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Most people assume that aging means inevitable decline—but health and mindset can tell a different story. At 53, Steven Kotler set out to defy the so-called “long slow rot” of aging by learning how to park ski, a feat most experts believed was biologically impossible past 35. Along the way, he uncovered that many of our mental and physical abilities are “use-it-or-lose-it” skills—ones we can actively train to extend performance, youthfulness, and joy. In this episode, Steven shares the science behind peak performance aging, how mindset shapes longevity, and why dynamic challenges like action sports may be the secret to staying young and profiting. In this episode, Hala and Steven will discuss: (00:00) Introduction (01:22) The Inspiration Behind Studying Peak Performance (02:25) Debunking the Long Slow Rot Theory (04:16) Use It or Lose It: Physical Skills (06:54) The Importance of Dynamic Activities (16:57) Mindset and Aging (21:29) Overcoming Personal Traumas (27:59) Fluid vs. Crystallized Intelligence (32:43) Advancements in Regenerative Medicine (34:07) Learning and Cognitive Health (34:52) Three Types of Thinking for Better Aging (35:42) Business Opportunities in Hiring Older Adults (37:20) The Importance of Physical and Mental Activity (42:07) The Power of Authentic Learning (50:51) Insights from the Blue Zones (56:33) The Role of Flow in Aging and Performance Steven Kotler is a New York Times bestselling author, an award-winning journalist, and the Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective. He is one of the world's leading experts on human performance. Steven is the author of 11 bestsellers (out of fourteen books), including The Art of Impossible and The Future is Faster Than You Think. His work has been nominated for two Pulitzer Prizes, translated into over 50 languages, and has appeared in over 100 publications, including the New York Times Magazine, Wired, Atlantic Monthly, Wall Street Journal, TIME, and the Harvard Business Review. In his latest book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad, Steven tests his knowledge and theories on his own aging body in a quest to become an expert skier at age 53. Sponsored By: Indeed - Get a $75 sponsored job credit at indeed.com/profiting Shopify - Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at youngandprofiting.co/shopify Microsoft Teams - Stop paying for tools. Get everything you need, for free at aka.ms/profiting Mercury - Streamline your banking and finances in one place. Learn more at mercury.com/profiting OpenPhone: Streamline and scale your customer communications with OpenPhone. Get 20% off your first 6 months at openphone.com/profiting Mercury - Streamline your banking and finances in one place. Learn more at mercury.com/profiting  Airbnb - Find yourself a co-host at airbnb.com/host Active Deals - youngandprofiting.com/deals       Key YAP Links Reviews - ratethispodcast.com/yap  Youtube - youtube.com/c/YoungandProfiting  LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/htaha/  Instagram - instagram.com/yapwithhala/  Social + Podcast Services - yapmedia.com   Transcripts - youngandprofiting.com/episodes-new  Entrepreneurship, entrepreneurship podcast, Business, Business podcast, Self Improvement, Self-Improvement, Personal development, Starting a business, Strategy, Investing, Sales, Selling, Psychology, Productivity, Entrepreneurs, AI, Artificial Intelligence, Technology, Marketing, Negotiation, Money, Finance, Side hustle, Startup, mental health, Career, Leadership, Mindset, Health, Growth mindset, Mental Health, Health, Psychology, Wellness, Biohacking, Motivation, Mindset, Manifestation, Productivity, Brain Health, Life Balance, Self Healing, Positivity, Happiness, Sleep, Diet

When Steven Kotler was a kid, he was skinny, klutzy, and often the last guy picked for any team or athletic contest. Steven spent a lot of his childhood losing fights to jocks. At 53 years old, he decided to conquer his past shame and push his own aging body past preconceived limits. In this episode, Steven discusses how to navigate peak performance as we age and how to keep our use-it-or-lose-it skills. He will also dispel myths about the aging brain and give insight on how to always stay young and profiting!  In this episode, Hala and Steven will discuss:  (00:00) Introduction (01:30) Debunking the "Long Slow Rot" Theory (02:53) Stradivarius and the Myth of Aging (03:59) "Use It or Lose It": The Secret to Preserving Skills (05:59) Learning Park Skiing at 53 (06:59) Why Old Dogs Can Learn New Tricks (12:16) Outdoor Challenges That Boost Performance (15:55) Mastering New Skills at Any Age (19:00) Social Connections as an Aging Superpower (23:30) Forgiveness as an Anti-Aging Tool (29:44) Fluid vs. Crystallized Intelligence Explained (33:02) Lessons in Flow from a Dog Sanctuary (36:21) The Power of Cross-Generational Friendships (44:26) Lifelong Learning: The Ultimate Advantage (52:29) What Blue Zones Reveal About Thriving (58:10) Flow State: Aging's Greatest Ally Steven Kotler is a New York Times bestselling author, an award-winning journalist, and the Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective. He is one of the world's leading experts on human performance. Steven is the author of several bestselling books. His work has been nominated for two Pulitzer Prizes, translated into over 50 languages, and has appeared in over 100 publications, including the New York Times Magazine, Wired, Atlantic Monthly, Wall Street Journal, TIME, and the Harvard Business Review.  Connect with Steven: Steven's Website: https://www.stevenkotler.com/ Steven's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steven-kotler-4305b110/ Steven's Twitter: https://twitter.com/steven_kotler Steven's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevenkotler/ Sponsored By: Fundrise - Add the Fundrise Flagship Fund to your portfolio in minutes at https://fundrise.com/PROFITING  Found - Try Found for FREE at https://found.com/profiting  Mint Mobile - To get a new 3-month premium wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month, go to https://mintmobile.com/profiting  Working Genius - Get 20% off the $25 Working Genius assessment at https://www.workinggenius.com/ with code PROFITING at checkout Shopify - Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://youngandprofiting.co/shopify    Indeed - Get a $75 job credit at https://indeed.com/profiting    Teachable - Claim your free month of their Pro paid plan at https://teachable.com/profiting Airbnb - Your home might be worth more than you think. Find out how much at airbnb.com/host Resources Mentioned: Flow Research Collective Radio: https://www.stevenkotler.com/radio  Flow Research Collective: https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/zero-to-dangerous/overview Steven's book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad: https://www.amazon.com/Gnar-Country-Growing-Old-Staying/dp/0063272903 LinkedIn Secrets Masterclass, Have Job Security For Life: Use code ‘podcast' for 30% off at yapmedia.io/course. Top Tools and Products of the Month: https://youngandprofiting.com/deals/  More About Young and Profiting Download Transcripts - youngandprofiting.com Get Sponsorship Deals - youngandprofiting.com/sponsorships Leave a Review - ratethispodcast.com/yap Watch Videos - youtube.com/c/YoungandProfiting   Follow Hala Taha LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/htaha/ Instagram - instagram.com/yapwithhala/ TikTok - tiktok.com/@yapwithhala Twitter - twitter.com/yapwithhala   Learn more about YAP Media's Services - yapmedia.io/

Flow refers to the state of being completely immersed in an activity. It is defined as a mental state in which a person's full attention is held by a single task while enjoying the process. It is a level of consciousness where you are most comfortable and performs at your best. An individual experiencing flow can be said to be completely absorbed in what they are doing, with a resulting transformation in their perception of time. Steven Kotler, New York Times bestselling author, award-winning journalist, and the Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective, joins us to give us a sneak peek into his upcoming book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad, where he shares his personal experiences pushing himself beyond preconceived limits.  In this episode, Darius and Steven talk about park skiing, the psychology behind flow state and its benefits, and how to reach peak performance. They also tackle how having a positive aging mindset can slow down the effects of getting older. Topics include: How Steven got into writing and journalism Steven gives a sneak peek into his book Gnar Country What park skiing is all about Five major intrinsic internal motivators What is a flow state and what are its benefits Steven explains what “ghost dog” means What does peak performance look like Steven explains why grit is a limited resource Embodied cognition and its applications The benefits of having a positive aging mindset And other topics… Resources mentioned: Gnar Country: www.gnarcountry.com The Art of Impossible: https://www.amazon.com/Art-Impossible-Peak-Performance-Primer/dp/0062977539  Connect with Steven: Website: www.stevenkotler.com  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevenkotler/  Connect with Darius: Website: https://therealdarius.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusmirshahzadeh/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imthedarius/ YouTube: https://therealdarius.com/youtube Book: The Core Value Equation https://www.amazon.com/Core-Value-Equation-Framework-Limitless/dp/1544506708 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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In this enlightening episode of Flow Research Collective Radio, host Ryan Wilkes, Chief of Staff at FRC, joins forces with Steven Kotler, Executive Director of Flow Research Collective, to engage in a profound discussion with Dr. Michael Gervais, a world-renowned high-performance psychologist. The conversation delves into the intricate relationship between personal identity and performance, shedding light on how individuals and organizations can transcend traditional paradigms of success. Dr. Gervais, whose expertise spans across various high-performance domains, shares invaluable insights from his new book, "The First Rule of Mastery: Stop Worrying About What People Think of You". He explores the concept of 'performance identity', illustrating how societal pressures often tether our sense of self-worth to our achievements. Kotler and Gervais candidly discuss their personal journeys, revealing how they navigated the challenging waters of professional and personal expectations. A key focus of the episode is the transformative power of purpose-driven identity. Dr. Gervais emphasizes that true mastery and fulfillment stem not from external validation but from aligning one's actions with deeper, intrinsic values. This shift from performance-based to purpose-based living, although challenging, paves the way for more authentic and sustainable success. Listeners are treated to a rich tapestry of anecdotes, scientific insights, and practical wisdom. The episode does more than just inform; it invites a reevaluation of one's approach to performance, success, and life. It's an essential listen for anyone aspiring to break free from the constraints of societal expectations and embark on a journey towards genuine self-mastery and fulfillment. Remember to subscribe, share, and leave your feedback for the Flow Research Collective Radio. Dive into Dr. Gervais's work through the resources linked in our show notes. Join us next time as we continue to explore the depths of human potential on Flow Research Collective Radio. ORDER DR. GERVAIS NEW BOOK HERE: The First Rule of Mastery: Stop Worrying About What People Think of You. https://findingmastery.com/book/ RESOURCES LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmichaelgervais/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaelgervais/ Website: https://findingmastery.com/ Flow Research Collective's Social Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flowresearchcollective Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flowresearchcollective Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flowresearchcollective YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@flowresearchcollective Twitter: https://twitter.com/thefrc_official Website: https://www.flowresearchcollective.com Steven Kotler, the founder and executive director of the Flow Research Collective, is one of the world's leading experts on human peak performance. He is an award-winning journalist and an author with over ten bestselling books. Some of his works include: The Art of Impossible, The Future is Faster Than You Think, The Rise of Superman, Stealing Fire, and so much more! Look out for his latest upcoming book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad, where he debunks the old myths about aging and how you can boost your longevity through flow!

TODAY´S EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE FLOW RESEARCH COLLECTIVE Are you an entrepreneur, a leader, or a knowledge worker, who wants to harness the power of flow so you can get more done in less time with greater ease and accomplish your boldest professional goals faster? If you´ve answered this question with “hell yes” then our peak-performance training Zero to Dangerous may be a good fit for you. If this sounds interesting to you all you need to do is click the link below right now, pop in your application and one of our team members will be in touch with you very soon. https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/zero-to-dangerous/overview   ABOUT THE GUEST: Steven Kotler, a renowned New York Times bestselling author, a peak performance expert, and the Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective joins the sought-after coach, and highly-rated speaker Steve D Sims. Steve D Sims is also a best-selling author and the host of The Art of Making Things Happen with Steve D Sims podcast.   In this podcast episode, you'll get a firsthand look at Steven Kotler's book "Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad." Steven Kotler shares the challenging activities that facilitate lifelong peak performance, the importance of socialization, and how introverts can achieve their peak potential. Tune in as he also discusses the profound impact of technology on social interaction and the aging process.    Watch this episode in full and learn how to perform at your best!   ABOUT THE EPISODE:  In this episode, you will learn about: 00:00 - Intro 01:19 - The Inspiration for Writing Gnar Country 04:01 - Difference of Peak Performance in your 30s and 50s 06:05 - Challenging Activities for Lifelong Peak Performance 08:45 - The Power of Socialization 13:09 - Peak Performance for Introverts 20:34 - Tech's Impact on Social Interaction & Aging 26:11 - The Wisdom of Textbooks and Novels   RESOURCES LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevedsims/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/stevedsims Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevedsims/?hl=en Website: https://www.stevedsims.com/ Flow Research Collective's Social Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flowresearchcollective Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flowresearchcollective Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flowresearchcollective TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@achieveflow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/RiseofSuperman Twitter: https://twitter.com/thefrc_official Website: https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/ Apple podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/flow-research-collective-radio/id1520229508 Spotify podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6RQY0d5rdlEiinHEtfWy6A   Steven Kotler, the founder and executive director of the Flow Research Collective, is one of the world's leading experts on human peak performance. He is an award-winning journalist and an author with over ten bestselling books.   Some of his works include: The Art of Impossible, The Future is Faster Than You Think, The Rise of Superman, Stealing Fire, and so much more! Look out for his latest upcoming book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad, where he debunks the old myths about aging and how you can boost your longevity through flow!

TODAY´S EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE FLOW RESEARCH COLLECTIVE Are you an entrepreneur, a leader, or a knowledge worker, who wants to harness the power of flow so you can get more done in less time with greater ease and accomplish your boldest professional goals faster? If you´ve answered this question with “hell yes” then our peak-performance training Zero to Dangerous may be a good fit for you. If this sounds interesting to you all you need to do is click the link below right now, pop in your application and one of our team members will be in touch with you very soon. https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/zero-to-dangerous/overview?utm_source=social&utm_medium=pod&utm_campaign=better-aging-experience-podcast   ABOUT THE GUEST: In this episode of Flow Research Collective Podcast, we have a fascinating conversation with Paul Austin, the founder and CEO of Third Wave, a platform that educates people on the benefits of microdosing psychedelics. Paul is joined by Steven Kotler, the executive director of Flow Research Collective, and a bestselling author and human performance expert.   They talk about how to use flow states and psychedelics to enhance your creativity, wisdom, and well-being, especially as you age. They also discuss the framework of adult development, the historical context of flow, and the role of action sports in aging.   You don't want to miss this episode!     ABOUT THE EPISODE:  In this episode, you will learn about: 00:00  Intro 03:05  The Motivation Behind Gnar Country 11:03  The Framework of Adult Development 17:47  Decoding Flow from Theory to Practice 23:20  The Historical Context of Flow 32:54  Altered States, Altered Traits 39:05  Unlocking Wisdom and Creativity in Aging 55:14  Action Sports and Aging 59:01  Diverse Paths to Lifelong Flow   RESOURCES Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paulaustin3w/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-f-austin/ Website: https://www.paulaustin.co/    Flow Research Collective's Social Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flowresearchcollective Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flowresearchcollective Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flowresearchcollective TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@achieveflow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/RiseofSuperman Twitter: https://twitter.com/thefrc_official Website: https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/ Apple podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/flow-research-collective-radio/id1520229508 Spotify podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6RQY0d5rdlEiinHEtfWy6A   Steven Kotler, the founder and executive director of the Flow Research Collective, is one of the world's leading experts on human peak performance. He is an award-winning journalist and an author with over ten bestselling books.   Some of his works include: The Art of Impossible, The Future is Faster Than You Think, The Rise of Superman, Stealing Fire, and so much more! Look out for his latest upcoming book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad, where he debunks the old myths about aging and how you can boost your longevity through flow!

In Season 3, Episode 1, Dr. Marc Bubbs interviews Steven Kotler, a New York Times-bestselling author, an award-winning journalist and the founder and executive director of the Flow Research Collective.   Steven is one of the world's leading experts on peak performance ageing and he explores this in his new book Gnar Country, Growing Old and Staying Rad.   LINKS TO STEVEN WORK: Website: https://www.stevenkotler.com/ Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/steven_kotler   FOLLOW DR BUBBS: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbubbs/ Twitter: twitter.com/DrBubbs​​​​​​​ Website: DrBubbs.com   BOOKS: PEAK40: The New Science of Midlife Health for a Leaner, Stronger Body and Sharper Mind

TODAY´S EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE FLOW RESEARCH COLLECTIVE Are you an entrepreneur, a leader, or a knowledge worker, who wants to harness the power of flow so you can get more done in less time with greater ease and accomplish your boldest professional goals faster? If you´ve answered this question with “hell yes” then our peak-performance training Zero to Dangerous may be a good fit for you. If this sounds interesting to you all you need to do is click the link below right now, pop in your application and one of our team members will be in touch with you very soon. https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/zero-to-dangerous/overview   ABOUT THE GUEST: Steven Kotler is a New York Times bestselling author, award-winning journalist, and peak performance expert. Today, he joins Angela Foster, the host of High Performance Health Podcast and creator of BioSyncing, Biohacking High Performance For Women.   In this episode of the Flow Research Collective Podcast, Steven Kotler and Angela Foster discuss the science of flow and how you can use it to boost your productivity. They talk about the four states of flow, how to avoid too much grit, and the importance of sleep and active recovery. They also discuss Steven's views on nootropics.   This episode is for anyone who wants to learn how to boost their productivity. It is especially relevant for entrepreneurs, business leaders, and anyone who wants to get more done in less time. Tune in now and discover the blueprint for 500% more productivity!     ABOUT THE EPISODE:  In this episode, you will learn about: 00:00 Intro 02:10 Putting the theory to test 06:38 Key to 500% More Productivity 09:35 These show up when in Flow 14:06 The 4 State Cycle of Flow 26:34 Why we need to avoid too much grit   34:51 Optimizing Work & Exercise for Maximum Productivity 41:30 Embracing Micro Flow and Navigating Self-Expectation  49:23 Importance of Sleep and Active Recovery 55:14 Steven's views about Nootropics    RESOURCES Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AngelaFosterPerformance/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/angelasfoster/?hl=en  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7ygt0Kro_Mqax2nLtz-yqQ  Website https://angelafosterperformance.com/  Flow Research Collective's Social Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flowresearchcollective Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flowresearchcollective Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flowresearchcollective TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@achieveflow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/RiseofSuperman Twitter: https://twitter.com/thefrc_official Website: https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/ Apple podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/flow-research-collective-radio/id1520229508 Spotify podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6RQY0d5rdlEiinHEtfWy6A   Steven Kotler, the founder and executive director of the Flow Research Collective, is one of the world's leading experts on human peak performance. He is an award-winning journalist and an author with over ten bestselling books.   Some of his works include: The Art of Impossible, The Future is Faster Than You Think, The Rise of Superman, Stealing Fire, and so much more! Look out for his latest upcoming book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad, where he debunks the old myths about aging and how you can boost your longevity through flow!

