Kwik Brain with Jim Kwik

What has 2020 taught us? There is no way we could have known or prepared for the year we’ve had. We are experiencing a unique moment in history, and with the new year ahead, I wanted to share some of the learning and re-learning this year has brought. In this episode, I discuss the significance of kindness, the impact of giving, the value of novelty, and so much more. As we reflect on these things, my hope is that you realize you are the greatest project you'll ever work on. Sleep easy knowing that you can handle whatever this new year throws at you. And as always, may your days be filled with lots of life, lots of love, lots of laughter, and lots of learning. Happy New Year! *** Do you want to stay up to date with every new episode and get my brand new Kwik Brain Accelerator Program? Go to www.KwikBrain.com/podcast to get instant access. *** See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How does food affect your mental health? Now more than ever, people have become more health-conscious about diet and exercise as it pertains to matters like cholesterol, high blood pressure, or weight loss, but not many are discussing the connection between food, the brain, and its impact on mental well being. Here to discuss this topic with us today is our phenomenal guest, Dr. Uma Naidoo. Uma is a Harvard trained psychiatrist, Professional Chef, and trained Nutrition Specialist. She is also the author of her brand new book; This is Your Brain on Food. You’ve heard it here before, that what you eat matters, especially to your grey matter. Join us, as Dr. Uma explains the physiological connection between the gut and brain and the powerful effects of food on our mental health and well being. *** Do you want to stay up to date with every new episode and get my brand new Kwik Brain Accelerator Program? Go to www.KwikBrain.com/podcast to get instant access. *** See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Can you minimize stress with meditation? In today’s show, we welcome our extraordinary guest, international speaker, and best-selling author, Emily Fletcher. Emily is the founder of Ziva Meditation and the leading expert in meditation for performance. In this episode, Emily enlightens us of the exponential power of meditation. She explains that mediation is not just a way to reset your day but also to reset your life physiologically. Research has shown that it is a way to heal yourself on a cellular level from up to two generations of familial trauma. She assures us that you will get a greater return on your day and life overall if we take the time to reset. Considering the year we have all had, let’s be sure to take great notes and then follow them with the action necessary for change. *** Do you want to stay up to date with every new episode and get my brand new Kwik Brain Accelerator Program? Go to www.KwikBrain.com/podcast to get instant access. *** See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What foods and nutrients are best for the brain? In today's show, we continue our conversation with our phenomenal guest, Shawn Stevenson. Shawn is a nutritionist, best-selling author, and creator of the #1 Nutrition and Fitness podcast on iTunes, The Model Health Show. In this episode, Shawn shares more about our brains' makeup and which foods are best for memory, focus, and optimal brain function. Packed with chief information about supporting brain health, he reveals disconcerting facts about tap water, ways we can be intentional about drinking the right kinds of water, and which fatty acids can directly improve both memory and reaction time. This is a show you can't afford to miss! If you haven't already, be sure to check out part 1 of our chat in the previous episode. You can also watch the entire episode on our YouTube channel. *** Do you want to stay up to date with every new episode and get my brand new Kwik Brain Accelerator Program? Go to www.KwikBrain.com/podcast to get instant access. *** See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How do you eat smarter for your brain? Our brains are considered one of the most complex yet delicate systems in the universe, not to mention it’s the one organ that controls everything we do. It makes sense then that we do all we can to protect it, right? Today, I’m delighted to welcome back an exceptional guest, Shawn Stevenson, to discuss this topic. Shawn is the best-selling author of one of my favorite books, Sleep Smarter, and creator of the #1 Nutrition and Fitness podcast on iTunes, The Model Health Show. In this episode, Shawn reveals some pretty daunting statistics about how much added sugar we consume each year and just how it’s affecting our brains in a phenomenon called hypothalamic inflammation. He also shares about his new book, Eat Smarter, where he empowers us to understand that there are specific foods that we can eat and things we can do to make our brains work better. According to Shawn, if we can get our brains healthy, we can get our bodies healthy. *** Do you want to stay up to date with every new episode and get my brand new Kwik Brain Accelerator Program? Go to www.KwikBrain.com/podcast to get instant access. *** See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Is it possible to reduce anxiety with food? If this year has been giving you more anxiety and stress than usual, we want to share with you some simple tips you can use today! To talk about this topic, I'm thrilled to welcome back Liana Werner-Gray. She is a #1 Bestselling Author, International Speaker, Health Coach, and natural food chef with an amazing story. In this episode, we brought Liana back to talk about her new book, Anxiety Free with Food, and how what we eat has a major impact on our mood and mental health. With one of three people showing severe signs of anxiety, she reveals that anxiogenic foods are the direct cause of the anxiety many of us experience daily. Take note as we learn more from Liana about replacement therapy and how food can be the medicine to cure many, if not all, of our