My guest is Dr. Wendy Suzuki, Ph.D., Professor of Neural Science and Psychology and (soon) Dean of New York University, whose research focuses on memory, attention, brain plasticity and simple, daily habits that can be leveraged to improve learning, focus, memory and cognitive ability. We discuss the role of cardiovascular exercise, weight training, deliberate cold exposure, meditation, verbal affirmations, sleep, and other behavioral practices for enhancing learning, mood and stress management, and increasing attention span. Dr. Suzuki shares the mechanisms by which these practices change our brain in order to improve cognitive function fast and reduce age-related cognitive decline.For the full show notes, visit hubermanlab.com.Thank you to our sponsorsAG1 (Athletic Greens): https://athleticgreens.com/hubermanLMNT: https://drinklmnt.com/hubermanSupplements from Momentoushttps://www.livemomentous.com/hubermanTimestamps(00:00:00) Dr. Wendy Suzuki, Learning & Memory(00:03:02) Sponsors: AG1, LMNT(00:07:27) How Memories Form (00:10:14) Hippocampus: Memory, Association & Imagination (00:16:20) Encoding Long-Term Memory(00:18:48) One-Trial Memory(00:21:56) Tool: Foundational Habits to Enhance Brain Performance (00:30:39) Exercise & Improved Memory, Making a “Big, Fat, Fluffy Hippocampus” (00:39:35) Cardiovascular Exercise, BDNF (Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor) (00:48:48) Neurogenesis (New Neuron Production) in Adults(00:51:50) Effects of Exercise on Memory (00:56:31) Tool: Timing Daily Exercise, Cortisol (01:00:02) Age-Related Memory Loss, Daily Exercise (01:05:33) Tool: Exercise Protocol for Improving Cognition (01:12:17) Anticipating Exercise, Daily Habits & Behaviors  (01:17:09) “Every Drop of Sweat Counts” – Exercise & Cognitive Function (01:20:58) Positive Affirmations & Mood (01:27:28) Meditation & Cognitive Performance (01:32:27) How Meditation Works, Focusing on the Present(01:37:14) Tool: Strategies to Increase Attention (01:42:50) Zero-Cost Support, YouTube Feedback, Spotify & Apple Reviews, Sponsors, Momentous Supplements, Instagram, Twitter, Neural Network NewsletterTitle Card Photo Credit: Mike BlabacDisclaimer

Dr. Wendy Suzuki, brain research expert, reveals how exercise improves brain function. Topics include reducing dementia risk, memory enhancement tips, benefits of cold showers, effects of coffee on the brain, and the importance of human connections for optimal brain function.

Wendy Suzuki, a neuroscientist known for her research on brain health, joins Annabel Spring, CEO of HSBC Global Private Banking and Wealth, to discuss what makes a good life. They delve into the profound link between financial stability and well-being, emphasizing how financial anxiety can impact happiness. The conversation highlights the importance of lifestyle choices, such as exercise and social connections, in maintaining brain health. They advocate for proactive financial planning and stress the need to transform anxiety into a positive force for personal growth.

Today’s Masterclass episode is all about healing your mind to help yourself overcome struggles with pain, stress, anxiety and depression. Four experts share their insight into how we can utilize our minds to respond better to adverse experiences and to properly heal from those experiences.In this episode, Andrew Huberman, neuroscientist and professor at Stanford University, shares how our minds have an impact on our bodies and how we can utilize dopamine to stay motivated.Dr. Caroline Leaf, neuroscientist and best-selling author, explains how dysfunctional patterns such as anxiety and depression are intrinsic aspects of the human mind and how we can reconceptualize traumatic experiences in our brain to enable our own healing.Dr. Rahul Jandial, brain surgeon, neuroscientist and best-selling author, illuminates the immediate benefits of meditative breathing on our brains.Dr. Wendy Suzuki, neuroscientist and author, offers strategies for how to intervene in your struggles with anxiety and depression as well as methods to overcome past trauma and loss.For more, go to lewishowes.com/1353Full Episodes:Andrew Huberman: https://link.chtbl.com/1015-podCaroline Leaf: https://link.chtbl.com/1079-podRahul Jandial: https://link.chtbl.com/1249-podWendy Suzuki: https://link.chtbl.com/1160-pod Get more from Lewis! Pre-order my new book Make Money EasyGet The Greatness Mindset audiobook on SpotifyText Lewis AIYouTubeInstagramWebsiteTiktokFacebookX

