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Is it possible to feel better in just five minutes? Does this sound familiar: I want to be healthy, but I just don’t have time. You wouldn’t be too busy to brush your teeth. So, why is your mental and physical health any different? There’s no reason to make healthy habits complicated when all you need is five minutes. I’m excited to have Dr. Rangan Chatterjee on the show today to dive deep into this topic. Dr. Chatterjee is a practicing physician and star of the popular BBC One series, Doctor in the House. He’s written five bestselling books, including Happy Mind, Happy Life: 10 Simple Ways to Feel Great Every Day and Feel Better in Five: Your Daily Plan to Feel Great for Life. When it comes to changing habits, it’s the smallest steps that make the biggest difference. But most people set big goals only to lose motivation quickly. Listen in as Dr. Chatterjee breaks down how to make significant impact in your mental, physical, and brain health in just five minutes a day. Link to Show Notes Link to Kwik Brain C.

How can you remember your dreams to unleash your creative problem-solving? You dream anywhere between four to seven times every night. At an average of two hours, that’s six years of your life spent dreaming. But do you remember your dreams? Most people don’t. And they can be an incredibly powerful tool to solve problems, overcome obstacles, and come up with new ideas. On today’s episode, I’m going to go over six tips to help you remember your dreams. Like all memory training, remembering your dreams is a skill. And I’m excited to help you unlock your full dream potential. Mary Shelley came up with Frankenstein in a dream. Paul McCartney dreamed about the song Yesterday before he wrote it. Even scientific breakthroughs like the Theory of Relativity and the periodic table happened because of dreams. You’re already dreaming every night. Listen in as I give you the tools to use the power of your dreams to help you achieve your goals. Link to Show Notes Link to Kwik Brain C.O.D.E. Quiz Link to Kwik Student  (Use

How do you repair the broken pieces inside yourself to find fortune in failure? When you fail or make a mistake, it can feel like you’re broken. But everyone fails at some point. And recovering isn’t only about bouncing back. It’s also learning how to bounce forward, so you can find the treasure inside the failure. Instead of seeing only your mistakes, I want you to embrace the philosophy of kintsugi. Today, I’m going to talk about how you can apply this ancient Japanese art to fixing the cracked pieces inside yourself. Many of you know my journey of how a traumatic brain injury led to me being called “the boy with the broken brain”. I know what it’s like to feel broken. Limited. And I want to give you the tools to help you repair whatever feels damaged in your life. Kintsugi fixes damaged pottery with gold, making the imperfections beautiful. Maybe you can’t fill the cracks in your life with gold or silver, but you can fill them with patience, knowledge, and resilience. If you want to learn how to not only

My mission has always been to offer hope and help to anyone who’s ever been told they’re limited. And one limitation many people hold onto is that they can’t change their brain. But that’s simply not true. With my Limitless Results Model, you can biohack your body and brain to increase your health, well-being, and performance. In today’s episode, I’m excited to share a special experience with you. For the last eight years I’ve spoken at the Annual Biohacker Conference, and this year, I’m bringing my session to you, my podcast listeners.  In it, I talk about my favorite biohacking methods to help you unlock your limitless life. Biohacking doesn’t have to be a complicated process. In fact, the top performers in every field always stay true to the fundamentals. That’s why I created this model as a guide to help you focus on the basics and get results in any area. If you’ve been looking for a way to start biohacking, this episode is for you. Link to Biohacking Conference 2023 (Use code: JK40) Link to Show Notes L

How do you find a state of calm on a stressful, chaotic day? Peace and quiet are rare commodities in a busy world filled with stress, conflict, and distraction. If you don’t take the time to reset your body and mind, this can quickly lead to a state of overwhelm and burnout. But how do hit pause to reinstall a sense of calm, harmony, and balance? On today’s episode, I’m excited to bring you some powerful meditation techniques that not only help you relax and recover in just a few minutes, but can change your brain, and eventually, your life. Along with nuggets of wisdom from previous episodes with meditation experts, I’m going to give you actionable steps for making meditation a daily practice. Your brain wasn’t designed to run full throttle 24 hours a day. But a peaceful mind isn’t something you have, it’s something you do. Just like there’s a process to focus, there’s a process for calm. If you’re looking for tools to create a healthy and positive state of mind no matter how busy or demanding your day might

