How do you find a state of calm on a stressful, chaotic day? Peace and quiet are rare commodities in a busy world filled with stress, conflict, and distraction. If you don’t take the time to reset your body and mind, this can quickly lead to a state of overwhelm and burnout. But how do hit pause to reinstall a sense of calm, harmony, and balance? On today’s episode, I’m excited to bring you some powerful meditation techniques that not only help you relax and recover in just a few minutes, but can change your brain, and eventually, your life. Along with nuggets of wisdom from previous episodes with meditation experts, I’m going to give you actionable steps for making meditation a daily practice. Your brain wasn’t designed to run full throttle 24 hours a day. But a peaceful mind isn’t something you have, it’s something you do. Just like there’s a process to focus, there’s a process for calm. If you’re looking for tools to create a healthy and positive state of mind no matter how busy or demanding your day might be, this episode is for you.   Link to Show Notes Link to Kwik Brain C.O.D.E. Quiz Link to Kwik Student Use code PODCAST15 ***If you’re inspired, I want to invite you to join me in my brand NEW 10-day course, specifically designed to boost your productivity. I know it sounds too good to be true, but I give you step-by-step guides using the accelerated learning model to help you get more done and achieve your goals. Visit http://kwikbrain.com/productivity to join me today.***

How do you create change that lasts? The average person has around 60,000 thoughts every day. The problem is up to 95% of those thoughts are the same ones you’ve already had. If you want different results, you need a new behavior. And to get a new behavior, you have start by developing new capacities, capabilities, and beliefs. This topic is one I get questioned about a lot in our Kwik Brain Universe, and I’m excited to break down the core components that go into generating change that lasts a lifetime. Change is hard. And it can be difficult to get out of your own way. But you can take the first step by shifting your perspective, your surroundings, and the things you’re exposed to. If you want to stop relying on hoping you can change and cultivate the confidence that you will change, this episode is for you. Link to Show Notes Link to Kwik Brain C.O.D.E. Quiz Link to Kwik Recall Use code PODCAST15 ***If you’re inspired, I want to invite you to join me in my brand NEW 10-day course, specifically designed to boost your productivity. I know it sounds too good to be true, but I give you step-by-step guides using the accelerated learning model to help you get more done and achieve your goals. Visit http://kwikbrain.com/productivity to join me today.***

How does real life connection influence your brain health and longevity? The rise of algorithms has had a significant impact on our overall brain health and mental well-being. They work to direct your attention online and can disrupt how you interact with people, eventually interfering with how you learn, communicate, and engage with others. This makes it difficult to maintain a healthy balance between being online and fostering in-person connections. To go further on this topic, I’m excited to have Colleen and Jason Wachob on our show today. They are the founders and co-CEO’s of Mind Body Green, an independent media brand dedicated to your well-being. They’re also the authors of the brand-new book, The Joy of Well-Being: A Practical Guide to a Happy, Healthy, and Long Life. Technology can make your life easier in many ways. But it can also have a downside. The more it advances, the more tempting it can be to rely on algorithms to think for you. If you’re looking for a way to sort through the polarizing noise online and find information on nutrition and wellness to share with the people you love, this episode is for you. Link to Show Notes Link to Kwik Brain C.O.D.E. Quiz Link to Kwik Reading Use code PODCAST15 ***If you’re inspired, I want to invite you to join me in my brand NEW 10-day course, specifically designed to boost your productivity. I know it sounds too good to be true, but I give you step-by-step guides using the accelerated learning model to help you get more done and achieve your goals. Visit http://kwikbrain.com/productivity to join me today.***

What is your unique brain type? Have you ever wondered why you excel in certain areas but struggle in others? Over the years, I’ve shared various learning theories and cognitive resources to help you tap into your individual strengths to improve your learning and life. And now I’m taking those lessons one step further to help you find your unique brain type. Today, is a very special, very fun episode. I’m going to dive into an assessment I created just for you. This quiz breaks down the key processes and principles on how to leverage your strengths for greater performance, productivity, problem solving, decision-making, and so much more. Each brain type is represented by one of four different animals that embody the distinct abilities you already have, so you can optimize your specific brain gifts to maximize results in all aspects of your daily life. Listen in, as I reveal the four animal brain types, or the C.O.D.E. to discover your cognitive style so you can live your limitless life. Link to Show Notes Link to Kwik Brain C.O.D.E. Quiz Link to Kwik Programs Use code PODCAST15 ***If you’re inspired, I want to invite you to join me in my brand NEW 10-day course, specifically designed to boost your productivity. I know it sounds too good to be true, but I give you step-by-step guides using the accelerated learning model to help you get more done and achieve your goals. Visit http://kwikbrain.com/productivity to join me today.***

How can you keep a sharp, healthy, and resilient mind at any age? There are a lot of common fears around aging. And one of the biggest is that you’ll start to become absent-minded, losing the vibrancy and focus that marks your ability to learn. But getting older doesn’t have to be a scary process. It’s possible to maintain a strong and healthy mind throughout your life. I’m excited to have a very special guest on our show today. Dr. Gladys McGarey is a 102-year-old consulting physician and co-founder of the American Holistic Medical Association. She’s also the author of the brand-new book, The Well-Lived Life: A 102-Year-Old Doctor’s Six Secrets to Health and Happiness at Every Age. Living longer isn’t only about adding years to your life. You also want to add life to your years. Embracing a love of learning, discovering your purpose, and choosing an active, healthy lifestyle are key. If you want to understand the connection between brain health, mental well-being, and longevity, this episode is for you. Link to Show Notes Link to Kwik Student Program Use code PODCAST15 ***If you’re inspired, I want to invite you to join me in my brand NEW 10-day course, specifically designed to boost your productivity. I know it sounds too good to be true, but I give you step-by-step guides using the accelerated learning model to help you get more done and achieve your goals. Visit http://kwikbrain.com/productivity to join me today.***