x

75% of people globally want unbiased news (Pew Research) but are concerned they're not getting that.

Get balanced coverage with Symby. See how stories are covered across diverse outlets and spot when one side covers a story the other skips.

PODCAST

The Science of Self

Despite so many studies being done on improving ourselves, it can be hard to find specific, actionable steps to make our lives better. Bestselling authors cut out the jargon and pop psychology to give insight and tips to be a better you. If you want proven ways and applicable tips to live a better life, listen in weekly and improve your life from the inside out!

science social sciences

All Episodes

33:37

Unveiling The Genius Mindset | The 4 Pillars Of...

The Science of Self ·

2024/06/28

00:00:00 Think Like Einstein00:02:28 Intellectual Curiosity.00:08:34 Willpower And Discipline.00:14:27 Intellectual Honesty.00:19:46 A Dash Of Polymathy.Think Like a Genius: How to Go Outside the Box, Analyze Deeply, Creatively Solve Problems, and Innovate (Mental Models for Better Living Book 5)By: Peter Hollins Hear it Here - http://bit.ly/GeniusHollinshttps://www.amazon.com/Think-Like-Genius-Creatively-Problems/dp/1647432529Learn from some of the greatest thinkers in history. Study their patterns

en

43:33

How To Stop Suffering: Learn From Buddha & Modern...

The Science of Self ·

2024/06/21

00:00:07 How to Suffer Well00:00:54 The Buddhists tell a story that goes like this00:14:40 What Frankl brought to the discussion of suffering was the question of recovery.00:22:08 The Buddha put forward his four noble truths, which go like this00:35:16 A Buddhist parable tells of a young monk and his wise older teacher on a journey.How to Suffer Well: Timeless Knowledge on Dealing with Hardship and Becoming Anguish-Proof (Live a Disciplined Life Book 12) By: Peter HollinsHear it Here -

en

38:11

Self-Learning Myth Busted! The Secret Weapon Is NOT...

The Science of Self ·

2024/06/14

00:00:00 The Self-Learning Blueprint00:06:25 The Myth Of Requirements00:20:24 Macro And Micro PlanningThe Self-Learning Blueprint: A Strategic Plan to Break Down Complex Topics, Comprehend Deeply, and Teach Yourself Anything By Peter HollinsHear it Here - https://bit.ly/selflearningblueprinthollinshttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B07TQ6HKTRAn approach to instantly make sense of a topic when learning from scratch and teaching yourself.Embarking on anything new is daunting and scary. That’s why you need a

en

38:36

Unlock Your Learning Potential: The Learning Brain...

The Science of Self ·

2024/06/07

Neuro-Learning: Principles from the Science of Learning on Information Synthesis, Comprehension, Retention, and Breaking Down Complex Subjects (Learning how to Learn Book 7) By Peter HollinsHear it Here - https://bit.ly/neurolearninghollinshttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B082RDLL3CWork with your brain, not against it. Use neuroscience foundations to learn better, faster, and stronger.All our lives, we've been taught ways to learn that are utterly ineffective and ignorant as to how our brains work. This

en

43:33

Introverts: The Thriving Brains Behind the Quiet...

The Science of Self ·

2024/05/31

Ever wondered how introverts not only survived but thrived throughout history? 00:00:00 The Science of Introverts00:01:13 The Prefrontal Cortex00:17:39 Brain Chemicals00:28:40 Background Noise00:34:46 How Did Introverts Survive Evolution?The Science of Introverts: Explore the Personality Spectrum for Self-Discovery, Self-Awareness, & Self-Care. Design a Life That Fits. By Peter HollinsHear it Here - https://adbl.co/3S4Z79whttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B07L9C77YJ Discover the hidden causes behind

en

37:54

30 Days to Self-Discipline

The Science of Self ·

2024/05/24

30 Days to Self-Discipline: A Blueprint to Bust Laziness, Escape the Couch, Become a Machine, and Accomplish Your Every Goal (Practical Self-Discipline 2.ed) (Live a Disciplined Life Book 9) By: Peter Hollins Hear it Here - https://adbl.co/3ew4v2bhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B08X3SBMCVA true guide for procrastinators, slackers, couch potatoes. In 30 days, you won't be one anymore!Want to get somewhere worth going? It's not going to be easy, and it's not going to be comfortable. This book holds the

en

01:00

You Need a Strategy AudioChapter from The Art of...

