How do you remember your seed phrase for your crypto wallet—or any password—easily and effortlessly? Have you ever come up with a password, PIN number, or code only to forget it when you need it most? Or maybe you haven’t forgotten it, but you worry that you will. We live in a technological world, where online security is vital in ensuring your personal, professional, and financial information stays safe. Today, I want to walk you through a memory exercise to help you remember lists in sequentia...
Jul 04, 2022•17 min
How do you turn burnout into your personal breakthrough? When you’re passionate about something, it’s common to jump in with both feet. You become obsessed with your project—going all in, all the time. But that often leads to a lot of stress, which can turn your energized flame into ashes, and induce a state of burnout. This is a topic I’m really passionate about and I’m excited to have Jenna Kutcher on our show today. Jenna is a mother, an entrepreneur, and host of the top-rated podcast, Goal D...
Jun 27, 2022•20 min
How do you breathe during stressful times? That might seem like a strange question. After all, breathing is something we do automatically. But how you breathe can change the physiological response you have to a situation. Practicing breathwork can help you experience stress safely so that you can learn to modulate your breath during any scenario life throws at you. To talk more about this important topic, I’m happy to have Chuck McGee III on our show today. Chuck is a breathwork instructor who h...
Jun 20, 2022•20 min
What is the best approach for treating and preventing Alzheimer’s Disease? After my traumatic brain injury, my grandmother became my primary caregiver because my parents had to work multiple jobs. From a young age, I watched her struggle with Alzheimer’s, and I saw firsthand how devastating this disease is. It’s why I’m so passionate about brain health and work with leading experts in their mission to understand, treat, and prevent Alzheimer’s and other brain diseases. To talk more about this ve...
Jun 13, 2022•19 min
How do you transform the life of your child with special needs? As many of you know, this topic is near and dear to my heart. I had several traumatic brain injuries when I was a child and struggled with learning as a result. Being able to help provide information and resources to help everyone, no matter what age or stage of life you’re in, is extremely important to me. That’s why I’m so excited to have Anat Baniel back on our show. Anat is a clinical psychologist, dancer, and best-selling autho...
Jun 06, 2022•18 min
How do you begin your day to jumpstart your brain for greater productivity and peace of mind? One of the most consistent questions I get from our community is how I start my day. I believe that if you can win the morning, you can win the day. And it all starts by establishing a set of routines and habits that create positive momentum to move you forward. In today’s episode, I’m going to walk you through some of the habits I’ve created that make up my ideal morning. Notice how I said ideal. My go...
May 30, 2022•17 min
How do you remember more of what you read? Have you ever read a page in a book and forgot what you were reading? And even if you go back and reread the page, you still can’t remember? This experience can be incredibly frustrating because you know how important it is to focus on what you’re reading and retain it, so you can go out into the world and implement your learnings. I’m excited to bring you this special episode from VeeFriends at VeeCon , a Web3 event in Minneapolis, Minnesota, where I r...
May 23, 2022•24 min
What if you were one action away from achieving your goals and changing your life? You already know that mindset is the beginning of everything. But limiting beliefs can be tricky to identify, and they often work to subconsciously hold you back by making you feel overwhelmed and unprepared as you make progress. And sometimes all you need to do to overcome these obstacles is one more thing. To talk about this powerful mindset, I’m thrilled to have Ed Mylett on our show today. Ed is an entrepreneu...
May 16, 2022•21 min
How do you unleash radical confidence? Confidence is a subject that comes up a lot in our community and there’s a misconception that it means you no longer have doubt, fear, or insecurities. But building self-assurance doesn’t mean you get rid of those feelings. Instead, it’s a series of steps you take to overcome these internal struggles. To talk more on this subject, I’m delighted to have Lisa Bilyeu on our show today. Lisa is cofounder of Quest Nutrition, cofounder and President of Impact The...
May 09, 2022•20 min
How do you train your attention and stop your mind from wandering in only twelve minutes a day? Maintaining your attention and focus in a world filled with distractions can be very difficult. The constant disruption of notifications can start to feel like you don’t have ownership over your own mind. But solutions like avoiding technology for periods of time rely on external intervention rather than giving you control over your ability to concentrate. To go in-depth on this topic, I’m thrilled to...
