Podcast appearances and mentions of Nir Eyal

Dr. Adam Dorsay introduces SuperPsyched and interviews New York Times bestselling author Nir Eyal about his book Beyond Belief, co-written with Julie Li, on how beliefs—distinct from facts—shape behavior and outcomes. Eyal explains the book's origin in reader calls about Indistractable and argues motivation is a triangle of behavior, benefit, and belief, with belief as the keystone. They discuss changing beliefs through evidence, how attention can amplify pain, and research on pain reprocessing, placebo/nocebo effects, and hypnos-sedation, including case studies of surgery without anesthesia and a placebo “overdose.” Eyal warns that labels can become limits, shares how reframing his ADHD-related beliefs reduced shame and anxiety, contrasts Dorsay's experience of diagnosis as empowering, and highlights internal locus of control as beneficial. Eyal's “insider skill” is intellectual humility and distinguishing faith, fact, and belief.00:00 Welcome to SuperPsyched00:28 Beliefs Shape Outcomes02:21 Why Nir Wrote It04:53 Motivation Needs Belief07:35 Beliefs Are Tools10:34 Science That Feels Magic13:16 Pain Without Suffering16:48 Nocebo and Labels20:48 ADHD and Identity25:56 Internal Locus Control28:04 Final Skill Humility31:16 Closing ThanksHELPFUL LINKS:Nir EyalNir Eyal LinkedInNir Eyal YouTubeNir Eyal InstagramBeyond Belief BookIndistractable Book

Send us Fan MailHave you ever thought, “I KNOW what I'm supposed to do… so why am I not doing it?” That's exactly what I'm diving into in this episode with behavioral researcher and bestselling author Nir Eyal. We talk about why having the information, the plan, and even the desire to change isn't always enough, and how the beliefs we have about ourselves and our circumstances can actually keep us stuck. We get into quitting, limiting beliefs, pain vs. suffering, and how changing the way we see a situation can completely change what we're able to do. If you've ever felt like you know better but just can't seem to do better, I think this conversation will really make you stop and think.Find show notes at bicepsafterbabies.com/417Follow me on Instagram and Tiktok!Links:Nir's Website, LinkedIn, InstagramNir's Books:Beyond Belief https://a.co/d/0e5K3njGHooked https://amzn.to/4o8wR5eIndistractable https://amzn.to/4g26jk9Free belief change guide:www.nirandfar.com/beyond-belief-liveBonus content and the 30-Day Belief Transformation Journal are here: nirandfar.com/beyond-belief

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What if some of the things you believe most strongly aren't actually facts—but tools you're using to navigate a complicated world?In this bittersweet final interview for Psychologists Off the Clock, Jill Stoddard welcomes back Nir Eyal, author of Beyond Belief: The Science-Backed Way to Stop Limiting Yourself and Achieve Extraordinary Results. Nir was Jill's very first guest when she joined the podcast, making this conversation a fitting bookend to her time on POTC. Together, they explore how our beliefs shape motivation, perception, pain, relationships, and our ability to create lasting change.Nir explains why beliefs are different from facts or faith, and why treating beliefs as tools rather than truths can give us more flexibility. He shares his personal story of struggling with his weight, how changing his beliefs helped him persist, and what his experience with Pain Reprocessing Therapy taught him about chronic pain.You'll hear why “seeing is believing” is only half the story, how our expectations can change our experience of pain and pleasure, why venting may reinforce the very beliefs that keep us stuck, and how expanding your portfolio of perspectives can create more freedom in relationships and everyday life.Join Jill and Nir for a fascinating conversation about the power of belief—and a reminder that feeling bad isn't necessarily bad. Sometimes, pain comes with purpose.Listen and Learn:Why beliefs are neither facts nor faith, but flexible “working models” that help us navigate reality when the truth isn't fully knowableHow beliefs influence motivation, behavior, and persistence—and why believing you can succeed may be just as important as knowing what to doNir's personal weight-loss journey and how searching for the “one true” diet ultimately got in the way of persistenceWhy beliefs can be powerful tools even when we can't prove that they are objectively true, and how choosing beliefs that serve us can change the way we respond to everyday challengesHow attention shapes perception, why our brains rely on predictions and prior beliefs, and what the classic checkerboard illusion teaches us about seeing realityThe relationship between beliefs, expectations, pain, and suffering—including what Nir learned from Pain Reprocessing Therapy and the surprising power of the brain to change the experience of chronic painWhy feeling bad isn't necessarily bad, and how redefining discomfort as something that can accompany purpose may help us stop avoiding the experiences that matterHow placebo and nocebo effects demonstrate the powerful role of expectations, and why beliefs can influence our experience through changes in behavior and biologyWhy venting can reinforce negative beliefs about other people, and how “getting it off your chest” may provide short-term relief while making us angrier in the long runHow Inquiry-Based Stress Reduction can help us loosen rigid beliefs by developing a broader “portfolio” of possible perspectives rather than forcing ourselves to replace one belief with anotherNir's personal transformation in his relationship with his mother, and how questioning assumptions about other people can create more flexibility without requiring them to changeHow expanding our beliefs can create “wiggle room” to respond more flexibly, reconnect with our values, and take responsibility for our own contribution to difficult situationsResources:Nir's book Beyond Belief: https://bookshop.org/a/30734/9780593852033 Free belief change guide is here: www.nirandfar.com/beyond-belief-liveBonus content and the 30-Day Belief Transformation Journal is here: nirandfar.com/beyond-beliefWebsite: http://nirandfar.comLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/nireyal/Instagram - http://instagram.com/nireyalPrevious books:Hooked: geni.us/hookedIndistractable: geni.us/IndistractableAbout Nir Eyal:Nir Eyal writes, consults, and teaches about the intersection of psychology, technology, and human potential. He previously taught at the Stanford Graduate School of Business and the Hasso Plattner Institute of Design at Stanford.He is the author of the international bestsellers Hooked and Indistractable, which have sold more than a million copies in more than 30 languages. His latest book, Beyond Belief: The Science-Backed Way to Stop Limiting Yourself and Achieve Extraordinary Results, explores the science of beliefs and how they influence our perceptions, behaviors, and ability to create lasting change. The book recently reached the New York Times bestseller list.Nir is also an active angel investor whose portfolio includes multi-billion-dollar companies such as Canva and Kahoot!. He blogs at NirAndFar.com and has published writing in The New York Times and Harvard Business Review. He is also a regular contributor to Psychology Today.Related Episodes:127. Indistractable with Nir Eyal310. The Expectation Effect with David Robson312. Throwback Episode! The Invisible Gorilla with Christopher Chabris422. Mindwise with Nicholas Epley443. Shift with Ethan Kross458. The Pain/Brain Connection with Alan GordonSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Examining our beliefs can transform the way we see the world — and even change how we relate to the people we care about. This week, bestselling author Nir Eyal talks about his new book, Beyond Belief, and explains how our beliefs quietly shape our behavior, our happiness, and our ability to persist through life's challenges. He explains how beliefs influence our motivation, our emotional responses, and the suffering we unintentionally create for ourselves. If you've ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated by your own patterns, this episode offers a fresh, science‑backed way forward. In this episode, you'll learn: How examining our beliefs allows us to approach relationships with more clarity and compassion. How to identify limiting beliefs that increase suffering and sabotage motivation. A simple, evidence‑based technique for transforming painful beliefs into empowering ones.

'I don't write what I know, I write what I want to know.' You know Nir Eyal. He's an authority on behaviour change and human potential, a respected academic and the bestselling author of Hooked and Indistractable. His latest book is called Beyond Belief: The science-backed way to stop limiting yourself and achieve breakthrough results. But did you know that he's not writing for you, dear reader - he's writing for himself, to satisfy his curiosity about a topic that's caught his attention? Or that when he sits down to write, it immediately triggers an anxiety response: 'Why is this so difficult? It's boring. What if nobody likes my book? What if I don't make my deadline? What am I even doing?' In this fascinating conversation, we explore what beliefs mean for life and work and, most relevantly for this podcast, writing. You'll discover how he replaced those anxious questions with a more liberating belief, which I guarantee will work for you too (I know because it worked for me).  And - of course - we talk about AI: where it's helpful for writing and where it becomes a dirty thief if you let it.