The Science of Self ·

2024/05/17

The Art of Practice: Accelerate Your Learning, Quickly Build Expertise, and Perform Like a Pro (Learning how to Learn Book 25) By: Peter Hollins00:00:00 The art of practice.00:02:15 The Deliberate Practice Roadmap00:16:59 Slow Practice00:21:26 Understanding Energy Levels00:30:46 Embrace the Growth Mindset00:31:57 Be Aware of Cognitive Biases00:35:31 The Stages of Mastery00:51:49 The Zone of Proximal Development01:01:02 Seek out a More Knowledgeable Other (MKO)01:03:33 The Yerkes–Dodson Law01:12:19

en

51:48

Deconstructing The Polymath

The Science of Self ·

2024/05/03

00:00:00 Learn Like a Polymath00:01:46 Two Paths to Polymathy00:24:46 Cross-Pollination as the Key00:32:34 Guidelines and a PlanLearn Like a Polymath: How to Teach Yourself Anything, Develop Multidisciplinary Expertise, and Become Irreplaceable (Learning how to Learn Book 12) By Peter HollinsHear it Here - https://bit.ly/learnlikeapolymathhollinshttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B08JKPHMX7Polymathy is the modern currency. Generate unique solutions and perspectives that only a dedicated self-learner can.

en

22:03

You Need Flexibility

The Science of Self ·

2024/04/26

Easily listen to The Science of Self in your podcast app of choice at https://bit.ly/ScienceOfSelfPodcastHear it Here - https://adbl.co/3vumSjN00:00:00 Hello listeners00:03:44 Researchers at Johns Hopkins00:13:57 Know When to Take a Break00:15:50 A study conducted by researchers at the National Institutes of Health• Research suggests that practicing a slightly modified version of a task can lead to faster and more effective learning. Rehearse the basic skill, wait for at least six hours to

en

54:48

Daily Habits - The Key to Self-Discipline

The Science of Self ·

2024/04/19

Easily listen to The Science of Self in your podcast app of choice at https://bit.ly/ScienceOfSelfPodcastHear it Here - https://bit.ly/PowerOfSelfDiscipline00:00:00 Hello, listeners00:06:39 Personal motivation00:13:03 The SD = (PeM+PoB) − (dc + ds) formula00:16:06 If-then statements00:18:20 Peter Gollwitzer00:23:10 According to Oxford Dictionaries• Self-discipline and habits are innately intertwined. In fact, habits are the natural goal for self-discipline; self-disciplined acts require conscious

en

38:47

Unlock Your Memory Power: How To Learn And Remember...

The Science of Self ·

2024/04/12

Easily listen to The Science of Self in your podcast app of choice at https://bit.ly/ScienceOfSelfPodcast00:00:00 Hello listeners00:02:08 1. Encoding 2. Storage 3. Retrieval00:13:21 The study cycle00:28:10 Spaced repetition00:35:34 TakeawaysHear it Here - https://adbl.co/3Lz7o1b• Learning relies on memory, and memory is in turn an interplay between two processes: storing and retrieving information. There are three main steps: encoding, storing and retrieval. • How well we encode material (i.e

en

34:24

Practice Makes Perfect? Not Quite! How to Master Any...

The Science of Self ·

2024/04/05

Easily listen to The Science of Self in your podcast app of choice at https://bit.ly/ScienceOfSelfPodcast00:00:51.329 Friedman’s Ways to Make the Most Out of Practice00:06:06.759 Reflect00:08:21.889 Challenge Yourself00:11:26.200 Mentally Rehearse00:15:54.040 Create an Alter EgoHear it Here - https://adbl.co/3vumSjNWant to finally master that skill you've been working on? Forget the idea of "practice makes perfect" - it's all about perfect practice! In this episode of The Science of Self, we dive

en

51:02

The Neuropsychology Of Self-Discipline

The Science of Self ·

2024/03/29

Easily listen to The Science of Self in your podcast app of choice at https://bit.ly/ScienceOfSelfPodcast00:01:26.210 Figure Out Where You Are00:22:58.799 Rock-Solid Principles for Lasting Motivation and Self-DisciplineHear it Here - https://bit.ly/PowerOfSelfDiscipline• Working with the limitations of your own brain requires an honest appraisal of where you are and how you’re functioning. Make it a habit to routinely assess yourself on the following aspects, on a scale of one to ten: Sense of

en

34:35

How The Brain Learns

The Science of Self ·

2024/03/22

Easily listen to The Science of Self in your podcast app of choice at https://bit.ly/ScienceOfSelfPodcastHear it Here - https://adbl.co/3Lz7o1b00:04:19.310 Technique #11 Building Strong Connections00:10:44.010 Technique #12 Planning For The Switches00:15:42.670 Technique #13 How To Make Chunks00:18:57.520 Pavlov And His Dogs00:27:55.870 Deep Processing00:28:55.230 Technique #15 Effective Study Methods• We can improve our capacity to learn and memorize by working with our brain’s innate abilities

en

01:04:09

Lessons From The Heroes Of Old AudioChapter from...

