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Creator Lab - interviews with entrepreneurs and startup founders

Anne-Laure Le Cunff, Ness Labs // How We Learn, Neuroscience Myths + Productivity Mental Models

Feb 10, 2021
01:11:13

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  • Balancing focused and diffuse thinking enhances problem-solving abilities by allowing the brain to process subconsciously.
  • Adequate sleep is crucial for memory consolidation and optimal learning, impacting attention, motivation, and cognitive function.

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The Difference Between Focused and Diffuse Thinking

Focused thinking involves actively trying to solve a problem, like staring at a blank page, while diffuse thinking, like having 'aha' moments on a walk, lets the brain work subconsciously. By balancing both modes and providing enough material for diffuse thinking, one can enhance problem-solving abilities by allowing the brain to process in the background.

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