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The Science of SelfMastering Skills with Da Vinci: A Guide to Polymath Thinking00:06:01 Cultivating Intense da Vincian Curiosity 00:10:40 Michael Gelb’s book How to Think Like a Da Vinci00:13:45 The Right Attitude00:14:07 Idea 1: Learning never ends 00:14:52 Idea 2: Test out your theories in the real world 00:15:33 Idea 3: Embrace the unknown 00:16:48 Idea 4: Be humble 00:18:23 Here are the primary takeaways Leonardo da Vinci’s Mental Models: Secrets of the World’s Most Famous Polymath (Learning how to Learn Book 26)By Peter HollinsHear it Here - https://adbl.co/4egDpJbhttps...2025-07-2319 min
The Science of SelfEmbracing the Polymathic Mindset00:02:36 What we can learn from their approach00:04:29 Adaptable and Open00:15:05 TakeawaysPolymath: Master Multiple Disciplines, Learn New Skills, Think Flexibly, and Become Extraordinary Autodidact (Learning how to Learn Book 9) By Peter HollinsHear it Here - https://bit.ly/polymathhollinshttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B087BNHHHCAre you ready to expand your horizons and become an extraordinary polymath? In this episode, we dive into Chapter 2 of Peter Hollins' insightful book, "Polymath Master: Multiple Disciplines, Learn New Skills, Think Flexibly." Discover how adopting a...2025-07-1816 min
The Science of Self"Master the Art of Teaching: Unlocking Science-Based Methods for Effective Education"00:04:30 Five Key Pedagogical Approaches00:15:11 The Brain’s Strengths and Limitations00:27:50 Scaffolding: the Power of Baby Steps00:34:38 TakeawaysHow to Teach Anything: Break Down Complex Topics and Explain with Clarity, While Keeping Engagement and Motivation (Learning how to Learn Book 13) By Peter HollinsHear it Here - https://bit.ly/TeachKidsHollinshttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B08TVXZYCPScience-based methods for the most comprehension and retention. Teach more in less time.There is a reason th...2025-07-0338 min
The Science of SelfSocrates’ Endless Questions00:00:17 Today's featured book is Think Like a Genius00:10:34 There are six types of Socratic questions00:16:36 The Socratic method as a thinking technique00:19:13 Turning the questions on ourselves00:22:38 TakeawaysThink Like a Genius: How to Go Outside the Box, Analyze Deeply, Creatively Solve Problems, and Innovate (Mental Models for Better Living Book 5)By: Peter Hollins Hear it Here - http://bit.ly/GeniusHollinshttps://www.amazon.com/Think-Like-Genius-Creatively-Problems/dp/16474325292025-06-2325 minThe Science of SelfUnlocking Your Brain's Potential: Understanding Neuroplasticity and Its Impact00:09:34 What Is Neuroplasticity?00:15:13 The Process of Neuroplasticity00:22:29 The Debate of Neuroplasticity00:25:38 Primary Aspects of Neuroplasticity00:29:34 From Synaptic Pruning to NeurogenesisBuild a Better Brain By Peter HollinsHear it Here - https://adbl.co/3vIls5fhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B07MX5W6T7Dive into Chapter 2 of "Build a Better Brain" with Peter Hollins as we explore the fascinating world of neuroplasticity. Discover how your brain possesses an incredible...2025-05-0137 min
The Science of SelfUnleashing Your Brain's Potential: Sleep Habits for Peak Mental PerformanceThe Brain Mechanic: How to Optimize Your Brain for Peak Mental Performance, Neurogrowth, and Cognitive Fitness (Think Smarter, Not Harder Book 10) By: Peter HollinsHear it Here - https://bit.ly/3FNWZP4https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BHSHN48CDive into the third chapter of Peter Hollins' groundbreaking book, "The Brain Mechanic." In this episode, we explore the profound impact of sleep on our cognitive abilities and uncover practical routines to optimize your brain function. Learn...2025-04-2519 minThe Science of SelfThe Monkey's Paw" Lesson: Why Shortcuts Can Be Detrimental to Your JourneyLearn the lesson of "The Monkey's Paw" story and discover why taking shortcuts can be harmful to your journey. Explore the consequences of trying to manipulate fate.In this episode, we delve into the fascinating tale of "The Monkey's Paw," a classic story that serves as a powerful reminder of the pitfalls associated with taking shortcuts. Peter Hollins' book, Legendary Self-Discipline, offers valuable insights on how to navigate life's challenges and choose the right path over the easy one. Join us as we ...2025-04-1929 min
The Science of SelfThe Science Of Happiness: Unlocking Your Happy Brain00:00:06 Today is April 11th, 202500:05:03 How to Reconnect00:05:42 Check In on Old Friendships00:06:16 Stay Open-minded00:07:33 Put Quality Over Quantity00:08:51 Change Your Mindset00:11:11 Laugh It Off!00:14:24 Keep a Store of Comedy for When You Need It00:15:19 Keep It Good-natured00:16:05 Don’t Worry About What’s Appropriate 00:17:11 Laugh When Things Are Tough00:18:45 Dancing Can Boost Serotonin Levels00:23:36 Go with Whatever You Like!00:23:57 Consider Connecting with Your Culture or Your Community00:25:04 Dance Wherever You Can 2025-04-1128 min
