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Understand the circuitry of the self as we uncover the neurological pathways behind the Ego and explain what the Default Mode Network is. Topics covered: What the hell is the Default Mode Network The Brain Pathways of Anxiety and Depression The imbalances causing ADHD How modern medicines interact with the brain The effect of meditation and psilocybin on the DMN Starting with Hans Berger's pioneering work with EEG this episode covers the history of Default Mode Network discovery, its role in ADHD symptoms, and the impact of Default Mode Network on depression. We also explore the connection between DMN and anxiety disorders and discuss the benefits of therapeutic interventions targeting the Default Mode Network. Learn how modern neuroscience uses DMN insights to enhance psychiatric treatments and the overall understanding of mental health. Advert - Cozy Earth Luxury Bamboo sheets and Loungeware that become softer the more you use them. 35% off code 'GROWTH' - CozyEarth.com Further Reading Default Mode Network on Wikipedia Where is the Default mode network Paper: The Brains Default Mode Network Paper: Schizophrenia and DMN Paper: Autism and DMN Theory of Mind Related Episodes How to Stop Catastrophizing Science of Psilocybin Therapy w/ Gabriel Charalambides Psilocybin Therapy John Hopkins Research Legal treatment in the USA - Odyssey Meditation Retreats Paper: Meditation effect on the DMN Book: Why Buddism is True (Evolutionary Psychology of Meditation) 10 day Vipassana (free) - Dhamma.org Growth Mindset pod Sam Webster Harris explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. Success and happiness is a state of mind unique to ourselves and is our responsibility to create. Watch the pod - YouTube (Growth Mindset) Mail - GrowthMindsetPodcast(at)gmail.com Insta - SamJam.zen Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to the Default Mode Network 02:04 Hans Berger and history of EEG and brain mapping 04:49 Discovery of the Default mode network 06:14 What is the default mode network? 06:33 #1 Self-referential thought 07:00 #2 Theory of mind 07:43 #3 Autobiographical memory 08:12 #4 Envisioning future scenarios 08:32 #5 Mind wandering and daydreaming 09:16 #6 Creativity 10:21 Depression and the brain 11:28 Anti Depressant medication and the DMN 12:41 Anxiety 14:08 Anti Anxiety medication and Benzodiazepines 15:27 ADHD 16:16 ADHD medication and stimulants 18:03 How Meditation Regulates the DMN 20:34 Psilocybin impact on the DMN 22:41 Wrap up Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

23 Apr 202426min

Battle the flood of priorities with a tool to decide where to dedicate effort Our tasks in life have different requirements but it's not always obvious. Sometimes we need to: Get it done Aim for average Excel with grandiosity We'll learn the mistakes people make by applying effort in the wrong places and frustrating themselves. Selective bother will help you live a much happier and more complete life. Advert - Cozy Earth Luxury Bamboo sheets and Loungeware that become softer the more you use them. 35% off code 'GROWTH' - CozyEarth.com Growth Mindset pod Sam Webster Harris explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. Success and happiness is a state of mind unique to ourselves and is our responsibility to create. Watch the pod - YouTube (Growth Mindset) Mail - GrowthMindsetPodcast(at)gmail.com Insta - SamJam.zen Chapters: 00:00 The 90% Trap 01:51 Being "Done" vs Incomplete 02:21 The Struggle for Perfection 05:04 When Average is Enough 08:07 The Fisherman's Wisdom 10:16 Striving for the Extraordinary 12:51 Finding Your Balance 13:48 Send Off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