May 02, 2022•20 min
Is setting goals the best way to unlock your true potential? We talk a lot about the importance of goal setting and how to set smart goals. But sometimes fear of failure can create unintentional limits within your goals, and that can actually end up holding you back. What if there was a better way to look at your goals so that you don’t just reach them, but achieve so much more? I’m thrilled to have Emmanuel Acho on our show today to talk more in-depth about this topic. Emmanuel is a former NFL ...
Apr 25, 2022•21 min
How do you work smarter and not harder? If you’re like the rest of us, you want to become more efficient by working smarter—not just harder. You already know what it’s like to feel overwhelmed with long to-do lists, stressful demands, and the pressure of not having enough time. This burden can feel even heavier when all of these tasks feel high-priority and can’t be ignored. Today, I want to talk about how to focus on the things that matter the most so that you can exert the same amount of effor...
Apr 18, 2022•13 min
How do you go from stressed to motivated? When you’re under pressure, you may not look beyond today’s circumstances for what’s causing your stress. But the truth is, how you react to challenging situations now is directly tied to events you’ve already faced. The key to overcoming that stress is figuring out how your present feelings are being influenced by your past. I’m thrilled to have Dr. Don Wood on the show today. Dr. Wood is a clinical psychologist and founder of the Inspired Performance I...
Apr 11, 2022•20 min
What is the power of a having bittersweet outlook? If you’re like most people, you’ve probably felt the pressure to always look on the bright side and act happy no matter what. While there is a place for optimism and positivity, you may actually be doing yourself a terrible disservice by burying your sad and melancholy feelings all the time. To explore this topic deeper, I’m thrilled to have bestselling author Susan Cain on our show today. Susan is the author of " QUIET: The Power of Introverts ...
Apr 04, 2022•21 min
How do you recover from COVID brain? Most people are familiar with the physical symptoms of COVID, but it also affects the brain. Things like memory loss, difficulty concentrating, and loss of taste and smell can last much longer than the initial infection. With more information emerging every day, it can start to feel overwhelming and increase your overall stress. But there are actionable steps you can implement in your daily lifestyle to reduce these symptoms and maintain your physical and bra...
Mar 28, 2022•15 min
What is the best way to take notes so that you can remember more? Many of you have heard about the learning curve, but did you also know there’s a forgetting curve? Research shows that within 48 hours of encountering new information, most people forget up to 80% of what they read or heard. So, how can you change the way you learn to remember more in less time? In today’s episode, I’m going to walk you through one of my favorite note-taking methods. This technique is not only easy to learn and si...
Mar 21, 2022•14 min
How can you use movement to activate your brain for greater mental strength, energy, flexibility, and clarity? One of the best ways to enhance learning is by disrupting the monotonous drag of long study sessions and rote memorization. Moving your body is one way to help enhance focus and give your brain an extra energy burst. But what if there were specific movements you could utilize to unlock your full learning potential and give you even better results? I'm thrilled to have Anat Baniel on our...
Mar 14, 2022•21 min
How do you go from feeling broken to becoming unbreakable? While almost everyone has struggled with mental health at some point in their lives, emotional and mental pain can sometimes be harder to talk about than physical pain. But what if having the right words could turn fear, anxiety, and depression into motivation and power to achieve your goals? To go deeper into this topic, we are thrilled to have Jay Glazer as our guest today. Jay is a TV personality, NFL insider, mental health advocate, ...
Mar 07, 2022•21 min
Can understanding your brain type unlock the secret to happiness? When it comes to brain health, happiness is a profoundly important topic. But what exactly is happiness? And what does your brain type have to do with finding it? To dive deeper into this topic, we’re thrilled to have Dr. Daniel Amen back on our show. Dr. Amen is a physician, double-board certified psychiatrist, and founder of Amen Clinics and BrainMD. He’s a twelve-time New York Time bestselling author, and he’s here to talk abou...
Feb 28, 2022•20 min
How do you understand and organize information in a way that makes it memorable and accessible? The goal here at Kwik Brain isn’t simply to get you reading, remembering, and learning faster. It’s to help you increase your productivity by understanding what you’re learning. But what does it mean to understand something? And how do you know whether you truly understand it or not? In today’s episode, I’m going to go deeper into this topic by reading from Richard Saul Wurman’s new book, Understandin...