ailments. *** Do you want to stay up to date with every new episode and get my brand new Kwik Brain Accelerator Program? Go to www.KwikBrain.com/podcast to get instant access. *** See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Gratitude is not only the greatest of virtues but the parent of all others. ~Cicero What are you grateful for in this moment? Every Thanksgiving, people reflect on what they’re most thankful for. This tradition can actually rewire your brain, and giving thanks year-round has tremendous benefits for your mind and body. Gratitude is an appreciation of what is meaningful to you, and you can train yourself to be thankful for the little things in life constantly. In this episode, I discuss the benefits of gratitude and how you can harness the superpower of thankfulness in your daily life. *** Do you want to stay up to date with every new episode and get my brand new Kwik Brain Accelerator Program? Go to www.KwikBrain.com/podcast to get instant access. *** Or text me 310-299-9362 to get your burning questions answered and an insider sneak peek of exciting updates. I do my best to answer as many as I can each day, so shoot me a message today. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How can movement help you to reset your mind? As promised, we will be continuing the conversation around what it takes to reset our brains during these uncertain times. This week, I’m thrilled to welcome back my good friend and movement coach, Aaron Alexander. Aaron is also a manual therapist, author of The Align Method, and host of Apple Podcasts #1 ranked show in Nutrition, the Align Podcast. In this episode, Aaron suggests that we have more control over our autonomic nervous system than we think. By using simple strategies around breathing, eye movement, and body language, he teaches us how to regain control and make progress throughout each day. *** Do you want to stay up to date with every new episode and get my brand new Kwik Brain Accelerator Program? Go to www.KwikBrain.com/podcast to get instant access. *** Or text me 310-299-9362 to get your burning questions answered and an insider sneak peek of exciting updates. I do my best to answer as many as I can each day, so shoot me a message today. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How do you perform a mental reset? Thank you for joining me for a very special episode of Kwik Brain! Today we are celebrating and sharing our 200th episode LIVE. Considering the year we’ve had, and the coming of a new one, I saw no better opportunity than to share 5 simple steps on how to R.E.S.E.T your brain and upgrade your life. In this episode, I discuss some common challenges this year has brought many of us along with tools to empower you to get back on track while focusing on the possibilities. Applying these small, simple steps will allow you to create space for the peace and performance that you have been missing. There is still time for vision, and it’s never too late to reset. Enjoy! *** Do you want to stay up to date with every new episode and get my brand new Kwik Brain Accelerator Program? Go to www.KwikBrain.com/podcast to get instant access. ***See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How do you unlimit and unlearn fear? We get so many comments from people in our community on how fear has been holding them back. Struggles and perceived failures from this year have brought on amygdala hijacks like never before. In this episode, I share how fear is merely a signpost to be used to our advantage. By superimposing the Limitless Model to fear, I show you the keys to upgrading your mindset, motivation, and methods to empower your life. Join me today as I share the steps to unlearn your fears and limits, find a purpose bigger than fear, and living a life without regret. *** Do you want to stay up to date with every new episode and get my brand new Kwik Brain Accelerator Program? Go to www.KwikBrain.com/podcast to get instant access. ***See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How do you do manage your stress response for higher brain performance? You might be surprised to find out the relief that can come from simple decision making, endurance building, and good sleep. Today I’m excited to welcome back our special guest, Dr. Greg Kelly. He is a Naturopathic Physician (N.D.), lead product formulator, and author. In this episode, Dr. Greg uses the analogy of “the straw that broke the camel’s back” to help us understand how stress works in our lives. There are ways to remove straws from our buckets that allow us to manage the stresses of life in a healthier way. *** Do you want to stay up to date with every new episode and get my brand new Kwik Brain Accelerator Program? Go to www.KwikBrain.com/podcast to get instant access. ***See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How do you create a limitless morning routine? I’ve been asked countless times how I start my day, so I could not be more thrilled to share today’s live podcast show with you. In this episode, I highlight some of the most useful practices and resources for making each day limitless. There is no one size fits all when it comes to making each day your best day, but I’m dedicated to revealing all of my most beneficial morning routine secrets. Whether you are a CEO or stay-at-home mom, these tools will give you the advantage you need to enhance your focus, energy, productivity, and much more. *** Do you want to stay up to date with every new episode and get my brand new Kwik Brain Accelerator Program? Go to www.KwikBrain.com/podcast to get instant access. ***See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How do you increase your emotional agility during difficult times? I’m excited to welcome a very special guest today, Dr. Susan David. Susan is an award-winning Harvard Medical School psychologist and author of the #1 Wall Street Journal bestselling book, Emotional Agility. In this episode, Susan shares how emotional agility includes skills like curiosity, compassion, and courage that determine