How do you create change that lasts? The average person has around 60,000 thoughts every day. The problem is up to 95% of those thoughts are the same ones you’ve already had. If you want different results, you need a new behavior. And to get a new behavior, you have start by developing new capacities, capabilities, and beliefs. This topic is one I get questioned about a lot in our Kwik Brain Universe, and I’m excited to break down the core components that go into generating change that lasts a lifetime. Change is hard. And it can be difficult to get out of your own way. But you can take the first step by shifting your perspective, your surroundings, and the things you’re exposed to. If you want to stop relying on hoping you can change and cultivate the confidence that you will change, this episode is for you. Link to Show Notes Link to Kwik Brain C.O.D.E. Quiz Link to Kwik Recall Link to Free Speed Reading Masterclass  Use code PODCAST15 ***If you’re inspired, I want to invite you to join me in my brand NEW 1

How does real life connection influence your brain health and longevity? The rise of algorithms has had a significant impact on our overall brain health and mental well-being. They work to direct your attention online and can disrupt how you interact with people, eventually interfering with how you learn, communicate, and engage with others. This makes it difficult to maintain a healthy balance between being online and fostering in-person connections. To go further on this topic, I’m excited to have Colleen and Jason Wachob on our show today. They are the founders and co-CEO’s of Mind Body Green, an independent media brand dedicated to your well-being. They’re also the authors of the brand-new book, The Joy of Well-Being: A Practical Guide to a Happy, Healthy, and Long Life. Technology can make your life easier in many ways. But it can also have a downside. The more it advances, the more tempting it can be to rely on algorithms to think for you. If you’re looking for a way to sort through the polarizing noise

What is your unique brain type? Have you ever wondered why you excel in certain areas but struggle in others? Over the years, I’ve shared various learning theories and cognitive resources to help you tap into your individual strengths to improve your learning and life. And now I’m taking those lessons one step further to help you find your unique brain type. Today, is a very special, very fun episode. I’m going to dive into an assessment I created just for you. This quiz breaks down the key processes and principles on how to leverage your strengths for greater performance, productivity, problem solving, decision-making, and so much more. Each brain type is represented by one of four different animals that embody the distinct abilities you already have, so you can optimize your specific brain gifts to maximize results in all aspects of your daily life. Listen in, as I reveal the four animal brain types, or the C.O.D.E. to discover your cognitive style so you can live your limitless life. Link to Show Notes Lin

How can you keep a sharp, healthy, and resilient mind at any age? There are a lot of common fears around aging. And one of the biggest is that you’ll start to become absent-minded, losing the vibrancy and focus that marks your ability to learn. But getting older doesn’t have to be a scary process. It’s possible to maintain a strong and healthy mind throughout your life. I’m excited to have a very special guest on our show today. Dr. Gladys McGarey is a 102-year-old consulting physician and co-founder of the American Holistic Medical Association. She’s also the author of the brand-new book, The Well-Lived Life: A 102-Year-Old Doctor’s Six Secrets to Health and Happiness at Every Age. Living longer isn’t only about adding years to your life. You also want to add life to your years. Embracing a love of learning, discovering your purpose, and choosing an active, healthy lifestyle are key. If you want to understand the connection between brain health, mental well-being, and longevity, this episode is for you. Link

How do you organize your day to get the most out of it? Our community is made up of people all over the world. And while not everyone has the same education, income, or networking connections, the one thing we all have equally is time. Everyone has the same twenty-four hours in the day, but it’s up to you how to utilize them to your advantage. On today’s episode, I want to share my very simple framework on how I chunk down my day for maximum results. This isn’t meant to be followed rigorously. Instead, my goal is to help you learn the principles so you can get the most out of every twenty-four hour period—and still get enough sleep. When you break your day down into manageable chunks, you reduce cognitive fatigue by strategically targeting your focus. This helps you improve your productivity and performance, which ultimately leads to increased profitability and peace of mind. If you’re looking for a framework to help manage your time and maximize your day, this episode is for you. Link to Show Notes Link to K

