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Mentioned in 29 episodes
Peak Performance
Elevate Your Game, Avoid Burnout, and Thrive with the New Science of Success
Book • 2017
Peak Performance uncovers the common principles that drive success in different domains, from athletics to intellectual and artistic pursuits.
The book combines stories of top performers with scientific insights into cognitive and neurochemical factors that enhance performance.
It teaches readers how to optimize their performance by alternating between intense work and rest, priming the body and mind for productivity, and developing a self-transcending purpose.
The authors provide practical advice on managing stress, prioritizing rest and sleep, and setting meaningful goals to avoid burnout and achieve peak performance.
The book combines stories of top performers with scientific insights into cognitive and neurochemical factors that enhance performance.
It teaches readers how to optimize their performance by alternating between intense work and rest, priming the body and mind for productivity, and developing a self-transcending purpose.
The authors provide practical advice on managing stress, prioritizing rest and sleep, and setting meaningful goals to avoid burnout and achieve peak performance.
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Mentioned in 29 episodes
Mentioned by Jeff as a source of practical advice on self-improvement.

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Ep. 276: Lazy or Disorganized?
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as his first book, published before his experience with OCD.


Brad Stulberg

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Master of Change: Brad Stulberg On Rugged Flexibility & The Neuroscience Of Expectations
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, discussing how their book helped popularize the importance of rest for performance.


Brad Stulberg

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How to Take Better Breaks: Mastering Rest & Recovery
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when discussing Hans Selye's research on stress.


Brad Stulberg

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The Art of Doing Hard Things: Meaningful Challenge vs. Useless Suffering
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as a great book written with Steve Magnus, who was recently on the podcast.


Ryan Holiday

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Brad Stulberg On Mastering Change With Science And Stoicism
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as a book co-written with Brad Stolberg.


Ryan Holiday

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Steve Magness on Winning The Inside Game
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as ideal guides in the hype-filled world of biomarkers, biohacks, and fitness.


Derek Thompson

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Myth-Busting Wellness Hacks: Cold Plunges, Coffee, Alcohol, and Fitness Trackers
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to understand rest and recovery in demanding cognitive work.


Cal Newport

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Ep. 60: Habit Tune-Up: Getting Things Done on Distracting Days
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as must-reads and top impactful books.


Brian Cain

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Living a Grounded Life - Brad Stulberg - The Practice of Groundedness
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; signed copies available at The Painted Porch.


Ryan Holiday

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Raising Young Athletes Right | Steve Magness and Ryan Holiday
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as a book he co-authored with 

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Brad Stulberg


Steve Magness

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096 - "Go See God" Workouts and How to Stop Procrastinating
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as the author of 'Peak Performance' and 'The Passion Paradox'.


Rich Roll

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Brad Stulberg: Ditch The Hedonic Treadmill For Sustainable Success
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as a bestselling writer focusing on human performance, known for his books 'Peak Performance' and 'The Passion Paradox'.


Cal Newport

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Ep. 47: BRAD STULBERG on Burn Out, Career Transformation, and Intentional Living
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, referencing research covered in it related to blue light and its impact on performance.

Brad Stulberg

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Restless Exhaustion: What to Do When You Just Can't Turn Off
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as one of 

's previous books.


Ryan Holiday


Steve Magness

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Steve Magness on Doing Hard Things and Why We Get Resilience Wrong | All Great Stories Have One Thing In Common
Mentioned by Jeff as a book full of practical advice on improving learning and skills.

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Ep. 172: CALLS: The Books I Read in January 2022
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when discussing his book.


Brad Stulberg

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Ep. 102: BRAD STULBERG: How Do We Work Less?
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as an author whose philosophy aligns with his own, emphasizing focus on controllable aspects and avoiding minor issues.

Michael Liberzon

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Information, decision making, training and technology | EP#452
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as one of 

's best-selling books.


Scott Barry Kaufman


Brad Stulberg

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Brad Stulberg || Finding Groundedness
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as a science-based primer on high performance.


Rich Roll

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The Paradox of Passion With Brad Stulberg & Steve Magness