how we deal with complicated or challenging situations. She also warns us to avoid rigid living, which causes us to push emotions aside in the service of forced positivity. Susan suggests that it takes more courage to notice what you are feeling and do the same for others than to avoid negative emotions altogether. If you have ever felt forced to ignore your negative feelings or struggled to manage your emotions during challenging times, this is a show you can’t afford to miss. *** Do you want to stay up to date with every new episode and get my brand new Kwik Brain Accelerator Program? Go to www.KwikBrain.com/podcast to get instant access. ***See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How do you do show up as the best version of yourself? We all have those days when we don’t show up as our best selves, but it really doesn’t help to beat yourself up about it. The solution could be quite simple. Today I’m excited to welcome our special guest, Dr. Greg Kelly. Greg is a Naturopathic physician (N.D.), lead product formulator, and author. In this episode, Greg shares the importance of understanding concepts and mental models, so we don’t blame ourselves for our behaviors. Being grouchy or irritable is a symptom that your mental energy is depleted. Often, all we need is an opportunity to recharge to show up as the best versions of ourselves. *** Do you want to stay up to date with every new episode and get my brand new Kwik Brain Accelerator Program? Go to www.KwikBrain.com/podcast to get instant access. ***See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How do you sleep better during a pandemic? Stress is something that we are all familiar with, but stress during a pandemic is quite different. Many people are suffering from poor sleep quality as a result of these new and overwhelming stresses. Today we are glad to welcome my good friend and returning guest, Dr. Michael Breus, for insight. Michael is a Clinical Psychologist, author, and host of the new podcast show, Sleep Success with Dr. Michael Breus, Ph.D. Michael also serves on the clinical advisory board of The Dr. Oz Show. In this episode, Michael shares that sleep is an essential part of the body’s recovery process. He sheds light on what changes affect our sleep during these turbulent times and a few practical tips to help us improve our quality of sleep and life overall. *** Do you want to stay up to date with every new episode and get my brand new Kwik Brain Accelerator Program? Go to www.KwikBrain.com/podcast to get instant access. *** See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How do you overcome fear & self-doubt? If you have ever asked yourself this question, you are certainly not alone. One of the challenges many of us face is the fear that we are not enough. As a result, we live in uncertainty, sometimes with a lack of confidence that keeps us from achieving our highest potential. Today, our extraordinary guest is Lewis Howes, a New York Times bestselling author and host of one of iTunes top-ranked podcasts, School of Greatness. In this episode, Lewis admits that he was crippled by fear for many years until he finally had enough. He shares some of the most common fears among people and what he did to face his fears head-on. Whether you are a student, entrepreneur, parent, or all of the above, this show is definitely for you. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How do you become an incredible listener? Today I’m excited to welcome an extremely special guest, one of my mentors, and legend, Larry King. Larry is recognized worldwide as one of the best media personalities of our time. He’s widely known for his TV interview and phone-in talk show, “Larry King Live” on CNN. In this episode, Larry shares the broadcasting secret that afforded him immense success during his 63 years in the industry. Considering his remarkable career and legacy, you’d be surprised to know that his journey started from these three things: Curiosity, true empathy, and lifelong passion. If you ever find yourself wanting to know and understand the people and events around you, I can assure you, all you need to do is listen. *** Do you want to stay up to date with every new episode and get my brand new Kwik Brain Accelerator Program? Go to www.KwikBrain.com/podcast to get instant access. *** See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How do you develop resilience? It’s true that it takes grit to accomplish your goals, learn better, and achieve more, but what if you think you don’t have what it takes? On today’s show, we welcome our extraordinary guest, Joe De Sena. Joe is a New York Times bestselling author, podcast host, and founder and CEO of Spartan races. In this episode, Joe trumps the myth that mental toughness is a thing you have or you don’t. Like the millions of people who have completed the Spartan races, from kids to green berets, Joe shares that resilience is a muscle built by doing something physical. He insists that doing hard things is as simple as putting one foot in front of the other, and we are all much stronger than we think. *** Do you want to stay up to date with every new episode and get my brand new Kwik Brain Accelerator Program? Go to www.KwikBrain.com/podcast to get instant access. ***See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How do you stop worrying about what people think? If you are someone who has limited yourself in any area because you worry about other people's opinions, expectations, or criticisms, this is an episode you don't want to miss. On today's show, we welcome back one of our dear and long time friends, Shelly Lefkoe. Shelly is the Co-founder of Lefkoe Institute and expert at transformation. Our conversation is an amazing follow-up from our previous talk titled "How Do You Undo Your Limiting Beliefs." In this episode, Shelly explains that many of our beliefs are unconscious. Today, she reveals how they are formed and what's possible when we can free ourselves from others' opinions. *** Do you want to stay up to date with