What is the power of a having bittersweet outlook? If you’re like most people, you’ve probably felt the pressure to always look on the bright side and act happy no matter what. While there is a place for optimism and positivity, you may actually be doing yourself a terrible disservice by burying your sad and melancholy feelings all the time. To explore this ... Show More
Aug 31
Do THIS Every Morning to Improve Your Focus, Mood, and Productivity
In this episode of the Kwik Brain podcast, I sit down with Hal Elrod, bestselling author of The Miracle Morning, to explore how your earliest mental inputs shape your focus, emotions, decisions, and performance throughout the day.We talk about sleep inertia, attentional priming, ... Show More
27m 18s
Aug 24
The Hidden Type of Rest That Boosts Creativity and Mental Clarity
In this episode of the Kwik Brain podcast, I break down the default mode network, the system your brain activates when you are no longer focused on a demanding task. I explain why zoning out is not always a bad thing, how this network helps retrieve memories and form new connecti ... Show More
10m 3s
Aug 17
My 30 Minute Morning Routine for Better Focus, Energy, and Clarity
Your morning starts shaping your brain long before you answer your first email or take your first sip of coffee.In this episode of the Kwik Brain podcast, I walk you through the morning routine I use to support my brain's natural chemistry, boost mental energy, and create focus t ... Show More
11m 2s
Apr 2022
Susan Cain | The Power of Bittersweetness
<p>Ever wonder why a certain sad song or even a few bars of just the right melancholy music will stop you in your tracks and maybe even move you to tears? Turns out, you’re not alone. My guest today, Susan Cain, has spent years researching why certain experiences - ones that conn ... Show More
53m 23s
Oct 2022
Bittersweet: An Audio E-Course by Susan Cain
The Next Big Idea presents an audio masterclass from bestselling author Susan Cain. Drawing on her latest book, "Bittersweet: How Sorrow and Longing Make Us Whole," Susan shares practical insights that you can use to bolster your creativity, deepen your connections, and find joy. ... Show More
48m 12s
Nov 2022
The Sweet Bitter with Susan Cain
There’s something profound in life’s bitter moments. The transformative beauty of a sad song, the anguished past of a story’s hero, the unexpected turnout of a crowded funeral. Turns out we often need darkness in order to appreciate the light. In our modern world, we focus so muc ... Show More
25m 19s