Janelle Kellman is the former mayor of Sausalito, an active member of the Sausalito City Council, and the founder and CEO of the Center for Sea Rise Solutions. Janelle's career spans environmental and policy roles, including leadership positions at the Environmental Protection Agency, PG&E, and advisory roles for organizations like Project Drawdown, Marin Clean Energy, and San Francisco Baykeeper. She chaired the Sausalito Planning Commission from 2016 to 2020, before joining the City Council in 2020.In this episode, Janelle discusses recent initiatives she's been prioritizing, what coastal resilience means, and how she collaborates with neighboring cities and coastal cities around the world to prepare for the inevitability of rising sea levels.On top of that, Janelle is an ultra-marathoner and a two-sport Division I athlete with degrees from Yale, Oxford, and Stanford. She also makes an exciting announcement at the end of the episode about her political future in California. You'll have to listen to the end to hear what it is!In this episode, we cover: [04:06]: Janelle's background in sports and leadership[08:39]: Navigating the challenges of 2020 as a mayor [10:45]: Origins of Center for Sea Rise Solutions and climate risks in Northern California[16:14]: Distinction between "sustainability" and "resilience"[19:34]: Key priorities and needs around sea level rise resilience[24:32]: Similarities between wildfire and sea level rise resilience[26:18]: Janelle's international collaborations and knowledge sharing on sea level rise [28:30]: International conferences like COP vs working with subnational leaders around the world[31:14]: Janelle's tips on getting involved local government, climate work, and finding your "ikigai"[39:01]: Natural overlap between outdoor athletes and climate activism[41:17]: An exciting announcement from Janelle on her political future[44:26]: How folks can follow and connect with Janelle [45:07]: Shinrin-yoku, Friluftsliv and other conceptsResources mentioned:Toxic Tides, UC Berkeley Sustainability And Health Equity LabKatrina: A History, 1915–2015, by Andy HorowitzGnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad by Steven KolterGet connected: Janelle Kellman  LinkedInCody Simms X / LinkedInMCJ Podcast / Collective / Instagram*You can also reach us via email at info@mcjcollective.com, where we encourage you to share your feedback on episodes and suggestions for future topics or guests.Episode recorded on Aug 11, 2023 (Published on Sep 11, 2023)

TODAY´S EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE FLOW RESEARCH COLLECTIVE   Are you an entrepreneur, a leader, or a knowledge worker, who wants to harness the power of flow so you can get more done in less time with greater ease and accomplish your boldest professional goals faster? If you´ve answered this question with “hell yes” then our peak-performance training Zero to Dangerous may be a good fit for you. If this sounds interesting to you all you need to do is click the link below right now, pop in your application and one of our team members will be in touch with you very soon. https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/zero-to-dangerous/overview   ABOUT THE GUEST: Steven Kotler is a bestselling author, a renowned journalist who has won many awards, the Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective, and a peak human performance expert. He is joined by André Duqum, the host of the Know Thyself podcast, which is dedicated to helping people on their spiritual journey, reducing human suffering, and offering practical advice for living a free and fulfilling life.   In this episode, they discuss how to achieve flow. They talk about how passion and purpose can guide us to flow, how to manage self-expectations and the difference between microflow and macro flow. Steven also shares some helpful tips to get into flow more easily and the possibilities of group flow, where teams can work together in harmony and creativity. He also shares his opinion on how the mystical macro flow happens. Tune in now and learn new insights about the elusive flow state.   ABOUT THE EPISODE:  In this episode, you will learn about: (00:00) Intro (03:25) Flow and Meditative State (08:38) Defining Flow State (10:12) Effective Ways of Triggering Flow (18:22) Achieve Flow Through Passion and Purpose (26:32) Passion and Purpose Misconceptions (33:23) When Work Turns to Play (36:56) Grit is a Recipe For Burnout (40:26) Flow Starts With Struggle (44:01) Managing Self-Expectations (51:17) Microflow vs. Macro Flow (57:11) Four Stages of Flow (59:35) Helpful Tips to Get Into Flow (01:08:11) Positive Psychology Basics (01:15:27) Group Flow Possibilities (01:18:36) How Macro Flow Happens   RESOURCES Website: https://bio.site/andreduqum TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@andreduqum?lang=en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andreduqum/?hl=en Podcast: https://www.knowthyself.one/   Flow Research Collective's Social Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flowresearchcollective Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flowresearchcollective Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flowresearchcollective TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@achieveflow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/RiseofSuperman Twitter: https://twitter.com/thefrc_official Website: https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/ Apple podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/flow-research-collective-radio/id1520229508 Spotify podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6RQY0d5rdlEiinHEtfWy6A   Steven Kotler, the founder and executive director of the Flow Research Collective, is one of the world's leading experts on human peak performance. He is an award-winning journalist and an author with over ten bestselling books.   Some of his works include: The Art of Impossible, The Future is Faster Than You Think, The Rise of Superman, Stealing Fire, and so much more! Look out for his latest upcoming book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad, where he debunks the old myths about aging and how you can boost your longevity through flow!

TODAY´S EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE FLOW RESEARCH COLLECTIVE   Are you an entrepreneur, a leader, or a knowledge worker, who wants to harness the power of flow so you can get more done in less time with greater ease and accomplish your boldest professional goals faster? If you´ve answered this question with “hell yes” then our peak-performance training Zero to Dangerous may be a good fit for you. If this sounds interesting to you all you need to do is click the link below right now, pop in your application and one of our team members will be in touch with you very soon.   https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/zero-to-dangerous/overview   ABOUT THE GUEST: Steven Kotler, a distinguished journalist and New York Times bestselling author, joins the dynamic Christopher Lochhead, a marketing coach and CEO. Kotler is the Executive Director of the prestigious Flow Research Collective, while Lochhead is a co-founding partner of Play Bigger Advisors, a category designer, and a keynote speaker. Both are passionate about their pursuits, with Kotler being a ski and surf enthusiast and Lochhead being a ski and surf bum.   In this episode, Steven Kotler discusses the two ways to neuroprotect the brain against decline, as well as how we can retain 70% of our fitness even later in life. He also emphasizes that peak performance training is based on neurobiology, not on personality.   ABOUT THE EPISODE:  In this episode, you will learn about: 00:00 Intro 06:04 Punk Rock Approach to Aging 19:50 Reject the Premise of Decline in Aging 43:45 The Willingness to Humble One's Self 53:35 Exploring The Possibility of Human Potential   RESOURCES LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopherlochhead/  Podcast: https://lochhead.com/podcasts/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lochhead/?hl=en  Twitter: https://twitter.com/lochhead?lang=en    Flow Research Collective's Social Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flowresearchcollective Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flowresearchcollective Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flowresearchcollective TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@achieveflow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/RiseofSuperman Twitter: https://twitter.com/thefrc_official Website: https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/ Apple podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/flow-research-collective-radio/id1520229508 Spotify podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6RQY0d5rdlEiinHEtfWy6A   Steven Kotler, the founder and executive director of the Flow Research Collective, is one of the world's leading experts on human peak performance. He is an award-winning journalist and an author with over ten bestselling books.   Some of his works include: The Art of Impossible, The Future is Faster Than You Think, The Rise of Superman, Stealing Fire, and so much more! Look out for his latest upcoming book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad, where he debunks the old myths about aging and how you can boost your longevity through flow!

TODAY´S EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE FLOW RESEARCH COLLECTIVE Are you an entrepreneur, a leader, or a knowledge worker, who wants to harness the power of flow so you can get more done in less time with greater ease and accomplish your boldest professional goals faster? If you´ve answered this question with “hell yes” then our peak-performance training Zero to Dangerous may be a good fit for you. If this sounds interesting to you all you need to do is click the link below right now, pop in your application and one of our team members will be in touch with you very soon. https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/zero-to-dangerous/overview   ABOUT THE GUEST: Join the acclaimed author, journalist, and flow expert Steven Kotler, whose books have topped the New York Times bestseller list and who leads the prestigious Flow Research Collective. He is joined by the extraordinary Justin Stenstrom, a master of alternative medicine, a speaker, and the bestselling author of Elite Mind. Justin is also the chief editor of EliteManMagazine.com, the founder of Elite Life Nutrition, and the host of the Elite Man Podcast. In this episode, Steven Kotler shares his insights on how to tap into the power of flow, the neurobiology of optimal states, the benefits of play, the secrets of aging well, and the importance of having a mission in life. Whether you are an athlete, an entrepreneur, a creative, or just someone who wants to live better, this episode will give you practical tips and tools on how to train your brain for flow and avoid the pitfalls that can prevent you from reaching your full potential.  Tune in and discover how to unleash your inner gnar!   ABOUT THE EPISODE:  In this episode, you will learn about: 00:00 Intro 02:24 Curiosity that led to Gnar Country 08:00 Understanding Flow Triggers and Optimal States 14:03 The Neurobiology of Peak Performance 21:51 The 3 Levels of Happiness 27:07 The Benefits of Play for Our Overall Well-Being 35:00 Aging with a Positive Mindset 39:43 The Best Protections Against Cognitive Decline 50:08 Retirement Doesn't Have to Be the Death of Your Brain 52:22 Why You Need a Mission in Life 55:25 How to Train Your Brain for Flow 01:04:01 How to Enter Flow and Avoid the Pitfalls   RESOURCES LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justinstenstrom/  Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/JustinStenstrom/?_rdc=1&_rdr  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justinstenstrom/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKVPwlz5LY2FyB9rXzzzRHw  Website: http://justinstenstrom.com/  Flow Research Collective's Social Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flowresearchcollective Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flowresearchcollective Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flowresearchcollective TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@achieveflow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/RiseofSuperman Twitter: https://twitter.com/thefrc_official Website: https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/ Apple podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/flow-research-collective-radio/id1520229508 Spotify podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6RQY0d5rdlEiinHEtfWy6A   Steven Kotler, the founder and executive director of the Flow Research Collective, is one of the world's leading experts on human peak performance. He is an award-winning journalist and an author with over ten bestselling books. Some of his works include: The Art of Impossible, The Future is Faster Than You Think, The Rise of Superman, Stealing Fire, and so much more! Look out for his latest upcoming book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad, where he debunks the old myths about aging and how you can boost your longevity through flow!

TODAY´S EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE FLOW RESEARCH COLLECTIVE Are you an entrepreneur, a leader, or a knowledge worker, who wants to harness the power of flow so you can get more done in less time with greater ease and accomplish your boldest professional goals faster? If you´ve answered this question with “hell yes” then our peak-performance training Zero to Dangerous may be a good fit for you. If this sounds interesting to you all you need to do is click the link below right now, pop in your application and one of our team members will be in touch with you very soon. https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/zero-to-dangerous/overview   ABOUT THE GUEST: Steven Kotler, the renowned New York Times bestselling author, distinguished journalist, and Executive Director of the esteemed Flow Research Collective, teams up with the visionary journalist and co-Director of All Conditions Media, Matt Barr, the inspirational creator of Looking Sideways Action Sports podcast. In this episode, Steven Kotler delves into the fascinating concept of his most recent book, Gnar Country and how it serves as a framework for rewriting the rules of aging. He explores the idea of growing up and learning through flow, shedding light on the impact of risk aversion, fear, and stress on the brain. Discover the key to achieving exceptional results through motivation and the practical applications of triggers for peak performance. Steven shares insights on how to cultivate a trainable path to peak performance and fulfillment, leveraging motivation and flow for continuous progress.  Tune in as he unravels the secrets to unlocking human potential and achieving remarkable outcomes in various aspects of life.   ABOUT THE EPISODE:  In this episode, you will learn about: (00:00) Intro (04:11) Core Idea Behind Gnar Country (07:38) Rewriting the Rules of Aging (15:18) Growing Up and Learning Through Flow (23:54) The Impact of Risk Aversion, Fear, and Stress on the Brain (35:37) The Key to Exceptional Results through Motivation (40:29) Triggers and Applications for Peak Performance (52:24) A Trainable Path to Peak Performance and Fulfillment (59:43) Leveraging Motivation and Flow for Continuous Progress   RESOURCES LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-barr-090b1516/  Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/wearelookingsideways/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/welooksideways/  Podcast: https://lookingsideways.substack.com/podcast  Flow Research Collective's Social Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flowresearchcollective Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flowresearchcollective Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flowresearchcollective TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@achieveflow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/RiseofSuperman Twitter: https://twitter.com/thefrc_official Website: https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/ Apple podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/flow-research-collective-radio/id1520229508 Spotify podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6RQY0d5rdlEiinHEtfWy6A   Steven Kotler, the founder and executive director of the Flow Research Collective, is one of the world's leading experts on human peak performance. He is an award-winning journalist and an author with over ten bestselling books. Some of his works include: The Art of Impossible, The Future is Faster Than You Think, The Rise of Superman, Stealing Fire, and so much more! Look out for his latest upcoming book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad, where he debunks the old myths about aging and how you can boost your longevity through flow!

When life feels hard, does “peak performance” mean anything?    Steven Kotler is known as the NYT best selling author of books like Stealing Fire and The Rise of Superman, but can the science of stretching limits apply to grief of any kind? If you look beyond the slick language of bio-hacking and extreme sports typically found in discussions on peak performance, it turns out there's something here for all of us.  In this episode we cover:    How peak performance applies to your life - even if you're not an athlete Why gratitude tends to work better than affirmations The scientific reason why play is good for you - and important for healthy aging The first three days of grief: what loss is like inside a hospice-based dog rescue How a change in mindset can extend your life by eight years (but that's not the same as toxic positivity)   Related episodes:   What's It All For? Loss and Meaning in Midlife with Chip Conley   Pet Loss and Veterinarians Who Cry: with Veterinary Oncologist and Author Dr. Renee Alsarraf   Connection is the Best Medicine: with Dr. Rana Adwish Notable quotes:  “Limits are liberating.” – Steven Kotler   “Hope is about the collaborative effort.” – Steven Kotler About our guest: Steven Kotler is one of the world's most renowned experts on human performance. His NYT best selling books include The Art of Impossible and The Rise of Superman. He's the co-founder of Planet Home and the Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective. Steven's work has been nominated for two Pulitzer Prizes, and appears in over 100 publications, including the Wall Street Journal, TIME, and the Harvard Business Review. His latest book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad, details the application of peak performance tenets on an aging body. Find him at stevenkotler.com  About Megan:  Psychotherapist and bestselling author Megan Devine is recognized as one of today's most insightful and original voices on grief, from life-altering losses to the everyday grief that we don't call grief. She helms a consulting practice in Los Angeles and serves as an organizational consultant for the healthcare and human resources industries.    The best-selling book on grief in over a decade, Megan's It's Ok that You're Not OK, is a global phenomenon that has been translated into more than 25 languages. Her celebrated animations and explainers have garnered over 75 million views and are used in training programs around the world. Additional resources: The Art of Impossible: a Peak Performance Primer    Stealing Fire: How Silicon Valley, the Navy SEALs, and Maverick Scientists Are Revolutionizing the Way We Live and Work   The Future Is Faster Than You Think by Peter H. Diamandis and Steven Kotler   The Rise of Superman: Decoding the Science of Ultimate Human Performance   A Small Furry Prayer: Dog Rescue and the Meaning of Life   Rancho de Chihuahua - Joy and Steven's non-profit dog sanctuary   Want to become a more grief-informed, human-centered therapist or provider? Registration is open now for Megan Devine's 6 month online Grief Care Professional Certificate Program. Details at this link.   Want to talk with Megan directly? Join our patreon community for an inexpensive monthly open video Q&A clinic for grieving people. Want to speak to her privately? Apply for a 1:1 grief consultation here.    Check out Megan's best-selling books - It's OK That You're Not OK and How to Carry What Can't Be Fixed    Books and resources may contain affiliate links.   Get in touch: Thanks for listening to this week's episode of It's OK that You're Not OK. Tune in, subscribe, leave a review, tag us on social with your thoughts, and share the show with everyone you know. Together, we can make things better, even when they can't be made right.    Follow the show on TikTok @itsokpod and use the hashtag #ItsOkPod on all social platforms   For grief support & education, follow us at @refugeingrief on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and TikTok, and follow Megan on LinkedIn   For more information, including clinical training and consulting and to share your thoughts, visit us at megandevine.coSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Steven Kotler, a New York Times bestselling author, award-winning journalist, and Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective. Steven is known as one of the world's leading experts on human performance. Today, we will be diving into the topic of his newest book, "Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad," where he explores the concept of peak performance aging.   He is the author of eleven bestsellers out of fourteen books, including "The Art of Impossible," "The Future is Faster Than You Think," "Stealing Fire," "The Rise of Superman," "Bold," and "Abundance." His exceptional work has been recognized with two Pulitzer Prize nominations, and his writings have been translated into over 50 languages. His articles have been featured in prominent publications such as the New York Times Magazine, Wired, Atlantic Monthly, Wall Street Journal, TIME, and Harvard Business    With his expertise in human performance and captivating storytelling, he offers valuable insights on aging well, achieving flow, and embracing continuous growth throughout our lives. Join us as we explore the intersection of physical and mental well-being, gaining wisdom from one of the foremost thought leaders on the subject.   “You're so focused on the task at hand that everything else just melts away, then all aspects of performance both mental and physical go through the roof” - Steven Kotler   Key Takeaways: Peak performance aging: Steven offers insights into the concept of peak performance aging, how it differs from traditional views on aging, and how it can be achieved. Gnar Country: An experiment in peak performance aging. How he taught himself to park ski at age 53? Flow: Steven explains the concept of "flow" and its significance in the context of aging well and optimizing performance in various aspects of life. How aging well and achieving "flow" go hand in hand.    Sponsors and Promotions: Babbel Here's a special, (limited time) deal for our listeners to get you started RIGHT NOW - get 55% off your Babbel subscription - but only for our listeners - at Babbel.com/DIVINE. Life Force  https://www.mylifeforce.com/ SaneBox Visit https://www.sanebox.com/divine today to start your free trial and get a $25 credit.   Links for Steven Kotler Website Gnar Country Book Twitter  

TODAY´S EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE FLOW RESEARCH COLLECTIVE Are you an entrepreneur, a leader, or a knowledge worker, who wants to harness the power of flow so you can get more done in less time with greater ease and accomplish your boldest professional goals faster? If you´ve answered this question with “hell yes” then our peak-performance training Zero to Dangerous may be a good fit for you. If this sounds interesting to you all you need to do is click the link below right now, pop in your application and one of our team members will be in touch with you very soon. https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/zero-to-dangerous/overview   ABOUT THE GUEST: Steven Kotler, the renowned New York Times bestselling author, distinguished journalist, and Executive Director of the esteemed Flow Research Collective, teams up with the charismatic visionary and transformative teacher, Kute Blackson, the acclaimed author of the national bestselling book "You.Are.The.One," which has touched and inspired countless lives.  In this episode, Steven Kotler discusses the importance of challenging activities for successful aging. He challenges traditional beliefs and emphasizes the "use it or lose it" principle for maintaining cognitive abilities. Kotler shares his personal experiment learning to park ski in his 50s and its impressive results, along with a study involving older adults. Flow state, its neurobiology, triggers, and trainability are explored, along with the benefits of social engagement and leg strength in aging.     ABOUT THE EPISODE:  In this episode, you will learn about: (00:00) Intro (02:59) The Engine That Drives Us (06:03) What Comes Online Beyond 40's? (12:39) Flow is Trainable (27:26) The Key to Maximum Learning and Retention (34:17) Balancing Effortlessness and Energetic Focus (38:33) Active Recovery Techniques for Peak Performance (45:54) The Surprising Mind-Body Connection (54:13) The Secrets to Thrive in the Second Half of Life   RESOURCES LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kute-blackson-35755519/  Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/kuteblackson/?_rdc=1&_rdr  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kuteblackson/?hl=en  Twitter: https://twitter.com/kuteblackson  Flow Research Collective's Social Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flowresearchcollective Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flowresearchcollective Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flowresearchcollective TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@achieveflow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/RiseofSuperman Twitter: https://twitter.com/thefrc_official Website: https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/ Apple podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/flow-research-collective-radio/id1520229508 Spotify podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6RQY0d5rdlEiinHEtfWy6A   Steven Kotler, the founder and executive director of the Flow Research Collective, is one of the world's leading experts on human peak performance. He is an award-winning journalist and an author with over ten bestselling books. Some of his works include: The Art of Impossible, The Future is Faster Than You Think, The Rise of Superman, Stealing Fire, and so much more! Look out for his latest upcoming book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad, where he debunks the old myths about aging and how you can boost your longevity through flow!