The Science of SelfMaster Memory Retention: Decoding The Forgetting Curve & Superior Learning Strategies00:00:00 Hello, Listeners00:03:22 1. Encoding 2. Storage 3. Retrieval 00:07:19 Forgetting00:11:12 The Forgetting CurveSuper Learning: Advanced Strategies for Quicker Comprehension, Greater Retention, and Systematic ExpertiseBy: Peter Hollins Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/superlearninghollinshttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B08Y7S9VQSWelcome to our latest episode! Today, we delve into the fascinating world of memory retention and the infamous "Forgetting Curve." Discover how your brain stores and retrieves information for optimal learning. Learn about...2025-04-0416 min
The Science of SelfUnmasking Psychological Triggers With Peter Hollins - A Dive Into Human Nature And BehaviorPsychological Triggers: Human Nature, Irrationality, and Why We Do What We Do. The Hidden Influences Behind Our Actions, Thoughts, and Behaviors. (Understand Your Brain Better)By: Peter Hollins Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/psychologicaltriggershollinsUnderstand, avoid, and defeat the subconscious causes of your irrational and self-defeating behaviors. It’s only human nature.A psychological trigger is something that causes us to act out of urgency - not correctness or even happiness. It’s a switch that is flipped outside of our consciousness. This is f...2025-03-2812 min
The Science of SelfMastering Rapid Knowledge Acquisition: The Power Of Double Loop LearningRapid Knowledge Acquisition & Synthesis: How to Quickly Learn, Comprehend, and Apply, and Master New Information and Skills (Learning how to Learn Book 11) By Peter HollinsHear it Here - https://bit.ly/rapidknowledgehttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B08DMZNGZ8In this video, we'll dive into the fascinating world of learning and knowledge acquisition, uncovering the secrets to becoming a master learner. We'll discuss two main models of learning: single and double loop learning, and how each one can help you adapt and grow in your personal and professional life...2025-03-2135 min
The Science of SelfEinstein'S Genius Secrets: Unleash Your Creativity With Combinatorial Play | Mental Models For Better Living00:00:00 Hello, Listeners00:01:53 Albert Einstein is the world-renowned German physicist00:08:06 Try this00:14:41 In fact, Ursula K. Le Guin explored this very questionGenius Thinking: Lessons From History’s Greatest Minds on Innovation, Creativity, and Intelligence (Mental Models for Better Living Book 6) By: Peter HollinsHear it Here - https://adbl.co/47E7WgKhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C9CGX1FKIn this captivating video, we dive into the world of Einstein's genius and uncover the secrets behind his gr...2025-03-0724 min
The Science of SelfMaster Self-Discipline With Peter Hollins' 41 Habits | Focus, Eat Well, Exercise00:00:00 Hello Listeners00:03:30 How to Use This in Your Life00:04:36 Eat Well, Eat Regularly 00:09:20 Exercise Body and Mind41 Self-Discipline Habits: For Slackers, Avoiders, & Couch Potatoes By: Peter HollinsHear it Here - https://bit.ly/41Habitshttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B09GNP93DSIn today's episode, we dive deep into the fascinating world of self-discipline and personal growth by discussing Peter Hollins' book, "41 Self-Discipline Habits for Slackers, Avoiders, & Couch Potatoes." This guide offers a unique approach...2025-02-2514 min
The Science of SelfUncover Your Brain Blunders! - Discover Everyday Illusions, Fallacies & Improve Your ThinkingBrain Blunders: Uncover Everyday Illusions and Fallacies, Defeat Your Flawed Thinking Habits, And Think Smarter (Or Just Less Stupidly) By Peter HollinsHear it Here - https://bit.ly/brain-blundershttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B07SJ98KTWIn this video, we dive deep into the fascinating world of "Brain Blunders" by renowned author and thinker Peter Hollins. Join us as we explore the various misadventures our human brains often find themselves in, leading to everyday illusions, fallacies, and flawed thinking habits....2025-02-1412 min
The Science of SelfUnleash Your Polymath Potential! Master Multiple Disciplines, Learn New Skills, And Think Flexibly00:00:00 Hello Listeners00:18:00 What’s Your Shape?00:24:24 The Renaissance Mindset00:28:20 T-Shaped ProblemsPolymath: Master Multiple Disciplines, Learn New Skills, Think Flexibly, and Become Extraordinary Autodidact (Learning how to Learn Book 9) By Peter HollinsHear it Here - https://bit.ly/polymathhollinshttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B087BNHHHCDiscover the power of becoming a true Renaissance person in today's fast-paced world! In this comprehensive video, we dive deep into Peter Hollins' book "Polymath: Master Multiple Disciplines, Learn New Skills, Think Fl...2025-02-0736 min
