The Joe Rogan Experience #2364 - Brandon Epstein
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Aug 12, 2025 Brandon Epstein, a mental performance coach and author of 'The Success Code', dives deep into the art of overcoming mental barriers for athletes and high-achievers. He discusses the psychological challenges athletes face, including the struggle of identity post-defeat and the critical role of self-honesty and mental resilience. Epstein also highlights the power of visualization techniques and neuro-linguistic programming in enhancing athletic performance, and explores how cannabis might impact focus and brain health. His insights are both enlightening and practical for anyone looking to achieve greatness.
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Profit Shapes Truth
- Large institutions prioritize profit and quarterly results over truth, which distorts medicine and platforms alike.
- Brandon and Joe agree incentives often corrupt otherwise brilliant systems.
Rebuild Identity After Defeat
- When identity shatters after a loss, rebuild belief by clearing bodily felt doubt rather than arguing with facts.
- Use breathwork and nervous-system work to accept and replace limiting beliefs.
Supplements Shop Sensei
- Brandon got introduced to breathing and mental techniques at 18 by a supplements-shop sensei while trying to get stronger.
- Those practices shifted him from benchwarmer to starter and launched his career in mental performance.
