Attention isn't just about what we focus on -- it's also about what our brains filter out. By investigating patterns in the brain as people try to focus, computational neuroscientist Mehdi Ordikhani-Seyedlar hopes to build computer models that can be used to treat ADHD and help those who have lost the ability to communicate. Hear more about this exciting science in this brief, fascinating talk.
Read MoreIn our louder and louder world, says sound expert Julian Treasure, "We are losing our listening." In this short, fascinating talk, Treasure shares five ways to re-tune your ears for conscious listening -- to other people and the world around you.
Read MoreIdriz is passionate about teaching others how to improve their memories and believes that with the right practice, almost everyone can get a super-memory.
Read MoreAs a teenager, Ricardo Lieuw On was packing groceries when he knew what he wanted to study: he wanted to learn about learning. He picked up a study in psychology and learned how to reduce his learning time from 3 hours to 1 hour on the same piece of content. He gained the same knowledge in 200% less time. And specially for TEDxHaarlem, he shares the secret of his technique.
Read MoreIn this episode, we discussed why we get burnt out and how to avoid this in our lives, the techniques Thomas uses to learn new things faster and improve memory, how to overcome procrastination and develop self-discipline, and so much more.
Read MoreIn today’s episode, we discuss why we experience brain fog and the best morning routines to get rid of it, the 90-minute focus hack that you need to try, how to manage your dopamine levels to stay motivated, how drugs and alcohol affect your brain and body, and so much more that I’m excited to share with you!
Read MoreIn this episode, Andrew Huberman, professor of neurobiology at Stanford, speaks on the double-edged sword of dopamine and how it plays a role in our ability to focus, Greg McKeown shares why the secret hack to productivity starts with forgiveness, Rich Diviney talks about the difference between discipline and self-discipline and how to achieve both and Joe Dispenza teaches us how rewriting the story of your past can heal your body and transform your mind.
Read MoreIn this episode of On Purpose, Jay Shetty talks about different ways we can divert our attention and lessen the impact of possible distractions that may come our way.
Read MoreIn this episode of On Purpose, Jay Shetty shares with us the best practices that can help us regain our strength and replenish our energy to remain productive.
Read MoreHere are three science-based strategies to juice your ability to come up with new and creative ideas.
Read MoreCreativity can extend beyond artistic abilities, as it reflects a unique way of thinking. Creative-minded individuals typically possess traits that are valuable across various roles, not just those traditionally seen as creative. You can leverage creative skills to develop innovative solutions and approaches to problem-solving in any professional context.
Read MoreCreativity doesn’t have to be about artistic expression. Developing new practices, making a workflow more efficient, or finding a better way to do things are all examples of creative thinking.
Read MoreHow creativity works, how to find your hidden creative genius, and how to create meaningful work by learning how to make creative thinking a habit.
Read MoreWhen the leaders of the world dispense advice to the next generation, they tend to emphasize the same message: Help others. That was a key theme in almost two-thirds of the talks in a study of graduation speeches at U.S. universities.
Read MoreMany people don’t use all their paid time off from work — and struggle to relax and recover on nights and weekends too. What does it take to make our breaks more restorative? Adam examines the evidence on recovery and burnout, explores how workplaces can reimagine vacation policies, and highlights what kinds of hobbies are best suited to different times of day.
Read MoreGroup brainstorming is usually where creativity goes to die. But at The Daily Show with Trevor Noah, they have it down to a science. Adam takes us behind the scenes in the writers’ room to show how creative collaboration really works, and reveals what inspires people to share their best – and worst – ideas.
Read MoreHarness the power of frustrated people to shake up the status quo — just like Pixar did.
Read MoreYo-Yo Ma talks about his experience with burnout, how he sustains his energy and creativity, and what it means for music to connect –and celebrate– humanity.
Read MoreMy guest is Rick Rubin. We discuss topics such as finding inspiration, the role of feelings as guideposts, learning from observing nature, balancing self-doubt and anxiety, and adopting new perspectives to channel the creative process.
Read MoreIn this episode, my guest is Robert Greene, multiple New York Times bestselling author and expert on human psychology and behavior both at the individual and group levels and in the context of relationships, careers, and society. We discuss how to find, pursue and achieve one’s unique life purpose, and how to best learn from good and hard experiences along that journey.
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