The Science of SelfUnleash Your Happy Brain: Neuroscience Secrets For Health, Wealth & Love | Book 11 By Peter Hollins00:00:00 Hello Listeners00:01:49 What Stress Does to Your Brain00:07:44 Keeping Stress at Bay00:13:09 The 4-7-8 Breathing TechniqueHappy Brain, Happy Life: Everyday Neuroscience of Health, Wealth, and Love (Think Smarter, Not Harder Book 11) By Peter HollinsHear it Here - https://adbl.co/3zYQx7924_pd_ushttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D9HVNBH4Discover the power of your brain and unlock the secrets to happiness, health, wealth, and love with "Happy Brain, Happy Life" by...2025-02-0117 min
The Science of SelfThink Like Einstein & Other Geniuses: Unlock Your Hidden Potential00:00:00 Think Like a Genius00:01:41 Einstein: not a one-trick pony00:09:53 Thought experiments were one of Einstein’s superpowers.00:14:52 SummaryThink Like a Genius: How to Go Outside the Box, Analyze Deeply, Creatively Solve Problems, and Innovate (Mental Models for Better Living Book 5)By: Peter Hollins Hear it Here - http://bit.ly/GeniusHollinshttps://www.amazon.com/Think-Like-Genius-Creatively-Problems/dp/1647432529Have you ever wondered wh...2025-01-1718 min
The Science of SelfLearn Faster, Achieve More: The 80/20 Learner By Peter HollinsThe 80-20 Learner: Shortcuts to Fluency, Knowledge, Skills, and Mastery (Learning how to Learn Book 24) By: Peter HollinsHear it Here - https://adbl.co/3NGOSXshttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CJRMVCZMFeeling overwhelmed by information overload? You're not alone! In today's fast-paced world, it's easy to get bogged down by the sheer volume of stuff we're expected to learn. But what if there was a better way?In his book, The 80/20 Learner, Peter Hollins reveals the secrets to mastering the...2025-01-1019 min
The Science of SelfConquer Yourself: How Plato & Nietzsche Can Help You Build Self-DisciplinePhilosophies on Self-Discipline: Lessons from History’s Greatest Thinkers on How to Start, Endure, Finish, & Achieve (Live a Disciplined Life Book 7) By Peter HollinsHear it Here - https://bit.ly/philosophieshollinshttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B08H1BSFCVWe all know the feeling: you set a goal, you're fired up, and then...BAM! You skip the gym, indulge in that extra slice of cake, and your grand plans go out the window. This frustrating phenomenon is ca...2024-12-1321 min
The Science of SelfUnlock Your Potential: The Importance Of Energy In Productivity & PerformanceEndless Energy: A Blueprint for Productivity, Focus, and Self-Discipline - for the Perpetually Tired and Lazy By Peter HollinsHear it Here - https://bit.ly/3SpEtC9https://www.amazon.com/dp/B081W5KQL1Feeling drained and unproductive? You're not alone. In this video, we explore the fundamental role of energy in achieving your goals. We introduce the concept of the energy pyramid and how it can help you optimize your physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being.2024-12-0635 min
The Science of SelfUnlock Your Genius Potential: Learn From History's Greatest Minds00:00:00 Genius Thinking00:02:41 Intellectual curiosity.00:10:37 Willpower and discipline.00:18:25 Intellectual honesty.00:25:31 A dash of polymath.Ready to learn more? Grab your copy of Genius Thinking here: https://adbl.co/47E7WgKDo you want to think like a genius? In this video, we'll dive into the book Genius Thinking: Lessons From History's Greatest Minds on Innovation, Creativity, and Intelligence by Peter Hollins.2024-11-2240 min
The Science of SelfUnlock Your Inner Hero: Self-Discipline Lessons From MythologyLegendary Self-Discipline: Lessons from Mythology and Modern Heroes on Choosing the Right Path Over the Easy Path By Peter HollinsHear it Here - https://bit.ly/legendaryselfdiscipline00:00:00 Legendary Self-Discipline00:01:20 Pandora’s Box and the practice of discretion and patience00:13:42 Daedalus and Icarus and the merits of moderation00:27:24 Athena and Arachne and the saboteur that is egohttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B089G6MNQCFight temptation, tame your impulses, and learn to persevere....2024-11-0137 min
The Science of SelfUnlock Your Brain's Potential: A Neuroscience Guide To Happiness, Wealth, And LoveDiscover the secrets to unlocking your brain's potential for happiness, wealth, and love in this neuroscience guide. Learn how to improve your brain health and live your best life!Happy Brain, Happy Life: Everyday Neuroscience of Health, Wealth, and Love (Think Smarter, Not Harder Book 11) By Peter HollinsHear it Here - https://adbl.co/3zYQx7924_pd_ushttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D9HVNBH4 Neuroscience made simple: practical methods to rewire your brain for happiness, fulfillment...2024-10-1153 min
The Science of SelfNeurotransmitter Fine-Tuning: Master Your Brain's Chemistry For Optimal HealthIn this video, we'll delve into neurotransmitter fine-tuning and how you can master your brain's chemistry for optimal health. Learn how to optimize your neurotransmitters for better mental and emotional well-being.The Brain Mechanic: How to Optimize Your Brain for Peak Mental Performance, Neurogrowth, and Cognitive Fitness (Think Smarter, Not Harder Book 10) By: Peter HollinsHear it Here - https://bit.ly/3FNWZP400:00:00 Understanding D. O. S. E. Chemicals.00:02:09 Oxytocin.00:08:23 Serotonin00:13:22...2024-09-2033 min
