combinatory play, in which he would indulge in playing the violin when stuck on a particularly vexing problem to clear his mind and find different perspectives. Indeed, this tactic is something we can also channel when we think about what to spend our time on. Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/polymathhollins
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Besides the things we do while learning, we must also focus on the things we do while we aren’t studying. Elements like sleep and exercise have time and again been proven to enhance how much information we can retain, and we must focus on those activities to ensure we remain as productive as possible. While sleep is when our brain consolidates new information that we received while awake, exercise makes us alert and more receptive to learning, especially if we exercise just before studying. Unfortunately, both of these factors are often overlooked or shirked in favor of blindly trying to learn more and more. Rapid Knowledge Acquisition & Synthesis: How to Quickly Learn, Comprehend, and Apply, and Master New Information and Skills (Learning how to Learn Book 11) Get the audiobook on Audible at https://bit.ly/rapidknowledge Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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The set of knowledge that a polymath has may differ completely from another polymath, but at their cores, they are extremely similar. This is because of the drive, curiosity, and openness required to become pi or comb-shaped, as opposed to just T-shaped. For instance, do you think that someone like Leonardo da Vinci looked at a problem he was unfamiliar with and said, “Someone else will take care of that, I’m going to take a nap”? Probably not. The first mental trait of polymaths is extreme adaptability and openness. Whatever the obstacle, it can be navigated or circumvented. It can be solved. To achieve this, you must embody flexible and resourceful thinking, and not be bound by convention or personal habit. You must be open to new perspectives and the unfamiliar and novel. For instance, who was the first person to look at a cow’s udders and think that they should drink what comes out? Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at HollinsPodcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Hear it here - https://bit.ly/learnlikeapolymath Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human ps ychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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- Mental Model #13: Peer Review Your Perspectives. Many of the ways we fail at solving problems are related to our inability to look at other perspectives. In fact, we should be continually checking our perspectives through triangulation against those of others. Thinking and solving in a vacuum will never work because if you didn't experience it firsthand, it won't make sense to you.
- Mental Model #14: Find Your Own Flaws. This mental model is about resisting the comforting allure of confirmation bias and attempting to scrutinize yourself before others ever get the chance. Assume that you are wrong; this especially applies to interpersonal relationships. If you assume that you are at least 1% responsible for conflict, then your illusion of superiority and infallibility is broken, an important factor in social interaction. https://www.buymeacoffee.com/RussellNewton Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/mentalmodelshollins Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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Information synthesis is the second branch of effective learning in a way that our brain likes. Synthesis, or comprehension and understanding by other names, is probably the true bedrock of what we would usually consider learning. It’s taking on a new concept or set of information and knowing it inside and out. It’s knowing the context it fits in and seeing it from as many angles as possible to ensure that understanding is true and thorough, especially with regard to blind spots. That sounds like a tall order, and it is. But it’s this very struggle and slog that cements understanding and retention. It’s not necessarily “no pain, no gain” but the brain simply sees no reason to remember something if there is no apparent reason to (i.e., it is not forced to work for it). Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/neurolearninghollins
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Aside from knowledge of the cycle and what you tend to fall prey to, there are specific ways to deal with four of the five phases of the cycle. Regarding unhelpful assumptions, instead embody the empowering belief of the 40% rule. Regarding discomfort, change your expectations and actively practice discomfort to build your mental toughness. Regarding excuses, learn how to reframe your excuses and stop falling into the common traps and self-lies. Regarding avoidance activities, it's a matter of out of sight, out of mind; if you cannot find distractions, you cannot avoid. Other general considerations for beating the cycle of lacking self-discipline are creating goals to reduce discomfort and improve time management, and developing skills to stop making excuses so frequently. Beat the cycle!
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Another way to improve your to-do list is by using categories: immediate attention, in progress, follow-ups, upcoming, and ideas. This allows you to again sort by priority and make sure that you are properly addressing what needs to be addressed. Practical Self-Discipline: Become a Relentless Goal-Achieving and Temptation-Busting Machine (A Guide for Procrastinators, Slackers, and Couch Potatoes) By Peter Hollins Get the audiobook on Audible at https://bit.ly/practicalselfdiscipline Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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The second step to overcoming our internal obstacles is to understand how to be more academically buoyant. Academic buoyancy articulates five traits that either empower you toward the process of learning or cause you to give up. The traits are: composure, confidence, coordination, commitment, and control. Academic buoyancy is perhaps better framed as resilience: the ability to adapt to stressful situations. Hear it here - https://bit.ly/selflearningblueprinthollins Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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Another incredibly useful trick is to introduce variety into our learning methods. Whether this be shifting our physical locations while learning or reading about different topics simultaneously, variety helps our brain absorb information into our long-term memory much more effectively than when we stick to one topic and study it in one physical location throughout. This is because information is often context-specific. Rapid Knowledge Acquisition & Synthesis: How to Quickly Learn, Comprehend, and Apply, and Master New Information and Skills (Learning how to Learn Book 11) Get the audiobook on Audible at https://bit.ly/rapidknowledge Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think.
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Thus, we come to a special method of note-taking that yours truly put together. It’s not easy, but that’s kind of the point. • The four steps are: (1) normal notetaking with as much detail as you can, (2) summarizing the information in your own words, clarifying the significance and noting questions, (3) connecting this particular piece of information to the lesson at large, and then (4) answering remaining questions and then summarizing each distinct page or section again. Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/polymathhollins
Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think.
Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at HollinsPodcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment
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Sometimes a mental sabbatical is just what you need. Actually, this should be an essential part of your daily, weekly, and monthly routine. We all need to disconnect and recharge; our brains are incapable of functioning at a high level without that rest. Consider this chapter in combination with the chapter on neurofitness and once again the holistic mind-body connection cannot be ignored, and must be cultivated. Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at Podcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Get the audiobook on Audible at http://bit.ly/brainboostblueprint Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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Once you’re comfortable with drawing analogies, you can also follow some simple steps to make sure you get the most out of them. Try to refrain from using analogies for simple concepts and reserve them only for difficult ones to avoid confusion. Use plenty of concrete examples to simplify abstract concepts and information. Additionally, you should review the purpose of your analogy from time to time, since it can be easy to remember the comparison but difficult to recall what made it an accurate one. One technique that compliments analogies exquisitely is mind mapping. This tool draws connections between different concepts within the same topic to keep track of how they all connect to each other. The most basic way to create a mind map is to start with a circle in the middle of some paper and draw branches that extend from it. Fill these branch-endings with sub-topics and extend even more branches to exhaust the sub-topic. You can use this method to keep track of all your analogies, while also adding additional information relevant to them. Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at HollinsPodcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Hear it here - https://bit.ly/learnlikeapolymath Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human ps ychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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These two habits of Benjamin Franklin—creating overarching goals and plans and adhering to a daily schedule—are techniques we can emulate. Self-discipline isn’t something you can wing; planning is paramount to self-discipline because it is inherently tedious and boring, and sometimes you just can’t give yourself the choice to not work toward your goals. Take a cue from this famous founding father and protect yourself from your worst impulses. Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at HollinsPodcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Get the audiobook on Audible at https://bit.ly/legendaryselfdiscipline Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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When it comes to information absorption, we must be resourceful in finding ways to capture attention and engagement. This is where mixing and matching different learning styles and mediums comes into play. It’s not necessarily that any of these styles and mediums are scientifically better than others, but sometimes we can burn out, grow bored, or simply not care when something is presented in a way that we don’t like or prefer. Thus, we present a couple of different models for different styles and mediums: active versus reflective, sensing versus intuitive, visual versus verbal/other, and sequential versus global, as well as the dubious knowledge of the learning pyramid, which contains listening, reading, audio/visual, demonstration, discussion, real-life experience, and teaching others. Remember, the myth of learning styles is just that—a myth. Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/neurolearninghollins Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think.
Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at HollinsPodcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment
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Bringing the unconscious out into open awareness, using compassionate honesty and curiosity, is your best bet for gaining true self- control. Defence mechanisms, instituted by your psyche to act as boundaries preventing material in the unconscious from bothering your conscious mind, may be sabotaging your self-discipline as they help you continually ignore the internal influences that negatively impact your behavior. Strive to be more observant and honest with yourself as you attempt to spot defence mechanisms you may be using to justify a lack of self-discipline. Explore your unconscious beliefs. Practice free association to get into your deeper motivations and gain a glimpse of underlying beliefs that may be adversely affecting your actions. Strengthen healthy motivations. Just as important as identifying unconscious material that undermines your self-discipline is recognizing and reinforcing your constructive drives that fortify your self-discipline and help propel you toward actualizing your visions.
Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at HollinsPodcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Hear it here - http://bit.ly/philosophieshollins Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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Thus, we come to a 10-step process on learning a new subject from scratch. Actually, the title of each step is fairly descriptive to the process itself: o Gain a broad overview. o Narrow the scope of your desired knowledge or skill. o Define what success means to you and work backwards to establish a plan of attack. o Compile the resources—focus on quantity here. o Create a curriculum and study plan based on all the resources you’ve collected. o Filter and curate the resources you’ve found based on what you want to achieve. o Dive in and immerse yourself in information.
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Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think.
Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at HollinsPodcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment
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Mental Model #12: Think With System 2. We each have two systems of thought, courtesy of Daniel Kahneman: System 1 and System 2. System 1 focuses on speed and efficiency of thought, while System 2 focuses on accuracy and depth of thought. System 2 is smart, while System 1 is dumb. System 1 does more harm than good, but unfortunately, it is the one we default to because it is easier. Gain awareness of the difference between the two; acknowledge System 1, then try to jump immediately to System 2. Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/mentalmodelshollins Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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Other general considerations for beating the cycle of lacking self-discipline are creating goals to reduce discomfort and improve time management, and developing skills to stop making excuses so frequently. Beat the cycle! Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at HollinsPodcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/mindovermatterhollins Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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We can start to do this by trimming the to-do list down to three items per day (yes, only three) to keep focused and lean. We can also set an intention or overall mission for the day and add only five (two big and three small) or nine (one big, three medium, and five small) tasks to the list in support of that mission. We can also add an element of reality-testing by evaluating your tasks through the metrics of seriousness, urgency, and growth in order to easily see what to prioritize. Practical Self-Discipline: Become a Relentless Goal-Achieving and Temptation-Busting Machine (A Guide for Procrastinators, Slackers, and Couch Potatoes) By Peter Hollins Get the audiobook on Audible at https://bit.ly/practicalselfdiscipline Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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The sociologist Niklas Luhmann devised a system of note-taking that is still held in high regard decades after its genesis. Besides his elaborate system itself, there is much to learn from the way Luhmann treated note-taking. This includes treating note-taking as a process that facilitates new and creative ideas instead of simply being a repository of those we have already thought of. Taking notes demands a standardized workflow that must be followed to maximize productivity. We must also treat our notes as if they are going to be presented to an audience. This encourages us to compile them in a manner that is aesthetically and logically appealing enough to be revisited for future reference. The more notes we make, the better. As long as we have an efficient way to sort them, they are bound to be helpful to our purpose of learning. As we make more and more notes, we must also regularly appraise our progress and rectify any errors that might have previously escaped our notice. Other useful tips for making effective notes include using abbreviations and shorthand to minimize the amount of space taken by words and denotations. Using different colors to highlight or mark unique sub-topics also aids us in accessing specific concepts within vast, complex subjects. Having said that, keep things as simple as you can. You don’t need an elaborate note-taking system if a minimal one does the trick. Rapid Knowledge Acquisition & Synthesis: How to Quickly Learn, Comprehend, and Apply, and Master New Information and Skills (Learning how to Learn Book 11) Get the audiobook on Audible at https://bit.ly/rapidknowledge Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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For our purposes, a daily routine is simply a set of actions you can implement to consistently improve your brain health and mental performance. Taken together, these are all helpful for your mental hygiene, and even more so when they become your unconscious habits and natural pattern of behavior. • We must start with a good night’s sleep, as it is the basis for everything. Without sleep, there is no energy, and there is nothing else your brain can devote attention to. Sleep, and even frequent napping, is a force multiplier; this means that it alone is an enormous catalyst to either improve your daily mental performance, or flush it down the toilet.
Give it the respect it deserves; it’s not only about your energy levels, but there are very real neurological changes in the face of sleep debt.
Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at Podcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Get the audiobook on Audible at http://bit.ly/brainboostblueprint Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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• Sigmund Freud put forth a model of the human mind having an unconscious division residing beneath the conscious region, akin to an iceberg, of which the tip peeking above the water’s surface represents the conscious mind, and the portion submerged underwater representing the unconscious. • The unconscious mind is said to contain all the thoughts, feelings, and memories that have been pushed out of conscious awareness in an attempt to prevent them from threatening your identity. But while such components of yourself may be buried deep in your psyche, you may still be continually influenced by them, and manifest such influences through your actions and reactions. • Your unconscious mind can work against your self-discipline, as unacceptable desires and impulses that have been pushed into the unconscious realm would likely continue to undermine your conscious efforts to reach your goals. Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at HollinsPodcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Hear it here - http://bit.ly/philosophieshollins Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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When you encounter new information from sources that you’re unfamiliar with, some of it will undoubtedly be complex and inaccessible. This can often serve as an incentive for people to abandon their quest for polymathy. However, analogies are an extremely powerful tool that makes breaking down complicated information easy and efficient. Analogies are essentially comparisons between two seemingly unrelated concepts or skills. To maximize your learning, you’ll need to learn how to use what you already know and draw connections to what you’re learning in innovative ways. This forces you to transfer your learning, ensuring you retain more information in the long-term. To start using analogies for learning, you’ll need to familiarize yourself with academic analogies. These consists of four parts divided into two groups. On the left side, you make a certain type of connection between things you know about, like code in video games. Code is the main building block upon which video games are built. If you’re learning law, you’ll know that law is to constitution what code is to video games. To use the standard analogy format, we’d state this as: “code : video games :: law : constitution.” Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at HollinsPodcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Hear it here - https://bit.ly/learnlikeapolymath Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human ps ychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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- Learning might be simple most of the time, but it is rarely easy. Often, we are starting from ground zero and struggling through the associated growing pains. It may be a while until we reach a point of epiphany or even reach a level of rudimentary understanding. Most of the obstacles we encounter come from ourselves. That's if we ever get off the couch and crack open our textbooks and attend class in the first place!
- The first obstacle we will always have to battle is procrastination and a lack of self-discipline. After all, who wants to engage in something that is usually uncomfortable and difficult? There is a self-perpetuating cycle of psychological procrastination that we must break, as opposed to just summoning a massive amount of willpower every day. The cycle is: unhelpful assumptions or made-up rules, increasing discomfort, excuses to decrease psychological discomfort, avoidance activities to decrease psychological discomfort, and negative and positive consequences. Analyze the steps of the cycle to see where you are faltering, and you will break it.
Hear it here - https://bit.ly/selflearningblueprinthollins Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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Yoga and dance have also been found to be effective in increasing neurofitness. This may be surprising because they are not strictly seen as aerobic activities as we mentioned before. Sure, dance can be as strenuous as running, but part of the benefit with these modes of exercise is the ability to express emotions in a gratifying way. This is demonstrated by the fact that these modes do a lot to battle and prevent depression and anxiety. How often are we able to truly unplug, let go, express ourselves, or reflect upon our lives? The links are not 100 percent definitive, but the benefits have been documented time after time, so perhaps the “why” is not as important as the “how.” • Emotional wellness and calm is a train of thought that makes one think of mindfulness and meditation, and it turns out that these methods do provide some of the same avenues to brain boosting.
The restorative power of dance and yoga actually uncovers another rabbit hole we will dive into later: self-care.
Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at Podcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Get the audiobook on Audible at http://bit.ly/brainboostblueprint Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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A to-do list hastily written on a Post-It might be one of the most ubiquitous tools for self-discipline and avoiding procrastination. It works on our psychology by manipulating dopamine, and this is one of the few instances that we can actually make our brains work for us. But ultimately, a to-do list just makes sure that things are not being forgotten or falling through the cracks, and it doesn’t necessarily assist you in doing more. It just prevents you from doing less. Thus, we need to level up the humble to-do list. We can start to do this by trimming the to-do list down to three items per day (yes, only three) to keep focused and lean. We can also set an intention or overall mission for the day and add only five (two big and three small) or nine (one big, three medium, and five small) tasks to the list in support of that mission. We can also add an element of reality-testing by evaluating your tasks through the metrics of seriousness, urgency, and growth in order to easily see what to prioritize. Practical Self-Discipline: Become a Relentless Goal-Achieving and Temptation-Busting Machine (A Guide for Procrastinators, Slackers, and Couch Potatoes) By Peter Hollins Get the audiobook on Audible at https://bit.ly/practicalselfdiscipline Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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Maintaining an unflappable attitude and a pride in one’s work—whether it’s successful or not—is what will keep you persevering, in the absence of external reward, praise or anything else. Like the other people we’ve explored in this book, Dyson found a source of his own value and meaning—and it came from within. Only by having a fearsome inner drive can we keep going no matter what the circumstances. When we believe in ourselves, are well aligned to our values and care about the process rather than the outcome, then we can simply take failures along the way in stride. Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at HollinsPodcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Get the audiobook on Audible at https://bit.ly/legendaryselfdiscipline Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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Finally, when it comes to information absorption, we must be resourceful in finding ways to capture attention and engagement. This is where mixing and matching different learning styles and mediums comes into play. It’s not necessarily that any of these styles and mediums are scientifically better than others, but sometimes we can burn out, grow bored, or simply not care when something is presented in a way that we don’t like or prefer. Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/neurolearninghollins Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think.
Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at HollinsPodcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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Mental Model #11: Do It Like Darwin. Darwin apparently was not a genius, but he did have one trait that set him apart from others: his undying devotion to truth. In doing so, he developed his golden rule (and our mental model) of giving equal weight and attention to arguments and opinions that opposed his own. Instead of growing defensive when presented with something that opposed him, he grew critical and skeptical toward himself. This radical open-mindedness puts aside confirmation bias and ego. Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/mentalmodelshollins Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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Being able to read large amounts of text is of no use if we don’t have an effective way to remember the information we come across. Our memories are not capable of retaining everything we read, and so we need an efficient system of note-taking to aid us in remembering as much information as we can. Not only does note-taking help us remember more by writing important concepts or ideas in concise and easy language, we inevitably engage with our content in creative ways when we assemble information in a systematic manner. Rapid Knowledge Acquisition & Synthesis: How to Quickly Learn, Comprehend, and Apply, and Master New Information and Skills (Learning how to Learn Book 11) Get the audiobook on Audible at https://bit.ly/rapidknowledge Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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I’m fairly certain that you don’t need any more convincing to become a polymath. So instead of harping on the “whys,” we can get down to the “hows” of becoming a polymath. This will involve stretching your mind and starting from ground zero in at least one new discipline or realm of knowledge. It will be a tedious, tiring, and frustrating process. But it will be less of those things if you have a proper plan in place. Thus, we come to a 10-step process on learning a new subject from scratch. Actually, the title of each step is fairly descriptive to the process itself: o Gain a broad overview. o Narrow the scope of your desired knowledge or skill. o Define what success means to you and work backwards to establish a plan of attack. o Compile the resources—focus on quantity here. o Create a curriculum and study plan based on all the resources you’ve collected. o Filter and curate the resources you’ve found based on what you want to achieve. Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/polymathhollins
Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think.
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Aside from knowledge of the cycle and what you tend to fall prey to, there are specific ways to deal with four of the five phases of the cycle. Regarding unhelpful assumptions, instead embody the empowering belief of the 40% rule. Regarding discomfort, change your expectations and actively practice discomfort to build your mental toughness. Regarding excuses, learn how to reframe your excuses and stop falling into the common traps and self-lies. Regarding avoidance activities, it's a matter of out of sight, out of mind; if you cannot find distractions, you cannot avoid. Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at HollinsPodcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/mindovermatterhollins Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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A shift in mindset as to what you consider pleasurable can have a powerful impact on your life. You can reframe pleasure as an aftereffect of triumph over temptations and other acts of self-discipline. You can expand your definition of pleasure to include long-term fulfillment and satisfaction that comes as a result of hard work, discipline, and delayed gratification. You can seek pleasure and meaning, rather than mindless pleasure on its own. While a hedonist’s philosophy involves seeing suffering as evil and considering pain as something you must avoid at all costs, what will help sharpen your self-discipline is to instead reframe your view of pain as a requisite to the achievement of worthwhile goals. You can expand your definition of suffering to include those necessary to go through on the road to meaningful ends.
Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at HollinsPodcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Hear it here - http://bit.ly/philosophieshollins Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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Analogies are essentially comparisons between two seemingly unrelated concepts or skills. To maximize your learning, you’ll need to learn how to use what you already know and draw connections to what you’re learning in innovative ways. This forces you to transfer your learning, ensuring you retain more information in the long-term. To start using analogies for learning, you’ll need to familiarize yourself with academic analogies. These consists of four parts divided into two groups. On the left side, you make a certain type of connection between things you know about, like code in video games. Code is the main building block upon which video games are built. If you’re learning law, you’ll know that law is to constitution what code is to video games. To use the standard analogy format, we’d state this as: “code : video games :: law : constitution.” Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at HollinsPodcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Hear it here - https://bit.ly/learnlikeapolymath Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human ps ychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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It may be tempting to separate the two, but in truth, they are inexorably linked to your optimized thinking and functioning. We may not be able to specifically train the brain, but by training our bodies in specific ways, we can effect the changes that we want. The first step to physical fitness is to work up a sweat on a regular basis. Of note, this should be aerobic exercise that gets your blood pumping and your heart rate up. This also increases the blood flow to your brain, kicks off a host of metabolic and hormonal changes, and energizes you. It’s been shown that aerobic exercise can increase the size of parts of our brains responsible for higher cognitive functions and memory, and even fight cognitive decline and brain diseases. The brain is a hungry, hungry organ, so we should make sure the systems that feed it are optimized and healthy. Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at Podcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Get the audiobook on Audible at http://bit.ly/brainboostblueprint Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
Alzheimer #BDNF #ChantalVillemure #FNDC5 #GomesOsman #JoyceGomesOsman #Lazar #Parkinson #PTSD #PhysicalExpression #RussellNewton #NewtonMG #PeterHollins #ArtandScienceofSelf-Growth
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Finally, become a question master. Information and comprehension will not present itself to you; most often, you will have to take it into your own hands. Questions will take a flat piece of information and turn it into a living, three-dimensional piece of knowledge that interacts with the world at large. That is the reality of any fact or piece of information; it has a story that we are usually overlooking. To ask a question is to see a subject, identify what you don't know, and also be open to the fact that your entire understanding could be wrong. Meaningful learning only occurs when you understand what surrounds information, such as the process and context. Questions can take the form of Socratic questions, which are a set of six questions that force a closer look at assumptions and underlying beliefs. Questions can also take cues from Bloom's Taxonomy, which help you analyze and evaluate information.
Hear it here - https://bit.ly/selflearningblueprinthollins Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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Paying more attention to your schedule and daily actions will result in some self-awareness and clarity about how you are spending your time. One thing to pay specific attention to is how much information you consume and at which point you are hitting the point of diminishing returns. As it turns out, much sooner than you might think, so you should consider going on an information diet and cutting out many of the sources of pure information in your life. They aren’t doing you any good; they are probably mostly automatic behaviors that suck up your time and mental bandwidth. Practical Self-Discipline: Become a Relentless Goal-Achieving and Temptation-Busting Machine (A Guide for Procrastinators, Slackers, and Couch Potatoes) By Peter Hollins Get the audiobook on Audible at https://bit.ly/practicalselfdiscipline Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
DietTime #RussellNewton #NewtonMG #PeterHollins #ArtandScienceofSelf-Growth
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Self-discipline and creativity are not opposites. If we can have the self-discipline to routinely make time and space for it, our imagination and creativity can flourish fully. Clear your head and open your mind so your God-given creativity can do its magic. Look at things from another perspective, be bold, ask strange questions and don’t be afraid to find out the answers… And before you decide to give up, ask yourself whether you’ve really exhausted all possibilities. Ask for help or take a break—it doesn’t matter how slow you walk, only that you don’t stop walking! Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at HollinsPodcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Get the audiobook on Audible at https://bit.ly/legendaryselfdiscipline Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
Edison #Quadruplex #ThomasEdison #WesternUnion #ThomasEdisonAndThePursuitOfFailure #RussellNewton #NewtonMG #PeterHollins #ArtandScienceofSelf-Growth
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Something that makes the brain unable to pay attention, focus, or care about anything at all is stress. We covered this briefly in the first chapter when we looked at the brain’s components and the limbic system in particular. When the brain is under stress, everything shuts down. And yet, we cannot function without a small level of stress; this assertion is governed by the Yerkes-Dodson upside-down U curve, which dictates that we all have a so-called sweet spot in terms of stress for best mental performance. Not too much, but not so little so as to stay engaged. Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/neurolearninghollins Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think.
