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Minimizing Light Exposure and Creative Processes
The speaker recommends minimizing overhead light exposure in the evening from 10 p.m to 4 a.m. While opening up the creative thinking process can aid in implementing creative works, they caution against the use of drugs for developing brains in order to maintain neuroplasticity.
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Our ability to access creativity is better when we are in a relaxed state, such as after a non-sleep deep rest mode or sleep in the afternoon.
50:19 - 51:45 (01:25)
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Our ability to access creativity is better when we are in a relaxed state, such as after a non-sleep deep rest mode or sleep in the afternoon. This is due to the freer, looser mindset associated with fatigue that comes later in the day.
ChapterMinimizing Light Exposure and Creative Processes
EpisodeOptimize Your Brain with Science-based Tools
PodcastHuberman Lab
This episode discusses the creative process and how novel configurations of familiar elements result in creative works.
51:45 - 58:12 (06:27)
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This episode discusses the creative process and how novel configurations of familiar elements result in creative works. While psychedelics can aid the creative thinking process, their impact on the developing brain may be detrimental, although ongoing research at Johns Hopkins may show otherwise in certain clinical contexts.
ChapterMinimizing Light Exposure and Creative Processes
EpisodeOptimize Your Brain with Science-based Tools
PodcastHuberman Lab
The speaker advises the listener to minimize overhead bright light exposure in the evening from 10 p.m. to 4 a.m. to stabilize their circadian rhythms of sleep and wakefulness, which can benefit learning and performance.
58:12 - 1:00:12 (01:59)
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The speaker advises the listener to minimize overhead bright light exposure in the evening from 10 p.m. to 4 a.m. to stabilize their circadian rhythms of sleep and wakefulness, which can benefit learning and performance. Morning light exposure, on the other hand, can improve sleep cycle predictability and make the body want to wake up earlier.