The Science of SelfMaster The Art Of Learning: A Guide To Effective Study HabitsHow to Self-Learn: Teach Yourself Anything, Become an Expert, and Memorize Everything (Learning how to Learn Book 20) By: Peter Hollins00:00:00 How to Self-Learn00:00:09 Learning Misconceptions.00:10:16 Learning Mindsets.00:16:29 Reach Out To Others.00:19:37 Remember the seven characteristics of a self-directed learner00:20:54 Reflective Learning Through The Gibbs Model.00:31:29 Understand Cognitive Load And Working Memory.00:40:48 GamificationHear it Here - https://adbl.co/3Q3Wvqdhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B4JVYQ7Y2024-09-1354 min
The Science of SelfBecome A Renaissance Reader: Learn From Leonardo Da Vinci's MasterclassIn this video, learn how to become a renaissance reader and improve your self with tips inspired by Leonardo Da Vinci.Leonardo da Vinci’s Mental Models: Secrets of the World’s Most Famous Polymath (Learning how to Learn Book 26)By Peter HollinsHear it Here - https://adbl.co/4egDpJbhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CVX1T4HW How a poor farmer boy from a small village became a name you still know hundreds of years after his death2024-09-061h 06
The Science of SelfEnergy Rules Everything: The Power PyramidHave More Energy. A Blueprint for Productivity, Focus, and Self-Discipline—for the Perpetually Tired and Lazy (Think Smarter, Not Harder Book 8) By: Peter HollinsHear it Here - https://bit.ly/MoreEnergyHollins00:00:00 Have More Energy00:10:21 Pyramidal Thinking.00:14:23 The Seven-Minute Morning Workout.00:19:51 Channeling That Energy.https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09CNZ2KDPAll of your best intentions will fail without the energy to execute them. Become more energetic: biologically and psychologically.Want to create new habits? Become more disciplined? Change yo...2024-08-3033 min
The Science of SelfStop Calling Yourself Lazy: It's About Barriers, Not BlameIn this video, we'll explore the common barriers that may be holding you back from reaching your goals, and how to overcome them. It's time to stop blaming yourself and start understanding the root of your struggles. Let's tackle that fear of failure together!Practical Self-Discipline: Become a Relentless Goal-Achieving and Temptation-Busting Machine (A Guide for Procrastinators, Slackers, and Couch Potatoes) (Live a Disciplined Life Book 5) By Peter HollinsHear it Here - https://bit.ly/practicalselfdisciplinehttps://www.amazon...2024-08-1629 min
The Science of SelfUnleashing Your Inner Da Vinci: The Science Of CreativityRapid Idea Generation: How to Create, Innovate, Conceive, and Invent From Scratch [Second Edition] (Think Smarter, Not Harder Book 5) By Peter HollinsHear it Here - https://bit.ly/rapid-ideaHow to systematically engineer creativity from nothing and unleash your inner ingenuity.Creative thinking is surrounded by so much mystique and myth. It’s time to cut through the static and learn how to become an idea-generating machine.Spark your imagination, improve your thinking, and solve problems.Ra...2024-07-2640 minThe Science of SelfConquer Yourself: How Plato & Nietzsche Can Help You Build Self-DisciplinePhilosophies on Self-Discipline: Lessons from History’s Greatest Thinkers on How to Start, Endure, Finish, & Achieve (Live a Disciplined Life Book 7) By Peter HollinsHear it Here - https://bit.ly/philosophieshollinshttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B08H1BSFCV8 meditations on goal achievement and getting things done no matter the circumstances.Instead of trying to go it alone or wing it, apply lessons from some of history’s greatest thinkers. Harness thousands of years worth of wisdom, not just your own.2024-07-1944 minThe Science of SelfUnlock Your Potential: The Importance Of Energy In Productivity & Performance00:00:00 Endless Energy: A Blueprint for Productivity, Focus, and Self-Discipline00:09:59 Pyramidal Thinking.00:26:21 Physical Energy Vampires 00:35:43 Sleep, Circadian, and Ultradian Rhythms00:48:28 Eating For Glucose.00:58:27 Shoring Up Deficiencies.01:02:10 A Note On Water.Endless Energy: A Blueprint for Productivity, Focus, and Self-Discipline - for the Perpetually Tired and Lazy By Peter HollinsHear it Here - https://bit.ly/3SpEtC9https://www.amazon.com/dp/B081W5KQL1All of your best intentions will fail without the...2024-07-121h 06
The Science of SelfAce Any Exam: Essential Study Strategies You NEED To Know!00:00:00 ACE Your Exams, Tests, & Quizzes00:07:52 Start Your Revision Early.00:11:26 Maintain Good Study Habits.00:16:57 Identify Your Preferred Learning Style.00:18:24 The Auditory Type.00:25:25 Create An Examination Checklist.00:28:09 Gather Practical Examination Details.00:31:43 Don’t Skimp on Proper BreaksACE Your Exams, Tests, & Quizzes: 34 Test-Taking Strategies for Top Grades, Time Efficiency, Less Stress, and Academic Excellence (Learning how to Learn Book 18) By: Peter HollinsHear it Here - https://bit.ly/AceExamsHollinshttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B09MC5D1DS...2024-07-0541 min
