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The Secret to Beating Burnout | Steven K...

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What if peak performance isn’t about superhumans — but about biology? In this powerful conversation, AJ and Johnny sit down with New York Times bestselling author and flow researcher Steven Kotler to reveal why we’re all hardwired for the extraordinary. From 1990s action sports to neuroscience labs, Steven breaks down the science of flow, how communities amp ... Show More
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