This week, Reverend Ken Daigle and Doctor J.D. Schramm present a collaborative talk titled "Beyond Belief," based on the book by Nir Eyal. The core message centers on understanding how our belief systems function as mental models rather than immutable facts, and how we can consciously "sharpen" these tools to reshape our reality. This spiritual lesson was recorded live at Unity San Francisco on September 6th, 2026.

What if the beliefs holding you back aren't actually true?In this bonus episode of The Spacemakers, Daniel Sih is joined by New York Times bestselling author Nir Eyal to explore ideas from his new book, Beyond Belief. They unpack why knowing what to do isn't always enough to create change, and why our beliefs may be the missing piece between intention and action.Nir explores how our beliefs shape what we see, feel and do, the difference between limiting and liberating beliefs, and why changing the way we think about ourselves can change the way we behave. He also shares a practical approach for identifying beliefs that may be holding us back and experimenting with new perspectives that increase motivation and reduce suffering.Resources:Beyond BeliefWise AI: Using Powerful Technology in a Deeply Human WayDiscover more:SPACEMAKERS WEBSITEYOUTUBESEASON 4 GUIDEThis season is made possible with support from our sponsors: Bulk Nutrients, Fullers Bookshop, and The Spacemakers Dojo.This podcast is recorded and produced by Wildersound and Production Farm StudiosMentioned in this episode:SM DOJO #6_JOIN CONVERSATIONSpacemakers - Dojo

Nir Eyal, behavioral design expert, keynote speaker, former Stanford lecturer, and New York Times bestselling author of Beyond Belief, Indistractable, and Hooked, joins me on this episode. Nir writes, consults, and teaches at the intersection of psychology, technology, and human potential. His work has helped millions of people build better habits, improve their focus, and gain greater agency over their lives and work. In this episode, Nir explains why our beliefs influence far more than the way we think. They shape what we notice, what we attempt, how we respond to challenges, and how long we persist when things become difficult.

What if the beliefs you are most certain about are standing between you and the life you dream of?Josh Trent welcomes Nir Eyal, behavioral design expert and author of Beyond Belief, to the Wellness + Wisdom Podcast, episode 831, to explore why motivation is not a straight line, why the beliefs we treat as facts are often the only thing keeping us stuck, and why the brain is not a recording machine but a prediction device that filters reality through whatever it already believes to be true.Get Nir Eyal's newest book

Nir Eyal is the author of Hooked, which became Silicon Valley's playbook for building habit-forming products, Indistractable, on taking your attention back, and the new book Beyond Belief. He taught at Stanford's Graduate School of Business and is one of the sharpest thinkers on what to do with technology.In this episode of Summation, Nir and Auren discuss:Why to-do lists set you up to feel like a failure and what to do insteadWhy 90% of the time you check your phone, it's an uncomfortable emotion, not a notificationWhy beliefs are tools, not truths, and how swapping one can end your sufferingWhy this is the safest generation of kids in history and still gets a moral panicYou can find Auren Hoffman on X at @auren and Nir Eyal on X at @nireyal

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An offhand compliment from a leader becomes praise. An offhand insult becomes a verdict. Nobody in a leadership role gets to opt out of that. Three conversations from the BRAVE archive with three best-selling authors, and one thing they share: all three went and checked what everybody already assumes about leadership, and found the data pointing the other way. Adam Galinsky is a professor at Columbia Business School, currently spending a year at NUS Business School in Singapore, and the author of Inspire. He explains the leader amplification effect, why the people we call great are characterised on two dimensions and excused on the third, and what he found after asking people on every continent to describe an inspiring leader and an infuriating one. The answers were the same everywhere, with one variation: hypocrisy comes up more in Asia. Eric Ries wrote The Lean Startup. Fifteen years on, he went back to the founders who used it and found many of them miserable, and many of them no longer recognising the company they had built. His argument: we taught people how to build and never how to protect it, trustworthiness is the most underrated asset in business, and since 2008 the companies rated bad on governance have outperformed the ones rated good. Nir Eyal has written three books on why we do what we do. He starts with the most uncomfortable pattern in his own office hours, which is people waiting months for a call to report that the step they never did didn't work. Then the mechanism: what stands between us and what we want is not information, motivation is a triangle of behaviour, benefit and belief, and we quit because we have never separated pain from suffering. People, then institutions, then yourself. Watch the full episodes: E709 Adam Galinsky, Professor at Columbia Business School https://youtu.be/MhVfGQ8iI7I  E700 Eric Ries, Author of The Lean Startup https://youtu.be/8wihh7uYpRo  E706 Nir Eyal, Author of Hooked, Indistractable and Beyond Belief https://youtu.be/4eM2OOMyruA  Watch, listen or read the full insight at https://www.bravesea.com/blog/leadership-authors  BRAVE is Southeast Asia's leading tech podcast, hosted by Jeremy Au. Honest conversations with the region's top founders, investors, and operators on building startups in Southeast Asia. New episodes every week. Subscribe so you never miss one. Listen & Subscribe YouTube (English), YouTube (Bahasa Indonesia), Spotify (English), Spotify (Bahasa Indonesia), Spotify (Chinese), Spotify (Vietnamese), Apple Podcasts Follow BRAVE LinkedIn, X (Twitter), Instagram, TikTok, WhatsApp Follow Jeremy Au LinkedIn, X / Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, Threads, Twitch Resources Get transcripts, startup resources & community discussions at www.bravesea.com #Leadership #SoutheastAsia #Founders #Singapore #TechPodcast #Management #Startups #VentureCapital #BusinessBooks #LeanStartup #Psychology #FutureOfWork #Productivity #CorporateGovernance #SEAstartups #Malaysia #Indonesia #Philippines #Vietnam #Entrepreneurship 00:00 Three findings that contradict what you believe 00:41 Adam Galinsky: you don't get to choose your impact 03:01 The Steve Jobs defence, and Mother Teresa 05:10 The captain of Flight 1380 07:07 Inspiring vs infuriating, and what Asia judges differently 08:57 Eric Ries: they built the companies and ended up miserable 12:09 Since 2008, bad governance has beaten good 16:31 Costco, Sol Price, and the locks that were changed 20:19 Nir Eyal: they read the book, they didn't do the book 23:48 Why visualising success backfires 26:52 Pain is not suffering 30:35 The thing nobody checked

Nir Eyal is a bestselling author, behavioral science expert, and keynote speaker who helps individuals and organizations understand how psychology and technology shape human behavior. He is the author of the bestselling books Hooked, Indistractable, and Beyond Belief, which have sold over one million copies, been translated into over 30 languages, and earned recognition from The New York Times, Amazon, Audible, and The Globe and Mail. A former Stanford Graduate School of Business lecturer, Nir has worked with organizations, including JPMorgan Chase and the US Air Force and invested in companies including Canva and Kahoot. He helps people build better habits, improve focus, and reach their full potential. In this episode… Why do some people turn knowledge into lasting change while others remain stuck in the same patterns? We have access to more books, podcasts, and expert advice than ever before, yet lasting transformation often feels out of reach. If information isn't the problem, what is the missing piece that drives real change? Nir Eyal, bestselling author and behavioral science expert, says lasting change begins by examining the beliefs behind our actions. He explains that sustained motivation depends not only on knowing what to do and understanding the benefits, but also on having beliefs that support persistence. Rather than treating beliefs as fixed truths, Nir encourages viewing them as tools that can be tested and reshaped. He illustrates this through examples ranging from Serena Williams' coach using "belief hacking" to build confidence to Amazon's "Day One" philosophy of continual innovation. He also shares practical methods, including inquiry-based stress reduction, to help people challenge limiting beliefs, improve relationships, and unlock greater personal and professional potential. In this episode of the Inspired Insider Podcast, host Dr. Jeremy Weisz sits down with Nir Eyal to discuss how beliefs shape performance, leadership, and personal growth. They explore why persistence matters more than talent, how leaders cultivate empowering beliefs, and practical ways to reframe limiting mindsets. Nir also shares why questioning common psychological assumptions can lead to better decisions and lasting change.