21 Apr 202416min

The science behind Psilocybin-assisted mental health breakthroughs and what are the current benefits and limitations? We have the owner of Odyssey, a psilocybin experience company to discuss the state of psychedelic science and lessons from mental health treatment centres. Topics: The benefits and limitations of Psilocybin therapy What is Oceanic Boundlessness and Ego-dissolution Benefits of psilocybin for OCD and mental health Who should not use psychedelics What does a guide do and who the hell are they? Flow states and meditation Gabriel Charalambides has a varied background from working on the NASA Mars Rover to leading Drone development before focussing on mental health as part of MAPS (Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies) He offers an honest breakdown of the risks and benefits of Psilocybin and the science behind it. WARNING The topics and medications discussed are all in a controlled medical setting. Do not try recreating them at home. - - Sponsor - Better Help Online therapy can boost you toward being your best self. 10% off at Betterhelp.com/GROWTHMINDSET - - Sponsor - LinkedIn Jobs Advertise your job to the world's largest pool of professionals, for free! Linked.com/Growth - - Odyssey The first legally controlled psilocybin experience in the US. Website - Odyssey Gabriel - LinkedIn Books Siddartha The Courage to be Disliked Untethered Soul How to change your mind (+ TV show) The Retreat (podcast) Growth Mindset pod Sam Webster Harris explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. Success and happiness is a state of mind unique to ourselves and is our responsibility to create. Watch the pod - YouTube (Growth Mindset) Mail - GrowthMindsetPodcast(at)gmail.com Insta - SamJam.zen Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 02:13 Defining Growth Mindset and Oceanic Boundlessness 08:04 The Attachment to Ego and Spiritual Perspectives 11:11 Recommended Reading 12:37 The Role of Anxiety and Letting Go During Psychedelic Experiences 15:14 The Role of Retreat Guides and Holding a Safe Space 17:53 Reflections during Retreats 21:39 Screening and Assessing Suitability for Psychedelic Retreats 24:26 The Potential Benefits of Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy 31:00 Restrictions for Psilocybin Retreats 34:02 Considerations for Individuals with Mental Health Conditions 36:19 Psychadelics and Narcissism 37:23 The Training and Qualifications of Retreat Guides 41:44 The Neuroscience of Psychedelic-Induced Neuroplasticity 43:12 Flow states and meditation 48:46 Cultural differences in participants 49:48 About Odyssey 50:24 Books discussed Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

19 Apr 202455min

Unpacking priorities: clearing life's illusions to find what's really worth your time? This episode dives into different mind traps and how to distinguish noise from necessity. Some lessons: Identifying real vs fleeting values The nature of obsessions Why we get misunderstood Our narrow focus on reality We do an 80:20 analysis of our priorities and get straight on what we need to care about and what doesn't matter. - - Sponsor - Better Help Online therapy can boost you toward being your best self. 10% off at Betterhelp.com/GROWTHMINDSET - - Sponsor - LinkedIn Jobs Advertise your job to the world's largest pool of professionals, for free! Linked.com/Growth - - Growth Mindset pod Sam Webster Harris explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. Success and happiness is a state of mind unique to ourselves and is our responsibility to create. Watch the pod - YouTube (Growth Mindset) Mail - GrowthMindsetPodcast(at)gmail.com Insta - SamJam.zen Chapters: 00:00 The Puppy's Perspective on Value 01:10 The Illusion of Shared Values 02:42 The Local vs. the Global 04:50 The Fickleness of Our Obsessions 06:48 The Value of Meditation and Perspective 09:49 Finding Humor in Our Obsessions 11:33 Escaping the Tyranny of "Reality" 13:12 The Illusion of Our Future Selves 14:52 The Changing Value of Money 16:45 The Temporary and Subjective Nature of Value 18:54 Identifying Your Enduring Values 20:46 Make Better Choices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

16 Apr 202424min

How to crush the 5 hidden barriers blocking your potential. We dive into subtle negative ideas in the mind that take hold and become accepted as normal. This episode is built to give awareness of these mind traps and positive actions to move forward. We cover: Ego Depletion and limited willpower Defeating our inner critic Overcoming the fear of mistakes Confronting Imposter Syndrome Beating distraction This episode is full of wisdom to boost your growth mindset and take control of your own success. Sponsor - LinkedIn Jobs Promote your job for free to over 1 billion professionals. LinkedIn.com/Growth Growth Mindset pod Sam Webster Harris explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. Success and happiness is a state of mind unique to ourselves and is our responsibility to create. Watch the pod - YouTube (Growth Mindset) Mail - GrowthMindsetPodcast(at)gmail.com Insta - SamJam.zen Chapters 00:00 Perfectionism and believing we are too late 02:14 - #1. Inner Critic 04:44 - #2. Fear of mistakes 06:48 - #3. Ego Depletion 09:48 - #4. Imposter Syndrome 12:54 - #5. I am Helpless against Distraction 15:08 ADHD and incorrect use of Diagnosis and Prognosis 16:15 Nir Eyal's 4 point model to beat distraction 16:23 Master Internal Triggers 16:50 Schedule Time for Traction 17:30 Hacking back External Triggers 17:55 Distraction Prevention Pacts 18:59 Recap Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