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JohnDodson #RobertYerkes #YerkesDodson #UnableToPayAttention #Focus #OrCare #RussellNewton #NewtonMG #PeterHollins #ArtandScienceofSelf-Growth
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Mental Model #8: Look for Equilibrium Points. This mental model is about noticing trends in progress. When you first start something, you go from zero to one - that's an infinite rate of progress. Then you go from one to two, two to three, and so on, and the rate of progress slows, and the returns start diminishing. Somewhere around there is an equilibrium point that truly represents what the average mean will be. Don't make the mistake of not waiting for it. Mental Model #9: Wait for the Regression to the Mean. This is the final mental model about seeing the whole picture in terms of information. A change without a reason for the change is not really a change; it's just a deviation. As such, it doesn't represent what will continue to happen in the future. A regression to the mean is when things settle back down and resume what they were doing before - this is representative of reality. Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/mentalmodelshollins Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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As children, we once asked hundreds of questions a day to satisfy our natural curiosities. However, as adults, we increasingly refrain from expressing our doubts out of fear of appearing stupid or from a tame acceptance of things as the way they are. However, asking probing and relevant questions is the best way to aggregate answers that challenge our preconceived notions and foster expansions of knowledge. The best questions expose our ignorance and assumptions about the world that didn’t have any concrete basis, forcing us to think in new and better ways. Rapid Knowledge Acquisition & Synthesis: How to Quickly Learn, Comprehend, and Apply, and Master New Information and Skills (Learning how to Learn Book 11) Get the audiobook on Audible at https://bit.ly/rapidknowledge Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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I’m fairly certain that you don’t need any more convincing to become a polymath. So instead of harping on the “whys,” we can get down to the “hows” of becoming a polymath. This will involve stretching your mind and starting from ground zero in at least one new discipline or realm of knowledge. It will be a tedious, tiring, and frustrating process. But it will be less of those things if you have a proper plan in place. Thus, we come to a 10-step process on learning a new subject from scratch. Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/polymathhollins
Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think.
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Ethical hedonism acknowledges that doing the right thing now, though it may bring temporary hardship and unpleasantness, could ultimately grant pleasure and a more lasting, fulfilling kind of satisfaction in the long run. • Pleasure is individual to each person. What is pleasurable to you largely depends on your own values and priorities. • A shift in mindset as to what you consider pleasurable can have a powerful impact on your life. You can reframe pleasure as an aftereffect of triumph over temptations and other acts of self-discipline. You can expand your definition of pleasure to include long-term fulfilment and satisfaction that comes as a result of hard work, discipline, and delayed gratification. You can seek pleasure and meaning, rather than mindless pleasure on its own. • While a hedonist’s philosophy involves seeing suffering as evil and considering pain as something you must avoid at all costs, what will help sharpen your self-discipline is to instead reframe your view of pain as a requisite to the achievement of worthwhile goals. You can expand your definition of suffering to include those necessary to go through on the road to meaningful ends.
Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at HollinsPodcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Hear it here - http://bit.ly/philosophieshollins Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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Problem-based learning is where you deliberately choose a problem to solve, or a goal to achieve, which will necessitate the learning of a skill. In essence, instead of setting out to learn X, the idea is to set a goal of solving problem Y, and in the process, learn X. This will keep you engaged and motivated, and also drive deeper learning because you will take ownership of something and put all the pieces together yourself. For instance, you will need to identify what you know, what you don’t know, identify solutions, and take action.
Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at HollinsPodcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Hear it here - https://bit.ly/learnlikeapolymath Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human ps ychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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Physical fitness begets neurofitness. It may be tempting to separate the two, but in truth, they are inexorably linked to your optimized thinking and functioning. We may not be able to specifically train the brain, but by training our bodies in specific ways, we can effect the changes that we want. The first step to physical fitness is to work up a sweat on a regular basis. Of note, this should be aerobic exercise that gets your blood pumping and your heart rate up. This also increases the blood flow to your brain, kicks off a host of metabolic and hormonal changes, and energizes you. It’s been shown that aerobic exercise can increase the size of parts of our brains responsible for higher cognitive functions and memory, and even fight cognitive decline and brain diseases. The brain is a hungry, hungry organ, so we should make sure the systems that feed it are optimized and healthy. Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at Podcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Get the audiobook on Audible at http://bit.ly/brainboostblueprint Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
BDNF #ColumbiaUniversity #Neurofitness #RadboudUniversity #YaakovStern #RussellNewton #NewtonMG #PeterHollins #ArtandScienceofSelf-Growth
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Construct vivid imagery to give your memory what it wants. We are not programmed to remember boring things; in fact, we are wired to remember that which is notable and vivid. Thus, during the process of learning and memorizing, take a boring piece of information and go through the exercise and effort of dreaming up vivid imagery for it. Draw or doodle it, even. We should also utilize vivid imagery in creating stories to help memorization. Thirty percent of our brains are devoted to visual imagery, so you can see why this would be effective. Hear it here - https://bit.ly/selflearningblueprinthollins Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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Unscheduling is the radical opposite because it takes the focus off of work. In some ways, it is more realistic, because it dictates that you fill in your schedule with all of your nonnegotiables and life priorities. That way you can see how much time you actually have to work and think. It also allows you to see what is missing from your life and is harming you emotionally. Work comes last in this type of schedule, which is a weird thing to desire, but unless we have emotional energy and psychological comfort, then we will never get around to our tasks anyway, right? Practical Self-Discipline: Become a Relentless Goal-Achieving and Temptation-Busting Machine (A Guide for Procrastinators, Slackers, and Couch Potatoes) By Peter Hollins
Get the audiobook on Audible at https://bit.ly/practicalselfdiscipline
Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think.
For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
Let's walk through the familiar chain reaction of events that you have unwittingly followed for years. Let's take the illustrative example of weight loss. You are likely operating under several unhelpful assumptions. You think you can't lose weight unless you give up all pleasure and become a monk. What if you can't lose the weight? What if you can't keep it off? It's just easier to keep doing what you're doing rather than risking failure. Another assumption you may have is that you lack energy and time. You're just too tired to go cook for yourself and exercise every day; it's easier just to grab fast food. Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at HollinsPodcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/mindovermatterhollins Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
In the earlier part of this book, we saw that out of Pandora’s box came all the evils of the world. This was Zeus’s “gift” to the wise, beautiful girl who had everything already. In the story, it was meant to be an act of revenge, but in both Frankl’s and Zupan’s case, the “evil” was really a powerful force for good in their lives, one way or another. It’s curious how many people who’ve experienced profound loss and change would have it no other way—and they certainly wouldn’t choose to go back and live a more mediocre life! Jean-Dominique Bauby is another example, and you may already be familiar with his story if you’ve watched the movie The Diving Bell and the Butterfly, or read the book that inspired it. At the young age of forty-three, Bauby experienced what many of us have only glimpsed in our nightmares: he suffered a stroke and fell into a coma that left him, twenty days later, utterly unable to speak, or to move his arms or legs. He could not even move his mouth.
Chunking is a magnificent way to lighten the cognitive load and assist in information absorption because it literally turns 10 pieces of information into three (for example). The simple ways for chunking to help all three elements of the learning process are to chunk based on groupings, categories, and patterns—all of which you can arbitrarily create. Effective ways to chunk information for better absorption and synthesis (and also retention) are to map new information onto old information and tear it down to the smallest subparts possible, which means that you are breaking something down so you can chunk it together in a way that is significant to you.
- Seeing and thinking clearly is not something we instinctually do. Humans are all about survival, pleasure, avoiding pain, food, sex, and sleep. Everything else that we would consider a higher pursuit tends to come second, at least in our brains. Thus, mental models to ensure that we are thinking clearly are of the utmost importance. The world usually looks different at second glance.