Most managers already know what good management looks like. Give real feedback. Delegate. Have the hard conversation. Knowing it has never been the problem. Nir Eyal spent years asking why people who have the right answer still don't act on it. His conclusion is that the gap is not motivation or discipline. It's belief. And beliefs are harder to spot than habits, because from the inside they feel like facts. In this conversation, Nir walks through what a belief actually is, why confirmation bias quietly hardens a manager's read on an employee until it stops being reviewable, and what to do when you find yourself already dreading a conversation that hasn't happened yet. He also makes a blunt case against two labels a lot of leaders wear comfortably: imposter syndrome and perfectionist. The practical takeaways here are small and usable. Look for where you're suffering instead of hunting for the belief directly. Keep a reality log when your read on your own performance has gone lopsided. And pay attention to whatever words follow "I am." About our guest Nir Eyal is the author of Hooked, Indistractable, and Beyond Belief: The Science-Backed Way to Stop Limiting Yourself and Achieve Breakthrough Results, an instant New York Times bestseller written with Julie Li. He is a former lecturer at the Stanford Graduate School of Business, and his work has appeared in The New York Times, Harvard Business Review, and Time. He writes about behavior, focus, and belief at NirAndFar.com. Nir is offering listeners a free 5-Minute Belief Change Guide at nirandfar.com/beyond-belief-live. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Why managers know what to do and still don't do it 02:00 Why readers kept telling Nir his last book didn't work for them 06:00 Why the best advice becomes wasted breath without belief 07:15 The difference between a fact, a faith, and a belief 08:50 Why your conscious mind only gets 50 bits of what's in front of you 11:00 How a manager's opinion of an employee hardens into fact 13:30 Why you can see everyone's limiting beliefs except your own 15:15 Don't look for the belief. Look for where you're suffering. 17:45 The flowers Nir sent his mom and what he learned from the phone call 20:15 How a reality log corrects a belief about your own performance 23:00 What happens to Thursday's hard conversation when you decide Tuesday it will go badly 25:50 Why your labels are your limits 28:00 Why Nir says imposter syndrome isn't real 30:00 Same sweaty palms, different belief 32:20 Where to start if you want to test one belief this week A QUICK GLIMPSE INTO OUR PODCAST Podcast: Transform Your Workplace, sponsored by Xenium HR Host: Brandon Laws In Brandon's own words: "The Transform Your Workplace podcast is your go-to source for the latest workplace trends, big ideas, and time-tested methods straight from the mouths of industry experts and respected thought-leaders." About Xenium HR Xenium HR is on a mission to transform workplaces by providing expert outsourced HR and payroll services for small and medium-sized businesses. With a people-first approach, Xenium helps organizations create thriving work environments where employees feel valued and supported. From navigating compliance to enhancing workplace culture, Xenium offers tailored solutions that empower growth and simplify HR. Whether managing employee relations, payroll processing, or implementing impactful training programs, Xenium is the trusted partner businesses rely on to elevate their workplace experience. Discover how Xenium can transform your workplace: Learn more Connect with Nir Eyal: Website LinkedIn Instagram Beyond Belief Free Belief Change Guide Connect with Brandon Laws: LinkedIn Instagram About Connect with Xenium HR: Website LinkedIn Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube

In this episode, Tara sits down with New York Times bestselling author Nir Eyal for an eye-opening conversation on mastering focus, shifting limiting mindsets, and reclaiming control over daily attention. Nir pulls back the curtain on the real root causes of distraction, debunking the common myth that technology alone is to blame. Instead, he reveals that an astonishing 90% of phone checks happen without a single notification, driven instead by "internal triggers," fleeting moments of emotional discomfort, boredom, or anxiety. Nir shares an actionable four-step framework to manage these internal feelings, break the cycle of procrastination, and rewrite the internal narratives that hold them back from living intentionally. The discussion also dives deep into the incredible power of the mind, highlighting the research behind his work in his new book Beyond Belief: The Science-Backed Way to Stop Limiting Yourself and Achieve Extraordinary Results, including the mind-bending story of a patient undergoing surgery without anesthesia through the power of hypnotic belief. Nir unpacks how beliefs function as tools rather than absolute truths, introducing powerful reframing techniques like Byron Katie's four questions to dismantle self-sabotaging thoughts. Nir emphasizes the importance of moving past parental hypocrisy, modeling healthy device habits, and leading with purpose and love to build a deeply connected, resilient family. For parents or anyone feeling stuck, the episode offers crucial, practical strategies to stop limiting beliefs from holding them back. Links: www.NirAndFar.com https://amzn.to/4bjYEL6 https://www.linkedin.com/in/nireyal/ https://www.youtube.com/user/nirandfar https://twitter.com/nireyal https://www.facebook.com/nirandfar/ http://instagram.com/neyal99 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What if your biggest leadership limitation isn't your strategy, skills, or team—but a belief you've never questioned? In this episode, Lisa G. sits down with bestselling author Nir Eyal to unpack the hidden beliefs that shape how CEOs see problems, anticipate outcomes, and decide what's possible. From Serena Williams' Wimbledon win to the science of attention, agency, and mental contrasting, Nir reveals why beliefs are tools—not truths. They explore how leaders can test assumptions, challenge organizational limitations, and plan for discomfort instead of relying on positive visualization. If you want to think more clearly, lead with greater agency, and achieve breakthrough results, this conversation will challenge what you believe is possible. Ready to challenge the belief that's quietly limiting your leadership? Listen to the full episode, then explore Nir's work at NirAndFar.com and read Beyond Belief. Don't just change what you do. Change what you believe is possible.

Nir Eyal wrote that time management is really pain management. I think there is profound truth in that. But what I am even more passionate about these days is energy management. Because managing your time means nothing if you have no energy to spend in it. In this episode I make the case that at midlife, most of us have more responsibility than we have ever had and less energy than we used to. If we do not put serious forethought into how we spend our energy each day, life runs us. And we end up feeling resentful, unfulfilled, and perpetually behind. I share what poor energy management actually looks like in practice and offer three questions to ask yourself every night that will change how you approach the next day. Ready to go deeper? Grab my book, The Consistency Code: A Midlife Woman's Guide to Deep Health and Happiness, at https://theconsistencycode.com   #GraceAndGrit #EnergyManagement #MidlifeWomen #TimeManagement #SelfLeadership #WomensWellness #DeepHealth #IntentionalLiving #MidlifeHealth #Productivity

What if the most important thing you teach your students about money has nothing to do with budgets, credit scores, or compound interest? What if it starts with what they believe? In this special episode for teachers, Nir Eyal shares key ideas from his newest book, Beyond Belief. He connects these ideas to inner narratives students and teachers carry about money, time, and their own impact. Nir unpacks the science of how beliefs about money, potential, and about what's possible are formed early and shape everything that follows. Join us to explore how to help students notice and "stress-test" their beliefs against real-world examples, while also getting tools to examine assumptions about what's possible in your classroom and in your own financial life.

According to our next guest, sometimes we are our own worst enemies. We create our own suffering by thinking the things we believe about ourselves are actually true and as a result the way we see the world often becomes the world we live in, says behavioral design expert Nir Eyal. He uses data and research to explain how to challenge the stories we tell ourselves so we can reach our goals . He also explains why everyone, even atheists, should pray in his new book, Beyond Belief: The Science-Backed Way to Stop Limiting Yourself and Achieve Breakthrough Results.