TODAY´S EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE FLOW RESEARCH COLLECTIVE Are you an entrepreneur, a leader, or a knowledge worker, who wants to harness the power of flow so you can get more done in less time with greater ease and accomplish your boldest professional goals faster? If you´ve answered this question with “hell yes” then our peak-performance training Zero to Dangerous may be a good fit for you. If this sounds interesting to you all you need to do is click the link below right now, pop in your application and one of our team members will be in touch with you very soon. https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/zero-to-dangerous/overview   ABOUT THE GUEST: Steven Kotler is a New York Times bestselling author, award-winning journalist, and Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective. The expert in human performance joins Matt Belair, an executive coach, mindset expert, and the host of the Master Mind Body and Spirit podcast which has reached #1 on iTunes. In this captivating podcast, Steven Kotler discusses fascinating fragments from his book, "Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad." Join the conversation as they uncover peak performer motivators and the significance of finding a purpose to achieve peak performance. Discover the surprising benefits of leg strength and the importance of honing the "use it or lose it" skills. Get ready to explore the myths and breakthroughs of peak performance aging.   ABOUT THE EPISODE:  In this episode, you will learn about: (0:00) Intro (02:41) All About Gnar Country (09:00) Encountered Surprises (15:55) Peak Performer Motivators (23:46) Finding Purpose (30:35) Benefits of Leg Strength (35:22) Use it or Lose it (38:58) Eye-Opening Moments (43:17) Setting the Rules (49:36) The Most Fun Experience   RESOURCES LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattbelair/?originalSubdomain=ca Website: https://mattbelair.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matt.belair/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/matt_belair?lang=es Flow Research Collective's Social Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flowresearchcollective Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flowresearchcollective Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flowresearchcollective TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@achieveflow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/RiseofSuperman Twitter: https://twitter.com/thefrc_official Website: https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/ Apple podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/flow-research-collective-radio/id1520229508 Spotify podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6RQY0d5rdlEiinHEtfWy6A   Steven Kotler, the founder and executive director of the Flow Research Collective, is one of the world's leading experts on human peak performance. He is an award-winning journalist and an author with over ten bestselling books. Some of his works include: The Art of Impossible, The Future is Faster Than You Think, The Rise of Superman, Stealing Fire, and so much more! Look out for his latest upcoming book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad, where he debunks the old myths about aging and how you can boost your longevity through flow!

In this episode of the Psychedelic Podcast, Paul F. Austin reunites with renowned author Stephen Kotler to dive deep into the realms of peak performance aging and flow states. Find episode links, summary, and transcript here: https://thethirdwave.co/podcast/episode-205-steven-kotler/ Kotler's latest book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad takes center stage as they explore the profound impact of continuous learning, experiences in nature, and adventurous pursuits throughout life. With Kotler's expertise in human performance, the conversation uncovers the secrets to maintaining optimal mental states and staying active in later life. Listeners will embark on a thought-provoking journey into the possibilities of thriving in aging as Steven decodes the neurobiology of flow. Steven Kotler: Steven Kotler is a New York Times bestselling author, award-winning journalist, and the Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective. He is one of the world's leading experts on human performance. Steven is the author of eleven bestsellers out of fourteen books, including The Art of Impossible, The Future is Faster Than You Think, Stealing Fire (part of the curriculum in the Psychedelic Coaching Institute's Coaching Certification Program), The Rise of Superman, Bold, and Abundance. His work has been nominated for two Pulitzer Prizes, translated into over 50 languages, and has appeared in over 100 publications, including the New York Times Magazine, Wired, Atlantic Monthly, Wall Street Journal, TIME, and the Harvard Business Review. Alongside his wife, author Joy Nicholson, he is also the co-founder of The Buddy Sue Hospice Home for Old Dogs, a canine elder care facility, and Rancho de Chihuahua, a dog rescue and sanctuary. Highlights: Steven's motivation to write his newest book on peak performance aging, Gnar Country. Steven's favorite adult development models related to healthy aging. Decoding the neurobiology of flow and establishing a solid scientific foundation. Examining flow from ancient Eastern and Western philosophical perspectives. Steven's reflections on bringing flow into corporate environments. Why older employees could be the dream workforce of the 21st century. Steven's flow principles of aging successfully & maintaining cognitive function. Exploring the surprising benefits of action sports for peak performance aging. Skills cultivation, nature experiences, & the importance of “leisure activities” in old age. Key Links: Steven's website: https://www.stevenkotler.com/ Get Steven's latest book, Gnar Country: https://www.gnarcountry.com/ Steven's experiment training adults in park skiing: https://www.gnarcountry.com/gnar-country-experiment Episode Sponsor: Apollo Neuro. Third Wave listeners get 15% off.

TODAY´S EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE FLOW RESEARCH COLLECTIVE Are you an entrepreneur, a leader, or a knowledge worker, who wants to harness the power of flow so you can get more done in less time with greater ease and accomplish your boldest professional goals faster? If you´ve answered this question with “hell yes” then our peak-performance training Zero to Dangerous may be a good fit for you. If this sounds interesting to you all you need to do is click the link below right now, pop in your application and one of our team members will be in touch with you very soon. https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/zero-to-dangerous/overview   ABOUT THE GUEST: Steven Kotler, a renowned New York Times bestselling author, award-winning journalist, and the Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective, joins Zach Grossfeld, the host of the Auxoro podcast. Zach speaks with top performers who excel in their respective fields and share their inspiring stories.   Join Steven as he discusses breakthroughs he experienced while writing his book “Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad.” He also shares how he sets his priorities, park skiing techniques and tricks, what triggers the flow state, and the role of weed edibles in enhancing performance.   Prepare for captivating discussions about human potential and the remarkable stories of those who push boundaries. Tune in now and learn more about the flow state.   ABOUT THE EPISODE:  In this episode, you will learn about: 00:00 - Intro 03:04 - Setting Priorities 05:23 - Marriage Agreements 08:56 - The Brand of Madness for Gnar Country 19:43 - Park Skiing Tricks and Mechanisms 28:52 - Flow State Triggers 33:43 - Role of Weed Edibles in Action Sports 47:24 - A Derailing Moment 51:26 - Fear vs Self-Expectation 52:46 - The Battle with Lyme Disease 58:40 - Favorite Skiing Scene   RESOURCES LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zachgrossfeld Podcast: https://www.auxoro.com/the-auxoro-podcast   Flow Research Collective's Social Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flowresearchcollective Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flowresearchcollective Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flowresearchcollective TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@achieveflow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/RiseofSuperman Twitter: https://twitter.com/thefrc_official Website: https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/ Apple podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/flow-research-collective-radio/id1520229508 Spotify podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6RQY0d5rdlEiinHEtfWy6A   Steven Kotler, the founder and executive director of the Flow Research Collective, is one of the world's leading experts on human peak performance. He is an award-winning journalist and an author with over ten bestselling books.   Some of his works include: The Art of Impossible, The Future is Faster Than You Think, The Rise of Superman, Stealing Fire, and so much more! Look out for his latest upcoming book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad, where he debunks the old myths about aging and how you can boost your longevity through flow!

TODAY´S EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE FLOW RESEARCH COLLECTIVE Are you an entrepreneur, a leader, or a knowledge worker, who wants to harness the power of flow so you can get more done in less time with greater ease and accomplish your boldest professional goals faster? If you´ve answered this question with “hell yes” then our peak-performance training Zero to Dangerous may be a good fit for you. If this sounds interesting to you all you need to do is click the link below right now, pop in your application and one of our team members will be in touch with you very soon. https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/zero-to-dangerous/overview?utm_source=social&utm_medium=ig&utm_campaign=podcast-ig   ABOUT THE GUEST: Join Steven Kotler, a New York Times bestselling author and the Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective, together with Ultra Habits podcast host, RJ Singh, a professional and ultra-endurance athlete, as they enlighten a whole new perspective on peak performance aging.     They explore the valuable insights presented in Steven Kotler's book “Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad.” Steven shares his views on modern science and human potential. Uncover the secret to achieving a socially healthy aging process and shed light on the profound impact of having a personal quest in life.   Watch the episode now and change your view on the second half of your life!    ABOUT THE EPISODE:  In this episode, you will learn about: (00:00) Intro (00:12) Gnar Country (04:33) Views on Modern Science and Medicine (09:18) Defining Peak Performance Aging (15:49) Power of Language Priming (19:28) Thoughts on Retirement (25:27) Aging as Social Construct (31:15) The Role of Having a Quest (39:04) Stacking Motivators (42:18) Peak Performance Aging Habits (47:25) Gender Variation   RESOURCES LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rj-singh/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rj.dosanjh.9 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ultra.habits/?hl=en Website: https://ultrahabits.co/  Flow Research Collective's Social Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flowresearchcollective Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flowresearchcollective Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flowresearchcollective TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@achieveflow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/RiseofSuperman Twitter: https://twitter.com/thefrc_official Website: https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/ Apple podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/flow-research-collective-radio/id1520229508 Spotify podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6RQY0d5rdlEiinHEtfWy6A   ‍Steven Kotler, the founder and executive director of the Flow Research Collective, is one of the world's leading experts on human peak performance. He is an award-winning journalist and an author with over ten bestselling books.   Some of his works include: The Art of Impossible, The Future is Faster Than You Think, The Rise of Superman, Stealing Fire, and so much more! Look out for his latest upcoming book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad, where he debunks the old myths about aging and how you can boost your longevity through flow!

The story we've been told our entire lives is that as we get older, we decline physically. But what if we could become more legendary as we age? We discuss this and so much more with our legendary guest, Steven Kotler. Science-based Human Performance Guru Steven Kotler is back in his fantastic new book Gnar Country: Growing old, Staying Rad. Steven lays out how cutting-edge discoveries in embodied cognition flow science, and network neuroscience have revolutionized how we think about peak performance aging. In this radically different conversation, you'll learn how to embrace peak performance aging in your life. This is a fun, fascinating and deeply insightful conversation with one of our favorite thinkers. You're listening to Christopher Lochhead: Follow Your Different. We are the real dialogue podcast for people with a different mind. So get your mind in a different place, and hey ho, let's go. Steven Kotler writes a book about me The conversation starts off about the new book that Steven has written, called Gnar Country.  Christopher expresses his gratitude to Steven for writing the book and acknowledges his admiration and respect for him. However, Christopher also tells Steven that it has challenged his comfortable outlook on life. The book centers around the idea of not being "dead before you're dead," encouraging readers to embrace mission-style challenges in the second half of their lives. Steven clarifies that he doesn't mean Christopher has to go surf Mavericks, a famous surfing spot known for its enormous waves. But rather that engaging in difficult and fulfilling activities can be transformative. For Steven, the second half of life is presented as an opportunity for growth and exploration. Getting back to Gnar Country Christopher, who had been easing into a more relaxed lifestyle, confesses that he was getting used to being "dead" in a figurative sense – finding comfort in smoking at home, enjoying the garden, and taking leisurely walks. However, after reading Steven's book, he feels inspired and reminded of the adventures he used to embark on with his friend Al Ramadan. Christopher mentions how he and Al would take annual trips for adrenaline-fueled activities like surfing, skiing, and scuba diving. Coincidentally, as Christopher reads the book, he receives an email from Al Ramadan, proposing a future surf and dive trip for their group of friends. This timing strengthens Christopher's belief that the universe, through Steven and Al, is nudging him to return to thrilling and challenging adventures in “Gnar country”. Steven Kotler on Park Skiing in your 50s The conversation then focuses on Steven Kotler's experience of teaching himself park skiing at the age of 50. This is despite conventional beliefs that learning such skills becomes impossible after a certain age. Steven explains that there has been scientific research done in the past 20-25 years that challenges the traditional view of aging, which assumes a gradual decline in physical and mental abilities. He emphasizes the "use it or lose it" principle, stating that with continued training and practice, individuals can maintain their skills far longer than previously thought. As a skier himself, Christopher initially finds it incredulous that Steven attempted to learn park skiing in his 50s. He recounts a personal experience of attempting a park maneuver in his early 40s and how risky it was as he continued. Christopher expresses his surprise at Steven's determination and adventurous spirit, acknowledging the challenges and potential dangers associated with park skiing. This further showcase Steven's pursuit of pushing boundaries and defying age-related limitations by taking on the challenge of park skiing in his 50s, which is pretty rad, in our opinion. To hear more from Steven Kotler and how to live in Gnar Country, download and listen to this episode. Bio Steven Kotler is a New York Times bestselling author, an award-winning journalist,

TODAY´S EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE FLOW RESEARCH COLLECTIVE Are you an entrepreneur, a leader, or a knowledge worker, who wants to harness the power of flow so you can get more done in less time with greater ease and accomplish your boldest professional goals faster? If you´ve answered this question with “hell yes” then our peak-performance training Zero to Dangerous may be a good fit for you. If this sounds interesting to you all you need to do is click the link below right now, pop in your application and one of our team members will be in touch with you very soon. https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/zero-to-dangerous/overview   ABOUT THE GUEST: Join NYT best-selling author and Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective, Steven Kotler, and Dr. Michael Gervais, performance psychologist and Founder of Finding Mastery as they discuss how to sustain peak performance as we age. In this episode, they explore the correlation between adrenal fatigue and PTSD. Additionally, discover the cognitive superpowers that we can unlock as we age and the factors that contribute to peak performance aging.  Don't miss out on this insightful discussion!   ABOUT THE EPISODE:  In this episode, you will learn about: 00:00 Intro  03:13 Flow Explained 05:59 The Old Dog 10:38 Gnar Motivation and Challenges 16:37 Running Out of Progress and Time 20:05 Aging Cognitive Superpowers 24:32 Other People's Opinions 29:20 High Performer's Support Mechanism 32:31 Progression 36:19 Expectation Vs. Standard 41:34 Overcoming Hurdles 45:32 Skills Are Transferable 47:54 Peak Performance Aging Formula 55:56 Peak Performance Aging Defined 57:43 Flow in Business 01:03:07 Quick Hits   RESOURCES LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmichaelgervais/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drmichaelgervais/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaelgervais/?hl=en  Twitter: https://twitter.com/michaelgervais    Flow Research Collective's Social Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flowresearchcollective Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flowresearchcollective Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flowresearchcollective TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@achieveflow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/RiseofSuperman Twitter: https://twitter.com/thefrc_official Website: https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/ Apple podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/flow-research-collective-radio/id1520229508 Spotify podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6RQY0d5rdlEiinHEtfWy6A   ‍Steven Kotler, the founder and executive director of the Flow Research Collective, is one of the world's leading experts on human peak performance. He is an award-winning journalist and an author with over ten bestselling books. Some of his works include: The Art of Impossible, The Future is Faster Than You Think, The Rise of Superman, Stealing Fire, and so much more! Look out for his latest upcoming book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad, where he debunks the old myths about aging and how you can boost your longevity through flow!

In this episode I speak with returning guest, Steven Kotler, multiple NY Times best selling author with his most recent book being, "Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad." He is an award-winning journalist, and the Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective and his wakeup call was drilling into how flow and peak performance into aging can revolutionize the concept of getting older. https://www.stevenkotler.com/

TODAY´S EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE FLOW RESEARCH COLLECTIVE Are you an entrepreneur, a leader, or a knowledge worker, who wants to harness the power of flow so you can get more done in less time with greater ease and accomplish your boldest professional goals faster? If you´ve answered this question with “hell yes” then our peak-performance training Zero to Dangerous may be a good fit for you. If this sounds interesting to you all you need to do is click the link below right now, pop in your application and one of our team members will be in touch with you very soon. https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/zero-to-dangerous/overview   ABOUT THE GUEST:   Join us in this captivating episode as we dive into the world of operational efficiency with Nick Sonnenberg. As an entrepreneur, Inc. columnist, and bestselling author of "Come Up for Air," Nick knows exactly how to help teams break free from the overwhelming workload.   Discover Nick's game-changing framework, CPR: Communicate, Plan, and Resource, designed to revolutionize organizational efficiency. Get ready to explore the power of flow and learn how it can transform your team's productivity.   In this episode, we'll explore leadership secrets, practical strategies, and innovative techniques to enhance work efficiency. Nick's expertise will guide you towards a better, more streamlined company that thrives in today's competitive landscape.   Tune in now and unlock the secrets to unleashing your team's potential and achieving unparalleled success. Don't miss out on this transformative episode!   ABOUT THE EPISODE:  In this episode, you will learn about: 00:00 Intro 03:31 Nick's  Career Path 10:23 Life's Philosophy 12:26 The Detail Behind Organization Efficiency 15:22 Relationship Between Work and Flow 18:41 Communicate, Plan and Resource 24:16 Heavy Cost of Tool Adoption 27:59 Efficiency in Work 31:25 Prioritizing Tasks and Optimizing Work 35:54 The Importance of Having an Agenda 40:18 Optimizing Time with Flow 42:38 Working Around Blind Spots 47:19 The Optimized Podcast   RESOURCES LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicksonnenberg Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NicholasSonnenbergLeverage/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicholassonnenberg/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/nick_sonnenberg Flow Research Collective's Social Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flowresearchcollective Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flowresearchcollective Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flowresearchcollective TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@achieveflow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/RiseofSuperman Twitter: https://twitter.com/thefrc_official Website: https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/ Apple podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/flow-research-collective-radio/id1520229508 Spotify podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6RQY0d5rdlEiinHEtfWy6A   ‍ Steven Kotler, the founder and executive director of the Flow Research Collective, is one of the world's leading experts on human peak performance. He is an award-winning journalist and an author with over ten bestselling books.   Some of his works include The Art of Impossible, The Future is Faster Than You Think, The Rise of Superman, Stealing Fire, and so much more! Look out for his latest upcoming book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad, where he debunks the old myths about aging and how you can boost your longevity through flow!

