Problem Focus and Cognitive Enhancers

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The chapter explores the strategy of focusing on problems directly to gain insights and segues into a discussion on cognitive enhancers, including peptides like BPC157 and pinealin, and controlled use of nicotine for focus and creativity.

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OUTLINE:
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(00:00) – Introduction
(10:24) – Quitting and evolving
(17:22) – How to focus and think deeply
(19:56) – Cannabis drama
(30:08) – Jungian shadow
(40:35) – Supplements
(43:38) – Nicotine
(48:01) – Caffeine
(49:48) – Math gaffe
(1:06:50) – 2024 presidential elections
(1:13:47) – Great white sharks
(1:22:32) – Ayahuasca & psychedelics
(1:37:33) – Relationships
(1:45:08) – Productivity
(1:53:58) – Friendship