Feb 21, 2022•20 min
Why should you drop acid? This may seem like a very provocative question, but it refers to a particular type of acid in your body that you should be aware of. When levels of this acid build-up, it can cause a lot of damage to your metabolic health. We have Dr. David Perlmutter on our show today to discuss the topic in more depth. Dr. Perlmutter is an MD board-certified neurologist and five-times New York Times best-selling author. He’s here today to talk about the central idea behind his new boo...
Feb 14, 2022•20 min
How do you transform the quality of your health to add more life to your years? I heard a quote a few years ago that said, “A person who has their health, has a thousand dreams. But a person that’s lost their health only has one dream.” Anyone who has worked to regain their health knows how essential wellness is to maintain. Today, I’m excited to have back on our show world-renowned entrepreneur, New York Times bestselling author, and life strategist, Tony Robbins. He’s with us to talk about his...
Feb 07, 2022•21 min
How do you calm and quiet your mind? Your brain isn’t designed to work at full speed all the time. Learning how to find that calm state of mind is essential for your life, career, and well-being. But when you wear a lot of hats and your to-do lists have to-do lists, it can be challenging to turn off the noise in your head. Today, I will give you some practical exercises that will help calm your thoughts and quiet your mind. By learning how to give your brain a break, you can become more peaceful...
Jan 31, 2022•18 min
How do you effectively study to retain information long-term? No matter what age and stage you’re in, sometimes you’re presented with a situation where you have to learn a lot of information in a short period of time. Maybe it’s for a sales call, a last-minute meeting, or an unexpected test. But once you give the presentation or take the test, what happens to all that information in your mind? It usually disappears. In today’s episode, I will go over simple techniques to help you study large amo...
Jan 24, 2022•20 min
How do you achieve your next big breakthrough so you can reach the next level? When it comes to growth and development, one of the hardest obstacles to overcome can be the self-doubt that stands in your way. I am thrilled to have the incredible Tony Robbins with us today to talk about how to overcome that doubt and unlock your next big breakthrough. Tony is a world-renowned entrepreneur, New York Times best-selling author, and life strategist. He’s responsible for helping so many people around t...
Jan 18, 2022•18 min
How do you overcome perfectionism and people-pleasing to avoid stagnation in your life and career? Development doesn’t stop when you become an adult. But that’s when you become bombarded with numerous daily decisions—both big and small. And the more stress you’re under, the harder these decisions can feel. We have Dr. Sasha Heinz with us today to dive deeper into this topic. She’s a developmental psychologist, an expert in positive psychology, behavioral change, and the science of getting unstuc...
Jan 10, 2022•21 min
Happy new year! As we’re kicking off the new year, I want to share the tips to get the most out of this year. If you’ve been listening to our podcast for the last few years, you’re probably familiar with the metaphor of the butterfly. I use this metaphor because the butterfly is a profound symbol of transformation. And while the beauty may be in the butterfly, the growth happens inside the cocoon. Today, I want to talk about TEN small, simple steps that you can do to achieve more in the New Year...
Jan 03, 2022•21 min
How do you induce a flow state? Flow state is an incredibly powerful productivity tool. It can help you build a business, power through daily emails and tasks, accelerate your learning, and so much more. Many of you listened to my conversation with Steven Kotler , where he walked you through how to unlock flow state so you feel your best and can achieve peak performance in our previous episodes. Today I’m excited to have Scott Donnell , founder of Hapbee, back on the show to add his gems for our...
Dec 27, 2021•20 min
How do you unleash your untapped mental energy to become mentally vibrant and cognitively alive? Energy is a key component in the Kwik Brain motivation formula: Purpose x Energy x S3 (small, simple steps) = Motivation. Without energy, you’re going to have a much harder time finding the motivation to plow through difficult situations and accomplish all the things you want to do. I’m very excited to have Dr. Michael Breus with us today to dive into this topic. He is a Clinical Psychologist, host o...
Dec 20, 2021•21 min
How can you use meditation & mindfulness to improve your sleep and overall brain performance? The terms meditation and mindfulness frequently get used interchangeably, but is there a difference? Today, I’m excited to have neuroscientist Ariel Garten back on the show. She’s the founder of Muse, the revolutionary and award-winning brain-sensing headband technology that makes meditation easy and effective. Listen in as Ariel goes on a deep dive into how meditation, mindfulness, and sleep affect...
Dec 13, 2021•21 min