The Science of Self ·

2024/03/19

Legendary Self-Discipline: Lessons from Mythology and Modern Heroes on Choosing the Right Path Over the Easy Path By Peter HollinsHear it Here - https://bit.ly/legendaryselfdiscipline00:01:31.630 In Greek mythology, Pandora was the first human female00:14:21.940 Daedalus was a master inventor and designer00:37:27.370 The Monkey’s Paw and the dangers of shortcuts00:50:37.069 Hercules and the Twelve Labors and embracing hardshiphttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B089G6MNQCFight temptation, tame your impulses,

en

30:06

Cultivate A Beginner’s Mind

The Science of Self ·

2024/03/15

Easily listen to The Science of Self in your podcast app of choice at https://bit.ly/ScienceOfSelfPodcastHear it Here - https://adbl.co/3vumSjN00:06:11 Shunryu Suzuki's book Zen Mind, Beginner's Mind 00:12:23 Seek Out Counterevidence00:14:45 Reframe Knowledge and Skill as Something Malleable00:15:55 Invite Awe00:17:49 “Away From” Versus “Toward” Motivation00:24:37 Make Your Goals Positive00:25:30 Mix It Up00:27:16 Set Interim Goals• The paradox of expertise is that when we

en

01:14:50

A Peek Into The Science Of Habits AudioChapter from...

The Science of Self ·

2024/03/12

Neuro-Habits: Rewire Your Brain to Stop Self-Defeating Behaviors and Make the Right Choice Every Time (Understand Your Brain Better Book 7)By: Peter Hollins 00:03:42 Let’s take a closer look 00:19:11 The pleasure principle00:33:12 Habit Formation Psychology00:55:31 Conscious Psychological Factors01:00:36 Subconscious Psychological Factors01:06:13 External Environmental FactorsHear it Here - https://bit.ly/neurohabitshollinshttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B08RCV5KQNSmall daily acts to change your brain

en

38:22

Yes Or No?

The Science of Self ·

2024/03/08

Easily listen to The Science of Self in your podcast app of choice at https://bit.ly/ScienceOfSelfPodcast00:05:55.340 1. Will this course of action create a gap between my ideal self and my non-desired self?00:10:28.110 2. Does this action truly represent my intentions?00:15:04.649 3. Am I merely uncomfortable?00:18:49.950 4. What would I do if I had no choice but to exercise self-discipline?00:21:24.029 5. Is “I don’t want to” a good enough excuse to not do something?00:25:43.800 6. Am I doing the

en

49:04

The Personality Spectrum AudioChapter from The...

The Science of Self ·

2024/03/05

The Science of Introverts: Explore the Personality Spectrum for Self-Discovery, Self-Awareness, & Self-Care. Design a Life That Fits. By Peter Hollins00:11:04 The Extrovert Ideal.00:23:45 What Lies Between00:33:51 Introvert or Highly Sensitive?Hear it Here - https://adbl.co/3S4Z79whttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B07L9C77YJ Discover the hidden causes behind your behaviors and habits. Stop trying to impersonate someone you’re not.We use the terms introvert and extrovert constantly. We use them to label

en

29:29

Disengaging Your Brain’s Autopilot

The Science of Self ·

2024/03/01

Easily listen to The Science of Self in your podcast app of choice at https://bit.ly/ScienceOfSelfPodcast00:04:11 •Novel skills00:06:43 •Play games and solve puzzles00:12:11 •Meditation.00:14:41 •Resisting temptation.00:18:57 •Reappraisal00:20:11 •Distinguishing between emotions and reality00:21:10 •Distinguishing between ideas and reality 00:25:23 •Memory gamesHear it Here - https://adbl.co/3Lz7o1b• The brain can prefer repetition and habit. Get out of autopilot by using novelty to get out of the

en

211 results

Similar Podcasts

Classic Radio Science Fiction

solgoodmedia.com

Mission to Mars

Inception Point Ai

The 365 Days of Astronomy

365DaysOfAstronomy.org

Creek Devil

william Jevning

UFO Chronicles Podcast

Nik Hunter