What if the stories you've been telling yourself about your betrayal — about who you are, what you're capable of, and whether you can heal — aren't facts at all? What if they're just beliefs? And what if beliefs can change?  In this powerful episode, Dr. Debi sits down with Nir Eyal, bestselling author of Beyond Belief, Indistractable, and Hooked, for a conversation that will fundamentally shift how you see your own healing journey. Nir is one of the world's leading thinkers on behavior change and human potential, and what he shares here is directly relevant to everyone navigating betrayal recovery.  Nir breaks down the critical difference between facts, faith, and beliefs — and why understanding that distinction is the single most important thing you can do to stop suffering. You'll hear about the science behind limiting beliefs, why your brain is actually designed to keep you stuck, and how something as seemingly small as a shift in perspective can produce results as dramatic as a rat swimming 60 hours instead of 15 minutes.  You'll also discover why 80% of healthcare spending goes to illness (not sickness), what surgery without anesthesia reveals about the power of your mind, and why the biggest limiting belief of all — that feeling bad is bad — may be what's keeping you from your breakthrough.  This episode is for everyone who's ever said, "This is just who I am," or "I can't change," or "I'll be okay once they admit what they did." Nir gently but firmly challenges all of it — and gives you the tools to challenge it yourself.  Topics Covered:  The critical difference between facts, faith, and beliefs — and why it matters for healing  Why beliefs are "tools, not truths" and how to start using them differently  What learned helplessness research got completely wrong — and what the truth reveals about your potential  The Hope Floats study: how rats swam 60 hours instead of 15 minutes — and what that means for you  Why your brain is wired to keep you stuck (and how to work with it, not against it)  The difference between sickness and illness — and why 80% of healthcare spending misses the mark  How Daniel Giss underwent a 55-minute surgical procedure with zero anesthesia using only the power of his mind  The fear-pain-fear loop and how it amplifies betrayal trauma  The surprising science of prayer and pain tolerance — even for people with no faith tradition  How placebos work (and why open-label placebos outperform leading medications for IBS)  Why your memories aren't as accurate as you think — and why that's actually good news  The story of Dashrath Manjhi — the man who moved a mountain (literally) for 22 years  Inquiry-based stress reduction and the one question that can unlock everything: "Could the opposite be true?"  The biggest limiting belief holding people back: feeling bad is bad  Dr. Debi shares research from 100,000+ betrayal survivors on the gut-betrayal connection  A powerful story of a woman who healed a 70+ year digestive issue in two weeks of betrayal recovery  Resources Mentioned:  Nir Eyal's website & free 5-minute Belief Change Journal: NirAndFar.com  Beyond Belief by Nir Eyal  Indistractable by Nir Eyal  Hooked by Nir Eyal  The Five Stages of Betrayal Recovery™ — ThePBTInstitute.com  Post Betrayal Syndrome® Assessment — ThePBTInstitute.com  Betrayal to Breakthrough: Live — ThePBTInstitute.com/live  Connect with Nir Eyal:  Website: http://nirandfar.com  LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/nireyal/  Instagram - http://instagram.com/nireyal  Book: Beyond Belief geni.us/beyondbelief  Free belief change guide is here: https://www.nirandfar.com/beyond-belief-live   Bonus content and the 30-Day Belief Transformation Journal is here: https://www.nirandfar.com/beyond-belief     Connect with Dr. Debi Silber:  Instagram: @debisilber  Website: ThePBTInstitute.com  Join Betrayal to Breakthrough: Live: ThePBTInstitute.com/live 

Beliefs change how we see the world, how we experience suffering, and change what we are able to achieve. The defining characteristics of people who achieve their goals are persistence and the belief that they are capable of reaching what they set out to do. Drawing on neuroscience, psychology, and unforgettable case studies, behavioural expert Nir Eyal reveals how the hidden assumptions we carry shape what we see, how we feel, and what we do—and how to replace them with beliefs that expand what's possible. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Do you find yourself constantly checking your phone or email instead of focusing on your most important work? In this squiggly shortcut, Helen shares practical ways to beat distraction and reclaim your attention. Drawing on Nir Eyal's research on becoming indistractable, they explore what it really means to develop this skill, and what your default response to it reveals about you.

A while back I did a video on habit theory and it kind of took on a life of its own, loads of you messaged me about it and it's still one of the most popular videos I've ever done. So when I heard that the expert I spoke to in that video was finally coming to the UK, I knew I needed to make a recording happen. Nir Eyal is an author and lecturer who has spent years studying what makes humans tick, how habits actually form in the brain, why we're all so distracted and what people who achieve extraordinary things actually do differently with their days. Essentially, he's an expert in a lot of the things we love to talk about on this side of the internet. I hope you love the episode! +WHERE TO FIND NIR EYALWebsite: https://www.nirandfar.com/ His book, Beyond Belief: https://www.nirandfar.com/beyond-belief/ His Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nireyal/ +SIGN UP TO THE WORKING HARD NEWSLETTER: https://graceb.myflodesk.com/k0sfhlac34+FOLLOW THE PODCASTInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/workinghardpod/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@workinghardpodcast+DILEMMA SUBMISSIONIf you'd like to submit any dilemmas to the podcast to be answered in the bonus episodes, please send them to podcast@grace-beverley.com with the subject beginning DILEMMAS or DM us @workinghardpod on instagram!+MY LINKS: https://gracebeverley.komi.io/+RETROGRADE, SHREDDY, TALA and THE PRODUCTIVITY METHOD are my own businesses, therefore any mention of them - whilst not being a sponsorship - is monetarily endorsed. As usual, sponsorships do not change my opinions nor my honesty, but I will always disclaim to make sure motives are clear

Most podcast hosts and guests know what to do in order to succeed, but don't consistently follow through or stick with it long-term. Motivation fades, habits slip, and progress stalls. Turns out there's a scientific approach to overcoming these roadblocks! In this Episode, Alex Sanfilippo and Nir Eyal share a 3-step approach to align what you believe with what you want so you follow through when it counts. Get ready to turn your intention into action that will unleash extraordinary results in podcasting and beyond!MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/392Chapters00:00 Introduction to Extraordinary Podcasting Results02:47 The Motivation Triangle: Beliefs, Behavior, and Benefits06:56 Understanding Podfade: The Motivation Dilemma10:11 The Power of Hope and Persistence12:57 The Role of Limiting and Liberating Beliefs13:56 Attention: The Power to See What You Believe20:43 Anticipation: The Power to Feel What You Believe26:59 Agency: The Power to Do What You BelieveTakeawaysMotivation is not a straight line; it involves beliefs.Beliefs shape our reality and influence our actions.The power of hope can significantly increase persistence.Limiting beliefs sap motivation, while liberating beliefs enhance it.Attention allows us to see opportunities that align with our beliefs.Anticipation affects how we feel about challenges and discomfort.Agency is crucial for taking action based on our beliefs.Persistence is a key trait of successful individuals.Changing your relationship with pain can lead to greater success.Beliefs are tools that can be changed to support our goals.MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/392

⛰️ Try Heights Platform, the all-in-one tool for building your online course and community. Start your 30-day free trial → https://www.heightsplatform.com  In this episode, we interview Nir Eyal, New York Times bestselling author of Hooked, Indistractable, and Beyond Belief. Nir's books have sold over 1 million copies in more than 30 languages, and his work has helped millions of people build better habits, control distraction, and change the beliefs that shape their lives.

