In this episode, I explain how the brain engages in creative thinking and, based on that mechanistic understanding, the tools to improve one’s ability to think creatively and innovate in any area. I discuss how convergent and divergent thinking are essential for generating creative ideas and provide three types of meditation tools (open monitoring meditation ... Show More
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Science & Health Benefits of Belief in God & Religion | Dr. David DeSteno
My guest is Dr. David DeSteno, PhD, a professor of psychology at Northeastern University. We discuss science, God and religion, including what science can and can’t reveal about the existence of God and where religious faith and science do and do not align. We also discuss why qu ... Show More
2h 24m
Aug 21
Essentials: Timing Light for Better Sleep, Energy & Mood | Dr. Samer Hattar
In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, my guest is Dr. Samer Hattar, PhD, the Chief of the Section on Light and Circadian Rhythms at the National Institute of Mental Health. We discuss how light powerfully shapes mood, sleep, appetite, learning and overall mental health by alig ... Show More
35m 19s
Aug 18
Using Stem Cells to Cure Autism, Epilepsy & Schizophrenia | Dr. Sergiu Pașca
My guest is Dr. Sergiu Pașca, MD, professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at Stanford University. We discuss the biology and genetics of autism, why autism diagnoses are increasing and recent progress in using stem cells to understand and treat profound autism and other b ... Show More
2h 23m
Apr 2023
What is Creativity? || The Human Potential Lab
Welcome to The Human Potential Lab! In this special series of The Psychology Podcast, I will be doing solo episodes answering your burning questions about the mind, brain, human behavior, and human potential.In the second episode of this series, I will be talking about creativity ... Show More
39m 20s
Jun 2024
3226: This is How to Find Your Inspiration, Creativity and Focus by The NeuroGym Team of MyNeuroGym
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com.Episode 3226:Discover how historical geniuses like Leonardo da Vinci and Marie Curie harnessed their creativity and focus. Learn act ... Show More
10m 1s
Feb 2021
Finding Creativity with Nick Onken
How can you change your world with creativity? In this episode, we discuss the healing power of creativity, art, and expression. To discuss this topic, I’m excited to welcome my good friend and one of the most creative people I know, Nick Onken, to the show! Nick is a world-renow ... Show More
20m 45s
Apr 2024
Channel Your Creative Brain 3 HACKS to Break Through MENTAL BLOCKS (Let CREATIVITY FLOW!)
How can embracing simplicity, improvisation, and mindfulness transform your creative process and lead to groundbreaking personal development? In today’s episode we explore how to harness our creative brain and elevate our creative output! First, we have the legendary music produc ... Show More
1h 12m
Mar 2024
3130: Happiness Is All in Your Mind by Paula Felps with Live Happy on Transformative Power of Creativity
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com.Episode 3130:In "Happiness Is All in Your Mind," Paula Felps delves into the transformative power of creativity on well-being. Throu ... Show More
8m 58s
May 2014
The neuroscience of creativity (SOP10)
Do you have to be intelligent to be creative? Can you learn to be more creative? In this episode, we speak with neuropsychologist Rex E. Jung, PhD, who studies intelligence, creativity and brain function. He discusses why – even if it sounds counterintuitive – intelligence and cr ... Show More
10m 9s
Mar 2024
How to be Effortlessly Creative
How to be Effortlessly CreativeOver the years, I have produced over 12,000 podcasts; everyone begins with the written word. Even though that makes my mouth and fingers my most exercised body parts, it has also given me many opportunities to learn to keep my words flowing.If you'r ... Show More
13m 31s