Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth 1002: Jim Kwik's 10 Keys to Getting More Out of Your Brain
Apr 4, 2019
In this engaging conversation, Jim Kwik, a world-renowned expert in speed-reading and memory enhancement, shares insights drawn from his work with celebrities and billionaires. He discusses the detrimental effects of digital distractions on our brains and reveals the D.R.E.A.M.S. acronym as a tool for optimal thinking. Jim explains how questions drive personal growth and introduces ten keys to boost brain function. Listeners will also learn creative memory techniques and the importance of emotion in retention, making for a truly enlightening experience.
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Digital Wellness
- Protect your mind from digital overload, distraction, dementia, and depression.
- Be mindful of technology's impact on your mental and emotional well-being.
Morning Routine
- Avoid checking your phone first thing in the morning to prevent rewiring your brain for distraction and reaction.
- Start your day with intention by focusing on your top priorities.
Bathroom Reading
- Justin Andrews stopped taking his phone to the bathroom and started reading a book instead.
- He found this significantly increased his reading time and reduced phone use.
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Intro
00:00 • 4min
Navigating Misinformation and Tailored Fitness Solutions
03:59 • 2min
Navigating Digital Overload
06:06 • 18min
Harnessing the Power of Dreams for Daily Success
24:11 • 3min
Unlocking Potential Through Learning
27:39 • 27min
Mastering Memory and Motivation
55:03 • 14min
Mastering the Dreamscape
01:09:21 • 30min
The Importance of Intentional Downtime for Mental Clarity
01:39:35 • 2min
Unlocking Learning Potential
01:41:09 • 8min
Boosting Memory and Brain Function
01:49:04 • 22min
Unlocking Brain Potential
02:10:37 • 11min
Embracing Mental Well-Being and Personal Growth
02:21:41 • 2min
Irresistible
The Rise of Addictive Technology and the Business of Keeping Us Hooked
Adam Alter
In 'Irresistible,' Adam Alter delves into the world of behavioral addiction, tracing the historical understanding of addiction and its expansion beyond substance abuse to include behaviors such as gaming, social media, and smartphone use.
Alter explains how technology companies deliberately design products to be irresistible, using techniques like 'Ludic Loops' and 'gamification' to keep users engaged.
The book also discusses the potential for these addictive technologies to have both positive and negative effects on our well-being and provides insights into how we can mitigate their damaging impacts.
Unplugged
Evolve from Technology to Upgrade Your Fitness, Performance & Consciousness
Andy Galpin
Phil White
Brian Mackenzie
Unplugged provides a blueprint for using technology to meet health and performance goals while reconnecting to instincts and the natural world.
It features insights from elite athletes and experts, helping readers understand the value and limitations of technology in fitness and lifestyle situations.
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People
Stephen R Covey
This book, first published in 1989, outlines seven habits that are designed to help individuals become more effective in their personal and professional lives.
The habits are grouped into three categories: Private Victory (habits 1-3), Public Victory (habits 4-6), and Renewal (habit 7).
The habits include being proactive, beginning with the end in mind, putting first things first, thinking win-win, seeking first to understand and then to be understood, synergizing, and sharpening the saw.
Covey emphasizes the importance of personal integrity, effective time management, empathetic communication, and continuous self-improvement.
The Structure of Scientific Revolutions
Thomas Kuhn
In 'The Structure of Scientific Revolutions', Thomas S. Kuhn argues that scientific progress does not occur through a gradual accumulation of facts, but rather through periodic revolutions that disrupt existing paradigms.
Kuhn introduces the concept of 'normal science' and 'revolutionary science', where normal science involves puzzle-solving within an established paradigm, and revolutionary science involves a paradigm shift that fundamentally changes the way scientists view the world.
He explains that these revolutions are driven by the accumulation of anomalies that cannot be explained by the current paradigm, leading to a crisis and eventually a new paradigm that offers a different perspective and new ways of conducting research.
iGen
Why Today's Super-Connected Kids Are Growing Up Less Rebellious, More Tolerant, Less Happy—and Completely Unprepared for Adulthood
Jean Twenge
In 'iGen,' Jean Twenge analyzes the cultural changes affecting today's teens and young adults, born after 1995, who are the first generation to spend their entire adolescence in the age of smartphones.
The book draws from nationally representative surveys and in-depth interviews to document how technology has influenced their socialization, mental health, attitudes toward religion, sexuality, and politics.