What if your motivation problem is actually a belief problem?We often assume that knowing what to do and understanding why it matters should be enough to change our behavior. Yet knowledge rarely produces lasting action on its own. The missing ingredient is often the belief that our effort will make a difference.In this episode of The Good Leadership Podcast, Charles Good speaks with Nir Eyal, New York Times bestselling author of Hooked, Indistractable, and his new book, Beyond Belief.Nir explains how beliefs function as working models of reality, shaping what we notice, what we expect, how we feel, and what we ultimately do. Rather than treating beliefs as unquestionable truths or relying on empty positive thinking, he offers a science-backed approach to developing beliefs that are useful, empowering, and open to revision when new evidence emerges.This conversation is not about pretending that obstacles do not exist. It is about developing beliefs that help us see reality more clearly, persist through discomfort, and recognize where our actions can meaningfully influence the outcome.NIR EYAL is a globally recognized authority on behavior change and human potential. His frameworks have empowered millions to build better habits, enhance focus, and unlock greater agency in their lives and work. He is the New York Times bestselling author of the international bestsellers Hooked: How to Build Habit-Forming Products and Indistractable: How to Control Your Attention and Choose Your Life, which have sold over one million copies in more than 30 languages. Hooked was a finalist for the 2014 Goodreads Choice Awards. Indistractable won the 2019 Outstanding Works of Literature (OWL) Award and was named one of the Best Business & Leadership Books of the Year by Amazon, Audible, and The Globe and Mail. His third book, Beyond Belief: The Science-Backed Way to Stop Limiting Yourself and Achieve Breakthrough Results, became an instant New York Times best-seller and reveals how to identify and replace the hidden beliefs that define our limits.His writing has been featured in The New York Times, Harvard Business Review, The Atlantic, and Psychology Today. CHAPTERS00:00 Introduction to Beliefs and Human Performance01:07 Nir Eyal's Background and Work02:12 From Habits to Behavior Change03:38 Why We Don't Do What We Know05:03 Beliefs as the Linchpin of Motivation06:55 What Is a Belief? Fact, Faith, or Tool?07:49 The Three Powers of Belief09:16 Beliefs Filter Our Reality11:09 Seeing Through the Lens of Beliefs13:01 Beliefs and the Perception of Opportunities16:34 Anticipation and Experience Loops20:25 The Power of Expectation in Experience25:39 Beliefs and Behavior: Building Hope28:37 The Role of Limiting and Liberating Beliefs30:22 The Impact of Beliefs on Performance34:58 Pain, Discomfort, and Growth36:56 The Problem With Positive Thinking38:24 Mental Contrasting and Preparing for Obstacles40:06 The Dark Side of Labels and Nocebos42:00 The Power of Expectations and Placebos44:08 Changing Limiting Beliefs for Empowerment45:18 Actionable Steps to Re-Engineer BeliefsSubscribe to The Good Leadership Podcast: [⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠] | [⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠] | [⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠]LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linkedin.com/in/charlesagood⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack Channel (Outlearn to Outperform): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠charlesgood.substack.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn Newsletter (The Outlearn Advantage): [⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠]⁠⁠The Institute for Management Studies

Get the 200+ Page Optimal Living Daily Workbook (PDF) — Free. Want to turn today's episode into an actionable plan? Join the Optimal Living Weekly newsletter and I'll send you our 200-page digital workbook immediately. It's packed with the best takeaways from the show, formatted for easy reading and implementation at home. Get your free PDF workbook here: ⁠⁠https://oldpodcast.eo.page/join⁠ Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 4081: Nir Eyal explains that meaningful friendships are built through shared values, mutual commitment, and intentional investment rather than sheer quantity. Discover how defining what friendship means to you, surrounding yourself with people who support your growth, and making consistent time for your closest relationships can help you feel more connected and less lonely. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.nirandfar.com/quality-over-quantity-of-friends/ Quotes to ponder: “Loneliness has less to do with the number of friends you have, and more to do with how you feel about your friends.” “We don't necessarily need to have the same interests as our friends, but we do need to have values that mesh.” “When it comes to relationships, as with many things in life, consistency is more powerful than intensity.” Episode references: University of Southern California: https://www.usc.edu/ Indistractable: https://www.amazon.com/Indistractable-Control-Your-Attention-Choose/dp/194883653X Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get the 200+ Page Optimal Living Daily Workbook (PDF) — Free. Want to turn today's episode into an actionable plan? Join the Optimal Living Weekly newsletter and I'll send you our 200-page digital workbook immediately. It's packed with the best takeaways from the show, formatted for easy reading and implementation at home. Get your free PDF workbook here: ⁠⁠https://oldpodcast.eo.page/join⁠ Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 4081: Nir Eyal explains that meaningful friendships are built through shared values, mutual commitment, and intentional investment rather than sheer quantity. Discover how defining what friendship means to you, surrounding yourself with people who support your growth, and making consistent time for your closest relationships can help you feel more connected and less lonely. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.nirandfar.com/quality-over-quantity-of-friends/ Quotes to ponder: “Loneliness has less to do with the number of friends you have, and more to do with how you feel about your friends.” “We don't necessarily need to have the same interests as our friends, but we do need to have values that mesh.” “When it comes to relationships, as with many things in life, consistency is more powerful than intensity.” Episode references: University of Southern California: https://www.usc.edu/ Indistractable: https://www.amazon.com/Indistractable-Control-Your-Attention-Choose/dp/194883653X Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get the 200+ Page Optimal Living Daily Workbook (PDF) — Free. Want to turn today's episode into an actionable plan? Join the Optimal Living Weekly newsletter and I'll send you our 200-page digital workbook immediately. It's packed with the best takeaways from the show, formatted for easy reading and implementation at home. Get your free PDF workbook here: ⁠⁠https://oldpodcast.eo.page/join⁠ Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 4081: Nir Eyal explains that meaningful friendships are built through shared values, mutual commitment, and intentional investment rather than sheer quantity. Discover how defining what friendship means to you, surrounding yourself with people who support your growth, and making consistent time for your closest relationships can help you feel more connected and less lonely. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.nirandfar.com/quality-over-quantity-of-friends/ Quotes to ponder: “Loneliness has less to do with the number of friends you have, and more to do with how you feel about your friends.” “We don't necessarily need to have the same interests as our friends, but we do need to have values that mesh.” “When it comes to relationships, as with many things in life, consistency is more powerful than intensity.” Episode references: University of Southern California: https://www.usc.edu/ Indistractable: https://www.amazon.com/Indistractable-Control-Your-Attention-Choose/dp/194883653X Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why do people know exactly what they should do but still fail to take action?Nir Eyal, bestselling author of Beyond Belief and one of the leading voices on behavior design, explores why knowledge alone rarely changes behavior. He explains how belief influences motivation, persistence, and decision-making, introducing practical frameworks that help people recognize limiting beliefs, overcome self-imposed barriers, and create lasting change in both business and life.He discusses why persistence matters more than intelligence, how beliefs shape customer behavior as much as personal behavior, and why marketers, leaders, and business owners should focus on building belief instead of simply providing more information or incentives.The conversation also explores the psychology behind motivation, chronic distraction, perception, prayer, and personal transformation, revealing how changing the stories we tell ourselves can reduce unnecessary suffering while creating greater resilience, stronger relationships, and more meaningful results.What You'll LearnWhy belief matters more than motivationThe missing link between knowledge and actionHow limiting beliefs hold people backA simple framework for changing your beliefsWhy persistence predicts long-term successHow marketers become belief buildersThe difference between pain and sufferingUsing daily rituals to create lasting changeIf you struggle to stay motivated, help clients follow through, or inspire lasting behavior change, you're not alone. This episode explains why belief—not information—is often the missing ingredient. Learn how understanding motivation, perception, and limiting beliefs can improve leadership, marketing, customer success, and personal growth.Learn more about Nir Eyal:Website: https://www.nirandfar.comLink to the book: geni.us/beyondbeliefFree belief change guide is here: www.nirandfar.com/beyond-belief-liveLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/nireyal/ Explore the Fish in the Barrel Analyzer from Video Case Story: https://videocasestory.com/fibResources:● Connect with Ian● Download a Tackle Box!● Supercharge your marketing and grow your business with video case stories today!● Subscribe to the YouTube Channel Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us Fan MailQuit Hiding on Zoom Calls: How to Tell the Difference Between Traction and DistractionDescription:Your calendar is packed with trainings and Zoom calls, and every one of them feels productive. But feeling busy and making progress are two very different things, and sometimes that call is just a comfortable place to hide from the harder work you already know you should be doing.In this episode, Bill Soroka gets honest about the endless parade of trainings, webinars, and Zoom sessions that fill a notary's week, and why not every one of them is meant for you. Some are sales pitches dressed up as education. Some are genuine training you can act on. And some are simply a way to avoid the revenue-generating work that actually grows your business.Drawing on Nir Eyal's framework from Indistractable, Bill breaks down the line between traction, the actions that move you toward your goals, and distraction, the actions that quietly pull you away while still feeling responsible. You will learn why distraction almost never looks like distraction, and why it is really about escaping discomfort more than it is about technology.You will walk away with six questions to run any call through before you give it your time, and one simple test that turns a call from distraction into traction.You are the CEO of your business, and your time is the most valuable resource you have got. This episode is about protecting it.In this episode:The four kinds of calls filling your calendar, and how to tell them apartWhy "feeling busy" is not the same as building your businessThe traction versus distraction line, and the real reason we get distractedSix questions to ask before you stay on any training callThe one implementation habit that changes everythingGo and get it.Connect with Bill and the High Performance Notary community: Website: NotaryCoach.com Community: Skool.com/notary

