The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett The Mindset Doctor: The Secret Man Behind The World's Top Performers: Steve Peters
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Jan 23, 2023 
Steve Peters, a world-renowned psychiatrist and author of 'The Chimp Paradox,' shares insights from his diverse career helping elite athletes and individuals overcome mental barriers. He discusses the conflict between our emotional 'chimp' brain and logical mind, emphasizing the importance of emotional regulation and self-reflection. Peters addresses the origins of low self-esteem and people-pleasing tendencies while advocating for personal responsibility and self-approval. He also highlights the role of technology and nutrition in enhancing productivity in today’s fast-paced world.
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Understanding Your Mind
- Understand your mind's unique functioning.
- Learn how you perceive the world, yourself, and others to manage your mind effectively.
Chris Hoy's Focus
- Steve Peters helped Chris Hoy win gold by training his mind to switch off analysis during races.
- This allowed Hoy to enter a "computer mode" of automatic thinking, improving focus.
Three Brain Systems
- The human brain has three systems: the logical Human, the emotional Chimp, and the automatic Computer.
- Fast-moving sports require silencing the Human and Chimp to utilize the faster Computer (autopilot).
