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The Secrets of Social & Creative Aging

Oct 2, 2023
Renowned author Steven Kotler discusses the challenging activities that facilitate lifelong peak performance, the importance of socialization, and how introverts can achieve their peak potential. He also explores the profound impact of technology on social interaction and the aging process. Other topics include unlocking flow, group flow, the power of reading, and accessing peak performance through flow states.
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  • Positive mindset towards aging can produce seven and a half extra years of healthy longevity by avoiding memory decline
  • Maintaining robust social connections is essential for peak performance aging, providing benefits such as cognitive reserve, stress reduction, and overall well-being.

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The Importance of Getting Biology to Work for Us

Peak performance is about getting our biology to work for us rather than against us, even in the second half of our lives. Research shows that our mental and physical skills don't necessarily decline as we age and can actually be advanced later in life. Positive mindset towards aging can produce seven and a half extra years of healthy longevity, while negative attitudes lead to memory decline. While technology advances rapidly, our biology doesn't change as fast, so focusing on getting our biology to work for us is crucial for peak performance and peak performance aging.

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