The Science of SelfUnveiling The Genius Mindset | The 4 Pillars Of Intellectual Brilliance00:00:00 Think Like Einstein00:02:28 Intellectual Curiosity.00:08:34 Willpower And Discipline.00:14:27 Intellectual Honesty.00:19:46 A Dash Of Polymathy.Think Like a Genius: How to Go Outside the Box, Analyze Deeply, Creatively Solve Problems, and Innovate (Mental Models for Better Living Book 5)By: Peter Hollins Hear it Here - http://bit.ly/GeniusHollinshttps://www.amazon.com/Think-Like-Genius-Creatively-Problems/dp/1647432529Learn from some of the greatest thinkers...2024-06-2833 min
The Science of SelfHow To Stop Suffering: Learn From Buddha & Modern Psychology AudioChapter from How to Suffer Well AudioBook by Peter Hollins00:00:07 How to Suffer Well00:00:54 The Buddhists tell a story that goes like this00:14:40 What Frankl brought to the discussion of suffering was the question of recovery.00:22:08 The Buddha put forward his four noble truths, which go like this00:35:16 A Buddhist parable tells of a young monk and his wise older teacher on a journey.How to Suffer Well: Timeless Knowledge on Dealing with Hardship and Becoming Anguish-Proof (Live a Disciplined Life Book 12) By: Peter HollinsHear it Here - https://adbl.co/3v4lpg32024-06-2143 min
The Science of SelfSelf-Learning Myth Busted! The Secret Weapon Is NOT What You Think00:00:00 The Self-Learning Blueprint00:06:25 The Myth Of Requirements00:20:24 Macro And Micro PlanningThe Self-Learning Blueprint: A Strategic Plan to Break Down Complex Topics, Comprehend Deeply, and Teach Yourself Anything By Peter HollinsHear it Here - https://bit.ly/selflearningblueprinthollinshttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B07TQ6HKTRAn approach to instantly make sense of a topic when learning from scratch and teaching yourself.Embarking on anything new is daunting...2024-06-1438 min
The Science of SelfUnlock Your Learning Potential: The Learning Brain ExplainedNeuro-Learning: Principles from the Science of Learning on Information Synthesis, Comprehension, Retention, and Breaking Down Complex Subjects (Learning how to Learn Book 7) By Peter HollinsHear it Here - https://bit.ly/neurolearninghollinshttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B082RDLL3CWork with your brain, not against it. Use neuroscience foundations to learn better, faster, and stronger.All our lives, we've been taught ways to learn that are utterly ineffective and ignorant as to how our brains work. This book will transform...2024-06-0738 min
The Science of SelfIntroverts: The Thriving Brains Behind the Quiet ConfidenceEver wondered how introverts not only survived but thrived throughout history? 00:00:00 The Science of Introverts00:01:13 The Prefrontal Cortex00:17:39 Brain Chemicals00:28:40 Background Noise00:34:46 How Did Introverts Survive Evolution?The Science of Introverts: Explore the Personality Spectrum for Self-Discovery, Self-Awareness, & Self-Care. Design a Life That Fits. By Peter HollinsHear it Here - https://adbl.co/3S4Z79whttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B07L9C77YJ Discover the hidden causes behind your behaviors and habits. Stop trying to impersonate someone...2024-05-3143 min
The Science of Self30 Days to Self-Discipline30 Days to Self-Discipline: A Blueprint to Bust Laziness, Escape the Couch, Become a Machine, and Accomplish Your Every Goal (Practical Self-Discipline 2.ed) (Live a Disciplined Life Book 9) By: Peter Hollins Hear it Here - https://adbl.co/3ew4v2bhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B08X3SBMCVA true guide for procrastinators, slackers, couch potatoes. In 30 days, you won't be one anymore!Want to get somewhere worth going? It's not going to be easy, and it's not going to be comfortable...2024-05-2437 min
The Science of SelfYou Need a Strategy AudioChapter from The Art of Practice AudioBook by Peter HollinsThe Art of Practice: Accelerate Your Learning, Quickly Build Expertise, and Perform Like a Pro (Learning how to Learn Book 25) By: Peter Hollins00:00:00 The art of practice.00:02:15 The Deliberate Practice Roadmap00:16:59 Slow Practice00:21:26 Understanding Energy Levels00:30:46 Embrace the Growth Mindset00:31:57 Be Aware of Cognitive Biases00:35:31 The Stages of Mastery00:51:49 The Zone of Proximal Development01:01:02 Seek out a More Knowledgeable Other (MKO)01:03:33 The Yerkes–Dodson Law01:12:19 Find the Optimal Challenge Level01:13:02 Manage Stress and Avoid Extremes...2024-05-1701 min
The Science of SelfDeconstructing The Polymath00:00:00 Learn Like a Polymath00:01:46 Two Paths to Polymathy00:24:46 Cross-Pollination as the Key00:32:34 Guidelines and a PlanLearn Like a Polymath: How to Teach Yourself Anything, Develop Multidisciplinary Expertise, and Become Irreplaceable (Learning how to Learn Book 12) By Peter HollinsHear it Here - https://bit.ly/learnlikeapolymathhollinshttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B08JKPHMX7Polymathy is the modern currency. Generate unique solutions and perspectives that only a dedicated self-learner can.2024-05-0351 minThe Science of SelfPractice Makes Perfect? Not Quite! How to Master Any SkillEasily listen to The Science of Self in your podcast app of choice at https://bit.ly/ScienceOfSelfPodcast00:00:51.329 Friedman’s Ways to Make the Most Out of Practice00:06:06.759 Reflect00:08:21.889 Challenge Yourself00:11:26.200 Mentally Rehearse00:15:54.040 Create an Alter EgoHear it Here - https://adbl.co/3vumSjNWant to finally master that skill you've been working on? Forget the idea of "practice makes perfect" - it's all about perfect practice! In this episode of The Science of Self, we dive deep into the book by Peter Hollins to...2024-04-0534 min
