The Inner Frontier with Jonny Miller Harnessing the Power of Belief with Nir Eyal
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Sep 22, 2025 
Nir Eyal, a New York Times bestselling author and behavioral design expert, delves into the transformative power of curiosity and the intricate ways our beliefs shape our reality. He discusses why curiosity can be a superpower for self-improvement and sheds light on the limitations of mental health solutions that rely solely on medication. Nir emphasizes the importance of community, integrity, and actionable steps to rewire limiting beliefs, all while exploring how our identity influences our behavior. Tune in for insights that can guide your personal growth!
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Childhood Prayer Became A Reflective Tool
- Nir Eyal describes praying as a child during family hardship and later revisiting that inner voice while researching beliefs.
- He uses third-person self-talk as a reflective tool that helped him process problems and regain perspective.
Rituals Boost Resilience Regardless Of Belief
- Prayer and ritual increase resilience and pain tolerance even when the content is non-supernatural.
- Substituting any meaningful idea for 'God' still doubled tolerance in experiments, showing ritual's power.
Community Underpins Mental Well‑Being
- The loss of institutional community (like religion) contributes to loneliness and 'diseases of despair.'
- Caring for others within community is a central source of meaning and well-being.