Three bestselling authors—Nir Eyal, Charles Duhigg, and Chris Voss—join Travis for a powerhouse compilation episode focused on the psychology behind success. From building beliefs that fuel action to mastering meaningful conversations and negotiating with confidence, these world-class experts share practical frameworks that can improve your business, relationships, and decision-making. On this episode we talk about: Why belief—not knowledge—is often the missing ingredient between knowing what to do and actually doing it The hidden reason positive thinking and manifestation can sometimes work against you How great communicators create trust by matching the type of conversation they're having Chris Voss's negotiation tools, including mirroring, labeling, tactical empathy, and strategic silence Practical communication techniques that improve leadership, sales, and everyday relationships Top 3 Takeaways Success isn't just about having the right information—it requires believing both that you can do the work and that the work will produce the desired outcome. The best communicators don't rush to persuade. They first seek to understand by asking thoughtful questions, showing empathy, and matching the emotional context of the conversation. Great negotiators create trust by making people feel heard. Skills like mirroring, labeling emotions, and embracing silence often reveal more information than talking ever could. Notable Quotes "Motivation is not a straight line. Motivation is a triangle." "Successful communication requires having the same kind of conversation at the same moment." "Empathy is demonstrating comprehension—not agreement." Connect with Nir Eyal: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nireyal Website: https://www.nirandfar.com Connect with Charles Duhigg: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlesduhigg Website: https://charlesduhigg.com Connect with Chris Voss: Website: https://www.blackswanltd.com A Word from Our Sponsors: - Visit DrinkAG1.com/TMM to get a free AG1 Travel Case with 7 free AG1Travel Packs in your Welcome Kit with your first AG1 subscription order while supplieslast.  - Go to Leesa.com for 30% OFF select mattresses (through July 12, 2026) PLUS get an extra $50 off with promo code TMM, exclusive for my listeners  - To learn more about Mode Mobile and its investor community, go to https://invest.modemobile.com/travismakesmoney -Travis Makes Money is made possible by High Level – the All-In-One Sales & Marketing Platform built for agencies, by an agency.Capture leads, nurture them, and close more deals—all from one powerful platform.Get an extended free trial at gohighlevel.com/travis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Find me on Substack, search for Bogumil Baranowski. See you there!This month's Unfiltered Coffee finds me recording thoughts from the road after a few weeks of travel that pulled me away from daily news and toward ideas with a longer shelf life. I share reflections from Nir Eyal's book Belief, including the idea that successful people accumulate more losses simply because they try more things, and from Ray Madoff's book Immortality and the Law, which traces how trusts extend the wishes of the dead into the lives of the living — a theme I see playing out more and more with clients and listeners alike.I also revisit familiar ideas from new angles: why rules matter more than exceptions (even when someone's great uncle smoked and lived to 102), why liquidity makes stock ownership fundamentally different from owning a car or a private business, and why AI hasn't sped up the one thing that still can't be rushed in investing — waiting for conviction to pay off. I reflect on value as something constantly exchanged in daily life, not just in markets, and on how removing time constraints and billing pressure can free both investors and professionals to do their best work.I close the episode with a round-up of recent standout conversations — Mike Nicoletti, Jack Schwager and George Coyle, Eric Pachman, and a rebroadcast of the Byron Tully episode on old money rules — plus a personal note on practicing receiving, not just giving, after a month of leaning on friends for help on a few occasions.Podcast Program – Disclosure StatementBlue Infinitas Capital, LLC is a registered investment adviser and the opinions expressed by the Firm's employees and podcast guests on this show are their own and do not reflect the opinions of Blue Infinitas Capital, LLC. All statements and opinions expressed are based upon information considered reliable although it should not be relied upon as such. Any statements or opinions are subject to change without notice.Information presented is for educational purposes only and does not intend to make an offer or solicitation for the sale or purchase of any specific securities, investments, or investment strategies. Investments involve risk and unless otherwise stated, are not guaranteed.

Here's Where to Find Nir: ⬇️  Purchase Beyond Belief: geni.us/beyondbelief  Free belief change guide: www.nirandfar.com/beyond-belief-live  Bonus content and the 30-Day Belief Transformation Journal: nirandfar.com/beyond-belief  Website: http://nirandfar.com  LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/nireyal/  Instagram - http://instagram.com/nireyal  Previous books: Hooked: geni.us/hooked I ndistractable: geni.us/Indistractable

Starting with a simple mountain biking example ("I'm bad at left corners") the conversation expands into a much deeper discussion about ADHD, fear, confidence, labels, self-concept, and why what comes after the words "I am" may shape your future more than you realize. Sometimes the biggest breakthroughs begin when we stop saying "This is who I am" and start saying "This is what I'm learning."Because the thing is, many of us carry labels we've repeated for years:"I have ADHD.""I'm not confident.""I'm bad at this.""I'm just an anxious person.""I'm not athletic.""I've always been this way."But what if some of those labels have quietly become limitations? In this final part of my conversation with bestselling author Nir Eyal (Hooked, Indistractable, Beyond Belief), we explore the powerful connection between identity, self-belief, and human potential. Nir shares his own experience with ADHD and explains why diagnoses, labels, and personality traits can sometimes become self-fulfilling prophecies that keep us stuck, because they can narrow what we believe is possible.

Check out BeerBiceps SkillHouse Courses Here - https://linktr.ee/bbskillhouseFor all BeerBiceps vlog content Watch Life Of BeerBiceps - https://www.youtube.com/@LifeOfBeerBicepsDownload my meditation and wellness app, Swa:aha.https://app.level.game/?c=zSbmYnShare your guest suggestions hereMail - connect@beerbiceps.comLink - https://forms.gle/aoMHY9EE3Cg3Tqdx9Follow BeerBiceps SkillHouse's Social Media Handles:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BeerBicepsSkillHouseInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/beerbiceps_skillhouseWebsite : https://beerbicepsskillhouse.inFor any other queries EMAIL: support@beerbicepsskillhouse.comIn case of any payment-related issues, kindly write to support@tagmango.comFollow Nir Eyal's Social Media Handles:-Instagram: http://instagram.com/nireyalLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nireyal/Website: http://nirandfar.comGet Nir Eyal's Books Here:- https://www.amazon.in/s?k=nir+eyal&crid=1QLFAO9BM9YY6&sprefix=nir+ey%2Caps%2C210&ref=nb_sb_ss_fb_1_6_mvt-t11-rankerIn this 518th episode of The Ranveer Show, we are joined by Nir Eyal, bestselling author of Hooked, Indistractable, and Beyond Belief, to explore the psychology of distraction, habits, self-belief, and lasting personal transformation.In this conversation with Nir Eyal, we talk about why distraction begins from within, the difference between traction and distraction, and how limiting beliefs silently shape our lives. We discuss the impact of AI and short-form content on the human mind, the science behind motivation, and why beliefs not information are the missing link between knowing what to do and actually doing it.This episode also covers scrolling addiction, po*nography, alcohol, cannabis, food, productivity, quitting vs persistence, hope, prayer, neuroscience, and the powerful frameworks Nir uses to overcome internal triggers and build an indistractable life. We also dive into liberating beliefs, emotional resilience, and how to transform struggle into growth without turning it into suffering.This podcast is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Behavioral Psychology, Productivity, Habit Formation, Self-Belief, Mental Performance, Focus, Personal Growth, Leadership, Neuroscience, and Building an Indistractable Life.00:00 – A Podcast That Could Change How You Think03:20 – Is AI Rewiring Your Brain?06:47 – Why Your Brain Loves Bad News11:56 – Why Focus Is Harder Than Ever13:16 – Can You Reinvent Yourself?14:50 – The Biggest Challenge Facing Young Generations17:18 – Progress Vs Distraction26:32 – Hope vs Talent30:18 – How To Quit Smartly38:23 – Dealing With Criticism, Fame & Self-Doubt40:41 – How Your Beliefs Shape Reality42:54 – The Belief That's Holding You Back53:50 – Turning Pain Into Purpose59:36 – One Mindset Shift That Changes Everything1:04:40 – Responsibility vs. Happiness1:07:58 – The Story You Need to Tell Yourself1:12:40 – Building Unshakable Self-Belief1:17:25 – Can Prayer Improve Mental Health?1:24:12 – A Smarter Way to Pray1:26:47 – The Biggest Takeaways