What if you could read one book a week without speed reading? The average American reads four books a year. Compare that to the average CEO who reads four to five books a month, and it’s easy to see how reading one book a week, fifty-two books a year, is a huge advantage in business, learning, and life. There’s no denying that leaders are readers. I love the topic of today’s episode. Reading is important to me because I grew up with learning challenges from a brain injury. It took me a few extra years to learn how to read and it was one of my biggest challenges. That’s why I’m so passionate about helping you unlock your reading superpower. We live the age of information, where the right knowledge isn’t just power, it’s profit. The faster you learn, the faster you can earn. And the quickest, easiest way to learn anything is by reading a book. If you’re looking for tips, tools, and techniques to help you read more, this episode is for you. Link to Show Notes Link to Kwik Reading Program Link to Free Speed Readi

How do you monitor and audit your self-talk to have conviction and confidence instead of uncertainty and doubt? You’ve heard me talk about the ten ways you can upgrade your brain. And one of those ways is your self-talk. I believe your brain is a supercomputer and self-talk is the program it runs. If you believe you’re bad at something, you will be because that’s how you’re programming your brain. I’m excited to welcome Melina Vicario on our show today. Melina is an expert in mind technology, a certified neurolinguistic programmer, and notable biohacker. She’s also the author of Biohacker: Tecnología de la Mente, Biohacking y Espiritualidad Práctica para Crear la Mejor Versión de Tu Vida. Your self-talk is so much more than the words you say. Things like the tone of your voice and the inflection you use projects your inner beliefs to both yourself and to others. Listen in as Melina gives actionable tips to help reengineer your self-talk so that you can unlock the life you desire and deserve. Link to Show Note

How do you kickstart a personal evolution in your learning and your life? Do you ever feel like you’re stuck in a box, unable to break free from limiting beliefs and habits? You’re not alone. But there’s good news: you have the power to change your mindset, boost motivation, and upgrade your methods for limitless success. In today’s episode, I’m going to guide you through a powerful framework to help you break free from limitations and achieve your full potential. These three keys will get you from your current state to your desired result. Whether you want to read a book a week, remember names and faces, or simply learn faster, these actionable tips and techniques can be applied to any goal. Instead of resolutions, unlock your true potential and transform your life by embracing the limitless model. If you’re ready to break free and achieve extraordinary results, this episode is for you. Links to Show Notes Link to Free Speed Reading Masterclass  ***If you’re inspired, I want to invite you to join me in my br

How can you improve your body on a cellular level to make dramatic changes to your brain? As the science of rejuvenation develops, research is unlocking powerful techniques to biohack your brain. Many of the strategies all come down to improving one essential element: your mitochondria. If you can improve your body on that cellular level, you can make dramatic changes to your brain. To dive deeper into this topic, we have Dr. John Lieurance on our show today. Dr. Leiurance is a Naturopathic Physician and Chiropractic Neurologist, and is the founder of the Advanced Rejuvenation Center. He’s also the author of Melatonin Miracle Molecule: Transform Your Life with ‘High Dose’ Melatonin for Benefits Beyond Sleep as the Bodies Master Stress Resilience Molecule for Healing & Longevity. By studying the principles of functional neurology, Dr. Lieurance learned how to activate and bring balance to the brain. It’s all about understanding how inflammation gets into the body and removing those avenues. Listen in as Dr

How do you change your brain every day? When it comes to daily habits for better health, you probably think of things like physical exercise, spirituality, and a nutritious diet. But what about your brain? While some of the habits and routines for a healthy body help with better brain health, there are things you can do to nurture your brain every single day. To dive deeper into this topic, we have Dr. Daniel Amen back on our show today. Dr. Amen is a physician, double-board certified psychiatrist, and founder of Amen Clinics and BrainMD. He’s also an eighteen-time New York Times bestselling author. He’s here to talk about his latest book, Change Your Brain Every Day: Simple Daily Practices to Strengthen Your Mind, Memory, Moods, Focus, Energy, Habits, and Relationships. Learning to love and care for your brain takes daily focus. The good news is there are habits and routines you can establish to improve your brain today. If you’re looking for tips you can use every day on how to change your brain for better