TODAY´S EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE FLOW RESEARCH COLLECTIVE Are you an entrepreneur, a leader, or a knowledge worker, who wants to harness the power of flow so you can get more done in less time with greater ease and accomplish your boldest professional goals faster? If you´ve answered this question with “hell yes” then our peak-performance training Zero to Dangerous may be a good fit for you. If this sounds interesting to you all you need to do is click the link below right now, pop in your application and one of our team members will be in touch with you very soon. https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/zero-to-dangerous/overview   ABOUT THE GUEST: Join Rian Doris, CEO and Co-Founder of the Flow Research Collective and  globally-recognized startup expert Gerrit McGowan as he shares his transition from development to the tech startup world. Gain valuable insights into the delicate balance between meaningful work and personal satisfaction, and how this interplay shapes one's impact.  Explore the nuances of entrepreneurial journeys, optimizing team dynamics, and fostering an ideal organizational environment.  Don't let this opportunity slip by! ABOUT THE EPISODE:  In this episode, you will learn about: 00:00 - Intro 00:44 - Start of the Entrepreneurial Journey 08:20 - From Development to Tech Startup 15:01 - Flow Experiences on the Mountains 19:10 - Starting Another Company and Diving Deeper into Flow 23:46 - Research on Founders and Flow 34:40 - Flow from an Entrepreneurial Context 52:22 - Cultural Diversity Fueling Team Flow 58:57 - Balancing Flow and Performance 01:03:30 - Constraints as Drivers for Flow 01:13:42 - Bridging the Gap From Academia to Action RESOURCES LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gerritmcgowan/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gerritmc/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/gerritmc Flow Research Collective's Social Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flowresearchcollective Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flowresearchcollective Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flowresearchcollective TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@achieveflow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/RiseofSuperman Twitter: https://twitter.com/thefrc_official Website: https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/ Apple podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/flow-research-collective-radio/id1520229508 Spotify podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6RQY0d5rdlEiinHEtfWy6A   ‍ Steven Kotler, the founder and executive director of the Flow Research Collective, is one of the world's leading experts on human peak performance. He is an award-winning journalist and an author with over ten bestselling books. Some of his works include: The Art of Impossible, The Future is Faster Than You Think, The Rise of Superman, Stealing Fire, and so much more! Look out for his latest upcoming book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad, where he debunks the old myths about aging and how you can boost your longevity through flow!

On this episode of The AUXORO Podcast, Steven Kotler and Zach discuss Steven's latest book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad, where he chronicles his experience of pushing his body past preconceived limits to achieve the impossible: learn to park ski past the age of fifty. Steven also discusses the crucial elements of peak human performance he's researched over the past three decades, the benefits of weed versus alcohol on the slopes, why Steven and his wife only made one unbreakable vow in their marriage, the best ways to enter and stay in flow state, and more. Guest bio: Steven Kotler is a New York Times-bestselling author, an award-winning journalist, founder of the Flow Research Collective, and the author of his latest book Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad STEVEN KOTLER LINKS:Gnar Country: https://www.gnarcountry.com/Flow Research Collective: https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/All books by Steven Kotler: https://www.stevenkotler.com/booksWebsite: https://www.stevenkotler.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevenkotler/Twitter: https://twitter.com/steven_kotler THE AUXORO PODCAST LINKS:Apple: https://apple.co/3B4fYju Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3zaS6sPOvercast: https://bit.ly/3rgw70DYoutube: https://bit.ly/3lTpJdjWebsite: https://www.auxoro.com/ AUXORO SOCIAL LINKS:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/auxoroYouTube: https://bit.ly/3CLjEqFFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/auxoromagNewsletter: https://www.auxoro.com/thesourceYouTube: https://bit.ly/3CLjEqF If you enjoy the show, please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts. It takes less than 60 seconds, helps us appear higher in searches so more people discover the show, and it boosts my ego;) Past Guests On The Auxoro Podcast Include: Aubrey de Grey, Andy Weir, Eben Britton, Eric Jorgenson, Isabelle Boemeke, Houston Arriaga, Jerzy Gregorek, Chris Cooper, Gryffin, Elsa Diaz, Dave Robinson, Meghan Daum, FINNEAS, Chloé Valdary, Coleman Hughes, Maziar Ghaderi, YONAS, Ryan Michler, Ryan Meyer, Gavin Chops, Bren Orton, Zuby, Jason Khalipa, Ed Latimore, Jess Glynne, Noah Kahan, Kid Super, Deryck Whibley, and many more.  

Breakthroughs in "Peak Performance Aging" prove aging is a fact of life, but"old" is a mindset ... & changing your mindset about aging can add 8 yearsto your life

Steven Kotler, New York Times bestselling author, award-winning journalist, and the Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective, returns in Part 2 of this interview, tackling weighty topics like the denial of death, embracing change as foundational to aging, the illusion of self, the "long slow rot" theory, how aging is a "use it or lose it" game, how Freud kicked off 90 years of scientific tail-chasing, wisdom vs. expertise, and why guest host Stephanie Maas may just live forever.

TODAY´S EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE FLOW RESEARCH COLLECTIVE Are you an entrepreneur, a leader, or a knowledge worker, who wants to harness the power of flow so you can get more done in less time with greater ease and accomplish your boldest professional goals faster? If you´ve answered this question with “hell yes” then our peak-performance training Zero to Dangerous may be a good fit for you. If this sounds interesting to you all you need to do is click the link below right now, pop in your application and one of our team members will be in touch with you very soon. https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/zero-to-dangerous/overview   ABOUT THE GUEST: Join NYT bestselling author and Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective, Steven Kotler, and renowned copywriter and founder of the Copy Posse, Alex Cattoni, as they uncover the secrets to achieving flow state and enhancing creativity. Overcome writer's block, tap into effortless flow, and explore Steven's three-step writing process. Learn about the fascinating research on psychedelics vs. flow and discover alternative practices to meditation for accessing flow. Don't miss this episode filled with valuable insights! ABOUT THE EPISODE:  In this episode, you will learn about: 00:00 Intro 02:29 The Path to Peak Performance and Unparalleled Focus 04:55 The True Nature of ADHD and Flow State 08:29 Overcoming Blocks and Achieving Creative Flow  14:20 Using Flow Triggers for Optimal Writing Performance 24:07 The Importance of Supporting Evidence and Believability 26:15 Harnessing Ecstasis for Creative Problem Solving 30:22 Accessible Tools for Altered States 32:44 Switching Between Creator and Manager Modes 36:32 Finding Your Optimal Work Schedule 39:44 The Boss Mindset  45:14 The Aggressive Approach to Productive Writing  48:25 Navigating the Potential of Consciousness Hacking  54:21 Flow for Writers RESOURCES LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dralanbarnard/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dralan.barnard Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dralanbarnard  Twitter: https://twitter.com/dralanbarnard  Flow Research Collective's Social Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flowresearchcollective Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flowresearchcollective Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flowresearchcollective TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@achieveflow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/RiseofSuperman Twitter: https://twitter.com/thefrc_official Website: https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/ Apple podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/flow-research-collective-radio/id1520229508 Spotify podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6RQY0d5rdlEiinHEtfWy6A   Steven Kotler, the founder and executive director of the Flow Research Collective, is one of the world's leading experts on human peak performance. He is an award-winning journalist and an author with over ten bestselling books. Some of his works include: The Art of Impossible, The Future is Faster Than You Think, The Rise of Superman, Stealing Fire, and so much more! Look out for his latest upcoming book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad, where he debunks the old myths about aging and how you can boost your longevity through flow!

TODAY´S EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE FLOW RESEARCH COLLECTIVE Are you an entrepreneur, a leader, or a knowledge worker, who wants to harness the power of flow so you can get more done in less time with greater ease and accomplish your boldest professional goals faster? If you´ve answered this question with “hell yes” then our peak-performance training Zero to Dangerous may be a good fit for you. If this sounds interesting to you all you need to do is click the link below right now, pop in your application and one of our team members will be in touch with you very soon. https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/zero-to-dangerous/overview   ABOUT THE GUEST: Steven Kotler is a New York Times bestselling author, acclaimed journalist, and Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective. He is also one of the most renowned leaders in the field of human performance. In this episode, Steven shares his insights into the common misunderstandings surrounding aging and sports as this discussion illuminates the topic. Discover how engaging in action sports can enhance longevity and overall well-being. Acquire valuable advice on enhancing your balance, flexibility, and agility.   ABOUT THE EPISODE:  In this episode, you will learn about: 00:00 Intro 02:20 What is Gnar Country? 06:54 Balance, Flexibility and Agility Exercises 10:47 The Difference Between Balance and Agility  12:30 Importance of Leg Strength 18:16 Rating Sports Effectiveness 32:34 Steven's Recovery from Lyme Disease     Steven Kotler's Social Links:  Website: https://www.stevenkotler.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steven-kotler-4305b110 Twitter: https://twitter.com/steven_kotler?lang=en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kotler.steven/?hl=en   Flow Research Collective's Social Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flowresearchcollective Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flowresearchcollective Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flowresearchcollective TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@achieveflow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/RiseofSuperman Twitter: https://twitter.com/thefrc_official Website: https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/ ‍ Steven Kotler, the founder and executive director of the Flow Research Collective, is one of the world's leading experts on human peak performance. He is an award-winning journalist and an author with over ten bestselling books.   Some of his works include: The Art of Impossible, The Future is Faster Than You Think, The Rise of Superman, Stealing Fire, and so much more! Look out for his latest upcoming book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad, where he debunks the old myths about aging and how you can boost your longevity through flow!

Don't Miss an Episode - Follow on Apple Podcasts or Subscribe: Google Podcasts | Spotify | iHeartRadio | Stitcher | TuneIn | RSS Some people believe that you can't teach an old dog new tricks. Steven Kotler has been studying human performance for thirty years, and has taught hundreds of thousands of people at all skill levels, age groups, and from walks of life, how to achieve peak performance. Discoveries in cognition, flow science, and neuroscience have revolutionized how we think about peak performance aging. To see if theory worked in practice, Kotler conducted his own experiment in applied neuroscience and later-in-life skill acquisition. He set out to try and teach an old dog some new tricks - himself - by taking up a sport deemed impossible to learn at his age. His new book Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad tells the story of his experiment and the cutting-edge research on peak performance aging that he put to the test. His story will change how you think about aging and open to your eyes to why you'll want to jump in and double down on flow activities and lifelong learning. Steven Kotler joins us from New Mexico. _________________________ Bio Steven Kotler is a New York Times bestselling author, an award-winning journalist, and the Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective. He is one of the world's leading experts on human performance. He is the author of 11 bestsellers (out of fourteen books), including The Art of Impossible, The Future is Faster Than You Think, Stealing Fire, The Rise of Superman, Bold and Abundance. His work has been nominated for two Pulitzer Prizes, translated into over 50 languages, and has appeared in over 100 publications, including the New York Times Magazine, Wired, Atlantic Monthly, Wall Street Journal, TIME, and the Harvard Business Review. A lifelong environmentalist and animal rights advocate, Steven is the cofounder of Planet Home, a conference/concert/innovation accelerator focused on solving critical environmental challenges, the cofounder of The Forest + Fire Collective, a network of individuals, organizations and institutions dedicated to ending catastrophic wildfire and restoring forest health to the American West. Alongside his wife, author Joy Nicholson, he is also the co-founder of Rancho de Chihuahua, a hospice care and special needs dog sanctuary. PS: Steven once flew a MIG-17 Russian fighter jet—but that's a different story. ‍________________________ For More on Steven Kotler Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad Website Flow Research Collective ________________________ Podcast Episodes You May Like Breaking the Age Code - Dr. Becca Levy The Expectation Effect – David Robson Ready to ROAR? – Michael Clinton The Joy of Movement – Kelly McGonigal _________________________ Wise Quotes On Peak Performance Aging "At the Flow Research Collective, where I'm the Executive Director, we're a peak performance research and training organization. We define peak performance as the following: Peak performance is nothing more or nothing less than getting our biology to work for us rather than against us. And this is, by the way, not a new idea, right? You go back a hundred years to William James, in the very first psychology textbook said the great thing in any education is to make our nervous system our ally and not our enemy. And by nervous system he meant brain and body basically. So it's not a new idea, but that's really what we mean by peak performance. Peak performance aging by extension is getting our biology to work for us rather than against us when applied to the challenges and opportunities the second half of our lives.  Very simple. What I mean by that bigger picture, the old idea about aging, I like to call it the long slow rot theory, right? And I'm sure you guys have talked about a ton on this on this podcast is the idea that all of of our mental skills and all of our physical skills decline over time.

TODAY´S EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE FLOW RESEARCH COLLECTIVE Are you an entrepreneur, a leader, or a knowledge worker, who wants to harness the power of flow so you can get more done in less time with greater ease and accomplish your boldest professional goals faster? If you´ve answered this question with “hell yes” then our peak-performance training Zero to Dangerous may be a good fit for you. If this sounds interesting to you all you need to do is click the link below right now, pop in your application and one of our team members will be in touch with you very soon. https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/zero-to-dangerous/overview   ABOUT THE GUEST: Renowned expert in human performance, Steven Kotler is a New York Times bestselling author, acclaimed journalist, and Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective. He also has an impressive collection of eleven bestsellers out of fourteen published books. In today's episode, Steven's expertise encompasses a range of fascinating topics. He deep dives into the concept of finding flow even in uninspiring work, uncovering the secrets to unlocking creativity through a preoccupied mind, the fascinating relationship between mindset and the unlocking of neurobiological potential, and valuable insights into hacking flow.   ABOUT THE EPISODE:  In this episode, you will learn about: 00:00 - Intro 02:16 - What is Flow? 05:15 - Supplements as Blockers to Flow 10:40 - Steven's Journey into Flow  19:07 - Testosterone as a Booster to Flow 22:43 - Finding Flow in Uninspiring Work 27:58 - Triggering Creativity with Preoccupation 31:02 - Pre-writing Rituals to get into Flow 34:59 - How Unconventional People Achieve Expertise 40:52 - From Mindset to Neurobiology: Unlocking Potential 43:52 - Steven's Experience in Flying a MIG 17 47:57 - Hacking Flow: Achieving Peak Performance 55:42 - Breaking Boundaries: Defying Limitations     Steven Kotler's Social Links:  Website: https://www.stevenkotler.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steven-kotler-4305b110 Twitter: https://twitter.com/steven_kotler?lang=en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kotler.steven/?hl=en   Flow Research Collective's Social Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flowresearchcollective Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flowresearchcollective Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flowresearchcollective TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@achieveflow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/RiseofSuperman Twitter: https://twitter.com/thefrc_official Website: https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/ ‍ Steven Kotler, the founder and executive director of the Flow Research Collective, is one of the world's leading experts on human peak performance. He is an award-winning journalist and an author with over ten bestselling books.   Some of his works include: The Art of Impossible, The Future is Faster Than You Think, The Rise of Superman, Stealing Fire, and so much more! Look out for his latest upcoming book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad, where he debunks the old myths about aging and how you can boost your longevity through flow!

I recently celebrated my 60th birthday, and I am more excited for the next decade of my life than any other time in the past. I truly feel better than ever before, and today I want to share some of the habits I've learned that help me age powerfully and enjoy every step along the way. One study found that people with a positive perception of aging actually lived an average of 7.5 years longer than those who had a negative perception! So I'm embracing each new year focused on pursuing my passions and aging with purpose and positivity. In today's episode, I share the types of goals I set to keep me inspired and engaged. I'll reveal my favorite self-care tips, and how I'm tracking my fitness and staying in the best shape of my life. I've been working in the world of fitness for 40 years, so that's saying something! I'll also share my best diet advice and the supplements I take every day for healthy aging. Tune in and find out how you can live your best life in the second half! Full show notes: jjvirgin.com/bestadvice Read the study on longevity and positive perceptions of aging: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12150226/  Try the TRX for strength training (Free Shipping on all orders $99+): https://www.avantlink.com/click.php?tt=ml&ti=931205&pw=347877 I use a Sunlighten Sauna for self-care: https://get.sunlighten.com/j748h5w7er2a Use a rucking vest to improve cardio: https://amzn.to/42vaRWD Track your protein intake with Cronometer: jjvirgin.com/cronometer Protein First Enzymes for protein digestion: https://store.jjvirgin.com/collections/supplements/products/protein-first-enzymes Annatto + Geranylgeraniol (GG): https://amzn.to/3pEMjMu  CoQ10 for energy: https://amzn.to/3BlJQJA Designs for Health KreAlkalyn Pro (creatine monohydrate) to maintain muscle mass: https://amzn.to/3I4MRBx Timeline Mitopure for healthy aging https://www.timelinenutrition.com/partners/jj-virgin Try a guided meditation with Dr. Joe Dispenza: https://drjoedispenza.com/?rfsn=6914154.37386a&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=6914154.37386a Get a Kooru Cold Plunge (use code JJVIP1000 for $1,000 off): https://www.koorucoldplunges.com/ Read Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad: https://amzn.to/3MRUoGR Use a hand dynamometer to measure grip strength: https://amzn.to/3MqGQAq

TODAY´S EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE FLOW RESEARCH COLLECTIVE Are you an entrepreneur, a leader, or a knowledge worker, who wants to harness the power of flow so you can get more done in less time with greater ease and accomplish your boldest professional goals faster? If you´ve answered this question with “hell yes” then our peak-performance training Zero to Dangerous may be a good fit for you. If this sounds interesting to you all you need to do is click the link below right now, pop in your application and one of our team members will be in touch with you very soon. https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/zero-to-dangerous/overview   ABOUT THE GUEST: Steven Kotler is an award-winning journalist, a New York Times bestselling author, and the Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective. He is recognized as one of the key figures in human performance worldwide. He is the author of fourteen books, of which 11 were bestsellers. In this episode, Steven shares an overview of his new book entitled, "Gnar Country - Growing Old, Staying Rad," and the groundbreaking research behind it. He also shares an insightful conversation with Vinny Vallarine about his journey to unveiling human potential through flow research; the triggers, states, and the neuroscience behind optimal performance; they also discussed about the chemistry of flow behind ageless peak performance; and so much more.   ABOUT THE EPISODE:  In this episode, you will learn about: 00:00 Intro 02:13 When Steven Began His Peak Performance Journey 09:05 Exploring Flow Triggers, Proneness, and Neurobiology 14:35 Multiple Paths to Flow and Creativity 27:36 Flow is Universal  31:45 Understanding the Spectrum of Optimal Experiences 38:44 Debunking the Cognitive Decline Myth   RESOURCES  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steven-kotler-4305b110 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KotlerSteven/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kotler.steven/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/steven_kotler?lang=en   Flow Research Collective's Social Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flowresearchcollective Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flowresearchcollective Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flowresearchcollective TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@achieveflow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/RiseofSuperman Twitter: https://twitter.com/thefrc_official Website: https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/ ‍ Steven Kotler, the founder and executive director of the Flow Research Collective, is one of the world's leading experts on human peak performance. He is an award-winning journalist and an author with over ten bestselling books.   Some of his works include: The Art of Impossible, The Future is Faster Than You Think, The Rise of Superman, Stealing Fire, and so much more! Look out for his latest upcoming book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad, where he debunks the old myths about aging and how you can boost your longevity through flow!