- Mental Model #7: Ignore "Black Swans." This is the first mental model that specifically warns against our tendency to jump to conclusions based on imperfect, skewed, or incomplete information. A black swan event is an entirely unpredictable event that comes out of nowhere. In doing so, it skews all data and beliefs, and people start to take the black swan into account as a new normal. But these are just outliers that should be ignored. Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/mentalmodelshollins Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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The SQ3R method for extracting information from a resource. Use it. It stands for survey, question, read, recite, review. This is not just a process for attacking a book, but rather a plan for tackling entire disciplines and fields—and whatever you are trying to learn for yourself. Most people will use some elements of the SQ3R method, such as the read and review portion, but without the other elements, deeper comprehension is rarer and more difficult.
Rapid Knowledge Acquisition & Synthesis: How to Quickly Learn, Comprehend, and Apply, and Master New Information and Skills (Learning how to Learn Book 11) Get the audiobook on Audible at https://bit.ly/rapidknowledge Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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Finally, polymaths can be described as relentless. How else would you describe people with deep knowledge in multiple realms? Being relentless can be defined as overcoming obstacles and discomfort at all costs. And yet often, the only true cost is simply being uncomfortable. Polymaths have the utmost self-discipline because starting from ground zero, even if you are interested in a topic, is difficult, tiring, and can cause mass confusion. But that’s life. And being comfortable with this uncertainty is a skill that makes you relentless toward getting to point B. Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/polymathhollins Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at HollinsPodcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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Seeking pleasure can still be compatible with self-discipline; it just depends on how you define and pursue pleasure in your life. Aristippus thought of the good life as one in which pleasure is maximized and pain is minimized, if not totally eliminated. Pure hedonism, which involves the pursuit of pleasure through immediate gratification of desires, acts against self-discipline and needs to be guarded against. Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at HollinsPodcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Hear it here - http://bit.ly/philosophieshollins Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
Memory and learning are context dependent. This means that our physical environment and location are also encoded as part of a memory - after all, to the brain, information is information no matter if it comes from a textbook or the smell of a bakery. We should take advantage of this and change locations when we are learning and memorizing. Think of this as creating a wider set of hooks for which information can remain in the brain. Hear it here - https://bit.ly/selflearningblueprinthollins Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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Though Zupan’s story is a thoroughly modern one, we can’t help but detect the grandeur of a hero’s arc, seeing the athlete struck by the “gods” but ready to bravely battle his demons to emerge triumphantly. The trick is, however, that this athlete’s success did not take the form he expected it to. That fateful night, it would seem that all the young man’s dreams were robbed from him—but he simply went on to create different dreams! Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at HollinsPodcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Get the audiobook on Audible at https://bit.ly/legendaryselfdiscipline Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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There are several science-backed tips you can follow to improve the chances of a positive transfer. Generally, those who are enthusiastic about their learning and are often to apply it to different settings are more successful at transferring it to other contexts. It has also been shown that people who are optimistic and confident about their ability to transfer their learning are more able to do so. Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at HollinsPodcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Hear it here - https://bit.ly/learnlikeapolymath Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human ps ychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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Unscheduling is the radical opposite because it takes the focus off of work. In some ways, it is more realistic, because it dictates that you fill in your schedule with all of your nonnegotiables and life priorities. That way you can see how much time you actually have to work and think. It also allows you to see what is missing from your life and is harming you emotionally. Work comes last in this type of schedule, which is a weird thing to desire, but unless we have the emotional energy and psychological comfort, then we will never get around to our tasks anyway, right? Practical Self-Discipline: Become a Relentless Goal-Achieving and Temptation-Busting Machine (A Guide for Procrastinators, Slackers, and Couch Potatoes) By Peter Hollins Get the audiobook on Audible at https://bit.ly/practicalselfdiscipline Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmgNeilFiore
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The first step to ensuring that we can properly absorb information is to look at the cognitive load that we place on our brains. There are three types of loads: intrinsic, extrinsic, and germane. They have to do with how difficult the information is, how the information is presented, and how difficult the information is to turn into something with personal significance. Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at HollinsPodcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/neurolearninghollins Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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Mental Model #5: Stay Within 40-70%. This is Colin Powell's rule. Make a decision with no less than 40% of the information you need but no more than 70%. Anything less and you are just guessing; anything more and you are just wasting time. You can replace "information" with just about anything, and you will realize that this mental model is about encouraging quick yet informed decisions. Mental Model #6: Minimize Regret. Jeff Bezos developed what he calls the regret minimization framework. In it, he asks one to visualize themselves at age 80 and ask if they would regret making (or not making) a decision. This simplifies decisions by making them about one metric: regret. https://bit.ly/mentalmodelshollins Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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The phases are unhelpful assumptions ("Life is short, so I should enjoy it and not spend my precious time washing that dusty car!"); increasing discomfort from knowingly avoiding responsibility ("I'd rather not wash the car. It's boring and uncomfortable."); excuses to decrease discomfort ("It's perfectly reasonable for me not to wash the car. It's so hot outside I would melt."); avoidance activities to decrease discomfort ("I will clean the bathroom instead. I'm still productive!"); and negative and positive consequences from avoiding responsibility ("Ah, I feel better about myself now. Oh, wait. I still need to wash that car ") - at which point you find yourself right back at the beginning, except with less willpower and incentive than before because negative consequences create pessimism, while positive consequences create self-sabotage.
Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at HollinsPodcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/mindovermatterhollins Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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Aristotle advocated the value of moderation. He believed that the best course of action is more often than not found somewhere in the middle of two extreme options. If you’re unsure what the best action is, act in a way that pushes you closer to the golden mean—find that calm, controlled state of balance in the middle. We are our habits. Turn goals into concrete actions and commit to them every day. Self-discipline remains an empty word unless you practice it in your daily life. You do not become a self-disciplined person just by calling yourself self-disciplined; you need to personify it through your attitudes and actions in order to become it. Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at HollinsPodcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Hear it here - http://bit.ly/philosophieshollins Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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One of the most effective ways is to use the Pomodoro Technique, which creates periods of twenty-five minutes of working, followed by five minutes of relaxing. The ideal outcome is to chain four of these periods together. If you "graduate" from this, you can dive into fifty minutes of working, followed by ten minutes of relaxing, or even the 60-60-30 method, which is a period of fifty minutes on, ten minutes off, fifty minutes on, and forty minutes off. Hear it here - https://bit.ly/selflearningblueprinthollins Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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To follow in Frankl’s footsteps, we don’t need to pursue anything other than our heart and soul’s deepest longing—to live a life of meaning and purpose. This is not something that can be done quickly, there are no hacks and tricks, and suffering is inevitably a part of the process. However, remember that others have gone before to light the way and show us another possibility. It can only benefit us to routinely look past the mundanities of life and tap into our deepest resource, our sense of meaning.
Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at HollinsPodcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Get the audiobook on Audible at https://bit.ly/legendaryselfdiscipline Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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It can be tempting to think of your self-discipline as isolated incidents that you must overcome. This would be a mistake. Self-discipline does not exist in a vacuum and is highly dependent on five factors that make up the cycle of self-discipline. Or, more accurately, the cycle of laziness.
Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at HollinsPodcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/mindovermatterhollins Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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While you’re learning to be a polymath, perhaps the most difficult task you’ll face is to integrate your knowledge from different disciplines. The concept of learning transfer will make this part of achieving polymathy significantly simpler. A learning transfer occurs when you use knowledge or skills acquired in a certain context in an area that is different from the original one. There are several types of learning transfers. Among these are positive and negative transfers. The former is simply a successful learning transfer, whereas a negative transfer occurs when knowledge acquired in one context hinders learning in another. Then there are simple and complex transfers. Simple transfers occur when you transfer learning from one context to another one that is similar to the first, whereas complex transfers involve transference to more disparate contexts. Finally, there are also specific and non-specific transfers. When the context to which you’re transferring your knowledge has clear similarities with the original one, a specific transfer occurs. However, when there are no apparent similarities between the two contexts, a non-specific transfer occurs. Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at HollinsPodcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Hear it here - https://bit.ly/learnlikeapolymath Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human ps ychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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Timeboxing is all about living in your calendar. Whatever is on your mind needs to be scheduled first and foremost. In this way, a calendar is a commitment device that keeps you on track, and organized as well, because timeboxing involves accounting for time, environment, context, energy, desire, and difficulty. It really is as simple as devoting yourself to a schedule and making sure that nothing falls through the cracks. It turns out that when we set out our intentions, we tend to keep them more often than not.