What if the way we've always led is no longer enough for the world we're leading in now? In this episode, Kevin talks with Claire Brumby about why leaders need to "forget normal" and embrace a more human and intuitive approach to leadership. Claire introduces her MAGIC framework—mindset, awakening, gumption, intuition, and charisma. She explains how each element helps leaders reconnect with who they are, challenge limiting beliefs, take meaningful action, listen to their inner wisdom, and show up with authentic confidence. Kevin and Claire discuss why mindset is the foundation for growth, how self-compassion helps leaders better understand others, and why intuition is not "woo-woo" but a practical leadership advantage when paired with strategy. Listen For 00:00 Introduction 01:43 Meet Claire Brumby 03:04 Why Claire Wrote Forget Normal, I Want Magic 04:39 Why Leadership Needs a New Framework 06:11 What MAGIC Means 07:14 Why the Five MAGIC Pillars Matter 10:53 Charisma as a Learnable Skill 14:22 Mindset and Limiting Beliefs 18:11 Sacred Self-Compassion and Awakening 20:22 Balancing Intuition and Strategy 25:12 Bringing MAGIC Into Organizations 26:34 What Claire Is Reading 27:09 Where to Learn More About Claire 29:06 Closing Claire's Story: Claire Brumby is the author of The Winning Mix and her new book, Forget Normal – I Want Magic: 5 Rules of Leadership. She is an internationally respected keynote speaker, award-winning entrepreneur, leadership coach and trainer who helps organisations and ambitious leaders unlock confidence, clarity, and high performance in a rapidly changing world. Claire founded a healthy snacking FMCG brand and grew it from a kitchen-table idea into a multi-award-winning brand, later pitching on BBC Dragons' Den. Claire is the creator of the MAGIC Framework™ (Mindset, Awakening, Gumption, Intuition and Charisma) – a modern leadership model designed to move beyond outdated, control-led ways of working and lead with courage, connection, and intuition alongside strategy. She is an ICF-trained leadership coach, NLP Practitioner and mentor. Looking to Develop Stronger Leaders? Want help developing the leaders in your organization? Reach out to explore how the Kevin Eikenberry Group can support your team at info@kevineikenberry.com.  Book Recommendations The Winning Mix by Claire Brumby Forget Normal I Want Magic by Claire Brumby The Signs by Tara Swart  Beyond Belief by Nir Eyal and Julie Li  Like this? Understanding the Success Mindsets with Ryan Gottfredson The Mindsets That Separate the Best Leaders with Vikram Malhotra Five Mindsets to Lead Well with Paula Davis Join Our Community If you want to view our live podcast episodes, hear about new releases, or chat with others who enjoy this podcast join one of our communities below. Join the Facebook Group Join the LinkedIn Group   Leave a Review If you liked this conversation, we'd be thrilled if you'd let others know by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. Here's a quick guide for posting a review. Review on Apple: https://remarkablepodcast.com/itunes    Podcast Better! Sign up with Libsyn and get up to 2 months free! Use promo code: RLP  

What if the biggest thing holding you back is a belief you've never questioned? In this special interview (part 2 of 3) with bestselling author Nir Eyal (Hooked, Indistractable, Beyond Belief), we move from understanding beliefs to learning how to change them.Many of us can recognize limiting beliefs:"I'm too old.""I'm not good at this.""I don't have time.""I'll never get better."But once you've identified a limiting belief, what do you do next?In this episode, Nir shares the most powerful mindset exercise I've ever learned—a simple but profound framework for questioning the stories that create suffering and keep us stuck.Using real-life examples, including a story about his own mother, Nir explains how to uncover hidden assumptions, challenge long-held beliefs, and replace them with beliefs that create more freedom, motivation, and possibility.

What if the only thing holding you back isn't a lack of discipline—but a belief you don't even know you have?In this episode, bestselling author Nir Eyal (Hooked, Indistractable, Beyond Belief) breaks down the science of limiting beliefs and reveals why positive thinking alone won't get you unstuck. If you've ever wanted to show up on video, grow your business on social media, or finally take action on goals you keep putting off—this conversation is for you.Whether you're a business owner afraid to post on LinkedIn, a real estate agent who wants to start making videos, or an entrepreneur stuck in analysis paralysis—this episode gives you a practical, science-backed system to change your beliefs and finally take action.

There's one thing that all of Helena's personal projects have in common: they remain unfinished. The family photo album is empty, as is her mom's recipe book. And the lavender garden is still unplanted. Helena is not lazy. In fact, she's a busy lawyer who has no problem finishing tasks at the office. But she's also a busy mother raising a family, and free time is hard to come by. So how can Helena banish her distractions? On this episode of How To!, the first in a two-part series on time management, we talk to Nir Eyal, author of Indistractable: How To Control Your Attention and Choose Your Life. Nir used to be just as distracted as Helena, but then he figured out some tricks to break free from his stray thoughts. He explains why procrastination isn't a sign of laziness, it's a sign of discomfort. And why it's more important to address your feelings than silence your push notifications.  If you liked this episode, check out: "How To Stop Procrastinating" and make sure to tune in next week to learn how to set the perfect deadline. 