every new episode and get my brand new Kwik Brain Accelerator Program? Go to www.KwikBrain.com/podcast to get instant access. ***See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today’s show was recording during a live podcast episode that I decided to do for the Kwik Community about valuable lessons I’ve learned that have helped improve my quality of life over time. After my birthday recently, I created space and time to reflect on the last year’s events and gathered some takeaways that I couldn’t be more excited to share with you now. This episode is a culmination of lessons from my stream of consciousness that range from recognizing the power of practice to using kindness as a superpower to change the world. I hope it inspires and serves you well. I’d also like to express my gratitude for everyone who consistently chooses to show up for themselves and for me. You all have made Limitless a New York Times bestseller yet again and continuously make our podcast one of the top education training shows on iTunes. Thank you! *** Do you want to stay up to date with every new episode and get my brand new Kwik Brain Accelerator Program? Go to www.KwikBrain.com/podcast to get instant access. ***See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What does it take to discover your purpose? If you are struggling to find your passion and fulfill your purpose, this is an episode you can’t afford to miss. We have my dear friend and author of Think Like a Monk, Jay Shetty, on the show today. Jay is a purpose coach, host of the #1 Podcast, “On Purpose,” and former monk on a mission to Make Wisdom Go Viral. In this episode, I speak with Jay about the difference between passion and purpose. He tells us that we should not wait for there to be a full picture of everything lining up perfectly before we take action. Jay talks about how passion and purpose are more like a puzzle, so we should start with what we have, where we are, with the tiniest piece of curiosity. *** Do you want to stay up to date with every new episode and get my brand new Kwik Brain Accelerator Program? Go to www.KwikBrain.com/podcast to get instant access. ***See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How do you access the miracle mindset? I’m excited to welcome an extraordinary guest and friend, JJ Virgin, to the show. JJ is a celebrity Nutrition Expert, Fitness Hall of Famer, and New York Times bestselling author of The Virgin Diet. JJ was also an integral part of the launch of my new book, Limitless. In this episode, I get the privilege of talking with JJ about her book, Miracle Mindset, and the mindset she chose to adopt as she fought for her own son’s life. Her amazing story of hope, strength, and tenacity are nothing short of inspiring, and so timely as many of us are going through challenging times due to recent events. If you or someone you know is struggling during these unpredictable times, but looking for encouragement and want to know what it takes to access the miracle mindset, then be sure to listen to today’s show. *** Do you want to stay up to date with every new episode and get my brand new Kwik Brain Accelerator Program? Go to www.KwikBrain.com/podcast to get instant access. *** See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How do you achieve your optimal flow state? Today we welcome our extraordinary guest, New York Times bestselling author and award-winning journalist, Steven Kotler. Steven is one of the world’s leading experts on high performance and the master of flow. In this episode, Steven shares about the science of “flow” and how it is strongly tied to motivation. If you have ever wondered the best ways to achieve your optimal flow state and improve productivity overall, be sure to listen to the end. *** Do you want to stay up to date with every new episode and get my brand new Kwik Brain Accelerator Program? Go to www.KwikBrain.com/podcast to get instant access. *** See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What is the only belief that matters? Today we are in for a special treat as we welcome Tom Bilyeu to the show. Tom is a serial entrepreneur, thought leader, and co-founder of the empowerment media studio, Impact Theory. I am particularly excited because I have had the honor of being a guest on his show and today we get to reverse the rolls a bit. In this episode, Tom shares his perspective about the only belief that matters and the ability to accomplish anything you set your mind to without limitation. It’s the shift in his thinking that allowed Tom to become the powerhouse he is today. If you could use some mindset motivation, this episode is for you. *** Do you want to stay up to date with every new episode and get my brand new Kwik Brain Accelerator Program? Go to www.KwikBrain.com/podcast to get instant access. ***See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How do you attain the mindset of a champion? Today we welcome my friend and mindset coach, Dr. Jeff Spencer. Jeff is an author, Olympian, and Cornerman to some of the world’s highest achievers from Fortune 500 leaders to Gold Medal Olympians. In this episode, Jeff shares the blueprint of the champion’s mindset — an essential tool for thinking to win. As many of us have or will face challenges, a champion’s mindset is the key to overcoming obstacles and winning in life. *** Do you want to stay up to date with every new episode and get my brand new Kwik Brain Accelerator Program? Go to www.KwikBrain.com/podcast to get instant access. ***See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How can you achieve limitless energy? So many people want to know what it takes to maintain good energy levels, but like I always say, energy is not something you have; it’s something you do. Today I’m excited to welcome my long-time friend and personal energy coach, Shawn Stevenson, to the show. Shawn is the best-selling author of Sleep Smarter and creator of the number one Nutrition and Fitness podcast on iTunes, The Model Health Show. In this episode, Shawn gives us some great tips