Practical Self-Discipline: Become a Relentless Goal-Achieving and Temptation-Busting Machine (A Guide for Procrastinators, Slackers, and Couch Potatoes) By Peter Hollins Get the audiobook on Audible at https://bit.ly/practicalselfdiscipline Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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When it comes to selecting the best reading material, follow the PROMPT technique. This stands for Presentation, Relevance, Objectivity, Method, Provenance, and Timeliness. Consider all of these factors and evaluate resources based on them. Each refers to an aspect of different resources that make them worth considering. Rapid Knowledge Acquisition & Synthesis: How to Quickly Learn, Comprehend, and Apply, and Master New Information and Skills (Learning how to Learn Book 11) Get the audiobook on Audible at https://bit.ly/rapidknowledge Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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Information absorption is the first key to effective learning that caters to our brains. If we cannot see, hear, or perceive a piece of information, forget about the rest of the process. No number of memory techniques or amount of deep learning will make a difference if the information hasn’t made it into your head.
Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at HollinsPodcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/neurolearninghollins Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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This is a mixture of satisfy and suffice, and it is aiming to make decisions that are good enough, adequate, and serve their purpose. This stands in stark contrast to those who wish to maximize their decisions with "just in case" and "that sounds nice" extras. Those who maximize are looking to make a perfect choice. This doesn't exist, so they are usually just left waiting. https://bit.ly/mentalmodelshollins Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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After understanding the four cardinal aspects of effectively stuffing your brain full of information, we have a few tactics to support them. We must manage our attention spans and overall level of energy. The brain is a muscle, and sometimes not a very resilient or strong one at that. We get tired and distracted quite easily. Just like with spaced repetition, we must take this into account and plan around it. Hear it here - https://bit.ly/selflearningblueprinthollins Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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In the end, despite all of these obstacles, whether or not you have self-discipline is up to you. This is in a literal sense - the placebo effect has shown that however much you believe you have, that's what you'll have. This is empowering and freeing because it means there is nothing between you and what you want - besides you. It's up to you. This is actually ultimate freedom, not restriction, as self-discipline is sometimes framed. Take it as a challenge to be overcome. Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at HollinsPodcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/mindovermatterhollins Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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A true polymath is someone who possesses three components of knowledge: breadth, depth, and integration. This is also known as cross-pollination. Such a person has acquired expertise in at least a few different domains, and can successfully integrate those domains together instead of treating them as unrelated and distinct subjects or skills. So a scientist who is also artistically inclined can use the latter to aid his research in ways that will make him more successful than the average member of his field. Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at HollinsPodcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Hear it here - https://bit.ly/learnlikeapolymath Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human ps ychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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Self-control/self-discipline is the inner force that allows us to consistently work toward our goals in the face of temptations and distractions. Self-control is the ability to direct your actions toward your own chosen ends, despite experiencing interference from both outside and within you. To Aristotle, self-control involves such aspects as endurance, stubbornness, temperance, and virtuousness. Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at HollinsPodcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Hear it here - http://bit.ly/philosophieshollins Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg Aristotle,Nietzsche,Peter Hollins,The Art and Science of Self-Growth,Russell Newton,NewtonMG,SelfControl,
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Even those unfamiliar with Greek mythology will recognize the name Hercules and the twelve near-impossible feats of strength and bravery he was assigned to complete. But few know why Hercules labored on these tasks, and what the deeper lesson of the story is. Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at HollinsPodcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Get the audiobook on Audible at https://bit.ly/legendaryselfdiscipline Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg Alcmene,Apollo,Arcadia,Arete,Cerberus,Erytheia,Eurystheus,Geryon,Hera,Hercules,Hesperides,Hippolyta,Kakia,King Augeas,King Diomedes,Megara,Nemean,Peter Hollins,The Art and Science of Self-Growth,Russell Newton,NewtonMG,Legendary Self Discipline,
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Polymaths have belief in themselves. Whether it is well-placed or delusional, they believe that they will reach their goal. Many people are their own worst enemies when it comes to learning. But this speaks to something even more fundamental: the belief in agency, or the ability to act and achieve. This means that output equals input, within reasonable expectations. One cannot reach a goal if they don’t believe they are capable of it first. Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at HollinsPodcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/polymathhollins Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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Finally, we come to a set of instructions from Piers Steel, dubbed the procrastination equation. He states that motivation = (expectancy + value) / (impulsiveness + delay). First of all, are you even considering each of these four factors when it comes to trying to take action? Are you aware of what’s involved? Next, manipulate these motivating factors into a quantity or order that makes the most sense for you. You’ll quickly find what helps your sense of self-discipline, a term that, like “laziness,” has several layers to it. Practical Self-Discipline: Become a Relentless Goal-Achieving and Temptation-Busting Machine (A Guide for Procrastinators, Slackers, and Couch Potatoes) By Peter Hollins Get the audiobook on Audible at https://bit.ly/practicalselfdiscipline Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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Mortimer Adler has outlined four distinct steps that describe how exactly we should read in order to derive the most benefit from it. If you’re reading this, you’ve already completed the first step, which is learning how to read. Following that, you need to learn how to identify resources worth reading. This can be done by skimming through parts of a book and seeing whether it appeals to our interests. Once we find some suitable books, we utilize analytical reading, wherein you closely analyze what it is that you’re reading. Figure out the main thesis of your book, what genre or category it falls under, the historical context of the author’s arguments, etc. Lastly, read several different books on the same subject and compare the arguments they present in what is known as syntopical reading. Rapid Knowledge Acquisition & Synthesis: How to Quickly Learn, Comprehend, and Apply, and Master New Information and Skills (Learning how to Learn Book 11) Get the audiobook on Audible at https://bit.ly/rapidknowledge Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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Today, we take a quick look at the psychological prerequisites to learning. This is summed up in the learning success pyramid, where we find that confidence (I can do this) and self-management (I will make a plan for how to do this) are paramount to effective learning. We could even go as far as to say that they are prerequisites to learning; how are you going to learn to speak Norwegian if you can’t create a coherent plan for learning and also believe that it is within your abilities to do so? Questions or comments regarding the podcast? Email the show at HollinsPodcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/neurolearninghollins Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
confidence #JohnWooden #LearningSuccessPyramid #preparation #RussellNewton #NewtonMG #selfmanagement #SusanKruger
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Make Reversible Decisions. Most of them are; some of them aren't. But we aren't doing ourselves any favors when we assume that they are all irreversible, because it keeps us in indecision far too long. Create an action bias for reversible decisions, as there is nothing to lose and only information and speed to gain. https://bit.ly/mentalmodelshollins Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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Doodling and drawing has a marked effect on better understanding, as well as being heavily related to how mind maps function. In the end, we come upon a guiding principle: when we are learning, we should aim to spend no more than fifty percent of our time consuming, and rather devote more time to processing and analyzing the new information. Hear it here - https://bit.ly/selflearningblueprinthollins Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think. For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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Time orientation is yet another problem with self-discipline. Some of us are present-oriented - this will not serve you well because you won't be able to act in the best interests of future you. Others of us are future-oriented - we think about what we want in the future and work backward to create it. This perspective meshes much better with self-discipline. In the fable of the ant and the grasshopper, the diligent ant is future-oriented and survives the winter, while the hedonistic grasshopper is present-oriented and starves.
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Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition. Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think.
For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home
For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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A true polymath is someone who possesses three components of knowledge: breadth, depth, and integration. This is also known as cross-pollination. Such a person has acquired expertise in at least a few different domains, and can successfully integrate those domains together instead of treating them as unrelated and distinct subjects or skills. So a scientist who is also artistically inclined can use the latter to aid his research in ways that will make him more successful than the average member of his field.
Questions or comments regarding the podcast?
Email the show at HollinsPodcast@NewtonMG.com or let us know what you think at http://bit.ly/hollinscomment
Hear it here - https://bit.ly/learnlikeapolymath
Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home
Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human ps ychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition.
Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think.
For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home
For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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Your power is strongest when it’s focused, so clarify your goals and take stock of how you are really spending your time.
When your inner will is concentrated toward a unified purpose, you become better at resisting distractions and come to streamline your actions toward purposeful ends.
Consciously and mindfully decide not to be controlled by your own irrational desires and passions.