Steven Kotler breaks down powerful insights from his newest book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad, which dissects the neurobiology of flow state, peak performance, and aging. Steven shares research-backed hacks for staying rad as you age, from using fear as a compass to building leg strength to feel more confident. Steven Kotler is the Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective, the world's leader in neuroscience-based peak performance research and training. He's the author of several NYT best-selling books, including The Art of Impossible: A Peak Performance Primer.  Follow Steven Kotler @stevenkotler Follow Chase on Instagram @chase_chewning Follow him on Twitter @chasechewning Key Highlights Flow states have 26 known triggers and “flow follows focus”. What does that mean biologically?   How to find the challenge/skill sweet spot.   How can we get into a flow state more easily?   The Biology of Aging: “Getting our biology to work for us, rather than against us”   The hidden ways we are ego-driven & How to calm your ego.   How our brain chemistry impacts learning, memory, flow, and performance.   What shocked Steven the most about the Gnar Country experiment.   Why he researched park skiing in relation to flow state.   Activities that increase strength, stamina, agility, balance, and flexibility for peak performance aging.   Hacks for tapping into flow state to overcome fear.   What role does creativity play in growing old and staying rad?   Episode resources: Save 10% on MitoPure with code EVERFORWARD at https://www.TimelineNutrition.com  Get a FREE variety pack of Recharge electrolyte drink mix with any purchase at https://www.DrinkLMNT.com/everforward  Save 10% on "bottled flow state" Ketone-IQ with code CHASE at https://www.HVMN.com  Watch and subscribe on YouTube https://youtu.be/b1SgbL_sGo4  The Art of Impossible by Steven Kotler Gnar Country by Steven Kotler Flow in Sports by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi and Susan A. Jackson Ego is the Enemy by Ryan Holiday EFR 678: Lessons From the World's Longest Study of Happiness with Dr. Marc Schulz The Immortality Key by Brian C. Muraresku Recapture the Rapture by Jamie Wheal

TODAY'S EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE FLOW RESEARCH COLLECTIVE Are you an entrepreneur, a leader, or a knowledge worker, who wants to harness the power of flow so you can get more done in less time with greater ease and accomplish your boldest professional goals faster? If you've answered this question with “hell yes” then our peak-performance training Zero to Dangerous may be a good fit for you. If this sounds interesting to you all you need to do is click the link below right now, pop in your application and one of our team members will be in touch with you very soon.https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/zero-to-dangerous/overview   ABOUT THE GUEST: Steven Kotler is an award-winning journalist, a New York Times bestselling author, and the Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective. He is recognized as one of the key figures in human performance worldwide. He is the author of fourteen books, of which 11 were bestsellers. In this episode, Steven shares an overview of his new book entitled, "Gnar Country - Growing Old, Staying Rad," and the groundbreaking research behind it. He also shares an insightful conversation with Ben Pakulski on how to identify flow as it happens, the steps of the flow cycle, factors that affect peak performance, the importance of recovery, and so much more.   ABOUT THE EPISODE:  In this episode, you will learn about: 0:00 Intro 5:13 Advancing Art, Science, and Animal Welfare 6:00 The Inspiration for Flow 10:37 Harnessing Flow for Success 15:46 Cracking the Code of Flow 19:18 The Four Stages of Flow 23:27 Overlooking The Importance of Recovery 25:43 Flow as a Sign of Mastery 28:12 Unpacking the Habits of High Performers 30:27 Cognitive Direction 33:35 Recreating the Impossible 35:16 Physical and Cognitive Factors in Peak Performance 37:26 Gnar Country and What It's All About 44:02 Creativity and Pattern Recognition 46:44 Embodied Learning: Flow State Skiing 49:22 Mindset Matters 57:07 Challenge Skills Balance: Key to Flow 58:23 Flow Coaching Program   RESOURCES  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steven-kotler-4305b110 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KotlerSteven/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kotler.steven/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/steven_kotler?lang=en   Flow Research Collective's Social Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flowresearchcollective Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flowresearchcollective Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flowresearchcollective TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@achieveflow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/RiseofSuperman Twitter: https://twitter.com/thefrc_official Website: https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/ ‍ Steven Kotler, the founder and executive director of the Flow Research Collective, is one of the world's leading experts on human peak performance. He is an award-winning journalist and an author with over ten bestselling books.   Some of his works include: The Art of Impossible, The Future is Faster Than You Think, The Rise of Superman, Stealing Fire, and so much more! Look out for his latest upcoming book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad, where he debunks the old myths about aging and how you can boost your longevity through flow!

TODAY´S EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE FLOW RESEARCH COLLECTIVE Are you an entrepreneur, a leader, or a knowledge worker, who wants to harness the power of flow so you can get more done in less time with greater ease and accomplish your boldest professional goals faster? If you´ve answered this question with “hell yes” then our peak-performance training Zero to Dangerous may be a good fit for you. If this sounds interesting to you all you need to do is click the link below right now, pop in your application and one of our team members will be in touch with you very soon. https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/zero-to-dangerous/overview   ABOUT THE GUEST: Steven Kotler is an award-winning journalist, a New York Times bestselling author, and the Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective. He is recognized as one of the key figures in human performance worldwide. He is the author of fourteen books, of which 11 were bestsellers. In this episode, Steven shares an overview of his new book entitled, "Gnar Country - Growing Old, Staying Rad," and the groundbreaking research behind it. He also shares an insightful conversation with Ben Pakulski on how to identify flow as it happens, the steps of the flow cycle, factors that affect peak performance, the importance of recovery, and so much more.   ABOUT THE EPISODE:  In this episode, you will learn about: 0:00 Intro 5:13 Advancing Art, Science, and Animal Welfare 6:00 The Inspiration for Flow 10:37 Harnessing Flow for Success 15:46 Cracking the Code of Flow 19:18 The Four Stages of Flow 23:27 Overlooking The Importance of Recovery 25:43 Flow as a Sign of Mastery 28:12 Unpacking the Habits of High Performers 30:27 Cognitive Direction 33:35 Recreating the Impossible 35:16 Physical and Cognitive Factors in Peak Performance 37:26 Gnar Country and What It's All About 44:02 Creativity and Pattern Recognition 46:44 Embodied Learning: Flow State Skiing 49:22 Mindset Matters 57:07 Challenge Skills Balance: Key to Flow 58:23 Flow Coaching Program   RESOURCES  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steven-kotler-4305b110 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KotlerSteven/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kotler.steven/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/steven_kotler?lang=en   Flow Research Collective's Social Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flowresearchcollective Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flowresearchcollective Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flowresearchcollective TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@achieveflow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/RiseofSuperman Twitter: https://twitter.com/thefrc_official Website: https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/ ‍ Steven Kotler, the founder and executive director of the Flow Research Collective, is one of the world's leading experts on human peak performance. He is an award-winning journalist and an author with over ten bestselling books.   Some of his works include: The Art of Impossible, The Future is Faster Than You Think, The Rise of Superman, Stealing Fire, and so much more! Look out for his latest upcoming book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad, where he debunks the old myths about aging and how you can boost your longevity through flow!

Steven Kotler, New York Times Bestselling Author, Award-Winning Journalist,  Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective and Park Skier.Steven Kotler is an acclaimed author and journalist renowned for his expertise in flow states, human performance, and action sports. He has dedicated his career to exploring the frontiers of human potential.Kotler is widely recognized for his groundbreaking work on "flow," the psychology of optimal human experience. His 11 bestselling books, including "The Rise of Superman," "Stealing Fire," and "The Art of Impossible," blend meticulous research, personal anecdotes, and insightful analysis to illuminate how individuals can unlock their full potential.Beyond his writing, Kotler is a highly sought-after public speaker. His remarkable insights into human potential, combined with his passion for adventure, have solidified his status as a thought leader in psychology, neuroscience, and human performance. His writings continue to empower people to unleash their full potential and redefine the boundaries of what is possible.Steven gives us the lowdown on his latest book about peak performance aging, Gnar Country: Growing Old & Staying Rad, which exploring the frontiers of human possibility and how he learnt to park ski in his 50s, we're gonna be talking flow research, and loads more!You can follow what Steven is up to on Instagram @stevenkotler and be sure to check out his website stevenkotler.comLike what you hear?  Please consider subscribing on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and leave a short review. It takes less than 60 seconds, and it really makes a difference.The Rad Season Action Sports Podcast come out across all podcast players with a new episode every Monday.For show notes and past guests, please visit: radseason Past guests on The Rad Season Show include Chris Berkard, Stacy Peralta, Bob Haro, Gerry Lopez, Gary Fisher, Ingrid Backstrom, Graham Jarvis. Contact Rad Season On our website radseason.com On Instagram at radseason and olirussellcowan On LinkedIn at olirussellcowan Email us at info@radseason.com Thanks for listening & keep it rad!

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TODAY´S EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE FLOW RESEARCH COLLECTIVE Are you an entrepreneur, a leader, or a knowledge worker, who wants to harness the power of flow so you can get more done in less time with greater ease and accomplish your boldest professional goals faster? If you´ve answered this question with “hell yes” then our peak-performance training Zero to Dangerous may be a good fit for you. If this sounds of interest to you all you need to do is click the link below right now, pop in your application and one of our team members will be in touch with you very soon. https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/zero-to-dangerous/overview ABOUT THE GUEST: Steven Kotler is the Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective and a  world-renowned authority on human performance. He is also a New York Times best-selling author.  In this episode, Steven talks about his book “Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad” and his journey in flow and peak performance aging. He also talks about the importance of having a backup plan for getting into flow as one ages. Additionally, he discusses the concept of deliberate play versus deliberate practice in sports and how it can help individuals improve their skills. ABOUT THE EPISODE:  In this episode, you will learn about: 0:00 Intro 08:07 What GNAR Country is All About 11:49 Match Fit, Forgiveness, and Self-Forgiveness 14:55 The Old Idea Of Aging 17:05 Self-Forgiveness of Others 19:13 Incremental Improvements 22:27 The Deliberate Play Approach 27:15 How Stradivarius Inspired Steven To Write a Book 31:15 Conversations With The Godfather Of Flow 36:02 The Role of Flow as a Comedian 48:54 Steven's Philosophy on Nutrition       RESOURCES Steven Kotler  Website: https://www.stevenkotler.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steven-kotler-4305b110 Twitter: https://twitter.com/steven_kotler?lang=en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kotler.steven/?hl=en     Flow Research Collective's Social Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flowresearchcollective Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flowresearchcollective Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flowresearchcollective TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@achieveflow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/RiseofSuperman Twitter: https://twitter.com/thefrc_official Website: https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/

This week's conversation is with Steven Kotler, a best-selling author, journalist, and one of the world's leading experts on flow and human performance. Steven has spent three decades teaching people how to achieve peak performance, and of late, putting his own advice into practice as documented in his newest book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad. In it, Steven challenges us to test our own limits as he himself sets out to become an expert skier at age 53. Using his understanding of embodied cognition and flow science, he puts theories and his own body to the test in order to challenge the perceived limitations of peak performance as we get older. He's authored fourteen books, eleven of which are New York Times bestsellers. He's been nominated for a Pulitzer Prize twice, appeared in over 100 publications, and his work is translated into over 50 languages; and yet, Steven's appeal comes from far more than a list of very impressive accolades. While endeavoring to help others be at their best, he puts his own teaching into practice so his perspective isn't simply scientific, it's personal. As you'll find out in this conversation, Steven embodies true grit and refuses to allow getting older to hold him back from achieving his highest potential. I think we can all find inspiration in these insights from a real badass who's living life to the fullest and inviting you to do the same.-----You can WATCH this episode on our YouTube channel.Connect with us on our Instagram.For more information and shownotes from every episode, head to findingmastery.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

TODAY´S EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE FLOW RESEARCH COLLECTIVE Are you an entrepreneur, a leader, or a knowledge worker, who wants to harness the power of flow so you can get more done in less time with greater ease and accomplish your boldest professional goals faster? If you´ve answered this question with “hell yes” then our peak-performance training Zero to Dangerous may be a good fit for you. If this sounds of interest to you all you need to do is click the link below right now, pop in your application and one of our team members will be in touch with you very soon. https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/zero-to-dangerous/overview   ABOUT THE GUEST: Steven Kotler is the Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective and a  world-renowned authority on human performance. He is also a New York Times best-selling author. He has written several books on the topic of flow, a state of optimal performance where individuals experience increased productivity, creativity, and happiness. In this episode, Steven talks about flow triggers and how biology plays a bigger role in peak performance than personality. He also discusses the importance of setting high hard goals and breaking them down to achievable parts which provides a significant boost to motivation.   ABOUT THE EPISODE:  In this episode, you will learn about: 00:00 Intro 01:05 The Habit of Inferiority 2:47 The First High Performance Philosopher 06:27 How Nietzsche Defined "superman" 11:41 The Art of Impossible 15:47 Personality Scale vs. Biology Scale 28:26 High Hard Goal 38:44 Writing Tips for Beginners 44:06 Formative Years of Steven Kotler 52:29 Avoid Calcification of Imagination 57:44 Disaggreing to Agree 01:02:29 Craziest Performances Seen 01:07:26 Creativity Hacks   RESOURCES Website: https://www.stevenkotler.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steven-kotler-4305b110 Twitter: https://twitter.com/steven_kotler?lang=en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kotler.steven/?hl=en   Flow Research Collective's Social Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flowresearchcollective Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flowresearchcollective Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flowresearchcollective TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@achieveflow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/RiseofSuperman Twitter: https://twitter.com/thefrc_official Website: https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/ ‍ Steven Kotler, the founder and executive director of the Flow Research Collective, is one of the world's leading experts on human peak performance. He is an award-winning journalist and an author with over ten bestselling books.   Some of his works include: The Art of Impossible, The Future is Faster Than You Think, The Rise of Superman, Stealing Fire, and so much more! Look out for his latest upcoming book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad, where he debunks the old myths about aging and how you can boost your longevity through flow!  

Episode Summary:  On today's episode of SoulTalk, I am excited to have Steven Kotler for the second time. Steven is the executive director of The Flow Research Collective, an award-winning journalist, and a best-selling author of over a dozen books, including his most recent book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad. Today we focus mainly on his new book, Steven takes us through the correlation between learning new skills, aging, and happiness. He gives us guidance on how to get into the flow and perform at our peak regardless of age. Our modern society views aging as a process of decline, as it relates to our physical and mental health. He gives us actionable takeaways regarding activities that can help cultivate the mastery of our creativity while aging. He shines a light on our misconceptions about growing old while advising us to push beyond our limitations. If you want to thrive and feel more alive as you age? Then listen to today's episode and learn how to sustain high levels of performance regardless of age. Timestamps: (00:02:12) - What inspired Steve's new book? (00:05:06) - Understanding how to get into flow state. (00:11:58) - The aging protocol. (00:24:07) - Phases of the flow state. (00:37:53) - The recovery that happens at the research collective. (00:42:02) - The keys to getting a peak performance. In This Episode You Will Learn:   How to acknowledge and embrace the changes that happen as we grow older.   How to maximize your performance ability under stress.   Some simple activities that get you into the flow state The damage too much alcohol does to your peak performance. The power of community and its importance to your happiness. The important role of play in your brain health and staying youthful. Some Questions I Ask: What inspired the book? What does flow mean to you? Are there any other things in this recovery? Can anyone become intuitive? Is there an awakening happening around the world now? Useful Resources/ Links: Steven's new book: www.gnarcountry.com Flow Collective training and questions: www.getmoreflow.com Steven's URL: www.stevenkotler.com Steven's previous SoulTalk episode: https://kuteblackson.com/soultalk_podcast/steven-kotler/ Get in Touch: Email me at kuteblackson@kuteblackson.com Events with Kute Blackson: Join me on a life-changing journey in Bali this July 28 - August 8. Apply here: www.boundlessblissbali.com

TODAY´S EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE FLOW RESEARCH COLLECTIVE Are you an entrepreneur, a leader, or a knowledge worker, who wants to harness the power of flow so you can get more done in less time with greater ease and accomplish your boldest professional goals faster? If you´ve answered this question with “hell yes” then our peak-performance training Zero to Dangerous may be a good fit for you. If this sounds of interest to you all you need to do is click the link below right now, pop in your application and one of our team members will be in touch with you very soon. https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/zero-to-dangerous/overview   ABOUT THE GUEST: Paul F. Austin is one of the most prominent voices in the world of psychedelics. As the founder of Third Wave, he has educated millions on the importance of safe and effective psychedelic experiences. A pioneer at the intersection of microdosing, personal transformation, and professional success, he has been featured in Forbes, Rolling Stone, and the BBC's Worklife. In this episode Paul talks about how psychedelics can affect things like leadership, creativity, and relationships. He also talks about microdosing with psychedelics, specifically psilocybin and LSD, and how it can potentially be useful for achieving flow. Paul also discusses how psychedelics can help leaders to be more effective in collaboration and teamwork.   ABOUT THE EPISODE:  In this episode, you will learn about: 00:00 - Intro 02:55 - The Origin of Third Wave 09:20 - Vision and Goals of Third Wave 16:59 - The Benefits Of Microdosing 22:35 -  Why People Try Microdosing 26:06 - How Microdosing Enables Flow 34:56 - Building Connection Through Microdosing 40:14 - Psychedelics Trigger Group Flow 43:28 - Integrating  Microdosing In The Corporate World 50:27 - Psychedelic Coach Certification Program     RESOURCES Paul Austin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paulaustin3w/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/PaulAustin3w   Third Wave Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thirdwaveishere Twitter: https://twitter.com/thirdwaveishere Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thirdwaveishere/   Flow Research Collective's Social Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flowresearchcollective Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flowresearchcollective Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flowresearchcollective TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@achieveflow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/RiseofSuperman Twitter: https://twitter.com/thefrc_official Website: https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/ ‍ Steven Kotler, the founder and executive director of the Flow Research Collective, is one of the world's leading experts on human peak performance. He is an award-winning journalist and an author with over ten bestselling books.   Some of his works include: The Art of Impossible, The Future is Faster Than You Think, The Rise of Superman, Stealing Fire, and so much more! Look out for his latest upcoming book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad, where he debunks the old myths about aging and how you can boost your longevity through flow!