The Science of SelfLessons From The Heroes Of Old AudioChapter from Legendary Self-Discipline AudioBook by Peter HollinsLegendary Self-Discipline: Lessons from Mythology and Modern Heroes on Choosing the Right Path Over the Easy Path By Peter HollinsHear it Here - https://bit.ly/legendaryselfdiscipline00:01:31.630 In Greek mythology, Pandora was the first human female00:14:21.940 Daedalus was a master inventor and designer00:37:27.370 The Monkey’s Paw and the dangers of shortcuts00:50:37.069 Hercules and the Twelve Labors and embracing hardshiphttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B089G6MNQCFight temptation, tame your impulses, and learn to persevere....2024-03-191h 04
The Science of SelfA Peek Into The Science Of Habits AudioChapter from Neuro-Habits AudioBook by Peter HollinsNeuro-Habits: Rewire Your Brain to Stop Self-Defeating Behaviors and Make the Right Choice Every Time (Understand Your Brain Better Book 7)By: Peter Hollins 00:03:42 Let’s take a closer look 00:19:11 The pleasure principle00:33:12 Habit Formation Psychology00:55:31 Conscious Psychological Factors01:00:36 Subconscious Psychological Factors01:06:13 External Environmental FactorsHear it Here - https://bit.ly/neurohabitshollinshttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B08RCV5KQNSmall daily acts to change your brain chemistry and structure - so you ca...2024-03-121h 14The Science of SelfThe Personality Spectrum AudioChapter from The Science of Introverts AudioBook by Peter HollinsThe Science of Introverts: Explore the Personality Spectrum for Self-Discovery, Self-Awareness, & Self-Care. Design a Life That Fits. By Peter Hollins00:11:04 The Extrovert Ideal.00:23:45 What Lies Between00:33:51 Introvert or Highly Sensitive?Hear it Here - https://adbl.co/3S4Z79whttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B07L9C77YJ Discover the hidden causes behind your behaviors and habits. Stop trying to impersonate someone you’re not.We use the terms introvert and extrovert constantly. We use th...2024-03-0549 minThe Science of SelfDecision-Making For Speed And Context AudioChapter from Mental Models AudioBook by Peter HollinsMental Models: 30 Thinking Tools that Separate the Average From the Exceptional. Improved Decision-Making, Logical Analysis, and Problem-Solving. By Peter Hollins00:14:50 It's called the Eisenhower Matrix00:24:03 MM - Visualize All the Dominoes00:35:24 MM - Make Reversible Decisions00:49:22 MM - Stay Within 40-70%00:53:24 MM - Minimize RegretHear it Here - https://adbl.co/3shpCLr https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07QSHPWS130 Practical and applicable guidelines to think smarter, faster, and with expert...2024-02-271h 00The Science of SelfNeurofitness And Neurotransmitter Fine-Tuning AudioChapter from The Brain Mechanic AudioBook by Peter HollinsThe Brain Mechanic: How to Optimize Your Brain for Peak Mental Performance, Neurogrowth, and Cognitive Fitness (Think Smarter, Not Harder Book 10) By: Peter Hollins00:02:44 Get Moving and Sweating.00:13:06 Bend and Stretch (Your Brain).00:22:52 Express Yourself Physically.00:56:59 How to Do a Dopamine Detox.Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/3FNWZP4https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BHSHN48CSorry, you can’t actually “train your brain.” But you can force it to adapt, grow, and perform to it’s full potential.2024-02-211h 07The Science of SelfGetting Started AudioChapter from 41 Self-Discipline Habits AudioBook by Peter Hollins41 Self-Discipline Habits: For Slackers, Avoiders, & Couch Potatoes By: Peter Hollins00:04:05 Start on a Monday00:08:23 Never Skip Two Days in a Row00:12:25 Monitor Your Progress00:16:28 Put Your Goals Where You Can See Them 00:20:34 Visualize Your Outcome00:27:27 Chapter 2: Focus on Habits Replace Old Habits00:31:39 Eat Well, Eat Regularly00:36:28 Exercise Body ... and Mind00:41:01 Fine Tune Your Mornings00:49:51 Make Room for Breaks, Treats, and RewardsHear it Here - https://bit.ly/41Habits...2024-02-1356 minThe Science of SelfYour Obstacles Are Everyone’s Obstacles AudioChapter from Rapid Knowledge Acquisition AudioBookRapid Knowledge Acquisition & Synthesis: How to Quickly Learn, Comprehend, and Apply, and Master New Information and Skills (Learning how to Learn Book 11) By Peter Hollins00:02:43 It’s Not About Smarts00:11:24 Maybe It’s All About Avoiding Failure00:19:23 More Effective Goal Formation00:22:05 Style, Format, and SourcesHear it Here - https://bit.ly/rapidknowledgehttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B08DMZNGZ8From novice to expert: tools and techniques to make your learning faster, deeper, and stronger.Time to mast...2024-02-0727 min
The Science of SelfLower Your Standards, Raise Your Results: The Power of ActionLooking to boost your motivation and productivity? Lower your standards and raise your results with the power of action! Watch this video for some game-changing tips.Think Less; Do More: Create An Action Bias, Stop Overthinking, and Learn How to Actually Change Your Life (Live a Disciplined Life Book 15) By: Peter HollinsHear it Here - https://adbl.co/46YVcld00:00:00 Think Less, Do More00:02:07 Lower Your Standards—Yes, Really!00:09:57 Forget Perfection.00:11:43 Focus On Pr...2023-12-2937 min
The Science of SelfThe Sacred, Life-Changing Habit Of ReadingThe Science of Self with Peter Hollins- a Newton Media Group production.00:02:54 Take Advantage of Free Time 00:09:26 Organization Is Everything!00:20:11 The app Leave Me Alone00:21:06 LinkedIn Today2023-08-1725 min
The Science of SelfSpartacus And The Servile Wars• Spartacus was able to do what he did because he was exquisitely focused on his goal – justice. Freedom is being outside of the control and dominion of any other being except yourself. Even if you are enslaved, you can emancipate yourself first by refusing to submit to injustice.• It may feel like you have nothing but use what you do have, reach out to others, and do whatever it takes to get where you want to be.• Finally, there is no virtue in tolerating something you cannot bear, instead of summoning up the cour...2023-01-0519 min
The Science of SelfThe Battle Of Thermopylae• The Spartans lived by a set of principles and core beliefs that guided everything they did, and this is ultimately what allowed them to act with strength, conviction, and discipline. When you commit to a cause and belief greater than yourself, you become unstoppable, and even death itself is no longer something you fear.• We don’t have to believe the Spartans were perfect in every way to appreciate the courage it took to live life the way they lived it. We can be inspired in our own lives and ask, what do we care about so deeply...2022-12-1521 min
The Science of SelfJulius Caesar And The Battle Of Alesia• No matter how bleak things look, stay calm and take heart.: you always have the power to choose your response, and you can often turn a disadvantage into an advantage simply by changing your perspective.• When faced with a challenge or obstacle, try to think outside of the box and imagine a solution beyond your current way of thinking. Understand the rules, like Caesar, and then be brave and audacious enough to rewrite them completely to your advantage.• There is never any reason for despair or giving up – things can and often do chang...2022-11-1719 min
The Science of SelfThe Mindset Of The Present• Stay present. It’s something we hear frequently, but what does it mean? Simply put, we are more often caught in the past or looking forward to the future. When we are caught in the past, we are affected by things and events that we have no control over. When we are looking forward to the future (excessively, of course), we are also affected by that which we have no control over. • Author Eckhart Tolle has great insight into the problem of fixating on the past or future; he once said, “All negativity is caused by an accumula...2022-11-0330 min
The Science of SelfAlexander The Great And The Land Bridge To Tyre Island• No matter how bleak things look, stay calm and take heart: you always have the power to choose your response, and you can often turn a disadvantage into an advantage simply by changing your perspective.• When faced with a challenge or obstacle, try to think outside of the box and imagine a solution beyond your current way of thinking. Understand the rules, like Caesar, and then be brave and audacious enough to rewrite them completely to your advantage.• There is never any reason for despair or giving up – things can and often do chang...2022-10-2717 min
The Science of SelfSuffer Better, Suffer Less• The fourth noble truth encourages us to follow the eight-fold path, i.e. we need to understand suffering but also take concrete action towards our intended life every day. We can use proven and effective tools to help us suffer better, and suffer less.• Firstly, we can learn the power of reframing so that we investigate the “rules” we have for deciding what counts as pain or suffering in the first place. Much suffering disappears when we take our own assumptions and interpretations out of the picture. • Emotions are fleeting and always changing...2022-10-1328 min
The Science of SelfThe Battle Of Zama: The Roman’s Secret To Winning• Don’t give up. Failure, loss, and disappointment are not the end of the line. Learn, try again, and do better the next time around. Have the courage to accept what can be improved and, instead of dwelling on the pain of your defeat, get proactive and start doing.• It’s cowardly to blame others for your shortcomings or to get angry at life in general for not being fair. If you’ve been justly beaten, accept it graciously. Don’t be a bad loser. In fact, if you can, try to welcome even painful challenges in life as an o...2022-10-0618 min
The Science of SelfGalileo And The Bravery To Stand Alone• Be true to yourself. Have faith in your own judgment and stick to your firmly held convictions, even if you have to do so alone. This will imbue you with enormous courage and resilience in the face of challenges, because you will believe in yourself.• Be humble. Use your intellect and your reason to the best of your ability, but always be willing to learn more. Don’t boast about your conclusions but allow them to guide your convictions quietly from within. If you’re lost, stay curious and return to the faculties that you’re blessed with – kee...2022-09-2218 min
The Science of SelfFrankl’s Approach To Suffering• Viktor Frankl experienced extreme hardship and suffering and, from this, developed his own theory about how many searches for and creates his own meaning. Frankl’s experiences taught him that suffering pushes human beings to find meaning and purpose in their lives. To survive, in other words, is to find meaning in one’s suffering.• Frankl believed that struggle with suffering is an opportunity to seek and create something deeper and more meaningful, identify values and principles, and even deepen one’s spiritual understanding. • Instead of searching for meaning externally, we have to look at o...2022-09-0822 min
The Science of SelfA Delicious Story Of Rejection• It’s never too late to start over, no matter how old you are. Colonel Sanders started over in his sixties and still managed to create a business empire that would overtake those he might have considered younger and more talented than him. The past doesn’t define who you are now, and it doesn’t define who you can be in the future.• Success takes time, and it takes consistent, diligent effort – there are no shortcuts for anyone. You don’t have to be superhuman to be resilient and disciplined. All you need to do is refuse to give...2022-09-0118 min
The Science of SelfStoicism’s Approach To Beat Suffering• The Stoics, like the Buddhists, understood that pain is just a part of life, and taught that we need to retain quiet, dignified serenity in the face of adversity, focusing on what we can control, while accepting what we can’t. One way to practice the Stoic philosophy is to carefully consider your zone of control or, as Byron Katie suggests, identify what is your business, the other person’s business, and God’s business. • Another technique is to use negative visualization to develop gratitude for everything you already have. By imagining that things could be a lot worse...2022-08-1831 min
The Science of SelfThomas Edison, The Lightbulb, And The Power Of Trying 1000 Times• Change the way you think about failure. Challenge and adversity are the best teachers you will ever have in life. Instead of getting upset when things don’t go your way, become curious about what happened and why, then try again, but this time do it better!• Forget about things like genius or innate talent. They’re nice to have, but the people who get ahead are simply those who are willing to work hard and do it consistently.• Adopt a growth mindset and constantly turn your attention, not to what is going wron...2022-08-1117 min
The Science of SelfHow Do We Overcome?• Once we can properly identify suffering for what it is and become aware of it in ourselves, we can begin to manage it better. • Suffering takes all different forms for each of us, but according to the four noble truths, there is a way to ease and reduce our suffering, by letting go of attachment.• One way to do this is to practice distinguishing between pain and suffering, first and second darts, and facts or opinions. When you feel upset, slow down and tease apart the situation until you see it as clearl...2022-07-2830 min
The Science of SelfThomas Carlyle And Writing The French Revolution• Live large. Take your mission seriously and choose to be a hero in your own epic saga of triumph and overcoming.• Endless resilience is possible when you tap into your deepest convictions and beliefs. Find that thing you are most passionate and resolute about and allow it to animate all your efforts. That way, any obstacle is perceived as a minor inconvenience, just a trifle on the bigger, more important path you’re on.• Read. Educate yourself and absorb knowledge wherever you can. Carlyle built a complex and sophisticated worldview because he was able...2022-07-2120 min
The Science of SelfAttachment Is Our Mortal Enemy• In the Buddhist tradition, the four noble truths explain what suffering is, its cause, and how to deal with it. The first truth is that suffering exists and is unavoidable, and the second is that the cause of suffering is our desire, craving or attachment. The third is that suffering can be released if we renounce this attachment, and the fourth truth is that we practice this way of being by following the eight-fold path. • When we are attached to one outcome or another, the Buddhists claim we cause suffering. It is our perspective, preference, narrative, and expe...2022-07-0723 min