Episode
AMA #5: Intrusive Thoughts, CGMs, Behavioral Change, Naps & NSDR
23:26
Published: Fri Mar 24 2023
Description
Welcome to a preview of the fifth Ask Me Anything (AMA) episode, part of the Huberman Lab Premium subscription. The Huberman Lab Premium subscription was launched for two main reasons. First, it was launched in order to raise support for the standard Huberman Lab podcast channel — which will continue to come out every Monday at zero-cost. Second, it was launched as a means to raise funds for important scientific research. A significant portion of proceeds from the Huberman Lab Premium subscription will fund human research (not animal models) selected by Dr. Huberman, with a dollar-for-dollar match from the Tiny Foundation. Subscribe to Huberman Lab Premium at https://hubermanlab.com/premium Timestamps (00:00:00) Introduction (00:01:53) Strategies for Abstaining From Addictive Thoughts and Narratives (00:21:07) Huberman Lab Premium In the full AMA episode, we discuss: Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs) How to Build Good Habits Alongside a Partner Who Challenges Them? Short Naps vs. Non-Sleep Deep Rest (NSDR) for Replenishing Energy and Dopamine Title Card Photo Credit: Mike Blabac Disclaimer
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This podcast episode explores the distinction between a typical exercise routine versus a disorder with an intrusive exercise obsession.
00:00 - 05:01 (05:01)
Summary
This podcast episode explores the distinction between a typical exercise routine versus a disorder with an intrusive exercise obsession. Also, the premium channel is discussed as a platform for supporting research on human beings that can lead to discoveries to benefit mental health, physical health, and performance.
EpisodeAMA #5: Intrusive Thoughts, CGMs, Behavioral Change, Naps & NSDR
PodcastHuberman Lab
Our neurons transform mechanical and chemical information through electrical and chemical signals in our nervous system that our brain interprets to help us make sense of the world.
05:01 - 10:38 (05:37)
Summary
Our neurons transform mechanical and chemical information through electrical and chemical signals in our nervous system that our brain interprets to help us make sense of the world. Thoughts are perceptions that integrate information from past, present or future experiences.
EpisodeAMA #5: Intrusive Thoughts, CGMs, Behavioral Change, Naps & NSDR
PodcastHuberman Lab
When intrusive thoughts are disturbing, it's important to write out the complete details of the thought and the surrounding emotions on paper multiple times until those emotions start getting diminish.
10:38 - 21:07 (10:29)
Summary
When intrusive thoughts are disturbing, it's important to write out the complete details of the thought and the surrounding emotions on paper multiple times until those emotions start getting diminish. On the other hand, if those thoughts are merely repetitive and not particularly disturbing, it is suggested to abstain from them by not giving them much thought.
EpisodeAMA #5: Intrusive Thoughts, CGMs, Behavioral Change, Naps & NSDR
PodcastHuberman Lab
The Huberman Lab Premium Channel offers exclusive tools and resources related to mental and physical health, as well as a dollar-for-dollar matching program for all funds raised for research.
21:07 - 23:21 (02:14)
Summary
The Huberman Lab Premium Channel offers exclusive tools and resources related to mental and physical health, as well as a dollar-for-dollar matching program for all funds raised for research.