Practice meditation to gain better awareness of your own impulses, needs, and motivations.
Recognizing such drives within you is the first step toward gaining control and better managing them.
Questions or comments regarding the podcast?
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Hear it here - http://bit.ly/philosophieshollins
Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home
Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition.
Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think.
For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home
For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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The Monkey's Paw has a classic mythical structure to it, with three wishes and an ill-considered tampering with fate, leading to a sort of punishment from the gods themselves. “The Monkey’s Paw” will appeal to a modern audience because the lessons in it seem so relatable: who hasn’t “wished” for something only to discover that it’s not at all what they really wanted?
Questions or comments regarding the podcast?
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Get the audiobook on Audible at https://bit.ly/legendaryselfdiscipline
Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/self-growth-home Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition.
Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think.
For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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Polymaths embody the beginner mindset, which is actually far more useful than the expert mindset. When you’re a beginner, you have ten times more questions than answers. And that’s a good thing. It makes you listen and question and dig deeper.
Experts all too often fall into the trap of assuming they know too much, which inevitably causes blind spots. The beginner mindset should be applied in combination with critical thinking, and together they create a worthy line of inquiry.
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Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition.
Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think.
For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home
For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
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This set of instructions comes from Hungarian writer Mihaly Csíkszentmihályi and his flow theory. Flow is about moving and working effortlessly, to the point that you lose track of time and are engrossed in your task. Sounds nice, doesn’t it? He lists a set of requirements for achieving flow, but we will focus on the elements of having your actions pointed toward specific goals, a balance of challenge and ease, and feedback to let you know that you are making a difference, thus keeping you motivated toward chasing that feeling.
Practical Self-Discipline: Become a Relentless Goal-Achieving and Temptation-Busting Machine (A Guide for Procrastinators, Slackers, and Couch Potatoes) By Peter Hollins
Get the audiobook on Audible at https://bit.ly/practicalselfdiscipline
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Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition.
Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think.
For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home
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Reading is undoubtedly the best way to gather new information on any given topic. Each subject has tons of written material dedicated to it; we just need to find the resources that most closely sync with our motivations behind studying a particular topic. Yet, even if we discover these resources, how do we read in a way that helps us retain the most information? How can we maximize our learning through the written word? The first step here is to just take some time out to read from our busy schedules.
Rapid Knowledge Acquisition & Synthesis: How to Quickly Learn, Comprehend, and Apply, and Master New Information and Skills (Learning how to Learn Book 11)
Get the audiobook on Audible at https://bit.ly/rapidknowledge
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Peter Hollins is a bestselling author, human psychology researcher, and a dedicated student of the human condition.
Visit https://bit.ly/peterhollins to pick up your FREE human nature cheat sheet: 7 surprising psychology studies that will change the way you think.
For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home
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The Art and Science of Self Growth by Peter Hollins- a Newton Media Group production.
This is the holiday season, late December 2020. On behalf of Peter Hollins, I'd like to wish you the best holiday season possible for you and your family hoping that you stay safe and healthy during these unique times for the holiday season.
We're going to take a break from the regular podcast production schedule and we're going to use these two weeks to present to you some of the top podcast episodes from our sister podcast from Newton Media Group entitled Social Skills Coaching by Patrick King. While the show notes for these episodes will be abbreviated please if you want
more information, visit your podcast provider and search for Social Skills Coaching by Patrick King where you can find these episodes with the full show notes, and if you're interested in the full episode transcripts, please visit Newtonmg.com, go to the podcast section from the pulldown select Social Skills Coaching.
We hope you enjoy these and we hope you have a great holiday season.
Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/social-skills-shownotes
Learn more or get a free mini-book on conversation tactics at https://bit.ly/pkconsulting
For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home
For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
The Art and Science of Self Growth by Peter Hollins- a Newton Media Group production.
This is the holiday season, late December 2020. On behalf of Peter Hollins, I'd like to wish you the best holiday season possible for you and your family hoping that you stay safe and healthy during these unique times for the holiday season.
We're going to take a break from the regular podcast production schedule and we're going to use these two weeks to present to you some of the top podcast episodes from our sister podcast from Newton Media Group entitled Social Skills Coaching by Patrick King. While the show notes for these episodes will be abbreviated please if you want
more information, visit your podcast provider and search for Social Skills Coaching by Patrick King where you can find these episodes with the full show notes, and if you're interested in the full episode transcripts, please visit Newtonmg.com, go to the podcast section from the pulldown select Social Skills Coaching.
We hope you enjoy these and we hope you have a great holiday season.
Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/social-skills-shownotes
Learn more or get a free mini-book on conversation tactics at https://bit.ly/pkconsulting
For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home
For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
The Art and Science of Self Growth by Peter Hollins- a Newton Media Group production.
This is the holiday season, late December 2020. On behalf of Peter Hollins, I'd like to wish you the best holiday season possible for you and your family hoping that you stay safe and healthy during these unique times for the holiday season.
We're going to take a break from the regular podcast production schedule and we're going to use these two weeks to present to you some of the top podcast episodes from our sister podcast from Newton Media Group entitled Social Skills Coaching by Patrick King. While the show notes for these episodes will be abbreviated please if you want
more information, visit your podcast provider and search for Social Skills Coaching by Patrick King where you can find these episodes with the full show notes, and if you're interested in the full episode transcripts, please visit Newtonmg.com, go to the podcast section from the pulldown select Social Skills Coaching.
We hope you enjoy these and we hope you have a great holiday season.
Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/social-skills-shownotes
Learn more or get a free mini-book on conversation tactics at https://bit.ly/pkconsulting
For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home
For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
The Art and Science of Self Growth by Peter Hollins- a Newton Media Group production.
This is the holiday season, late December 2020. On behalf of Peter Hollins, I'd like to wish you the best holiday season possible for you and your family hoping that you stay safe and healthy during these unique times for the holiday season.
We're going to take a break from the regular podcast production schedule and we're going to use these two weeks to present to you some of the top podcast episodes from our sister podcast from Newton Media Group entitled Social Skills Coaching by Patrick King. While the show notes for these episodes will be abbreviated please if you want
more information, visit your podcast provider and search for Social Skills Coaching by Patrick King where you can find these episodes with the full show notes, and if you're interested in the full episode transcripts, please visit Newtonmg.com, go to the podcast section from the pulldown select Social Skills Coaching.
We hope you enjoy these and we hope you have a great holiday season.
Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/social-skills-shownotes
Learn more or get a free mini-book on conversation tactics at https://bit.ly/pkconsulting
For narration information visit Russell Newton at https://bit.ly/VoW-home
For production information visit Newton Media Group LLC at https://bit.ly/newtonmg
The Art and Science of Self Growth by Peter Hollins- a Newton Media Group production.
This is the holiday season, late December 2020. On behalf of Peter Hollins, I'd like to wish you the best holiday season possible for you and your family hoping that you stay safe and healthy during these unique times for the holiday season.
We're going to take a break from the regular podcast production schedule and we're going to use these two weeks to present to you some of the top podcast episodes from our sister podcast from Newton Media Group entitled Social Skills Coaching by Patrick King. While the show notes for these episodes will be abbreviated please if you want
more information, visit your podcast provider and search for Social Skills Coaching by Patrick King where you can find these episodes with the full show notes, and if you're interested in the full episode transcripts, please visit Newtonmg.com, go to the podcast section from the pulldown select Social Skills Coaching.
We hope you enjoy these and we hope you have a great holiday season.
Show notes and/or episode transcripts are available at https://bit.ly/social-skills-shownotes
Learn more or get a free mini-book on conversation tactics at https://bit.ly/pkconsulting
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This is the holiday season, late December 2020. On behalf of Peter Hollins, I'd like to wish you the best holiday season possible for you and your family hoping that you stay safe and healthy during these unique times for the holiday season.
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For the last element of retention, we also dive into the three steps of creating a memory, which are encoding, storage, and retrieval. A failure to satisfy any of those steps will lead to quicker forgetting and the overall feeling that you haven’t quite learned something.
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- Mental Model #2: Visualize All the Dominoes. We are a shortsighted species. We think only one step ahead in terms of consequences, and then we typically only limit it to our own consequences. We need to engage in second-order thinking and visualize all the dominos that could be falling. Without this, it can't be said that you are making a well-informed decision.