In my recent conversation with Nir Eyal, a best-selling author and behavioral expert, we delved into the nature of beliefs, underscoring how they are neither facts nor fixed. Nir shared an enlightening perspective on how beliefs can be either limiting or liberating. It's fascinating to learn how our minds can be both our greatest allies and our heaviest burdens when clinging to outdated beliefs. The takeaway? We have the power to rewire our perception and shift those beliefs, treating them as tools rather than truths, which allows us to nurture motivation and reduce suffering. Applying this idea to everyday life, I find it empowering to tackle the "muck"—those sticky areas where we feel stuck—by reassessing my beliefs. It resonates with how I coach women to see their identities dynamically. This is a gentle reminder to all of us: let's hold our identities lightly and focus on who we want to become. Nir's book, guide, journal, website, Instagram Preorder Sticky Habits book today! Join the Book Launch Committee for behind-the-scenes and first peeks at all things book. Join the Supporters Club to keep About Progress around for good. Get the free DSL Training. Get 50% off last year's More for Moms All-Access Pass with code LISTENER at checkout. First episode with Nir on distraction: https://www.aboutprogress.com/blog/how-to-become-indistractable Get your AquaTru water purifier with the discount code “MONICA.”  Get your teen Knix with code “PROGRESS.” Go to Quince for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Leave an Amazon Rating or Review for my New York Times Bestselling book, Make Money Easy! Check out the full episode: https://greatness.lnk.to/1097DM Nir Eyal delves into a comprehensive exploration of transformative habits that have the potential to bring about significant and positive changes in your life. With a focus on practical and actionable strategies, Eyal covers various areas, including productivity, concentration, and overall well-being. By providing valuable insights, he offers listeners a detailed roadmap for incorporating these habits into their daily routines, fostering a holistic approach to personal growth and life improvement. The episode serves as a practical guide for those seeking tangible and enduring positive changes in their lives through intentional habit formation. Sign up for the Greatness newsletter! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Liane Davey: Thoughtload For the past 25 years, Liane Davey has researched and advised teams on how to achieve high performance. She is the author of You First and The Good Fight and is a regular contributor to Harvard Business Review. She is the author of the new book Thoughtload: Manage the Madness and Free Your Team to Do Great Work (Amazon, Bookshop)*. We all love to hate our task lists. However, we can do a lot better with just a bit of strategy. In this conversation, Liane and I explore how to make our task list work for us instead of against us. Key Points Often it's not really the workload that's crushing – it's more so the thinking about all the workload. That's what thoughtload is. The problem with a to-do list is that everything goes on it. Thus, to-do lists are terrible for managing your attention. Instead of one task list, keep a limited amount of tasks on three priority lists. Category 1 list: your most important outputs and outcomes. Category 2 list: what you do to help others achieve their most significant outcomes. Category 3 list: administrative stuff. Four questions determine what gets on your lists: Important (an activity that will add value to a key output or outcome)? Urgent (something with growing negative consequences if you wait)? Targeted (a task that no one can do as efficiently or effectively as you)? Essential (core to creating the critical value, not just a nice-to-have)? Resources Mentioned Thoughtload: Manage the Madness and Free Your Team to Do Great Work by Liane Davey (Amazon, Bookshop)* Interview Notes Download my interview notes in PDF format (free membership required). Related Episodes The Scientific Secrets of Daily Scheduling, with Daniel Pink (episode 332) Align Your Calendar to What Matters, with Nir Eyal (episode 431) How to Take Back Your Evenings, with Guy Winch (episode 783) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic. To accelerate your learning, uncover more inside Coaching for Leaders Plus.

As I reflect on 2020 in celebration of About Progress turning 10, I'm reminded of how the global pandemic altered life as we knew it, personally affecting our family with immediate, life-altering decisions. Looking back, I'm proud of how I showed up for my community, even when navigating difficult discussions online about race and politics. Behind the mic, 2020 was both a professional boon and a personal gauntlet. Despite the upheavals, I remain grateful for the thriving support of my community and the success of Podcast University, proof that confronting discomfort can lead to profound opportunities. While I continue to balance openness with privacy, the common thread remains—curiosity and connection, the fuel of our shared journey on About Progress. Old episodes to support: Interviews with Arielle Estoria, Nir Eyal, Brooke Snow, Jasmine Bradshaw, and Kolbie Blume, What to do When You Don't Know What to do About Racism  ⁠Get the Best Summer Ever Workshop at half-off⁠ old pricing!  ⁠Preorder Sticky Habits ⁠book today! Join the ⁠Book Launch Committee⁠ for behind-the-scenes and first peeks at all things book. Join the ⁠Supporters Club⁠ to keep About Progress around for good.  ⁠Get the free DSL Training⁠. Get your ⁠AirDoctor purifie⁠r for up to $300 off with the discount code “MONICA.”  Get your teen ⁠Knix⁠ with code “PROGRESS.” Go to ⁠Quince⁠ for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

898. We're drowning in information, advice, and self-help — so why do we still feel stuck? Returning guest Nir Eyal, author of the new bestseller "Beyond Belief," explains the motivation triangle most people are missing and why your brain is actively working against change. In a rare unscripted moment, Nir walks Rachel through an inquiry-based coaching exercise that surfaces a limiting belief she's been carrying for decades — and the conversation takes a turn neither of them expected.Nir Eyal's book, "Beyond Belief"Modern Mentor is a Quick and Dirty Tips Podcast, hosted by Rachel Cooke!Find more from Rachel at LeadAboveNoise.com.Have a question for Modern Mentor? Email: modernmentor@quickanddirtytips.com Discover more from Modern Mentor!FacebookLinkedInNewsletterTranscripts available on your podcast app or QuickandDirtyTips.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Guy Winch: Mind Over Grind Guy Winch is a psychologist and bestselling author who advocates for integrating the science of emotional health into our daily lives. His TED talks have attracted over 35 million views, and his books have been translated into more than 30 languages. He is co-host of the Ambie-nominated Dear Therapists podcast and the author of the book Mind Over Grind: How to Break Free When Work Hijacks Your Life (Amazon, Bookshop)*. Some of our parents got to work in the morning, put in a full day, and then by dinner time, didn't think about work or do it until the next morning. That's not reality for a lot of us today, so in this conversation, Guy and I explore what you can do to take back your evenings. Key Points Most work stress isn't experienced at work. Healthy thinking is intentional and leads us somewhere useful. Unhealthy thinking (rumination) isn't intentional and tends to repeat the same script. It feels more like unpaid work. To interrupt rumination outside of work, first label it and then associate it with disgust, disdain, and annoyance. Treat it like you would a skunk sitting next to you on the couch. Rituals help our brains make a distinction between time to work and time to recover. Rituals are most powerful when they invoke one or more of our five senses to signal a shift to our brains. Often we think of relaxation and recovery the same way our grandparents did who often did more manual work. Work today tends to be more mental and emotional, so indexing on ways to engage physically during recovery times is helpful. Rather than just assuming that doing nothing, sitting on a beach, or seeing the sights is the best vacation, consider engaging in the things you love that you normally don't get to do. Resources Mentioned Mind Over Grind: How to Break Free When Work Hijacks Your Life by Guy Winch (Amazon, Bookshop)* Interview Notes Download my interview notes in PDF format (free membership required). Related Episodes Align Your Calendar to What Matters, with Nir Eyal (episode 431) What to Do With Your Feelings, with Lori Gottlieb (episode 438) How High Achievers Begin to Find Balance, with Michael Hyatt (episode 522) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic. To accelerate your learning, uncover more inside Coaching for Leaders Plus.

This is a must-listen for everyone who needs to get out of their own head and make forward progress. Coach Liz Waterstraat shares wisdom and take-away lessons gleaned from Beyond Belief: The Science-Backed Way to Stop Limiting Yourself and Achieve Breakthrough Results by Nir Eyal with Julie Li. In the conversation with host Sarah Bowen Shea, Coach Liz explains that beliefs aren't facts; the effect anticipation has on physical capabilities; and the importance of stacking small wins. And she drops a scientifically backed shocker about the deleterious effects of hitting snooze!Momentous: Use code AMR for up to 35% off your first order at https://www.livemomentous.com/Wahoo Kickr Run: Use the code FEISTY2026 to get a free Headwind Smart Fan (value $300) with the purchase of a Wahoo KICKR RUN at https://shorturl.at/WVhdr Join AMR at the Grand Traverse in Duluth, MN on October 3rd! Use code AMR20 for $20 off when you register at https://feisty.co/events/the-grand-traverse/Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themotherrunner/

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 4009: Nir Eyal explores why so many people fear solitude and how constant distractions can deepen feelings of loneliness instead of relieving them. By learning to sit with discomfort, schedule intentional alone time, and understand your internal triggers, you can build stronger self-awareness, healthier relationships, and greater emotional independence. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.nirandfar.com/how-to-embrace-being-alone/ Quotes to ponder: “Building the capacity to be alone probably makes your interactions with others richer. Because you're bringing to the relationship a person who's actually got stuff going on inside and isn't just a connector circuit that only thrives off of others.” “You don't have to believe everything you think.” “It's a curious truth that when you gently pay attention to negative emotions, they tend to dissipate, but positive ones expand.” Episode references: Indistractable: https://www.amazon.com/Indistractable-Control-Your-Attention-Choose/dp/194883653X The Comfort Crisis: https://www.amazon.com/Comfort-Crisis-Embrace-Discomfort-Reclaim/dp/0593138767 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices