Today’s episode is a masterclass put together from previous episodes that share tips and methods for healing your mind and negative thoughts. In this episode, you will learn:Why you shouldn’t suppress negative thoughts. How to attach dopamine to the effort process.To reshape how you think about depression and anxiety. Why you should control the sights, sounds, and smells in your life.How to give yourself your unmet needs.For more, go to lewishowes.com/1290Full Episodes:Dr. Andrew Huberman https://link.chtbl.com/1219-podDr. Caroline Leaf https://link.chtbl.com/1128-podJay Shetty https://link.chtbl.com/1003-podMarisa Peer https://link.chtbl.com/1228-pod
The podcast discusses the relationship between our subjective narrative and the physical body, with experts weighing in on how to harness the power of our minds. The focus is on the idea that the mind-body connection is integral to overall health and well-being.
People who are consistently good at what they do attach dopamine to the effort process, and see each bit of effort as taking a little bit of money out of the epinephrine account—a sign that they're on the upward trajectory.
This podcast talks about the neurochemical systems in the brain that relate to addiction, such as dopamine, and how drugs like cocaine and methamphetamine can hijack these systems leading to addiction.
Understanding autonomy and having a sense of agency is crucial to managing our minds effectively and learning to live with difficult situations. This is important because if you do not manage your mind, reading books or paying for seminars will not fix the problem.
The length of our telomeres, the protective caps on the ends of our chromosomes, can be affected by our emotional health and patterns of behavior, which in turn can impact our lifespan and susceptibility to disease.
The belief that mental health issues should be treated as illnesses or neuropsychiatric brain diseases is a flawed philosophy. Instead, it is possible to change your telomeres and improve your overall mental and physical health through mind management techniques.
Mental health diagnosis and psychotropic drugs can chop up to 25 years off one's life. Trauma is another aspect that has led to extreme mental distress, which still haven't been classified as diseases, and is estimated to affect around 30-40% of the population.
Psychiatrists insist that we stop perpetuating the false idea that chemical imbalances in the brain causes depression since there are no measurable genes or serotonin imbalances that support this theory. Rather, it is the experiences and traumas that a person goes through that can drive them to despair.
Creating a mindful morning routine can help set a positive tone for the day ahead. Incorporating intentional elements such as inspiring quotes and calming sounds can help create the desired emotional state.
In order to cultivate growth in one's life or heart, it is important to create an environment like a rainforest rather than a desert. This means surrounding oneself with nourishing elements such as water, nature, and cool air rather than barrenness and lack of stimulation.
The fear of criticism often holds people back from pursuing things that they are passionate about. Having a diverse network of people who don't know each other can lead to increased creativity and productivity.
Louis Di Bianco talks about the importance of daily habits in building confidence and productivity, as well as the impact of self-talk on one's mindset and motivation.
The basic needs of children include feeling safe, secure, loved, connected, and significant. One may give away their need for security by relying on technological tools or focusing solely on a successful career, but in times of vulnerability, the need may resurface.
The speaker talks about the importance of recognizing and meeting our unmet needs in order to feel complete and find others who can also meet them.