Twenge argues that this generation is distinct due to their extensive use of technology, which has led to increased levels of anxiety, depression, and loneliness, as well as changes in their developmental pace and social interactions.
The book is divided into chapters that explore various themes, including the impact of internet use, changes in social behaviors, mental health crises, and shifts in religious and political attitudes.
The Power of Positive Thinking
Norman Vincent Peale
Published in 1952, 'The Power of Positive Thinking' is a classic self-help book that emphasizes the importance of maintaining a positive mindset to overcome life's challenges.
Dr. Peale provides practical techniques such as affirmations, visualization, and faith to help readers build self-confidence, achieve their goals, and improve their personal and professional relationships.
The book is rooted in Christian ethos and uses biblical teachings to guide readers towards a more fulfilling and joyful life.
Change Your Brain, Change Your Life
Daniel G Amen
In this completely revised and updated edition of the bestselling book, Dr. Daniel Amen presents cutting-edge research from over 100,000 SPECT brain scans.
The book explains how specific structures in the brain contribute to various psychological issues like anxiety, depression, anger, obsessiveness, and impulsiveness.
Dr. Amen offers practical 'brain prescriptions' including simple breathing techniques, dietary changes, supplements, and mental exercises to help readers improve their brain health and overall well-being.
The book emphasizes that brain health is not fixed and can be improved through targeted interventions and lifestyle changes.
In this episode, Sal, Adam and Justin speak with Jim Kwik, a world expert in speed-reading, memory improvement, and optimal brain performance. Having worked with A-List celebrities and billionaires, Jim entertains and educates with a steady stream of fascinating anecdotes while providing actionable techniques you can take away to immediately improve the function of your brain.
- Must listen: Jordan Harbinger podcast episode with Clint Watts. (2:21)
- How your phone is messing with your mind: The 4 ‘digital demon’ challenges we face today. (4:36)
- Jim’s ‘superhero’ origin story: The boy with the broken brain. (22:40)
- How questions are the answers: The 3 questions you should be asking yourself. (54:51)
- The D.R.E.A.M.S. acronym explained. (1:07:28)
- Has he had any ‘ah-ha’ moments from his dreams? (1:22:49)
- What was the most impactful thing he has learned from the celebrities he has worked with? (1:26:55)
- The 10 things you should do to ‘jump start’ your brain. (1:30:50)
- Why the same level of thinking that caused your problems won’t solve your problems. (1:39:33)
- Information combined with emotion helps you remember. [2 minute memory exercise on neuro-nutrition] (1:48:40)
- The 10 keys to unlock your ‘Kwik’ brain. [Exercise to give a Ted Talk] (2:01:05)
Featured Guest/People Mentioned
- Jim Kwik (@jimkwik) Instagram
- Website
- Kwik Learning – Read faster. Work smarter. Think better.
- Podcast
- Jordan Harbinger (@jordanharbinger) Instagram
- BJ Fogg (@bjfogg) Instagram
- Max Lugavere (@maxlugavere) Instagram
- Tom Bilyeu (@tombilyeu) Instagram
- Will Smith (@willsmith) Instagram
Related Links/Products Mentioned
- 172: Clint Watts | Surviving in a World of Fake News - Jordan Harbinger
- MAPS Fitness Products
- Irresistible: The Rise of Addictive Technology and the Business of Keeping Us Hooked - Book by Adam Alter
- Unplugged: Evolve from Technology to Upgrade Your Fitness, Performance, & Consciousness – Book by Dr. Andy Galpin
- iGen: Why Today's Super-Connected Kids Are Growing Up Less Rebellious, More Tolerant, Less Happy--and Completely Unprepared for Adulthood--and What That Means for the Rest of Us – Book by Jean M. Twenge PhD
- Kwik Brain 015: How to Create a New Habit with Dr. Fogg – Jim Kwik
- The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: Powerful Lessons in Personal Change - Book by Stephen Covey
- Kwik Brain 014: How to Remember Your DREAMS – Jim Kwik
- The Structure of Scientific Revolutions - Book by Thomas Kuhn
- 5 Mental Hacks To End Procrastination | Jim Kwik
- Kwik Brain 047: How Gratitude Rewires Your Brain – Jim Kwik
- Juggling enhances connections in the brain | University of Oxford
- Kwik Brain 005: My 10 Favorite Brain Foods – Jim Kwik
- Ellen Langer's reversing aging experiment - Business Insider
- Kwik Brain 087: Protecting Your Brain from 4 Invisible ... - Jim Kwik
- Religion: Long-Lived Nuns - TIME