Jane McGonigal is a PhD Game Designer who advocates for the use of video games to help people learn skills that transfer to the real world, heal physical problems like concussions and improve attitudes and self-esteem in children. Shane and Jane discuss how video games help with decision making, post-traumatic growth as well as how much is too much, what to ... Show More
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#236 Harley Finkelstein: You Must Requalify for Your Role, Every Year
Shopify President Harley Finkelstein talks with Shane Parrish about treating every role in your life like a job you have to earn again each year. Harley shares why stepping down as COO was his hardest choice, the family motto that guides his daughters, and what makes someone good ... Show More
1h 49m
Jul 1
#235 Outliers: Jimmy Pattison — Building a $16B Empire Without Connections, Capital, or Credentials
At 96 years old, Jimmy Pattison still runs his $16 billion empire personally. He’s built it over 63 years without outside capital or a college degree. He owns 100% of car dealerships, billboards, radio stations—even Ripley’s Believe It or Not—with a philosophy of: "No partners, n ... Show More
1h 13m
Jun 24
#234 Indra Nooyi: Lessons from the Top of PepsiCo—and the Cost of Getting There
On her first day as CEO of PepsiCo, Indra Nooyi fired her general counsel. Then rehired him before dinner. It wasn’t a stunt. It was a signal. She ran a $200 billion empire the same way she ran her life: with surgical precision, uncompromising standards, and an allergy to corpora ... Show More
1h 36m
Aug 2023
Neuroplasticity Tools to Change Your (and your kid’s) Brain with Dr. Caroline Leaf
Our thoughts, emotions, and experiences can reshape the very structure of our brains, allowing it to adapt and change over time. This is known as neuroplasticity, and while it’s present throughout our lives the younger we are the more powerful it is. On today’s episode, Dr. Carol ... Show More
48m 20s
Dec 2023
783. Navigating Anxiety, Trauma, Shame, and Habits w/ Caroline Leaf
Hey Heal Squad, today we dive deep into the world of mental well-being. Get ready for a journey of self-discovery and transformation as we explore the key takeaways that can reshape your mindset and lead to a life free from anxiety, trauma, shame, and detrimental habits.
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Dec 2023
Super Brain: 10 Things to Eat, Think, & Do to Improve Your Memory and Learn Faster
Want to boost your reading speed by 30%–50%?Want to learn faster?What if you never forgot where you put your keys again?Mel sits down with world-renowned brain coach Jim Kwik to help you boost your brainpower with his science-backed tools, tips, and strategies. In this episode, t ... Show More
1h 2m
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1079 How to Heal Your Mind & Improve Mental Health (Based on NEUROSCIENCE!) w/Dr. Caroline Leaf
“To achieve greatness, you need to understand your mind.”Today's guest is Dr. Caroline Leaf, a communication pathologist and cognitive neuroscientist specializing in cognitive and metacognitive neuropsychology. Since the early 1980s she has researched the mind-brain connection, t ... Show More
1h 49m
Sep 2023
Mastering the Journey | Yash's Pathway to the Master of Psychology (Education and Developmental)
Welcome back to Mental Status!Today, we're diving into the second episode of our guest series, "Mastering the Journey", where we unpack and explore the stories of individuals who have successfully embarked on the transformative journey into psychology master's programs ... Show More
47m 16s
Jun 2024
Brain Hacks: 6 Secrets to Learn Faster & Unlock The Full Power Of Your Mind
Do you want to know the most important lesson from 200,000 brain scans? What about the daily habits that make you smarter, improve your memory, and help you learn faster? Would you like to control your mind and speak to yourself in a more positive way? Today’s episode is a master ... Show More
50m 49s
Apr 2024
How to Read Body Language to Get What You Want: 6 Simple Psychological Tricks to Be More Confident
Do you want to know how to talk to anyone with ease and confidence? In this episode, you will learn science-backed psychological tricks to be more successful, charismatic, and influential today.Vanessa Van Edwards is the founder of The Science of People, a behavior lab that studi ... Show More
1h 22m