In this podcast, Steven Kotler discusses the biology behind peak performance and how flow triggers play a significant role. He emphasizes the importance of setting high hard goals and breaking them down into achievable parts. The podcast explores various topics such as the habit of inferiority, the first high-performance philosopher, and the art of the impossible.
Biology plays a significant role in peak performance and is more important than personality.
Setting high hard goals and breaking them down into achievable parts boosts motivation.
Microdosing psychedelics can enhance flow state experiences and facilitate collaboration and teamwork.
Deep dives
Microdosing as a Catalyst for Change
Microdosing is a sub-intoxicating dose of psychedelics that can open up channels for change. It helps to elongate the afterglow of psychedelic experiences, making it easier to integrate new behavioral changes. Microdosing is not a magic pill, but a catalyst for neuroplasticity. It requires clear intention and purpose to be effective. It is used for various reasons, including getting off conventional psychiatric medications, improving performance and well-being, and as an adjunct in spiritual practices.
The Potential of Microdosing for Flow State
Microdosing has the potential to enhance flow state experiences by amplifying focus, attention, motivation, and creativity. It is important to set up a clear structure and intention when microdosing to fully leverage its benefits. LSD microdosing, in particular, can aid in divergent thinking and open up channels for nonlinear and creative thinking. While microdosing is not necessary for accessing flow, it can serve as a performance enhancer and facilitate full immersion in tasks.
Microdosing and Collaboration
Microdosing can facilitate collaboration and teamwork by mitigating flow blockers and enhancing trust, open communication, and connection. It helps in blending egos, leading from vulnerability, and modeling empathy and compassion. When team members are aligned with a shared mission and purpose, and they feel that their personal goals are in alignment with the team's objectives, it fosters a more effective and productive collaborative environment.
Integrating Microdosing in the Business World
Microdosing is increasingly being integrated into the business world as a tool for enhancing performance and leadership. Despite initial resistance and skepticism, more people in different industries are recognizing the potential of thinking outside the box and exploring their full potential. Third Wave, for example, offers a training program for coaches to integrate psychedelics as a modality into their coaching practice, equipping them with the knowledge and skills to guide clients through psychedelic experiences.
The Future of Work and Psychedelics
The future of work involves a shift towards collaborative, purpose-driven, and holistic approaches. Psychedelics play a role in supporting this shift by fostering visionary thinking, facilitating deeper connections, and encouraging a focus on community experiences and shared missions. As leaders embrace vulnerability, models of humility, and open communication, the power of psychedelics can be harnessed to create new and harmonious systems that align with human well-being and potential.
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ABOUT THE GUEST:
Steven Kotler is the Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective and a world-renowned authority on human performance. He is also a New York Times best-selling author. He has written several books on the topic of flow, a state of optimal performance where individuals experience increased productivity, creativity, and happiness.
In this episode, Steven talks about flow triggers and how biology plays a bigger role in peak performance than personality. He also discusses the importance of setting high hard goals and breaking them down to achievable parts which provides a significant boost to motivation.
ABOUT THE EPISODE:
In this episode, you will learn about:
00:00 Intro
01:05 The Habit of Inferiority
2:47 The First High Performance Philosopher
06:27 How Nietzsche Defined "superman"
11:41 The Art of Impossible
15:47 Personality Scale vs. Biology Scale
28:26 High Hard Goal
38:44 Writing Tips for Beginners
44:06 Formative Years of Steven Kotler
52:29 Avoid Calcification of Imagination
57:44 Disaggreing to Agree
01:02:29 Craziest Performances Seen
01:07:26 Creativity Hacks
RESOURCES
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Website: https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/
Steven Kotler, the founder and executive director of the Flow Research Collective, is one of the world’s leading experts on human peak performance. He is an award-winning journalist and an author with over ten bestselling books.
Some of his works include: The Art of Impossible, The Future is Faster Than You Think, The Rise of Superman, Stealing Fire, and so much more! Look out for his latest upcoming book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad, where he debunks the old myths about aging and how you can boost your longevity through flow!
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