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Another aspect of being unable to move past the present moment and plan for the future is how the neurotransmitter dopamine influences our actions. Humans abide by the pleasure principle; we seek pleasure and avoid pain whenever possible, even subconsciously. Acting self-disciplined very rarely brings you pleasure, and most of the time it actively brings some measure of pain or at least discomfort. That's a problem. We must change the way we think about pleasure and pain, and who we want to benefit the most: in most cases, your future self.
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There are no real requirements to learning other than a willingness and a dash of self-discipline. But what is massively helpful in challenging that willingness and self-discipline is a set of two plans: a macro and micro plan. The macro plan has to do with the reasons you are going to devote your time to learning something, where the micro plan has to do with the actual activities you should engage in on a daily basis. The former ensures that you end up at a goal that you desire, while the latter ensures that you achieve that goal.
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A true polymath is someone who possesses three components of knowledge: breadth, depth, and integration. This is also known as cross-pollination. Such a person has acquired expertise in at least a few different domains, and can successfully integrate those domains together instead of treating them as unrelated and distinct subjects or skills. So a scientist who is also artistically inclined can use the latter to aid his research in ways that will make him more successful than the average member of his field.
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Everyone has a will to power, but it’s up to you how you use it.
• Nietzsche posited that human beings each possess a will to power, an inherent driving force that moves them to do the things they do.
• While often construed negatively as a motivation to dominate others by force, will to power as conceived by Nietzsche is essentially neutral, a potential that may be expressed in a multitude of ways and can be channeled toward different ends.
While some may use it as a destructive force, others may instead direct it toward creative and productive ends.
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Let’s take a closer look at ego and how it can undermine even genuine talent. You don’t have to be a student of the Greek classics to notice that many of the myths have a consistent theme in the supposed correct relationship of humans to the gods: obedient, humble and deferential. There are many stories of what happens when mere mortals fail to know their place, but one of the most striking is the story of Athena and Arachne.
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Polymaths live experimentally. This isn’t to say that they are always conducting traditional scientific experiments; rather, they’re applying the scientific method by analyzing and investigating whatever they come across.
They feel safe doing this and simply want to gain new information and sate their curiosity.
It’s almost like they cannot stop themselves from doing it.
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Patrick Keelan sees that much of laziness comes from a lack of planning and presence, and his flowchart for action contains four simple steps to move you from Point A to Point B. Action plan? Are the steps small enough to act upon? Have I used the five-minute rule? Do I have any beliefs or rules keeping me back? Within each of those steps is also the solution to move to the next step of action.
Practical Self-Discipline: Become a Relentless Goal-Achieving and Temptation-Busting Machine (A Guide for Procrastinators, Slackers, and Couch Potatoes) By Peter Hollins
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Those with a fixed mindset are generally more likely to learn through single loop mechanisms due to the comfort and lack of self-reflection involved. On the other hand, those with a growth mindset are more naturally attuned to double loop learning. It is often hard to look at ourselves and accept that we may be the ones who have a fixed mindset or follow single loop learning mechanisms, but the first step to being able to learn better is to recognize the mistakes we are making in the present. This inevitably involves getting comfortable with failure, since that is unavoidable.
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We have three primary areas of focus that we can derive from brain physiology: information absorption (literally being able to process and intake information), information synthesis (the ability to analyze, comprehend, and make meaningful), and information retention (memorization and encoding).
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Address "Important"; Ignore "Urgent."
These are entirely separate things that we often fuse together. Important is what truly matters, even if the payoff or deadline is not so immediate. Urgent only refers to the speed of response that is desired. You can easily use an Eisenhower Matrix to clarify your priorities and ignore urgent tasks, unless they so happen to also be important.
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Buddhism teaches five mental hindrances to self-discipline: giving in to the five senses, animosity and malice, apathy and laziness, anxiety and remorse, and hesitation and doubt. The common thread is that they all require immediate and urgent attention, even if it is fabricated urgency. When you are so focused on the now, the later that self-discipline serves becomes wholly unimportant.
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The process of self-learning is deceptively simple - that is, when you strip away all the myths surrounding it, usually amounting to prerequisites to achieve your goals.
Myths usually revolve around the concept of innate intelligence determining your potential, certain learning styles being necessary, certain motivations being important, or a certain predetermined rate of progress based on duration of time. These are harmful and disempowering because they tell you that you can't.
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Alternatively, we have the biological view of polymathy. According to this perspective, different parts of our brain are responsible for their own unique functions. Our ability to write is dictated by one part of our cerebrum, while the capacity to comprehend writing is controlled by another part. A polymath is someone with an exceptionally developed brain whose cerebral lobes have matured beyond the average.
So which of the two is accurate? The truth is that both of these theories are highly flawed and unsupported by any kind of scientific research. Gardner’s multiple intelligences is simply a theory that can’t be proved scientifically, while the idea that specific parts of our brain alone conduct certain functions is patently false.
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• Use mini rewards to make goal- oriented action more pleasurable in the immediate moment.
Rewarding yourself for completing smaller chunks of a big task grants you motivating packets of pleasure along the way, instead of having you constantly long for only the grand prize at the end of the road.
• Have small, humble goals.
A grand, lofty ambition can easily appear so overwhelming and out of reach, not to mention mostly abstract, that you are more inclined to see it as a pipe dream rather than a rousing force that pulls you to action.
Breaking down a big goal into smaller ones helps you see the process as more manageable, thus making it easier for you to begin working toward that target.
• Embed good habits with ritual and repetition.
Implement a structure to your daily routine that will make it automatic for you to perform behaviors toward the achievement of your vision.
Once you ingrain such actions in yourself that they become a habit, your lazy self will not even get the chance to talk you out of doing what is truly beneficial for you.
• Finally, be honest with yourself as to when you’re making excuses and seeking the good in actions that don’t really serve your interests.
No justifications, no rationalizations— just do it!
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Many of the Greek myths have the same flavor we find in the tale of Pandora’s box—warning against going too far, being too arrogant, and trespassing into the realms that more rightly belong to the gods. The famous story of Daedalus and his son Icarus is a prime example, and even today this theme survives in modern stories of special people who “flew too close to the sun” and failed.
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Successful polymaths are primarily driven by insatiable curiosity, a love for their fields, a yearning for mastery, creativity and expression—or a blend of all of these. They may not share anything in common as far as their fields of expertise go, but they certainly share the same zest for life and set of traits that keep them pushing for more. Thus it is not enough to simply mimic the end results of polymaths’ process. We need to ask how they’ve thought and worked, rather than getting bogged down in the details of what they’ve done.
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Another creativity-boosting method many artists swear by is having a daily routine and sticking with it. As we’ve seen in the previous chapters, great ideas often come while you’re hard at work, not while you’re sitting around and waiting for inspiration to strike you before you get moving. You provide the best chance for creativity to flourish when you stick to a routine that preps and stimulates your mind to get creative, as attested to by renowned authors Haruki Murakami and Stephen King.
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The main causes for so-called laziness include fear of judgment and negative emotion, fixed mindsets that make action feel useless, organizational issues that keep you confused and spiraling, and physical or mental deficiencies such as sleep, rest, nutrition, illness, and lack of alignment. It’s not so much that we need to cure these issues, because that is a tall task without dedicated introspection, but if we are more aware of what drives us to act (or not), then we stand a chance of addressing it on a consistent basis. You may never truly overcome all of those issues, but for our purposes, breaking inertia is the goal.
Practical Self-Discipline: Become a Relentless Goal-Achieving and Temptation-Busting Machine (A Guide for Procrastinators, Slackers, and Couch Potatoes) By Peter Hollins
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When was the last time you questioned the underlying “rules” of the game you’re playing, be it at school, in the workplace or in your chosen arena of expertise? When did you last take a genuinely holistic view of the choices you made and accepted responsibility for them? When did you accurately detect an error in the way you were seeing things, and have the courage to adapt?
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To learn better, we need to tap into the learning brain that already exists inside of us. This involves understanding how our brain prefers to accept information and working with it instead of trying to cram information inside it like a clown car. In truth, there are always two brains waging war inside us: the prefrontal cortex, which allows us to learn, and the limbic system, which robs us of our senses. Of course, this is a problem that affects far more about our behavior than learning, but it is the first stop on our journey to neuro-learning.
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