002 - Jim Kwik - No Brain Left Behind

WHAT WE COVERED 00:48 – Introducing today’s guest, Jim Kwik 04:08 – Jim’s origin story 09:58 – Growing up as an introvert 13:54 – Not letting school get in the way of education 15:08 – The importance of knowing your ‘why’ 17:54 – Getting clarity on what challenges you are facing 21:04 – Jim opens up about solving the puzzle of his own brain 23:10 – Jim recalls the first student he tutored 25:57 – Meta-thinking 29:30 – The crashed truck story 32:58 – How critical thinking can lead to better decisions 33:38 – Why people are so scared to make decisions 37:15 – Beginning with the end in mind 40:11 – The power of passion 42:04 – The importance of curiosity 42:41 – Jim tells a quick story of one of his heroes, Stan Lee 45:19 – The difference between a thermometer and a thermostat 47:41 – The impact of our outside and inside environments 48:35 – Modern day kryptonite 56:36 – The Zeigarnik Effect 1:00:35 – Jim’s thoughts on technology 1:04:15 – Digital depression 1:06:56 – Jim and Dr. Stephanie share their best morning practices 1:12:12 – How our environments train our brains 1:18:05 – The Four ‘G’s 1:20:44 – Where listeners can follow Jim 1:21:39 – Jim’s actionable challenges to the audience 1:25:00 – Where listeners can follow Dr. Stephanie and subscribe to her newsletter TWEETABLE QUOTES “I think the ultimate quest we’re all on is just to be better, right? To be able to grow and progress and fully express ourselves and little by little a little becomes a lot.” (02:47) “Don’t let school get in the way of your education.” (13:54) “The same level of thinking that’s created your problem won’t solve your problem.” (17:39) “I don’t believe that there’s necessarily a good memory or a bad memory. But, there’s a trained memory and there’s an untrained memory. Genius can be learned.” (22:28) “Discipline weighs ounces, but regret weighs tons.” (39:56) “I think that the treasure that most people seek is hidden in the work that they’re avoiding.” (57:38) “What’s good for your heart is gonna be good for your head.” (1:16:06) LINKS MENTIONED Better! Website Dr. Stephanie’s Website Dr. Stephanie’s Twitter – @dr_stephanie Dr. Stephanie’s Instagram – @dr.stephanie.estima Link to Dr. Steph’s Article Jim’s Instagram – @jimkwik Jim’s Twitter – @KwikLearning Jim’s Facebook Jim’s Podcast Dr Stephanie on Kwik Brain Ep. 73 Dr Stephanie on Kwik Brain Ep. 93 Jim’s Website BOOKS MENTIONED The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: Powerful Lessons in Personal Change ENJOYING THE SHOW, READY FOR MORE? Please Subscribe to Better! With Dr. Stephanie Join our Private Facebook Community for Better! Rate and Review: Show your support and help spread the word by writing a review, along with a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts: https://bettershow.co/apple 🎙️🎙️🎙️ Podcast production and marketing provided by FullCast **************************** P.S. When you're ready, here are two ways Dr. Stephanie can help you: Subscribe: The Mini Pause — My weekly newsletter packed with the most actionable, evidence-based tools for women 40+ to thrive in midlife. Build Muscle: LIFT — My progressive strength training program designed for women in midlife. Form-focused, joint-friendly, and built for real results. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.