14 Apr 202422min

Positive Psychology applied to the shortness of life. A masterclass episode on living wider and deeper with psychologist and author Jodi Wellman. We cover: The walking dead vs astonishingly alive Overcoming habits and autopilot living Regret avoidance and controlling your life Useful positivity vs toxic positivity As they say "Get busy living, or get busy dying". Jodi has a morbid fascination with positive ideas from existential psychology to help brighten your day. Jodi Wellman Book - You Only Die Once Website - Four Thousand Mondays Quiz - How dead or alive are you? Insta - @FourThousandMondays Growth Mindset pod Sam Webster Harris explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. Success and happiness is a state of mind unique to ourselves and is our responsibility to create. Watch the pod - YouTube (Growth Mindset) Mail - GrowthMindsetPodcast(at)gmail.com Insta - SamJam.zen Chapters 00:00 The Shortness of Life 01:23 Defining a Growth Mindset 02:27 Preventing Regrets and Shaping Your Life 04:40 Exploring the Regret Avoidance Bucket List 10:12 Prioritizing Adventure and Novelty 15:12 Overcoming Habits and Autopilot Living 19:17 The Power of Positivity and Potential 24:38 The Astonishingly Alive Model 28:56 Creating Conscious Routines and Rituals 39:56 Honoring Life's Fragility and Impermanence 42:42 Shaking Up the Snow Globe of Everyday Life 49:31 Abandoning What No Longer Serves You 49:31 Consistent Reminders and Psychological Tricks 49:31 Overcoming the Illusion of Personal Specialness 49:35 Earliest Memory 50:48 Kindest Thing 52:12 Send Off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

12 Apr 202456min

Addiction as a mindset pathway -battle for mental freedom. We delve into the hidden snares of addiction that capture our thoughts and dictate our actions. We learn: What is an addiction How our fears control us How default behaviours become amplified Understanding the hidden costs Reclaiming our potential Join us as we explore the journey from being ensnared by addiction to achieving mental liberation. Growth Mindset pod Sam Webster Harris explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. Success and happiness is a state of mind unique to ourselves and is our responsibility to create. Watch the pod - YouTube (Growth Mindset) Mail - GrowthMindsetPodcast(at)gmail.com Insta - SamJam.zen Chapters 00:00 Useful fixed beliefs vs limiting fixed beliefs 02:41 Dimensions of our thoughts 03:50 Activating our Auto-Pilot 04:59 Understanding Addiction 06:00 Your mind in addiction 09:29 How do addictions impact ability 10:14 Addictions Undermine Growth and Potential 11:51 The Distraction Ritual 13:02 Taking Responsibility for Addictions 15:31 Changing Your Desire, Not Just Your Behavior 18:03 Reframing Addiction as a Self-Imposed Limitation 19:33 Reclaiming Your Mental Capabilities 20:55 The Power of Embracing Boredom 21:33 Support the podcast by helping a friend Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

9 Apr 202424min

How backup plans sabotage our success and learning to take calculated risks. What can we learn from the psychology of an incredible military tactic? How can we shape our behaviours and motivations to increase our chances of success? What happens in our minds when we remove Plan B? Matt Higgins is the author of "Burn the Boats" and has the story and success to back it. After growing up in poverty looking after a disabled mother Matt has taken incredible risks to become the success he is today. After deliberately flunking out of school he somehow made it to being a shark on Shark Tank for two seasons. He runs the VC firm RSE Ventures and he has lectured at Harvard Business School for several years. Stay tuned to learn about: Making the most of your strengths and weaknesses When and what to fight for in life How to truly commit to and stick to your intentions Matt Higgins VC Firm - RSE Ventures Insta - @MHiggins X - @MHiggins LinkedIn - Matt Higgins RSE Book - Burn The Boats Growth Mindset pod Sam Webster Harris explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. Success and happiness is a state of mind unique to ourselves and is our responsibility to create. Watch the pod - YouTube (Growth Mindset) Mail - GrowthMindsetPodcast(at)gmail.com Insta - SamJam.zen Chapters 00:00 Cortes Burning the boats 01:31 Matt Higgins 04:12 The problem with Plan B 06:15 Managing Risks 10:57 When you should be able to retreat 15:22 Why We Should Not Romaticise Failure 17:41 Life After Shark Tank 24:37 Optimizing Strengths vs Improving Weaknesses 31:55 Importance of Commitment and Setting Intentions 33:54 Inspiring Women 38:57 Earliest Memory 39:38 Kindest Thing 40:39 Wrap up Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

5 Apr 202445min