

#604
Mentioned in 31 episodes
The Chimp Paradox
Book • 2012
The Chimp Paradox by Dr. Steve Peters introduces a powerful mind management model that explains the internal struggle between the 'Chimp' (emotional and instinctive) and the 'Human' (rational and intelligent) parts of the brain.
The book helps readers recognize how their mind works, understand and manage their emotions and thoughts, and develop strategies to tame the 'Chimp' and make better decisions.
It also discusses the role of the 'Computer' part of the brain, which stores automatic habits and responses.
The book provides practical advice and exercises to help readers improve their daily lives, manage stress, and achieve their goals.
The book helps readers recognize how their mind works, understand and manage their emotions and thoughts, and develop strategies to tame the 'Chimp' and make better decisions.
It also discusses the role of the 'Computer' part of the brain, which stores automatic habits and responses.
The book provides practical advice and exercises to help readers improve their daily lives, manage stress, and achieve their goals.
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Mentioned in 31 episodes
Mentioned by 

as Steve Peter's first book, which has sold millions of copies worldwide.


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as one of 

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in the introduction, highlighting Professor 

' expertise in mindset.


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in the context of managing inner conflicts and mental health.


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as a groundbreaking book that transformed the way people think about managing their minds.


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when discussing the importance of values in achieving peak performance.


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as the author of the Chimp Paradox and A Path Through the Jungle.


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#671 - Dr Steve Peters - The Science Of Reducing Stress & Building Confidence
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as a life-changing book that helped people close to him.


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in the introduction, referencing the author of "The Chimp Paradox."


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as a book that offers insights into decision-making under pressure.


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as a great book for understanding the brain.


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as an example of a book that helped her understand the power of allowing oneself to fully express emotions to move forward.

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when discussing the chimp paradox.


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to illustrate a point about the power of allowing oneself to fully express negative emotions.

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as the author of a book about rewiring your brain for success and happiness.


Grace Beverley

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as an easy-to-understand psychology book.


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in the introduction of the podcast.


Jake Humphrey

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Mentioned by the speaker as a volume that explores managing the emotional beast within.

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You Are Not the Voice in Your Head
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in reference to exercising the chimp.

Rachel Richards

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when discussing books about childhood trauma and its impact on adult life.


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