This podcast hit paid subscribers' inboxes on April 22. It dropped for free subscribers on April 25. To receive future pods as soon as they're live, and to support independent ski journalism, please consider an upgrade to a paid subscription. You can also subscribe for free below:WhoDoug Fish, president and founder of the Indy PassRecorded onThe majority of this conversation took place on April 3, 2023. Three days later, I left for a Montana ski trip, with the intent of releasing this either on the trip or when I returned. A week later, however, news broke that Indy would (at least temporarily) cease pass sales for 2023-24 products on April 11, making a small portion of our conversation irrelevant. Fish and I then recorded a new segment focused specifically on the decision to halt pass sales, on April 20, 2023. This section also includes a recap of the top 10 Indy Pass resorts for the 2022-23 ski season.About the Indy PassIndy Pass is the coolest thing going. If Indy were a person, everyone would gloss him “IP.” In the ‘80s, IP would have rolled in a Firebird with T-tops off and a flame-eagle emblazoned upon the hood. Or in a door-less Jeep with his boys gripping the rollbar, feathered-hair and sunglasses cool. Or rocking a skateboard, Walkman, and jean jacket, Michael J. Fox-style, transforming into a werewolf or traveling through time in a f*****g DeLorean. IP's not the most popular kid. In fact the cool kids, in their poloshirts and loafers, don't care much for the interloper at all. But we all see a bit of ourselves in the young rogue, middle finger aimed at the social-status gatekeepers and their lackies, flouting conventions of deference and sobriety, in possession of secret powers that will scare them once they know. IP is our hero because we are him. Or he's a supercharged superhero cartoon version of us. Or because he is whatever the hell he wants to be. IP rules!Or, if that doesn't work for you, how about this: IP is a season-long ski product that delivers up to 210 days of alpine skiing for four dollars more than the price of a one-day walk-up peak-day lift ticket at Vail or Beaver Creek. “Yeah but it's not Vail or Beaver Creek, Man – don't you get that?” I sure do, Biff. And I love both mountains, but give me the choice of one serving of caviar or a pizza every day all season long, and I gotta roll pizza, my friend (this is the 2022-23 roster; ignore the prices, ignore the blackouts. The robots are still fighting my efforts to update this chart for 2023-24. The only ski area that we know will change as of now is Snow Valley, which ran off with the Ikon Pass):More partners are inbound. Perhaps not as many as the 58 new ski areas (25 alpine, 19 cross-country, and 14 Allied), that signed onto Indy over the 2022 offseason. But I already have a partial list, and it will be at least a dozen. Perhaps many more as Indy looks to turboboost its XC roster.Too bad you already missed the best price: $279 for renewing passholders, $299 for waitlistees, $319 for the disorganized masses. Indy is currently off sale. It may come back in the fall. How will you know? Subscribe to their notifications, and they will send you eight to 12 emails and texts per day about it once the time comes. In the meantime, activate learning mode and enjoy this IP 101.Why I interviewed himDoug Fish is one of skiing's class acts. He's built a product that works. For skiers, for ski area operators, and for him and everyone working for him. This is not Liftopia 2.0, an online discount center where money falls into a blackhole. When you buy an Indy Pass, 15 percent of that money goes to Indy, the other 85 percent goes directly to the ski areas. You get a bargain, they get paid. Everyone wins.This whole thing could have been a scam. Or a crock. Or a fiasco. It could have disintegrated in a storm of partner and passholder anger over dysfunctional tech or missing paychecks or unregistered skier accounts. It could have been Fyre Ski – show up and there's nothing there.That was my fear the first time I cashed in my Indy Pass, at Caberfae, Michigan, on Friday, Nov. 29, 2019. I approached the ticket window and informed the clerk that I had an Indy Pass. She stared at me as though I'd just asked her which way to the kitten fur-hat section. Indy had just launched – I probably redeemed the first lift ticket in the ski area's history. But Pete Meyer, part-owner and GM, was standing right behind her, and he nodded and I nodded (this was the month after The Storm launched, and we were not yet acquainted), and I attached my metal wicket ticket to my jacket and went skiing.I've never had an issue cashing in an Indy Pass ticket since. Neither has anyone else that I've talked to. That's why the passholder base is exploding to the point that Indy has suspended sales. And that consistency – in the form of (mostly) hassle-free redemptions and steady paychecks, is why 104 out of 105 alpine partners are returning to the pass for the 2022-23 ski season. The only exception is Snow Valley, a two-season partner that surely would have returned had it not been devoured by Alterra Mountain Company and notched into the Ikon Pass ammo belt.For someone who has built something so transcendent, Fish remains modest and humble, at least in his public dealings and those with the media. He answers texts and emails. He takes hard questions. He owns his mistakes. He fulfills his promises. He gives everything he has to making this thing that he created work.The Indy Pass could have come from just about anywhere. It could have been a monetized version of the Powder Alliance or sprung from an alt-world Liftopia or formed from a regurgitated M.A.X. Pass or been some sort of quirky Wal-Mart version of a 1980s Christmas catalogue special G.I. Joe boxset – a cool niche product that is kind of hard to get but coveted by those whose existence is defined by their fringe knowledge.That IP came from Portland Doug, with his West Coast chill and self-aware need to preserve peace in Skidom – and, by extension, his own reputation – is a blessing to us all. This career marketing guy with a love of Hood pow and a knack for actualizing good ideas turned out to be exactly the shepherd indie skiing needed.Because of this remarkable thing Fish has created, he's been on the podcast four times. But I've never bothered asking about his story until now. Who is this person that spun the Indy Pass out of his imagination? Where did he come from, and why did he turn out to be the proper hero for the moment, not only creating this ark but steering it through the asteroid belts of Covid and evergrowing Epkon Pass sales? That's a big part of what I was after here, and Fish, as always, delivered.What we talked aboutWhy Fish sold the Indy Pass, how he's feeling about it, and what his role is now; “the only reason you start a business is to someday sell it”; the hardest part of walking away from Indy; the highs and lows of creating and managing the Indy Pass; Indy's mass adoption; Entabeni Systems, Indy's new owner; Indy's plan to massively expand its Nordic program; the first year of Indy XC; the most popular Indy XC resorts; how close Indy was to partnering with a tech company other than Entabeni, how Entabeni won the contract, and how that switch set Indy up for long-term business success; the first non-Western ski area to join Indy; what may or may not change in how the Indy Pass works; how often skiers actually use their Indy Passes; the surprising ownership alternative that Fish considered for Indy; the challenge of scaling the Indy Pass from 10 partners to 139 in four years; the impact of Indy's 40 percent  2021-22 price increase in retrospect; comparing what the Indy Pass is currently to what Fish thought the Indy Pass would be five years ago; whether we could see more density in already-dense Indy regions; are oversold Epic and Ikon passes benefitting Indy?; can Indy Pass last a decade or longer?; what could ruin the pass; Portland and the Mt. Hood ski scene, in the 1960s and now; “if you envy someone for what they do, then you should be doing that thing”; the advantage of starting something huge in your 60s; why Indy will switch to a physical pass for the 2023-24 ski season; how Indy has been able to largely retain its ski area partner roster and how important that is; how Jay Peak changed the pass forever; why Indy Pass signs one-year contracts with its partners, and whether that could change; oh Dear Lord what have I done I used the word “brand equity” without irony sorry; what would have happened had Indy lost Jay; why Indy kept Jay even though it is now part of a small ski area conglomerate; whether Jay owner Pacific Group Resorts could add any of its other five ski areas to Indy; why Indy may not announce any new partners until fall; what Indy Pass blackout tiers will look like for the 2023-24 ski season; how Indy Passes sold during the renewal, waitlist, and general public sales periods; why Indy limited and ultimately cut off pass sales for the 2023-24 ski season; the problem that blackouts can't solve; trying not to break the machine; how Indy will determine whether passes will go back on sale in the fall; new partners inbound; the top 10 Indy Pass partners by number of redemptions for the 2022-23 ski season; and the newest member of the Indy top 10 club.Why I thought that now was a good time for this interviewFish appears on the podcast as regularly as the snow melts.May 27, 2020 (Storm Skiing Podcast #16):April 27, 2021 (Storm Skiing Podcast # 45):May 9, 2022 (Storm Skiing Podcast #85):So every 40 podcasts or so. And here he is, back again exactly on cue, with podcast number 125. He would have been here no matter what, to discuss the ever-evolving, ever-fascinating Indy Pass. We could probably fill an hour every month of the year. But this year is different: in March, Fish sold Indy Pass to longtime tech partner Entabeni Systems. Wow. It seemed like IP just rolled into the party. And now all this. What gives, man? And why can't my boy Stiles scoop up an Indy just because he was busy picking out his new speakers at the boombox store for the past three weeks? And why are you mailing me a pass like it really is 1985? And do I still get my two days at Jay Peak? And when are you actually gonna add Tahoe man cause my cousin said it was sick out there? And since you're mailing a pass can you throw in some stickers Brah? So much to dig into.Why you should consider the Indy PassWell do you like skiing? Do you like selling your grandmother's heirloom candlesticks to pay for skiing (terrible example, actually, as candles and all related paraphernalia out to be recycled into a giant bouncy ball and shot into space to create a second moon). If you answered “yes” to the first question and “no” to the second, then the Indy Pass might be for you.One of the worst takes in skiing is that there's nothing on the Indy Pass “worth” traveling out West for. I would have to walk into a McDonald's and observe people eating their rancid food to witness a dumber idea. Indy's northern Rockies kingdom is stacked with launchpads larger than anything in New England: Mission Ridge, 2,250 vertical feet on 2,000 acres of skiable terrain; Mt. Hood Meadows, 2,777 feet/2,150 acres; Lost Trail, 1,800 feet/1,800 acres; Brundage, 1,921 feet/1,920 acres.That's just the start of the list. If you're an eastern or Midwestern skier who lives anywhere within the Indy orbit, this one super-cheapo discount product can give you an over-the-top amazing ski season. Buy an Indy Pass. Then hit all your locals. Then hit them all again. Then fly or drive of #VanLife your way west and loop the circuit. You get the western pow and the western vibe and the wide-open western glades without the western destination-town alienation and crowds.For years I was that guy who flew west and blew right past Loveland on my way to Copper or Keystone or Breck or Vail. But I'm not that guy anymore. I still love – will always love – the megaresorts of the American West. But last week, after an outstanding six days at Big Sky, I angled east toward Red Lodge, seated on the Montana side of Beartooth Pass. It was sprawling, gorgeous, glorious and empty. Admittedly, the conditions kind of sucked. But they'd sucked the day before at Big Sky too – a storm had cargoed in three inches after a big thaw. Dust-on-crust? More like dust-on-concrete. But that, according to everyone I spoke with at both ski areas, had been the first thaw all winter. This is Montana high country, oases rising out of the flats. The architecture of the mountains, the dreamily spaced trees, the steady fall lines, the broad ski-everything kingdom, promised something glorious another day.I found it the next day, at Great Divide, a little-known but riotous locals' bump off I-15 outside of Helena. A 1,500-foot vertical drop on 1,600 acres, split into three or four treed bowls served by open-basket Riblet doubles. Four or five inches from an overnight storm, mostly smooth base below. A half-dozen whooping runs. What felt like limitless lines. No liftlines at all. Even on a Saturday. Just skiing. Skiing skiing skiing. All day long in the Montana backwoods.Great Divide is not an Indy Pass partner, but it could (and should) be. Family-owned, rich in vibe and attitude, complex and glorious in its sprawling terrain, empty of pretense and a knick-knack souvenir veneer. If you want a cheeseburger, it's $8.50. If you want a T-shirt, you buy it in the rental shop, which is also the ticket desk, which also appears to be the main office. There's a good chance one of the four owners will be there working the register. I think this is what Fish means when he describes a mountain as “authentic.” Which seems to mean people running a ski area like it's a family sandwich shop, with everyone doing what they can at all times to make it work.This version of skiing is not for everyone. Some people really want that #ExperienceOfALifetime hashtag on their Instapost. But if you're a little bit over that, or just want a break from it once in a while, well, jump on that IP email list and plan to pick one up this fall.Podcast NotesOn retro IndyRetro Indy is a funny notion, as the website flipped live less than a goldfish's lifetime ago. But a look at this landing page, captured by the Wayback Machine on March 17, 2019, underscores how fast Indy has grown:On SnowvanaFish talked about his Northwest “stoke festival,” Snowvana, which has become an annual Portland tradition. You can learn about it here.On Peak Performance agingOn a 10-hour drive from South Tahoe to San Diego last month, I streamed an episode of The Reinvention Project with Jim Rome that featured author Steven Kotler. He'd recently written a book called Growing Old, Staying Rad, which exposes myths around physical and mental degeneration and aging. One giant takeaway: your skills only decline if you let them. I brought this up in the context of Doug's career because he created the Indy Pass at age 62, a cultural waypoint at which most Americans are hypnotized to believe their most productive time is past them. And here Fish creates one of the greatest products in skiing in his seventh decade. It's a remarkable anecdote that proves Kotler's point and underscores the incredible power of moving forever forward.I have been listening to Jim Rome's daily sports talk radio show for decades, and my interview style largely mimics his. This one is well worth a listen if you're at all interested in aging with style:On the Indy Pass top 10In the podcast, Fish lays out the top-10 most-redeemed Indy Pass ski areas for the 2022-23 ski season. Here they are:1)    Jay Peak2)    Waterville Valley3)    Cannon Mountain4)    Pats Peak5)    Bolton Valley6)    Saddleback7)    Magic Mountain8)    Berkshire East9)    Powder Mountain10) Lutsen MountainsAnd here's what the list looks like year-by-year since Indy's inaugural season:Most of the sliding around between this season and last can be attributed to blackout dates: Lutsen and Pats Peak increased theirs and thus slid in the rankings. Cannon reduced theirs and so advanced. And then there's Saddleback:On Saddleback blackoutsFish notes that Saddleback was a first-time entrant into the Indy Pass top 10. There was no mystery as to why: “A lot of resorts in New England added blackouts, Saddleback took theirs away,” for the 2021-22 ski season, Fish tells me on the podcast.Saddleback General Manager Jim Quimby and I discussed exactly this, and how crucial Indy Pass has been to the mountain's renaissance since re-opening in 2020 after a five-year closure, in our recent podcast conversation (1:28):Honestly though just listen to the whole thing. Quimby delivers the rich history of Saddleback with an unforgettable series of anecdotes, reflections, and emotion. One of the best episodes I have to offer.The Storm explores the world of lift-served skiing all year long. Join us.The Storm publishes year-round, and guarantees 100 articles per year. This is article 38/100 in 2023, and number 424 since launching on Oct. 13, 2019. Want to send feedback? Reply to this email and I will answer (unless you sound insane, or, more likely, I just get busy). You can also email skiing@substack.com. 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TODAY´S EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE FLOW RESEARCH COLLECTIVE Are you an entrepreneur, a leader, or a knowledge worker, who wants to harness the power of flow so you can get more done in less time with greater ease and accomplish your boldest professional goals faster? If you´ve answered this question with “hell yes” then our peak-performance training Zero to Dangerous may be a good fit for you. If this sounds of interest to you all you need to do is click the link below right now, pop in your application and one of our team members will be in touch with you very soon. https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/zero-to-dangerous/overview   ABOUT THE GUEST: David Teece is an economist, entrepreneur, and professor of global business at the Haas School of Business at the University of California, Berkeley. He has made significant contributions to the fields of innovation, competition policy, and intellectual property, and is the author of several books and articles. In this episode, he talks about his framework for dynamic capabilities and how you can build your enterprise and keep it going. He also talks about finding purpose in tumultuous times. David also discusses how removing clutter can help you increase productivity and achieve peak performance.   Teddy Teece is an intergenerational and adventure coach who works with nature to facilitate growth, inner process and embodied awareness in business families and their rising NextGen leaders. He has founded three companies – one in his second home of New Zealand and the others in New York and California – in travel tech, legal finance, and family business consulting respectively.   In this episode, he talks about the power of group flow and how it can increase productivity and deliver value to clients and customers. He also talks about the importance of dual role diversity and how it can help to achieve group flow.   ABOUT THE EPISODE:  In this episode, you will learn about: 00:00 Intro 02:29 Teddy and David's Backstory 06:33 The Role of Flow in David and Teddy's Lives 11:27 Finding Purpose Amidst Turmoil 17:21 Systematizing High-Functioning Teams 21:16 Dynamic Capabilities 26:38 Coaching Leaders In The VUCA Era 33:02 Fostering An Entrepreneurial Culture 37:58 Creating a Culture that Allows Mistakes 45:17 Being Intentional In Cultivating Culture 49:00 Technology's Role in Organizational Agility 52:08 Unlocking Leadership Potential 55:06 Hiring Approach to Get the Best 59:33 Upcoming Projects Of David & Teddy     RESOURCES LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidteece/ Website: https://www.davidjteece.com/ Flow Research Collective's Social Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flowresearchcollective Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flowresearchcollective Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flowresearchcollective TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@achieveflow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/RiseofSuperman Twitter: https://twitter.com/thefrc_official Website: https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/ ‍ Steven Kotler, the founder and executive director of the Flow Research Collective, is one of the world's leading experts on human peak performance. He is an award-winning journalist and an author with over ten bestselling books.   Some of his works include: The Art of Impossible, The Future is Faster Than You Think, The Rise of Superman, Stealing Fire, and so much more! Look out for his latest upcoming book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad, where he debunks the old myths about aging and how you can boost your longevity through flow!

TODAY´S EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE FLOW RESEARCH COLLECTIVE Are you an entrepreneur, a leader, or a knowledge worker, who wants to harness the power of flow so you can get more done in less time with greater ease and accomplish your boldest professional goals faster? If you´ve answered this question with “hell yes” then our peak-performance training Zero to Dangerous may be a good fit for you. If this sounds of interest to you all you need to do is click here right now, pop in your application and one of our team members will be in touch with you very soon.   ABOUT THE GUEST: Steven Kotler is a New York Times bestselling author, an award-winning journalist, and the Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective. He is one of the world's leading experts on human performance. In this episode, he talks about attaining peak performance as we age by dealing with personal forgiveness and traumas of the past and how flow amplifies performance and is deeply tied to adult development and successful aging. Steven also shares his insights  on how peripheral vision and resilience can be used to overcome fear and achieve optimal performance.   ABOUT THE EPISODE:  In this episode, you will learn about: 00:00 - Intro 5:09 - Sustaining Peak Performance 12:05 - Steven's Journey in Meditation 19:30 - Flow and Aging: Exploring the Connection 26:17 Overcoming Fear for Optimal Performance 39:24 - Overcoming Childhood Trauma for Peak Performance 48:18 - Achieving Peak Performance in Aging 51:00 - Importance of Leg Strength for Aging and Longevity 57:11 - Tips for Achieving Peak Performance and Healthy Aging   RESOURCES LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steven-kotler Website: https://www.stevenkotler.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kotler.steven/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/steven_kotler   Flow Research Collective's Social Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flowresearchcollective Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flowresearchcollective Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flowresearchcollective TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@achieveflow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/RiseofSuperman Twitter: https://twitter.com/thefrc_official Website: https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/ ‍ Steven Kotler, the founder and executive director of the Flow Research Collective, is one of the world's leading experts on human peak performance. He is an award-winning journalist and an author with over ten bestselling books.   Some of his works include: The Art of Impossible, The Future is Faster Than You Think, The Rise of Superman, Stealing Fire, and so much more! Look out for his latest upcoming book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad, where he debunks the old myths about aging and how you can boost your longevity through flow!