on achieving limitless energy while acknowledging our brains as an energy-consuming organ. If you have struggled with gaining or consistently maintaining energy, this episode is for you. *** Do you want to stay up to date with every new episode and get my brand new Kwik Brain Accelerator Program? Go to www.KwikBrain.com/podcast to get instant access. ***See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How can you use tiny habits to change your life? Today we welcome back a very special guest, BJ Fogg—New York Times bestselling author of one of my favorite books, Tiny Habits. He was kind enough to endorse our framework—the Limitless model. BJ is a behavioral scientist, author, speaker, and behavior change expert. In this episode, BJ gives us the formula for habit design and shares three hacks for habit change. He offers practical tips, grounded in behavioral science, to create the habits you’ve always wanted, and suggests that habit creation is best as a feel-good process. *** Do you want to stay up to date with every new episode and get my brand new Kwik Brain Accelerator Program? Go to www.KwikBrain.com/podcast to get instant access. *** See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How do you overcome your fears of failure? I’m excited to have a very special guest on the show today to talk about this topic. Mia Lux merges the playful and the profound - drawing on her experience as a stand-up comedian, personal growth junkie, and recovering lawyer. For over 5 years, Mia has been an international host, comedian & facilitator, specializing in top wellness/personal development events around the world. Be sure to check out her Conscious-ish Show. In this episode, we will go over the difference between the fear of failure and perfectionism, and what you can do to overcome them. We also cover a bonus tip on lucid dreaming! This has been part of my morning routine for years, and we will share tips on how you can remember more of your dreams. *** Do you want to stay up to date with every new episode and get my brand new Kwik Brain Accelerator Program? Go to www.KwikBrain.com/podcast to get instant access. ***See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How can you eliminate fear and create lasting change? If you have ever felt anxious, afraid, or overwhelmed with emotion, like most of us, this episode is certainly for you. Today we will learn a way to calm our anxiety and our bodies, so we don’t have to be ruled by old experiences. In this episode, we welcome our special guest, New York Times best-selling author, Jessica Ortner. Jessica is a long time friend, and we are excited to have her on to discuss mindset as part of our “Limitless Together” series. Her latest book, The Tapping Solution to Creating Lasting Change, is a guide to help you to eliminate negative internal language, fears, uncertainty, procrastination, and more to be able to create lasting change finally. *** Do you want to stay up to date with every new episode and get my brand new Kwik Brain Accelerator Program? Go to www.KwikBrain.com/podcast to get instant access. ***See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How do you end mental illness? I’m excited to welcome back two dear brain warrior friends, mental superheroes, and best-selling authors, Dr. Daniel and Tana Amen. This conversation is so important as many people are struggling to deal with everything going on in the world today. In this episode, we discuss Dr. Amen’s new book, The End of Mental Illness, and some simple tips on how to improve your mindset and daily approach to life. If you have found yourself struggling during these uncertain times, this episode offers an alternative way of thinking as it relates to mental illness and the power you have to improve it. * The information in this podcast is not intended to be construed as medical advice, nor is the information a substitute for professional medical expertise or treatment. If you or any other person has a medical concern, you should consult with your health care provider or seek other professional medical treatment. * *** Do you want to stay up to date with every new episode and get my brand new Kwik Brain Accelerator Program? Go to www.KwikBrain.com/podcast to get instant access. ***See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Do you have something in your mind right now that you need to decide, but can't because you're unsure of how to approach it? How many decisions do you have to make each day? Throughout the day, we make a lot of conscious and unconscious choices. You can say that life is the sum of the decisions you've made. In this episode, I'm going to walk you through a decision-making model and how you can apply that to make good decisions and enhance your creative thinking ability. *** Do you want to stay up to date with every new episode and get my brand new Kwik Brain Accelerator Program? Go to www.KwikBrain.com/podcast to get instant access. ***See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In today's episode, we're going to start getting into unlocking your limitless motivation. This is the heart and the why of everything that you do, your motive for action. It's easy to put the hard things away, but I want to train you to build the discipline to do the hard things. I will explain what I mean by that in this lesson and give you an exercise you can do to identify your purpose and understand what drives you. *** Do you want to stay up to date with every new episode and get my brand new Kwik Brain Accelerator Program? Go to www.KwikBrain.com/podcast to get instant access. ***See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