Today we’ve put together a powerful mashup all about the importance of breath work! We’ve had multiple guests on the show diving deep into the conversation about the power of breathing and how it affects your body to reduce stress, decrease inflammation, and how you can learn to regulate your body’s response to anxiety with a few simple techniques. So stick around to hear from James Nestor, Andrew Huberman, Wendy Suzuki, Nicole LePera, and Wim Hof!For more go to: www.lewishowes.com/1176James Nestor full episode: www.lewishowes.com/1060Andrew Huberman full episode: www.lewishowes.com/1072Wendy Suzuki full episode: www.lewishowes.com/1160Nicole LePera full episode: www.lewishowes.com/1083Wim Hof full episode: www.lewishowes.com/799  Get more from Lewis! Pre-order my new book Make Money EasyGet The Greatness Mindset audiobook on SpotifyText Lewis AIYouTubeInstagramWebsiteTiktokFacebookX

Every morning, my guest on this week’s episode starts her day with 30-minutes of exercise. She knows – from personal experience backed by scientific research – that this makes her more focused, happy, motivated, and even creative. She knows it’ll help her grow new brain cells and neural pathways, long into old age. And she wants you to reap all these benefits too. Dr Wendy Suzuki is a neuroscientist and a Professor of Neural Science and Psychology at New York University’s Center for Neural Science. Her 2016 book Healthy Brain, Happy Life is a thought-provoking, life-changing look at the plasticity of the brain – and the research-based ways we can change it for the better. In our conversation, Wendy shares her realisation that the ‘bubble bath of feelgood chemicals’ released during movement were having powerful unexpected effects in her brain. And she explains how even just a small amount of exercise creates profound changes in the brain that go much further than simply boosting mood. We talk about the effect exercise had on the hippocampus, the part of the brain critical for long-term memory and imagination, as well as the pre-frontal cortex, responsible for our working, moment-to-moment memory. It’s all inspiring proof that our brains are plastic and can change at any age, and that we can take action to make them healthier, younger and stronger. We also discuss anxiety. Wendy’s latest book, provocatively titled Anxiety Is Your Superpower is all about reframing this ‘misunderstood emotion’ as a signal designed to protect us. Anxiety and fear levels have certainly risen over the past few years but if we can understand anxiety as part of the fight or flight stress response, says Wendy, we can begin to see it as an evolutionary tool for productivity. The key, she says, is turning a panicked list of ‘what ifs’ into a practical list of ‘to dos’. Wendy explains the detrimental effects of alcohol on brain health, the wonders of meditation and how listening to your favourite piece of music is one of the easiest ways to nourish your brain. This is a practical and inspiring episode that I’m certain will have you taking action immediately.Support the podcast and enjoy Ad-Free episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts https://apple.co/feelbetterlivemore. For other podcast platforms go to https://fblm.supercast.com.Thanks to our sponsors:https://www.vivobarefoot.com/livemorehttps://www.athleticgreens.com/livemorehttps://www.calm.com/livemoreShow notes https://drchatterjee.com/325DISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast and on this webpage is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website.

Wendy Suzuki, a leading neuroscientist and professor, reveals the top brain-destroying habits we all engage in. She emphasizes how essential sleep, physical activity, and healthy eating are for brain health. Surprisingly, she warns that the rise of social media can hinder real social connections and increase anxiety and depression in the younger generation. Suzuki likens social media’s addictive nature to gambling, cautioning against its impact on mental well-being and suggesting a digital detox to rejuvenate our brains and foster true connections.

Resolutions are easy to make, even easier to break. But what if a story or idea can motivate us in a whole new way? This hour, TED speakers offer different perspectives on our most common resolutions. Guests include neuroscientists Wendy Suzuki and Sandra Aamodt, science journalist Catherine Price, behavioral scientist Wendy De La Rosa, and authors Pico Iyer and A.J. Jacobs.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Dr. Wendy Suzuki, a leading neuroscientist and Dean at NYU, shares groundbreaking insights on how exercise transforms brain health. She discusses the power of a daily 10-minute routine to enhance memory and reduce dementia risk. Dr. Suzuki explains neuroplasticity and its connection to emotional well-being, highlighting the unique potential of every brain. Listeners also discover the significant benefits of short bursts of physical activity on mood and cognitive function, alongside the emotional depth of expressing love in enhancing memory.

Neuroscience professor Dr. Wendy Suzuki explains the power of anxiety and how to manage it. She discusses reframing anxiety, the role of love and social connection, and the benefits of uncertainty. The podcast also explores harnessing anxiety for empathy, the negative effects of chronic anxiety, and overcoming societal pressure. Dr. Suzuki emphasizes the importance of vulnerability, resilience, and finding joy in life.