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Nir And Far: Business, Behaviour and the Brain

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May 13, 2024 • 8min

How to Overcome Anxiety Forever - Nir And Far

Guest Scott Young, known for Ultralearning, discusses overcoming anxiety by experiencing fear without harm. Delving into the psychology of fear and the benefits of exposure therapy in reducing anxiety levels and improving mental health.
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May 6, 2024 • 11min

Referent Power: The Ultimate Form of Influence - Nir And Far

The podcast explores referent power as the most potent form of influence, based on who a leader is and how they behave. It discusses how this power doesn't require micromanaging or coercion and has a broad range of influence. The episode delves into living authentically, ethical leadership, positive change in the workplace, and leveraging referent power in various contexts.
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Apr 29, 2024 • 31min

Interview with Mike Norton - Nir And Far

Mike Norton, author of 'The Ritual Effect,' discusses the significance of personal rituals in managing anxiety, exploring their impact on happiness, relationships, and performance. From daily rituals to family traditions, he highlights the power of rituals in providing comfort, structure, and unity.
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Apr 22, 2024 • 8min

Studies Show Self-Compassion is the Motivator You’re Missing - Nir And Far

Discover the power of self-compassion in boosting performance and mindset. Learn how self-kindness can counter negative thoughts and improve mental health. Explore the benefits of self-affirmations and nurturing intrinsic motivation.
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Apr 8, 2024 • 10min

Children and Technology: 3 Things Parents Need To Know - Nir And Far

Social psychologist Jonathan Haidt and Nir Eyal discuss managing kids' tech use, limiting screen time, delaying social media access, navigating social media dangers, promoting free play for children's well-being.
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Apr 1, 2024 • 9min

How to Banish Virtual Meeting Boredom - Nir And Far

Nir Eyal, expert on habit-forming technology, discusses the challenges of virtual meetings and offers solutions like clear agendas, video calls for engagement, and minimizing distractions for improved focus. Establishing trust and rapport in virtual teams is crucial but trickier to achieve.
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Mar 18, 2024 • 7min

Limiting Beliefs: Ditch the 4 Dream Killers Holding You Back - Nir And Far

Learn how self-limiting beliefs can hinder your goals and resolutions. Explore ego depletion, imposter syndrome, inner critic, and distractions as obstacles. Discover strategies to overcome these barriers and become indestractable for future success.
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Mar 11, 2024 • 8min

The Magic of Now, Not How - Nir And Far

The podcast discusses the concept of 'Now, not how' and taking immediate action to test ideas and pursue ventures. It highlights successful businesses that started as small projects, the value of experimentation, and overcoming the fear of failure. It emphasizes prioritizing action over planning, seeking feedback, and learning from it rather than getting stuck in constant preparation and overthinking.
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Mar 5, 2024 • 10min

Sales Psychology: Why You Make Terrible Buying Choices - Nir And Far

Exploring how companies utilize psychological traits to drive consumer spending and the challenges consumers face in making informed purchase decisions. Emphasis on resisting manipulative sales tactics and making wiser buying choices. Impact of scarcity, framing, anchoring, and endowed progress heuristics on purchasing decisions. Strategies to counter impulsive purchasing tendencies like setting shopping rules and practicing a 24-hour rule before making purchases.
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Feb 26, 2024 • 25min

Hindsight Bias: Why You Make Terrible Life Choices - -Nir And Far

Explore the distortion of hindsight bias and its impact on decision-making. Learn how the human brain evolved for pattern recognition, leading to cognitive biases. Discover strategies to overcome hindsight bias and make better decisions. Dive into the influence of this bias on legal proceedings, emphasizing the importance of clear records.

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