The speaker discusses the feeling of pushing oneself during a workout and needing to take a moment to relax before continuing.
The idea of neuroplasticity is that the brain changes based on what you do with it, and neuroscience offers some tips on how to keep learning, even when it's hard to concentrate.
The speaker emphasizes the importance of intentional self-talk, describing it as a clear, honest conversation with oneself that can help clarify one's thoughts and lift mental fog. However, she cautions against using self-talk recreationally and suggests seeking guidance in the process.
The concept of "checking questions" provides a more accurate reflection of reality than the idealized versions we imagine in our minds, making it easier to navigate and comprehend. Stilling the mind through Zen meditation can be a lengthy process that requires years of practice.
The next project should not serve as a motivation to finish the current one, as every discovery and every piece of art is an outgrowth of source energy. The physical world is constrained by the laws of physics but serves as the vehicle for source to allow things to happen in the world.