Flow State Unlocked with Rían Doris This Drug Changed My Life
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Sep 22, 2023 
Rían Doris, an expert in flow states, discusses the science behind caffeine mastery, including its impact on peak performance and the different types of caffeine users. They explore the flow state cycle and how caffeine can enhance cognition, providing tips on timing and dosage. The podcast also highlights the significance of pairing caffeine with ltheanine and water for improved cognitive performance and the importance of occasional caffeine breaks.
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Caffeine and Flow State
- Caffeine can trigger flow states by increasing dopamine and norepinephrine, focusing attention.
- It also stimulates cortisol and epinephrine, preparing the body for intense exertion.
Conditioning for Flow
- Use classical conditioning to associate caffeine with flow-inducing work.
- Over time, caffeine becomes a trigger for deep focus.
Timing Caffeine Intake
- Wait 30 minutes after waking before consuming caffeine to avoid interfering with natural cortisol.
- Prioritize cortisol's natural alertness boost over immediate caffeine.