Kwik Brain with Jim Kwik
Jim Kwik, Your Brain Coach, Founder www.KwikLearning.com
Kwik Brain is a fun, fast-paced show designed to help busy people learn and achieve anything in a fraction of the time! Your coach, Jim Kwik (his real name), is the brain & memory trainer to elite mental performers, including many of the world’s leading CEO’s and celebrities. In this easy to digest bite-sized podcast, you will discover Kwik’s favorite shortcuts to read faster, remember more, and ‘supercharge’ your greatest wealth-building asset: your brain. Whether you’re a student, senior, entrepreneur or educator, you will get the edge with these simple actionable tools to sharpen your mind, enhance your focus, and fast-track your fullest potential. Get show notes, Jim’s latest brain-training, and submit your questions in our private community (free) at: www.KwikBrain.com
Jim Kwik is the founder of KwikLearning.com, a widely recognized world leader in speed-reading, memory improvement, brain performance, and accelerated learning with students in over 150 countries.
After a childhood brain injury left him learning-challenged, Kwik created strategies to dramatically enhance his mental performance. He has since dedicated his life to helping others unleash their true genius and brainpower to learn anything faster and live a life of greater power, productivity, and purpose.
Jim Kwik is the founder of KwikLearning.com, a widely recognized world leader in speed-reading, memory improvement, brain performance, and accelerated learning with students in over 150 countries.
After a childhood brain injury left him learning-challenged, Kwik created strategies to dramatically enhance his mental performance. He has since dedicated his life to helping others unleash their true genius and brainpower to learn anything faster and live a life of greater power, productivity, and purpose.
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Jan 12, 2026 • 20min
How to Use Neuroplasticity to Rewire Anxiety and Chronic Stress
Anxiety impacts millions, but there’s hope! Discover how neuroplasticity allows your brain to adapt and rewire responses to stress. Expressive writing can clear anxious thoughts, while positive self-talk boosts resilience. Meditation reshapes your brain's response to stress, and visualization trains calmer reactions. Exercise acts like medicine, increasing mood-enhancing chemicals. With daily habits, you can redefine your relationship with anxiety, leading to a more confident and clear-minded life!
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Jan 5, 2026 • 24min
How to Set Goals You’ll Actually Keep (The Science-Backed System to Achieve Anything)
Uncover a brain-friendly approach to goal-setting that transforms your ambitions into actions. Learn the power of 90-day focus periods and the crucial difference between lead and lag measures for success. Emotional connections and visible reminders are explored to keep your goals at the forefront. Discover how to automate habits with simple if-then rules, design your environment for better choices, and implement quick daily routines. Plus, find fail-proof strategies to reset after setbacks and emphasize systems over mere goals.
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Dec 29, 2025 • 16min
How to Become Limitless in the New Year
Unlock your potential with a powerful framework for continuous growth. Replace that to-do list with a to-learn list to accelerate your learning. Discover how mindfulness enhances focus and reduces stress. Learn the P × E × S3 formula for consistent motivation. Implement ideas, don’t just brainstorm them! Shift your mindset from time management to priority management. Rewire limiting beliefs with empowering self-talk. Emphasize emotional intelligence and self-care for peak performance. Show up daily to become the best version of yourself!
Dec 22, 2025 • 45min
The Hidden Force Controlling Money, Power and Your Choices
Dr. Steven Pinker, a Harvard psychologist and bestselling author, delves into the power of common knowledge and its influence on society. He explores why ideas go viral, the mechanics of public shaming, and how social media shapes our perception of reality. Pinker highlights the dangers of misinformation and the need for institutions that uphold truth. He also discusses how awareness of cognitive biases can enhance learning. This conversation sheds light on the unseen forces that govern our decisions and social interactions.
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Dec 15, 2025 • 1h 12min
Your Values Determine Your Learning Capacity (How to Transform Your Focus, Memory, and Motivation)
Dr. John Demartini, a renowned human behavior specialist and author, shares his journey from overcoming learning challenges to becoming a thought leader. He explains how your values dictate your focus and learning speed, emphasizing the importance of aligning your studies with what truly matters to you. Demartini introduces his value-determination process to break procrastination and enhance retention. He also discusses transforming polarized debates into meaningful dialogues, advocating for a values-driven approach to education and personal growth.
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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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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.