How do you access your calm? Stress is one of the biggest obstacles people face today. It can impact your health, your life, your work, your relationships, and your learning. In our modern world, I believe calmness is currency and nothing is more valuable than your peace of mind. I’m excited to have Jim Poole on our show today. Jim is the CEO of NuCalm, a company dedicated to providing clinically proven neuroscience that puts calm and control in the palm of your hand. Technology and progress have changed how you eat, sleep, learn, and live. But it hasn’t changed your brain. If you’re looking for the ability to tap into a calm state of mind without medication, expensive devices, or clunky technology, this episode is for you. ***If you’re inspired, I want to invite you to join me in my brand NEW 10-day course, specifically designed to boost your productivity. I know it sounds too good to be true, but I give you step-by-step guides using the accelerated learning model to help you get more done and achieve your g

Are there natural medicines that you can use to upgrade your brain? Steve Jobs wrote his final essay on the six best doctors in the world: sunshine, water, rest, air, exercise, and diet. These six resources offer accessible ways to be healthy. And no matter where you are in the world, they’re available and free. In today’s episode, I want to go one level deeper. I’m going to talk about six natural medications to help ease stress and overwhelm whenever they hit. Just like the six best doctors, these medications are everywhere, and they don’t cost anything. They only require your time. Our modern world can create a reliance on technology and artificial answers. But sometimes the best solution is the simplest one. If you’re looking for powerful and effective ways to unlock greater levels of intelligence, income, and impact, this episode is for you. ***If you’re inspired, I want to invite you to join me in my brand NEW 10-day course, specifically designed to boost your productivity. I know it sounds too good to b

Is it possible to unlock new levels of flow, performance, and learning as you age? Have you heard the saying, “You can’t teach an old dog new tricks?” Do you believe that there’s nothing you can do to stop your physical and mental skills from deteriorating as you get older? If you do, you’re not alone. But these are nothing more than LIEs based on old ideas. I’m thrilled to have Steven Kotler on our show today. Steven is the Executive Director of The Flow Research Collective, an award-winning journalist, and bestselling author of over a dozen books. He’s here to talk about his latest book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad. You can’t do anything about growing older. But you can grow better. Research shows that if you’re losing skills as you age, it’s because you simply aren’t using them. If you want to sustain high levels of performance later and longer in life, this episode is for you. ***If you’re inspired, I want to invite you to join me in my brand NEW 10-day course, specifically designed to boost yo

How do you tap the power of laziness to improve neuro-fitness? Your body evolved to save energy. It’s what kept you alive by ensuring you didn’t waste energy on unnecessary tasks. When you aren’t in life-threatening danger, the brain will always encourage rest. But in the modern world, if you give into this impulse too often, you might think you’re lazy. I’m excited to have Dave Asprey back on the show to dive into this topic today. Dave is the Founder of Bulletproof Coffee, the Bulletproof Diet, a best-selling author, and is known as the father of biohacking. He’s here to talk about his latest book, Smarter Not Harder: The Biohacker’s Guide to Getting the Body and Mind You Want. Laziness is natural and healthy. It fueled all human progress by leading to innovative ways to make work easier. Listen in, as Dave talks about how the laziness principle can help you biohack your way to a better body and a healthier brain. ***If you’re inspired, I want to invite you to join me in my brand NEW 10-day course, specific

How do you stay younger longer? If you’re like most people, you probably think of aging as a gradual physical and mental decline. It can be a scary prospect if you think it involves things like increased illness, chronic disease, and less independence. But that’s not how aging has to be. I’m so excited to have Dr. Mark Hyman back on our show today. Dr. Hyman a practicing family physician, international speaker, educator, and fourteen-time New York Times bestselling author. He’s here to talk about his newest book, Young Forever: The Secrets to Living Your Longest, Healthiest Life. The more we learn about the science of longevity, the more aging gets redefined. It’s possible to reverse the processes that are driving the chronic diseases of aging so that you can stay younger longer. If you want to stay as vibrant and functional for as long as possible, this episode is for you. ***If you’re inspired, I want to invite you to join me in my brand NEW 10-day course, specifically designed to boost your productivity. I