Nir And Far: Business, Behaviour and the Brain
These Tiny Experiments Will Change The Way You Grow
Mar 5, 2025
Anne-Laure Le Cunff, a neuroscientist and founder of Ness Labs, shares insights on lifelong learning and curiosity. She introduces the concept of 'Tiny Experiments' to redefine success and embraces uncertainty for personal growth. The discussion covers practical strategies to overcome barriers to exercise and explores procrastination as a signal of deeper needs. Highlights also include the transformative power of observing life and the benefits of planning sleep for better productivity. Embrace experimentation to unlock your potential!
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Quick takeaways
- Procrastination serves as a brain signal that reveals underlying cognitive, emotional, or practical issues rather than simply a failure to act.
- Adopting an experimental mindset towards goal-setting helps individuals embrace uncertainty and derive insights from small, iterative actions instead of rigid plans.
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Understanding Procrastination
Procrastination is commonly viewed negatively, but it is actually a signal from the brain indicating that something is amiss. Instead of suppressing this feeling, it is healthier to listen to it and understand its origins. The podcast discusses how procrastination can stem from cognitive, emotional, or practical sources, referred to as 'head, heart, and hand' issues. An example highlights that if someone desires to get in shape but procrastinates on going to the gym, it’s crucial to analyze whether the hesitation is due to a lack of motivation, emotional aversion, or practical concerns such as feeling unprepared.
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