TODAY´S EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE FLOW RESEARCH COLLECTIVE Are you an entrepreneur, a leader, or a knowledge worker, who wants to harness the power of flow so you can get more done in less time with greater ease and accomplish your boldest professional goals faster? If you´ve answered this question with “hell yes” then our peak-performance training Zero to Dangerous may be a good fit for you. If this sounds of interest to you all you need to do is click here right now, pop in your application and one of our team members will be in touch with you very soon.   ABOUT THE GUEST: Ronan Harrington is a keynote speaker and expert on the neuroscience of resilience, advising major institutions and organizations on how to create healthy, high-performance cultures.  In this episode, he talks about the hidden burnout trajectory that many people are unknowingly on and providing practical tools grounded in the science of resilience to operate at peak performance without compromising health.  Ronan expounds on burnout and the importance of taking enough rest to achieve peak performance. He also shares strategies on how to rise up from a burnout and its difference from exhaustion, and the importance of regulating your mental health for optimal performance.    ABOUT THE EPISODE:  In this episode, you will learn about: (00:00) Intro (02:21) Ronan's Origin Story (08:17) Window Tolerance (09:57) The Idea in Resilience (15:53) Introducing the Ronan Theory (18:00) Endurance Culture (23:32) Importance of Recovery (26:03) The Difference between Burnout and Exhaustion (32:28) Social Stigma Around Burnout (34:47) Cosmetic Resilience (36:01) Systemic Cultural Burnout (37:54) The Work hierarchy (41:11) The Paradigm Shift (43:03) Battle of the Generations in the Workplace (48:06) Ronan's recommendation for fighting burnout (51:48) Boundary Setting Is not a "NO" (55:22) Importance of Measuring in the Workplace RESOURCES LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/ronanharrington Website: https://www.ronanharrington.co/ Flow Research Collective's Social Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flowresearchcollective Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flowresearchcollective Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flowresearchcollective TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@achieveflow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/RiseofSuperman Twitter: https://twitter.com/thefrc_official Website: https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/ ‍ Steven Kotler, the founder and executive director of the Flow Research Collective, is one of the world's leading experts on human peak performance. He is an award-winning journalist and an author with over ten bestselling books.   Some of his works include: The Art of Impossible, The Future is Faster Than You Think, The Rise of Superman, Stealing Fire, and so much more! Look out for his latest upcoming book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad, where he debunks the old myths about aging and how you can boost your longevity through flow!  

Steven Kotler is a New York Times bestselling author, an award-winning journalist, and the Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective. He is one of the world's leading experts on human performance. Steven is the author of eleven bestsellers (out of fourteen books), including The Art of Impossible, The Future is Faster Than You Think, Stealing Fire, The Rise of Superman, Bold and Abundance. His work has been nominated for two Pulitzer Prizes, translated into over 50 languages, and has appeared in over 100 publications, including the New York Times Magazine, Wired, Atlantic Monthly, Wall Street Journal, TIME, and the Harvard Business Review. Alongside his wife, author Joy Nicholson, he is also the co-founder of The Buddy Sue Hospice Home for Old Dogs, a canine elder care facility, and Rancho de Chihuahua, a dog rescue and sanctuary. On this episode, Steven shares his one way ticket to “flow”. In the course of the conversation, he describes what flow is, its importance, and how people can get into flow. Plus, he dives into peak performance aging as reflected in his latest book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad. This is truly a wide ranging dialogue where everything from “loving kindness meditation” to ageism in hiring, to even the problems of posting photos while traveling are discussed. Steven is just one of the exceptional individuals featured on the podcast where Host Steven Shalowitz explores with his guest where they would go if given a one way ticket, no coming back! Their destinations may be in the past, present, future, real, imaginary or state of mind.  Steven's guests have included: Nobel Peace Prize Winner, President Jose Ramos-Horta; General David H. Petraeus, US Army (Ret.); Legendary Talk Show Host, Dick Cavett; Law Professor, Alan Dershowitz; Fashion Expert, Tim Gunn; Broadcast Legend, Charles Osgood; International Rescue Committee President & CEO, David Miliband; Former United States Senator, Joseph I. Lieberman; Playwright, David Henry Hwang; Journalist-Humorist-Actor, Mo Rocca; SkyBridge Capital Founder & Co-Managing Partner, Anthony Scaramucci; Abercrombie & Kent Founder, Geoffrey Kent; Travel Expert, Pauline Frommer, as well as leading photographers, artists, chefs, writers, intellectuals, etc.

TODAY´S EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE FLOW RESEARCH COLLECTIVE Are you an entrepreneur, a leader, or a knowledge worker, who wants to harness the power of flow so you can get more done in less time with greater ease and accomplish your boldest professional goals faster? If you´ve answered this question with “hell yes” then our peak-performance training Zero to Dangerous may be a good fit for you. If this sounds interesting to you all you need to do is click here right now, pop in your application and one of our team members will be in touch with you very soon.   ABOUT THE GUEST: Get ready to unlock the secrets of peak performance aging and defy the natural aging process with grace!   In this episode, the spotlight is on the captivating world of staying rad as one grows old. The conversation revolves around Steven Kotler's book, "Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad," and how mindset, exploration, and social engagement can play a critical role in keeping cognitive function sharp.   Listeners will discover how to find the perfect training partner, unleash their creativity, and tap into the power of wisdom. The discussion also explores the fascinating role of embodied cognition and flow in achieving success.   Don't let age hold you back - tune in now to learn how to live your best life at any age! ABOUT THE EPISODE:  In this episode, you will learn about: Time Stamps: 00:00 Intro 02:01 The Long Slow Rot Theory 04:52 Steven's Opening Statement For Gnar Country 07:57 The Peak Performance Aging Experiment 12:15 Recovery As You Age  15:17 Developing New Thinking Styles  21:26 Mindset & Aging 24:32 Getting Creative In Your Fifties  27:52 Strategies To Age Well 32:49 Flow Proneness Changes Overtime 35:21 Accessing Flow In Your Later Years 40:40 Action Sports Are Anti-Aging 45:16 Working Memory Is Trainable 50:39 Effects of Short-formed Articles On Aging 53:02 Getting Into Flow State When Reading 55:03 Keeping Curiosity Alive   Steven Kotler's Social Links:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevenkotler/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KotlerSteven/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/steven_kotler  Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steven-kotler-4305b110/  Gnar Country: https://www.gnarcountry.com/    Flow Research Collective's Social Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flowresearchcollective Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flowresearchcollective Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flowresearchcollective TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@achieveflow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/RiseofSuperman Twitter: https://twitter.com/thefrc_official Website: https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/ ‍ Steven Kotler, the founder and executive director of the Flow Research Collective, is one of the world's leading experts on human peak performance. He is an award-winning journalist and an author with over ten bestselling books.   Some of his works include: The Art of Impossible, The Future is Faster Than You Think, The Rise of Superman, Stealing Fire, and so much more! Look out for his latest upcoming book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad, where he debunks the old myths about aging and how you can boost your longevity through flow!

Returning for this podcast is New York Times bestselling author, award-winning journalist, and the Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective, Steven Kotler. I am so happy and honored to have him back here and discuss his new book entitled Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad, among other things.

TODAY´S EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE FLOW RESEARCH COLLECTIVE Are you an entrepreneur, a leader, or a knowledge worker, who wants to harness the power of flow so you can get more done in less time with greater ease and accomplish your boldest professional goals faster? If you´ve answered this question with “hell yes” then our peak-performance training Zero to Dangerous may be a good fit for you. If this sounds of interest to you all you need to do is click here right now, pop in your application and one of our team members will be in touch with you very soon.   ABOUT THE GUEST: "Integration" involves connecting different parts of ourselves and our experiences. How can this help in achieving a greater sense of well-being and fulfillment?   Dr. Dan Siegel is a clinical professor of psychiatry at the UCLA School of Medicine and the founding co-director of the Mindful Awareness Research Center at UCLA. He is also a bestselling author and a prominent figure in the field of interpersonal neurobiology, which is the study of how the brain and relationships interact to shape our mental and physical health.   In this episode, Dr. Siegel shares his insights on the mind's definition and its four facets, including self-organization, integration, energy flow, and relationships. He explains how the mind is more than just brain activity and highlights the crucial role of self-organization in creating optimal health.   Tune in to this fascinating conversation and gain a deeper understanding of the mind!    In this episode, you will learn about: (0:00) Intro (0:18) Definition of Mind (7:03) Chaos and Rigidity (11:29) Heightened Level of Integrated Flow (15:30) Integrative Experience of Morality (17:51) The Disassociative Barrier (20:14) Disassociating Parts of the Self (28:23) Interpersonal Neurobiology (37:01) Self is an Energy Flow (44:02) The Right Balance of the Self (50:10) The Wheel of Awareness   RESOURCES Website: https://drdansiegel.com/   Flow Research Collective's Social Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flowresearchcollective Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flowresearchcollective Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flowresearchcollective TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@achieveflow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/RiseofSuperman Twitter: https://twitter.com/thefrc_official Website: https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/ ‍ Steven Kotler, the founder and executive director of the Flow Research Collective, is one of the world's leading experts on human peak performance. He is an award-winning journalist and an author with over ten bestselling books.   Some of his works include: The Art of Impossible, The Future is Faster Than You Think, The Rise of Superman, Stealing Fire, and so much more! Look out for his latest upcoming book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad, where he debunks the old myths about aging and how you can boost your longevity through flow!

Steven Kotler is a New York Times bestselling author, an award-winning journalist, a flow researcher, and the Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective who joined us for our 30th episode (and start of Techonomics Season 3) to discuss his new book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad. Steven has numerous other books like The Rise of Superman, The Art of the Impossible, and Stealing Fire that encompass Steven's work in flow and high performance. This is a special episode for Arun and I, not just because we love skiing and trying to find our own peak flow states, but because when we first met Arun recommended the book The Rise of Superman -- that catalyzed our friendship and Techonomics would not be where it is today as a result. Big thanks to Steven for coming on the podcast. We know you'll enjoy. Music: Hipjazz and Dreams from Bensound.com

Steven Kotler is a New York Times bestselling author, an award-winning journalist, and the Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective. He is one of the world's leading experts on human performance and is the author of 11 bestselling books (out of 14!!!). His work has been nominated for two Pulitzer Prizes. Steven's newest book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad, is available now. Find out more about Steven at stevenkotler.com and gnarcountry.com. Support the Show - Become a Patron! Help us grow and become a Patron today: https://www.patreon.com/smartpeoplepodcast Sponsors: Huel – Get a free t-shirt and shaker with your first order by going to huel.com/smart. Notion - For a limited time, try Notion AI for free when you go to notion.com/smart. Wonolo – Head over to wonolo.com/smart and learn how Wonolo makes finding hard workers easy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

TODAY´S EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE FLOW RESEARCH COLLECTIVE Are you an entrepreneur, a leader, or a knowledge worker, who wants to harness the power of flow so you can get more done in less time with greater ease and accomplish your boldest professional goals faster? If you´ve answered this question with “hell yes” then our peak-performance training Zero to Dangerous may be a good fit for you. If this sounds of interest to you all you need to do is click here right now, pop in your application and one of our team members will be in touch with you very soon.   ABOUT THE GUEST: Are you looking for ways to improve your productivity and get into flow while leading an organization?    Josh Gryniewicz is a master storyteller and founder of Odd Duck, a company where he combines his passions for storytelling and making a positive impact in the world.   In this episode, Josh shares his top productivity hacks as a business owner, including how he implements group flow for his employees. He also discusses how he was able to implement the insights he gained from Flow Research Collective's multiple trainings as a writer, storyteller, and business leader, resulting in a triple return on investment.   Whether you're an entrepreneur, manager, or creative professional, you'll find valuable insights and practical strategies in this episode to help you achieve your goals and enhance your performance.    Tune in now to hear from one of the most innovative and inspiring voices in the world of social change and creativity.   ABOUT THE EPISODE:  In this episode, you will learn about: (00:00) Intro  (00:47) Josh's Massively Transformative Purpose (03:28) Josh's Flow Origin Story (10:56) How To Sustain Productivity (13:53) What None-Time Is  (20:35) Josh's R.O.I From Training With FRC (23:35) What Flow Looks Like In A Day (26:50) Tactics To Preserve Deep Work Time (36:58) Goal-Setting As A Leader  (46:05) The Power Of Storytelling (57:16) The Next Chapter For Josh & Odd Duck (59:02) Peak Performance Advice   RESOURCES LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jgryniewicz/  Website: https://oddduck.io/     Flow Research Collective's Social Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flowresearchcollective Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flowresearchcollective Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flowresearchcollective TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@achieveflow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/RiseofSuperman Twitter: https://twitter.com/thefrc_official Website: https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/ ‍ Steven Kotler, the founder and executive director of the Flow Research Collective, is one of the world's leading experts on human peak performance. He is an award-winning journalist and an author with over ten bestselling books.   Some of his works include: The Art of Impossible, The Future is Faster Than You Think, The Rise of Superman, Stealing Fire, and so much more! Look out for his latest upcoming book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad, where he debunks the old myths about aging and how you can boost your longevity through flow!

Old dogs can learn new tricks. And humans can thrive in the later years of life. We discuss Steven Kotler's new book Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad, where he explodes our fixed mindset around aging, inviting us all to rethink Possibility as we age. Steven, a world-renowned expert in flow science and peak human performance, imparts many actionable strategies to help us massively level up our games for more accelerated learning, elevated creativity & expansive productivity.    Show Notes Steven Kotler:    We discuss;   -Inspiration behind Gnar Country [5:30] -Steven's ambition to learn park skiing [11:00] -Peak performance aging study [13:00] -If first you don't succeed, start again one level higher [18:00] -Feeling shame and processing trauma for greater flow state [22:30] -Peak performance mindset [29:00] -Multi-tooled solutions and stacked protocols [31:30] -Flow requires recovery [35:00] -TV & Alcohol block flow [38:00] -Rules for flow [49:00] -Success in dangerous environments is knowing the line between fear and too much fear [50:30]   Gnar Country website: https://www.gnarcountry.com A Strange Experiment in Peak Performance Aging video: https://www.gnarcountry.com/gnar-country-experiment   To Connect with Steven Kotler:  instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevenkotler/?hl=en twitter: https://twitter.com/steven_kotler?lang=en facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KotlerSteven/ linked in: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steven-kotler-4305b110/   Worth The Fight Links: IG: @worththefightbook www.worththefightbook.org 

Is it possible to unlock new levels of flow, performance, and learning as you age? Have you heard the saying, “You can't teach an old dog new tricks?” Do you believe that there's nothing you can do to stop your physical and mental skills from deteriorating as you get older? If you do, you're not alone. But these are nothing more than LIEs based on old ideas. I'm thrilled to have Steven Kotler on our show today. Steven is the Executive Director of The Flow Research Collective, an award-winning journalist, and bestselling author of over a dozen books. He's here to talk about his latest book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad. You can't do anything about growing older. But you can grow better. Research shows that if you're losing skills as you age, it's because you simply aren't using them. If you want to sustain high levels of performance later and longer in life, this episode is for you. ***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.***

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If you're interested in human performance and personal growth, I highly recommend checking out this episode with Steven Kotler.  He has been studying human performance for over 30 years and has taught hundreds of thousands of people how to achieve peak performance evolved around Steven's latest book, Gnar Country, which addresses how to stay "rad" as you grow older. As someone who's pushing 50, I found Steven's insights on aging and how to maintain a sense of vitality fascinating, and I'm sure many listeners will find them useful as well. Steven shares his own experiences and struggles as we dive into Gnar Country, which is filled with valuable insights and practical advice for anyone looking to maintain their edge as they grow older. This conversation was a great reminder that it's never too late to pursue your passions and stay "rad" as you age. I hope you find it as engaging and thought-provoking as I did. Links Worth Exploring Connect with Steven: Website | Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn Buy Steven's book Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad Related Conversation: Episode 367: Peak Performing Flow with Steven Kotler Related Blog Post: Why it's Important to Find Joy in Your Work Thanks to all of the sponsors of this episode. You can find all of the sponsors you heard me mention on this episode on our Podcast Sponsors page. Want to support the podcast? Beyond checking out our sponsors, you can subscribe to the show wherever you listen to podcasts. Click on any of the links below to make that happen. Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Stitcher You can also click on this link to paste the podcast feed into your podcast app of choice. Thanks again for listening to A Productive Conversation. See you later.

If you're interested in human performance and personal growth, I highly recommend checking out this episode with Steven Kotler. He has been studying human performance for over 30 years and has taught hundreds of thousands of people how to achieve peak performance evolved around Steven's latest book, Gnar Country, which addresses how to stay "rad" as you grow older. As someone who's pushing 50, I found Steven's insights on aging and how to maintain a sense of vitality fascinating, and I'm sure many listeners will find them useful as well.Steven shares his own experiences and struggles as we dive into Gnar Country, which is filled with valuable insights and practical advice for anyone looking to maintain their edge as they grow older. This conversation was a great reminder that it's never too late to pursue your passions and stay "rad" as you age. I hope you find it as engaging and thought-provoking as I did.Links Worth Exploring Connect with Steven: Website | Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn Buy Steven's book Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad Related Conversation: Episode 367: Peak Performing Flow with Steven Kotler Related Blog Post: Why it's Important to Find Joy in Your Work Thanks to all of the sponsors of this episode. You can find all of the sponsors you heard me mention on this episode on our Podcast Sponsors page.Want to support the podcast? Beyond checking out our sponsors, you can subscribe to the show wherever you listen to podcasts. Click on any of the links below to make that happen.Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | StitcherYou can also click on this link to paste the podcast feed into your podcast app of choice.Thanks again for listening to A Productive Conversation. See you later.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's Episode Dr. Raj talks with Steven Kotler about his new book Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad which is available now! Today's Guest  Steven Kotler is a New York Times bestselling author, an award-winning journalist, and the Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective. He is one of the world's leading experts on human performance. He is the author of 11 bestsellers (out of fourteen books), including The Art of Impossible, The Future is Faster Than You Think, Stealing Fire, The Rise of Superman, and Bold and Abundance. His work has been nominated for two Pulitzer Prizes, translated into over 50 languages, and has appeared in over 100 publications, including the New York Times Magazine, Wired, Atlantic Monthly, Wall Street Journal, TIME, and the Harvard Business Review. Order the book - Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad Visit Steven's website Follow Steven on Twitter About Dr. Raj Dr Raj is a quadruple board certified physician and associate professor at the University of Southern California. He was a co-host on the TNT series Chasing the Cure with Ann Curry, a regular on the TV Show The Doctors for the past 7 seasons and has a weekly medical segment on ABC news Los Angeles. Want more Dr. Raj? Check out the Beyond the Pearls lecture series! The Ultimate High Yield Bundle: The complete review of high-yield clinical medicine topics necessary for graduate medical education board exams including NBME, USMLE Steps 1/2/3, ITE and ABIM Boards. You can also listen to the Beyond the Pearls podcast. Check out our other shows: Physiology by Physeo Step 1 Success Stories The InsideTheBoards Study Smarter Podcast The InsideTheBoards Podcast Produced by Ars Longa Media To learn more about us and this podcast, visit arslonga.media. You can leave feedback or suggestions at arslonga.media/contact or by emailing info@arslonga.media. Produced by: Christopher Breitigan and Erin McCue. Executive Producer: Patrick C. Beeman, MD The information presented in this podcast is intended for educational purposes only and should not be construed as professional or medical advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

IN THIS EPISODE OF THE HUMAN UPGRADE™... you will learn about the beliefs that kick in as normal humans age and most importantly, you will learn what you can do about those limiting beliefs. And who better to discuss this than the author of the book, "Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad," Steven Kotler. Steven is a friend of the show, executive director of the Flow Research Collective, a New York Times bestselling author, and an award-winning journalist. He tested his knowledge and theories on himself in a quest to learn how to park ski (an extreme type of skiing) at age 53.Science shows that older humans are better at learning certain skills than younger people. Brain changes occur in the second half of your life that unlock levels of intelligence, wisdom, creativity, and empathy you didn't know were possible.In the conversation, Steven describes how his book chronicles his experience pushing his own aging body past preconceived limits. He also explains why he wrote a book about goals, grit and progression - and why he feels it's an important lesson for everyone to learn (not just those of you over 50). Steven also explains why he chose extreme skiing as his No. 1 anti-aging activity. “... if you really want to preserve cognitive function, you want to basically use the hippocampus in the way that evolution designed it. You want novel, challenging experiences in outdoor environments.”Watch this episode on YoutubeFind all the links and resources in the show notes.***WE APPRECIATE OUR PARTNERS. CHECK THEM OUT! Join us at the 9th Annual Biohacking Conference: https://biohackingconference.comDave Asprey's NEW Book! “Smarter Not Harder: The Biohacker's Guide to Getting the Body and Mind You Want” launches Feb. 28, 2023. IndieBound / Barnes & Noble / Apple Books / AmazonSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Don't let middle age stop you from pushing your physical boundaries. Steven Kotler, Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective, joins host Krys Boyd to discuss his quest to keep his mental and competitive edge with trick skiing, and talks about the benefits of testing your limits. His book “Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad.”

