Kwik Brain with Jim Kwik

Jim Kwik, Your Brain Coach, Founder www.KwikLearning.com
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Dec 8, 2025 • 15min

How Trauma Shrinks Your Brain (And How Exercise Reverses It)

Trauma directly alters brain structure, triggering survival instincts and increasing stress hormones. However, exercise is revealed as a powerful tool for healing, promoting neuroplasticity and brain cell growth. Discover how BDNF acts like fertilizer for the brain, why aerobic activity can expand memory centers, and the benefits of combining movement with mindfulness. A practical seven-day challenge offers simple steps to incorporate movement into your daily life, paving the way for recovery, improved focus, and a renewed sense of control.
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Dec 1, 2025 • 52min

Creative Problem Solving Expert: How to Think Smarter and Innovate Faster

Dr. Jeff Karp, a Harvard and MIT-trained professor and bestselling author, dives into the world of creativity and innovation. He shares how he transformed his undiagnosed ADHD into a superpower, emphasizing the importance of unlearning outdated habits and reconnecting with curiosity. Karp discusses using nature as inspiration for problem-solving and introduces practical tools from his book LIT to spark ideas and drive action. He also talks about teaching curiosity to children and the value of using personal setbacks as stepping stones to success.
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Nov 24, 2025 • 8min

How to Use Gratitude To Upgrade Your Brain Chemistry

This enlightening discussion delves into how gratitude can rewire your brain chemistry, boosting mood and resilience. It reveals the powerful effects of gratitude on dopamine and serotonin levels while strengthening emotional pathways. Learn a memorable Thanksgiving formula for cultivating gratitude daily, including pausing to reflect, appreciating small joys, and practicing kindness. Jim emphasizes journaling, intentional appreciation, and even visualizing future success as key steps to enhance mental performance and foster deeper relationships.
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Nov 17, 2025 • 43min

Air Quality Expert: The Air You Breathe Is Changing Your Brain

Michael Feldstein, founder of Jaspr and air quality expert, dives into the hidden dangers of indoor air pollution. He reveals that your home air can be significantly more toxic than outdoor air, affecting sleep and brain function. Michael shares practical tips for improving air quality, like avoiding synthetic fragrances and keeping spaces clean. He emphasizes the importance of air purification for cognitive performance and well-being. Learn why clean air is a game changer for focus and energy!
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75 snips
Nov 10, 2025 • 27min

The 4 Chemicals Secretly Controlling Your Motivation and Mood

In this engaging conversation, neuroscientist TJ Power, author of The Dose Effect, reveals how four key brain chemicals—dopamine, oxytocin, serotonin, and endorphins—steer our motivation and mood. He explains how modern tech can drain these feel-good chemicals and shares practical habits to rebalance them. Strategies include boosting oxytocin through brief social interactions, harnessing sunlight for serotonin, and using movement to release endorphins. TJ also emphasizes setting boundaries with technology to enhance mental energy and motivation.
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Nov 3, 2025 • 16min

Increase Your Memory by 76% with This Simple Memory Technique

Ever forget a name right after meeting someone? Discover a powerful technique that can increase your memory recall by 76%! Learn why traditional memorization fails and how visualization and association transform information into unforgettable images. Jim shares fun tips like using silly images to remember names and how to visualize technical terms. Plus, get a practical four-step system to enhance your memory and a seven-day challenge to boost your recall. Train your brain to thrive on images and connections!
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Oct 27, 2025 • 20min

24 Books That Will Rewire Your Brain and Transform Your Life

Unlock the secrets of the mind with must-read insights from 24 transformative books. Discover how brain health impacts mood, the power of tiny habits, and the art of timing tasks for peak productivity. Explore the importance of self-worth in creativity, and learn that memory shapes our identity. Delve into strategies for exponential thinking, the significance of rest, and the magic of communication. Plus, uncover the link between nutrition and brain health while strengthening resilience through cold exposure. Each topic is a gateway to upgrading your life!
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Oct 20, 2025 • 20min

James Swanwick: The Hidden Habit Hijacking Your Sleep and Memory

In this insightful chat with James Swanwick, a former ESPN anchor and author of Clear, listeners uncover how alcohol subtly undermines focus, memory, and sleep. James explores the cultural norms that normalize drinking and reveals that even a single drink can harm brain function. He emphasizes the importance of shifting the mindset from deprivation to desire for an alcohol-free lifestyle. Practical tips include social scripts for managing cravings and a supportive seven-day clear plan, all aimed at enhancing clarity and energy.
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Oct 13, 2025 • 20min

Longevity Starts in Your Brain with Kayla Barnes Lentz

In this engaging discussion, longevity and health optimization expert Kayla Barnes Lentz dives deep into brain health and biohacking. She emphasizes the critical role of sleep in detoxing the brain and shares practical tips on nutrition and movement to boost cognitive performance. Kayla uncovers the link between blood sugar management and Alzheimer’s risk and highlights effective detox practices, including air quality management and advanced therapies. Listeners can explore innovative biohacking tools and natural methods to enhance wellness and longevity.
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Oct 6, 2025 • 13min

8 Step Mental Fitness Routine with Jim Kwik

Explore the concept of mental fitness as a proactive approach to mental health. Discover eight actionable tools to train your brain, from cognitive warm-ups to dopamine resets. Learn how naming emotions can enhance self-regulation and the importance of guarding your information diet. Uncover the impact of social connections on happiness and longevity, and engage with innovative mood-tracking technology. Finally, Jim challenges you to treat your brain as you would your body, fueling it with purpose and self-care.

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