One of the most powerful tools we have is the ability to imagine and visualize. Children naturally do this when they're learning rapidly about our vast world. As we "grow up," we stop doing this and rely on what we already know. However, the ability to visualize is so important in every aspect of our lives because your mind cannot tell the difference between what's real and vividly imagined. In this session, I will teach you tools to be able to practice your visualization to shift your perception of what you want to create in your life. *** Get instant access to the full 10-day Kwik Start program when you purchase a copy of my new book, Limitless. Get the details on limitlessbook.com *** See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome to Part 2 of this 2-part series with Dr. Lisa Mosconi! (Listen to episode #170 to hear Part 1.) In my previous conversation with Lisa, we talked about how while there is no such thing as a gendered brain, there are differences in the brain health risks for men and women. In this episode, Lisa is going to help us understand how we can mitigate these risks and start protecting our brains and boosting our brainpower—by using strategies that can be applied by anyone, no matter their gender. Dr. Lisa Mosconi is an international researcher in Alzheimer’s prevention, author of the incredible new book The XX Brain, and a nutrition expert and neuroscientist. She will take you through some extra steps you can take to protect your brains and boost your brain health. She will also explain the differences between female and male brains, including differences in health risks. She will also share with you why you should treat your brains like your best friend. *** Do you want to stay up to date with every new episode and get my brand new Kwik Brain Accelerator Program? Go to www.KwikBrain.com/podcast to get instant access. ***See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How does chronic pain affect the brain? I’m excited about this conversation with Dr. Harry Adelson, a naturopathic doctor and stem cell specialist! If you’ve ever noticed pain affecting your brainpower, we have a special episode for you today. In this episode, Harry shares strategies to lessen chronic pain and boost your thinking as a result. He explains how pain can affect your mood, sleep, and thinking, and how stem cell therapy can be used to heal the body as a form of treatment for pain. He will give you some ‘kwik’ tips to get through the pain and lessen the impact it has on your life and relationships. *** Do you want to stay up to date with every new episode and get my brand new Kwik Brain Accelerator Program? Go to www.KwikBrain.com/podcast to get instant access. ***See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How do you have boundless brain energy? If you're are experiencing slow thinking right now, we have a special episode for you today. I’m excited about this conversation with Ben Greenfield, who has recently authored a new book, Boundless! Ben is also the author of the New York Times bestseller Beyond Training, a fitness expert, and host of the Ben Greenfield podcast. In this episode, Ben shares the strategies to access limitless brain power and boost your energy. He explains some of the factors that contribute to brain fog, and how you can start using stable forms of energy for your brain. You will also learn about the impact your neurotransmitters have on your brain performance and gives you some 'kwik' tips on boosting and altering your neurotransmitter production to get the best health benefits. *** Do you want to stay up to date with every new episode and get my brand new Kwik Brain Accelerator Program? Go to www.KwikBrain.com/podcast to get instant access. ***See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What are 5 tangible things you can do during COVID-19? When thinking about how to look at self-isolation and social distancing in a positive light, the butterfly came to mind. The butterfly is a powerful symbol of change but more importantly, for self-transformation. They begin as a caterpillar and embark on an incredible journey, where through the process of metamorphosis, they transform into a butterfly. It's a powerful metaphor, speaking to our own ability to move through our life cycles. Right now, we're all in a metaphorical cocoon, safe and secure in our four walls. And within our cocoon, we face our own struggles. We know that through struggle comes strength and with challenge comes change. So while we're in this cocoon of our home, instead of feeding our fear, our doubts, our regrets, our loneliness, we have the opportunity to identify the thoughts that no longer serve us. Because the same level of thinking that got us where we are isn't going to get us where we need to go. To help with this transformation, I want to give you the FIVE things I'm doing while staying at home. *** Do you want to stay up to date with every new episode and get my brand new Kwik Brain Accelerator Program? Go to www.KwikBrain.com/podcast to get instant access. ***See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We’re excited to have Max Lugavere back on the show today to understand more about the relationship between your blood sugar and your brain. He is the New York Times Bestselling author of Genius Foods and the brand new book called Genius Life: Heal Your Mind, Strengthen Your Body, and Become Extraordinary. In this episode, Max talks about how you can optimize your blood sugar for better brain performance. *** Do you want to stay up to date with every new episode and get my brand new Kwik Brain Accelerator Program? Go to www.KwikBrain.com/podcast to get instant access. *** See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How do you protect your brain? To talk about this topic, we have Dr. Lisa Mosconi back in the studio today! An international researcher in Alzheimer’s prevention, author of the incredible new book The XX Brain, and a nutrition expert and neuroscientist, today’s guest Lisa Mosconi has years of invaluable nutrition and neuroscience knowledge from a career spent working to prevent brain deterioration. In my previous episode with Lisa, we talked about how while there is no such thing as a gendered brain, there are differences in the brain health risks for men and women. In today’s show, Lisa is going to help us understand how we can mitigate these risks and start protecting our brains and boosting