Chapter
The Power of Words and Agency
50:39 - 57:59 (07:20)
The podcast discusses the concept of agency and how the words we use to define ourselves can have a significant impact on our psychology and sense of self, even if the concept of free will is debatable.
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The phrase "I am" is powerful and can internally define oneself, affecting not just how one is perceived by others, but also how one perceives oneself.
50:39 - 52:43 (02:04)
Summary
The phrase "I am" is powerful and can internally define oneself, affecting not just how one is perceived by others, but also how one perceives oneself. This power can be harnessed to reshape one's self-perception through techniques like perceptual bubbles and the use of serotonergic agents.
ChapterThe Power of Words and Agency
EpisodeDr. Matthew Johnson: Psychedelics for Treating Mental Disorders
PodcastHuberman Lab
In this podcast episode, the speakers delve into the idea of agency and free will and how it relates to psychedelic experiences.
52:43 - 55:59 (03:15)
Summary
In this podcast episode, the speakers delve into the idea of agency and free will and how it relates to psychedelic experiences. They also discuss the potential therapeutic benefits of these experiences and whether they can be explained from a naturalist perspective.
ChapterThe Power of Words and Agency
EpisodeDr. Matthew Johnson: Psychedelics for Treating Mental Disorders
PodcastHuberman Lab
Positive thinking is promoted in popular psychology and self-help literature, but it can be cruel to those who struggle with depression and anxiety because controlling thoughts is difficult.
55:59 - 57:59 (02:00)
Summary
Positive thinking is promoted in popular psychology and self-help literature, but it can be cruel to those who struggle with depression and anxiety because controlling thoughts is difficult. The brain's neural networks prioritize language last and rely heavily on storytelling, making it even harder to control thoughts.