Had I protected my body and brain, I’d be wealthier and more successful today. Culture is lying to you — you do not need to martyr yourself to be successful. Here’s how you can avoid making the same mistake I did.
Study Links:
Burnout + Heart Attack Risk
Hours Worked + Heart Disease
Sleep Deprivation in CEOs
Sleep Deprivation in Judges
Hosts:
Bryan Johnson: Blueprint Founder
Kate Tolo: Blueprint Co-Founder
Dr. Mike Mallin: Lead Physician for Bryan Johnson
Connect:
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Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction
03:11 - Martyring Yourself for Success
15:50 - Study: ‘Overwork Will Kill You’
20:04 - Sleep + Decision Making (Studies)
25:54 - Physical Fitness + Diet (Studies)
28:24 - Treating Health Like Religion
33:30 - Tips for Balancing Work and Health
43:58 - Resting Heart Rate Before Bed
47:06 - Protecting Your Agency