our brainpower—by using strategies that can be applied by anyone, no matter their gender. She explains the differences between female and male brains, including differences in health risks. Lisa will tell us why medical research and healthcare can be flawed for women, and why we should be talking more about women’s brain health. Finally, Lisa will take us through some easy steps so all of us can start taking better care of our brains on a daily basis. *** Do you want to stay up to date with every new episode and get my brand new Kwik Brain Accelerator Program? Go to www.KwikBrain.com/podcast to get instant access. ***See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How do you leverage your senses to think clearly? We're excited to have Aaron Alexander back in the studio today to talk about the power of your senses. He is an accomplished manual therapist, author, podcast host, movement coach, and has over a decade of experience coaching clients from Olympic athletes to Hollywood actors to improve their health and streamline their daily movements. In this episode, he’ll be exploring how increasing your awareness of sound, sight, vision, posture and can boost your health and your brainpower. He shares how your thinking is affected by the sights and sounds in your environment. He also talks about how reconnecting with your body can help you to feel confident in the present moment, and how you can apply it every day. Aaron will leave you with some kwik tips and exercises you can try to leverage your senses for a happier body and brain. *** Do you want to stay up to date with every new episode and get my brand new Kwik Brain Accelerator Program? Go to www.KwikBrain.com/podcast to get instant access. ***See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How do you learn with an infinite mindset? We have Simon Sinek back with us today to talk about using his infinite mindset methods to activate your super learning state. He is an unshakable optimist who believes in a bright future and our ability to build it together. A bestselling author, Simon, has recently written a new book, The Infinite Game. In today’s conversation, Simon explains how the five practices of good leadership apply to learning and how changing your mindset about your learning will set you up for a lifelong journey of success. He also gives you some quick practical tips you can use to start changing your mindset to one of an infinite learner. *** Do you want to stay up to date with every new episode and get my brand new Kwik Brain Accelerator Program? Go to www.KwikBrain.com/podcast to get instant access. ***See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How do you fix your food so you can fix your brain? The food we eat matters, especially to our gray matter. We covered this topic a few times because it's an important key to optimizing your brain. We're so excited to have Dr. Mark Hyman back in the studio today to go in-depth about your food and brain. He is an international leader in the functional medicine movement and author of best-selling books on diet and physical health. In this episode, Dr. Hyman is going to share with you how our systems of agriculture, policymaking, and science affect our access to good nutrition, and consequently, our mental performance. He explains the key factors that might be preventing you from optimizing your food choices, and what needs to happen within our food system to ensure everyone has access to good nutrition. Mark will then take us through his daily nutrition routine, to give us an example of a day of healthy eating to boost brain performance. Don't forget to pick up Dr. Hyman’s latest book today, Food Fix: How to Save Our Health, Our Economy, Our Communities, and Our Planet—One Bite at a Time. *** Do you want to stay up to date with every new episode and get my brand new Kwik Brain Accelerator Program? Go to www.KwikBrain.com/podcast to get instant access. ***See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Is there a quick and easy way to understand your habits? We have BJ Fogg back in the studio with us today. He is a behavioral scientist, author, speaker and behavior change expert. On today’s show, he will be sharing his experience coaching people all around the world in innovation and habit change to tell us how we can quickly and easily start working towards better habits. If you haven’t already listened to my earlier conversation with BJ, you can find it here: https://jimkwik.com/kwik-brain-015/ In this episode, BJ will explain how changing our habits can be a joyful process, and how habit change can happen with minimal energy and effort. He will give you some practical tips, grounded in behavioral science, to create the habits you’ve always wanted and transform habit creation from something to be endured to something to be enjoyed. *** Do you want to stay up to date with every new episode and get my brand new Kwik Brain Accelerator Program? Go to www.KwikBrain.com/podcast to get instant access. ***See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How do you love your brain? In the spirit of Valentine’s Day, I wanted to make this ‘kwik’ episode to remind you to romance and care for one of your most attractive assets: your mind. You can only love a person to the degree that you can love yourself. And a great place to start is loving your brain. After all, your brain is the control center for your body and the key to how we do everything from eating to learning to sleeping. We’ve learned more over the past decade about our brain than we have over the past millennium, so here are a few amazing facts about your brain. *** Do you want to stay up to date with every new episode and get my brand new Kwik Brain Accelerator Program? Go to www.KwikBrain.com/podcast to get instant access. ***See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How do you make great decisions fast? Have you ever thought about how you make decisions and how to optimize that process? I have a very special guest today, David Meltzer, who is a speaker, author, entrepreneur, podcast host and the founder of Sports1 Marketing. He coached high-profile clients all around the world and he's in the studio today to share with us how to improve our decision-making abilities. In today’s conversation, David will explain why knowing your values is key to the best decision making, and how we can reduce the amount of time we spend agonizing over decisions. He will give us some practical tips to improve our decisions on a daily basis, and some quick exercises we can do anytime to boost our decision-making ability. *** Do you want to stay up to date with every new episode and get my brand new Kwik Brain Accelerator Program? Go to www.KwikBrain.com/podcast to get instant access. *** See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today's episode is another special segment for women and women in your life. Alisa Vitti, a functional nutritionist, hormone expert, a best-selling author of The WomanCode System, and her new book, In the FLO, joins us again today. She coaches women around the world and brings her experience and expertise of healing women's hormone issues to share with you how you can learn to utilize your cycle to change your energy level and become healthier and productive. In this episode, Alisa will explain a new method of project mapping for women, and how you can leverage your hormones to get more done. She will tell you about the type of work that best matches each hormonal cycle, and how you can work with your patterns to deal with the external demands on your time with more happiness and less stress. *** Do you want to stay up to date with every new episode and get my brand new Kwik Brain Accelerator Program? Go to www.KwikBrain.com/podcast to get instant access. ***See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Is there a gap between where you are and where you want to be? Do you self-sabotage? Do you feel like you lack motivation and wonder why? We all struggle with our limitations—and I waited 28 years to write the book that will help you beat them. Whether it’s your learning, ability to read, remember, focus, or to achieve any of your goals, if you’re not getting the results you’re looking for, then you’re missing one or more keys in the three “limitless steps.” If you haven’t already checked out Jim’s first episode on his Limitless Model, you can find it here! In this episode, I will take you on a deep dive into my three-part Limitless Model, giving you more detail of each of the 3 “Ms” to help you to create positive change in your life. I will provide you with simple and usable tips that you can put into practice today! Visit limitlessbook.com to keep updated on my Limitless book! *** Do you want to stay up to date with every new episode and get my brand new Kwik Brain Accelerator Program? Go to www.KwikBrain.com/podcast to get instant access. ***See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How do you become limitless? I’m excited about today’s episode because I believe this is the source. It's what’s making you unstoppable and successful, as well as keeping you from your goals and dreams. When you master this technique to be limitless, anything is possible. Whether it’s your learning, ability to read, remember, focus, or to achieve any of your goals, if you’re not getting the results you’re looking for, then you’re missing one or more keys in the three “limitless steps.” In this episode, I’m going to go over my limitless model and share with you the tactics to redraw the borders and boundaries that hold you back in life. *** Do you want to stay up to date with every new episode and get my brand new Kwik Brain Accelerator Program? Go to www.KwikBrain.com/podcast to get instant access. ***See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How do you lead with an infinite mind? Today’s guest Simon Sinek is an unshakable optimist who believes in a bright future and our ability to build it together. A bestselling author, Simon has recently written a new book, The Infinite Game. Described as “a visionary thinker with a rare intellect,” Simon is also a speaker and business leader. On today’s show, he’ll be drawing on his experience teaching leaders and organizations how to inspire people to explain how changing the way we think about leadership can revolutionize our working life. In today’s conversation, we’ll explain the five practices of good leadership, and how each one will change your attitude to your work and help you find meaning in your life. Along the way, we’ll give you some quick practical tips you can use to start on your way to becoming a better leader. ** Do you want to stay up to date with every new episode and get my brand new Kwik Brain Accelerator Program? Go to www.KwikBrain.com/podcast to get instant access. **See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How do you optimize your mood, memory, and concentration? If you’re a woman or know a woman in your life, then this episode is for you. Our guest for today’s show, Alisa Vitti, is a functional nutritionist, hormone expert, and coach to women around the world. A best-selling author, she is the author of The WomanCode System and has recently written a new book, In the FLO. In this conversation, she will be drawing on her experience of coaching others to healing their hormone issues and how women who learn to adapt to their hormonal cycles can change their energy, health, and lives. We’ll explain the unique qualities of female brains and what women are naturally placed to be best at. Alisa will tell us about the hormonal cycles that govern female brains and how women can harness them to optimize mood, brain performance, and health. We’ll leave you with some quick ideas on how you can reclaim power over your hormones in your everyday life, and some suggestions for self-care through each cycle. ** Do you want to stay up to date with every new episode and get my brand new Kwik Brain Accelerator Program? Go to www.KwikBrain.com/podcast to get instant access. **See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.