In this KEEN ON episode, Andrew talks to GNAR COUNTRY author Steven Kotler about the biology of aging and how to stay "rad" while growing old. Steven Kotler is a New York Times bestselling author, an award-winning journalist, and the Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective. He is one of the world's leading experts on human performance. He is the author of 11 bestsellers (out of fourteen books), including The Art of Impossible, The Future is Faster Than You Think, Stealing Fire, The Rise of Superman, Bold and Abundance. His work has been nominated for two Pulitzer Prizes, translated into over 50 languages, and has appeared in over 100 publications, including the New York Times Magazine, Wired, Atlantic Monthly, Wall Street Journal, TIME, and the Harvard Business Review. His latest book is “GNAR COUNTRY: Growing Old, Staying Rad” (2023) Named as one of the "100 most connected men" by GQ magazine, Andrew Keen is amongst the world's best known broadcasters and commentators. In addition to presenting KEEN ON, he is the host of the long-running How To Fix Democracy show. He is also the author of four prescient books about digital technology: CULT OF THE AMATEUR, DIGITAL VERTIGO, THE INTERNET IS NOT THE ANSWER and HOW TO FIX THE FUTURE. Andrew lives in San Francisco, is married to Cassandra Knight, Google's VP of Litigation & Discovery, and has two grown children. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When Steven Kotler was a kid, he was skinny, klutzy, and often the last guy picked for any team or athletic contest. He spent a lot of his childhood losing fights to jocks. At 53 years old, he decided to conquer his past shame and push his own aging body past preconceived limits by learning how to park ski. In this episode, Steven discusses how to navigate peak performance as we age and how to keep our use-it-or-lose-it skills. He will also dispel myths about the aging brain and give insight on how to always stay young and profiting!  Steven Kotler is a New York Times bestselling author, an award-winning journalist, and the Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective. He is one of the world's leading experts on human performance. His work has been nominated for two Pulitzer Prizes and has been translated into over 50 languages. Steven has appeared in over 100 publications, including the New York Times Magazine, Wired, Atlantic Monthly, Wall Street Journal, TIME, and the Harvard Business Review. In this episode, Hala and Matt will discuss:  - The long slow rot theory - How we keep our “use it or lose it” skills - Why old dogs actually can learn new tricks - The importance of deliberate play  - Negative stereotypes about aging - The 3 types of thinking as we age - Benefits of cross-generational friendships - Embracing authentic learning as we age - Illustrating flow through Steven's dog sanctuary  - And other topics… Steven Kotler is a New York Times bestselling author, an award-winning journalist, and the Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective. He is one of the world's leading experts on human performance. Steven is the author of eleven bestsellers (out of fourteen books), including The Art of Impossible, The Future is Faster Than You Think, Stealing Fire, The Rise of Superman, Bold and Abundance. His work has been nominated for two Pulitzer Prizes, translated into over 50 languages, and has appeared in over 100 publications, including the New York Times Magazine, Wired, Atlantic Monthly, Wall Street Journal, TIME, and the Harvard Business Review. In his latest book Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad, Steven tests his knowledge and theories on his own aging body in a quest to become an expert skier at age fifty-three. Alongside his wife, author Joy Nicholson, he is also the co-founder of The Buddy Sue Hospice Home for Old Dogs, a canine elder care facility, and Rancho de Chihuahua, a dog rescue and sanctuary. Resources Mentioned: Steven's Website: https://www.stevenkotler.com/ Steven's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steven-kotler-4305b110/ Steven's Twitter: https://twitter.com/steven_kotler Steven's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevenkotler/ Steven's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KotlerSteven/ Flow Research Collective Radio: https://www.stevenkotler.com/radio  Flow Research Collective: https://www.flowresearchcollective.com/zero-to-dangerous/overview?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=url&utm_campaign=getmoreflow Steven's book Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad: https://www.amazon.com/Gnar-Country-Growing-Old-Staying/dp/0063272903 Steven Kotler: Master the Impossible | E138: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/young-and-profiting-with-hala-taha/id1368888880?i=1000539587689 Steven Kotler: Flow Into The Future | E32: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/young-and-profiting-with-hala-taha/id1368888880?i=1000445189295 LinkedIn Secrets Masterclass, Have Job Security For Life: Use code ‘podcast' for 40% off at yapmedia.io/course. More About Young and Profiting Download Transcripts - youngandprofiting.com   Get Sponsorship Deals - youngandprofiting.com/sponsorships Leave a Review - ratethispodcast.com/yap Watch Videos - youtube.com/c/YoungandProfiting Follow Hala Taha LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/htaha/ Instagram - instagram.com/yapwithhala/ TikTok - tiktok.com/@yapwithhala Twitter - twitter.com/yapwithhala Learn more about YAP Media Agency Services - yapmedia.io/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we welcome Steven Kotler, the Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective. He is an award-winning journalist and one of the world's leading experts on human performance. Steven is the author of eleven bestsellers including The Art of Impossible, The Rise of Superman, Bold, and Abundance. His work has been nominated for two Pulitzer Prizes, translated into over 50 languages, and has appeared in over 100 publications. His latest book is called Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad.Our moderator for this live discussion was Dr. Torrie Higgins, the Head Coach of the Flow Research Collective. Dr. Higgins is a deeply passionate, empathetic peak performance coach, consultant and educator whose coaching philosophy is rooted in the deep-seated belief that everyone has the potential to achieve success and growth. In her private practice, she has had the opportunity to coach a diverse range of clientele, from mountaineers preparing to summit Mount Everest and K2 to business leaders of Fortune 500 companies.In this live discussion, I talked to Steven Kotler about creativity, skill-mastery, and aging. Our society views aging as a process of decline, with our physical and mental capabilities worsening over time. Steve Kotler invites us to challenge our preconceived notions about aging by engaging in “impossible” activities that cultivate mastery and creativity. When we are able to incrementally push past our limits, we change our mindset about growing old which ultimately prolongs our longevity.  We also touch on the topics of exploration, play, social connection, flow, neuroscience, wisdom, and embodied cognition.Website: stevenkotler.comTwitter: @steven_kotler Topics04:55 Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad10:46 Challenging our limiting beliefs16:12 Narcissism vs mastery19:40 Curiosity and exploration as motivators22:24 Approach fear incrementally27:18 Why we need “replacement friends”38:44 Finding a training partner42:54 Creativity and Aging: What We Can Make With What We Have Left49:38 Intelligence, expertise, giftedness52:31 “The pursuit of wisdom thrives on joy”1:02:13 Dynamic deliberate play1:11:25 Learning through embodied cognition1:17:06 Flow and peak experiences1:23:45 Creativity as a way of being

Steven Kotler believes that middle-aged adults are better learners than kids, and he has the Ivy League studies to back it up.In this episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with Kotler, the bestselling author of Gnar Country: Growing Ould, Staying Rad, and a true expert in the field of peak performance and human potential.In Gnar Country, Kotler explores the world of extreme sports and the science behind what drives these athletes to push themselves to their limits. But what's really interesting is how this knowledge can be applied to all of us, no matter our pursuits.During our conversation, Kotler introduced the concept of "dynamic deliberate play," which involves taking on new challenges and exploring the unknown with a sense of curiosity and creativity. He also talked about how this kind of play can lead to a state of "flow," which is when we're completely absorbed in the activity we're engaged in and time seems to fly by.Kotler also discussed the idea of "peak performance aging," which is the notion that we can continue to improve and achieve our goals well into our later years. He shared the latest research on how our brains and bodies age, and how we can use this knowledge to stay healthy, happy, and productive as we get older. Kotler's compiled research suggests that 'cognitive superpowers' exist which aren't neurologically available to younger humans, but there are four conditions required in order to tap into those abilities:By age 30: Solve the crisis of identity.Be age 40: Create a tight-knit match between your identity and your principal activity.By age 50: Exhibit forgiveness and empathy for yourself and others.In your 50s: Regularly engage in challenging and creative activities.We covered a lot of ground in this interview, from the science of flow to the keys to achieving your goals, and everything in between. So, whether you're an athlete, a professional, or just someone who wants to live your best life, you won't want to miss this conversation with Steven Kotler. Tune in to learn about the power of dynamic deliberate play and how it can help you achieve your full potential, no matter what your age.Visit the Gnar Country websiteVisit Steven Kotler's websiteSteven Kotler on Twitter------------Visit Notepd.com to read our idea lists & sign up to create your own!My new book Skip the Line is out! Make sure you get a copy wherever books are sold!Join the You Should Run for President 2.0 Facebook Group, where we discuss why you should run for President.I write about all my podcasts! Check out the full post and learn what I learned at jamesaltucher.com/podcast.------------Thank you so much for listening! If you like this episode, please rate, review, and subscribe  to "The James Altucher Show" wherever you get your podcasts: Apple PodcastsStitcheriHeart RadioSpotifyFollow me on Social Media:YouTubeTwitterFacebook ------------What do YOU think of the show? Head to JamesAltucherShow.com/listeners and fill out a short survey that will help us better tailor the podcast to our audience!Are you interested in getting direct answers from James about your question on a podcast? Go to JamesAltucherShow.com/AskAltucher and send in your questions to be answered on the air!------------Visit Notepd.com to read our idea lists & sign up to create your own!My new book, Skip the Line, is out! Make sure you get a copy wherever books are sold!Join the You Should Run for President 2.0 Facebook Group, where we discuss why you should run for President.I write about all my podcasts! Check out the full post and learn what I learned at jamesaltuchershow.com------------Thank you so much for listening! If you like this episode, please rate, review, and subscribe to "The James Altucher Show" wherever you get your podcasts: Apple PodcastsiHeart RadioSpotifyFollow me on social media:YouTubeTwitterFacebookLinkedIn

Steven Kotler believes that middle-aged adults are better learners than kids, and he has the Ivy League studies to back it up.In this episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with Kotler, the bestselling author of Gnar Country: Growing Ould, Staying Rad, and a true expert in the field of peak performance and human potential.In Gnar Country, Kotler explores the world of extreme sports and the science behind what drives these athletes to push themselves to their limits. But what's really interesting is how this knowledge can be applied to all of us, no matter our pursuits.During our conversation, Kotler introduced the concept of "dynamic deliberate play," which involves taking on new challenges and exploring the unknown with a sense of curiosity and creativity. He also talked about how this kind of play can lead to a state of "flow," which is when we're completely absorbed in the activity we're engaged in and time seems to fly by.Kotler also discussed the idea of "peak performance aging," which is the notion that we can continue to improve and achieve our goals well into our later years. He shared the latest research on how our brains and bodies age, and how we can use this knowledge to stay healthy, happy, and productive as we get older. Kotler's compiled research suggests that 'cognitive superpowers' exist which aren't neurologically available to younger humans, but there are four conditions required in order to tap into those abilities:By age 30: Solve the crisis of identity.Be age 40: Create a tight-knit match between your identity and your principal activity.By age 50: Exhibit forgiveness and empathy for yourself and others.In your 50s: Regularly engage in challenging and creative activities.We covered a lot of ground in this interview, from the science of flow to the keys to achieving your goals, and everything in between. So, whether you're an athlete, a professional, or just someone who wants to live your best life, you won't want to miss this conversation with Steven Kotler. Tune in to learn about the power of dynamic deliberate play and how it can help you achieve your full potential, no matter what your age.Visit the Gnar Country websiteVisit Steven Kotler's websiteSteven Kotler on Twitter------------Visit Notepd.com to read our idea lists & sign up to create your own!My new book Skip the Line is out! Make sure you get a copy wherever books are sold!Join the You Should Run for President 2.0 Facebook Group, where we discuss why you should run for President.I write about all my podcasts! Check out the full post and learn what I learned at jamesaltucher.com/podcast.------------Thank you so much for listening! If you like this episode, please rate, review, and subscribe  to “The James Altucher Show” wherever you get your podcasts: Apple PodcastsStitcheriHeart RadioSpotifyFollow me on Social Media:YouTubeTwitterFacebook

In today's episode, we cover peak performance aging with Steven Kotler. Steven is one of the world's leading experts on human performance, an award-winning journalist, and is a New York Times bestselling author of 11 bestsellers including The Art of Impossible, The Future is Faster Than You Think, Stealing Fire, The Rise of Superman, and Bold and Abundance, and his newest book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad. Aging gets a bad rep because many people don't age gracefully, but you don't have to be one of those many—so what is it about aging that makes us feel old, what is the key to maintaining your youth into old age, and what is the secret to excelling at new skills no matter how old you are? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

TODAY´S EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE FLOW RESEARCH COLLECTIVE Are you an entrepreneur, a leader, or a knowledge worker, who wants to harness the power of flow so you can get more done in less time with greater ease and accomplish your boldest professional goals faster? If you´ve answered this question with “hell yes” then our peak-performance training Zero to Dangerous may be a good fit for you. If this sounds of interest to you all you need to do is click here right now, pop in your application and one of our team members will be in touch with you very soon.   ABOUT THE GUEST: Get ready to have your multitasking myths shattered and your mind blown!   Join us for an eye-opening episode with Dr. Alan Barnard!    In this episode, we'll learn why multitasking is a myth, challenge basic assumptions, and discover 5 steps to better decision making.    Plus, you'll get a glimpse into the world of problem definition and the Theory of Constraints. And if that's not enough, we'll explore the fascinating topic of flow in organizations.    Are you ready to flow with the punches? Tune in now.   ABOUT THE EPISODE:  In this episode, you will learn about: Intro (0:00) Why Multitasking Doesn't Work (0:34) Challenging Basic Assumptions (10:30) 5 Steps To Better Decision Making (16:27) The Skill of Problem Definition (27:35) The Theory of Constraints (29:19) 3 Types Of Flow Within 3 Organizations (41:18)   RESOURCES LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dralanbarnard/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dralan.barnard Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dralanbarnard  Twitter: https://twitter.com/dralanbarnard  ‍ Steven Kotler, the founder and executive director of the Flow Research Collective, is one of the world's leading experts on human peak performance. He is an award-winning journalist and an author with over ten bestselling books.   Some of his works include: The Art of Impossible, The Future is Faster Than You Think, The Rise of Superman, Stealing Fire, and so much more! Look out for his latest upcoming book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad, where he debunks the old myths about aging and how you can boost your longevity through flow!

It's not often you get to talk with a two-time Pulitzer Prize nominee, eleven-time New York Times Best-Selling author, human performance expert, and a dear friend. Viewfinders, we are thrilled and honored to bring you another exclusive interview with the extraordinary Steven Kotler to talk about his new book, "Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad," and how you can apply his research to reach your peak potential, no matter your age! Hosts Dr. Ernie Ward and Beckie Mossor, RVT, welcome back the incomparable Steven Kotler. Viewfinders, this wide-ranging conversation covers everything from how you can achieve incredible things at any age to how Steven's rescue chihuahuas taught him about the flow state to peak performance insights for veterinary professionals (Steven's wife, Joy, worked for many years in a veterinary clinic in addition to running their animal sanctuary). Our friend Steven Kotler has written six books on flow and peak performance. Yet, because of the complicated nature of flow science and his desire for readers to understand that science, those books could only capture a small portion of what it actually means to apply these ideas on a day-to-day basis. Gnar Country, on the other hand? This book goes far beyond the basics of peak performance. It's a nuanced, expert-level view. Less science, more practice (so you can get after it). Pre-order your copy now and receive over $1,750 in free peak performance tools & training: www.gnarcountry.com Learn more at www.stevenkotler.com

TODAY´S EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE FLOW RESEARCH COLLECTIVE Are you an entrepreneur, a leader, or a knowledge worker, who wants to harness the power of flow so you can get more done in less time with greater ease and accomplish your boldest professional goals faster? If you´ve answered this question with “hell yes” then our peak-performance training Zero to Dangerous may be a good fit for you. If this sounds of interest to you all you need to do is click here right now, pop in your application and one of our team members will be in touch with you very soon.   ABOUT THE GUEST: Steven Kotler, the executive director of Flow Research Collective is joined by Chief Science Officer, Dr. Michael Mannino in an exciting episode to talk about the research article that they worked on entitled, "The First Few Seconds of Flow: A Comprehensive Proposal of the Neurobiology and Neurodynamics of State Onset", which was recently published in Neuroscience and Biobehavioral Reviews.   This marks the first time a research has been done on flows triggers, it's phenomenological complexity being tied to neurobiological mechanisms, and also the first time anyone has discussed the neural dynamics of flow in comparison to traumatic stress and the psychedelic state.    This is a must-watch for anyone interested in the science of flow and the inner workings of the brain.    Don't miss out on this informative and engaging episode!    #flowstate #neuroscience #mindfulness #frc #flowresearchcollective   ABOUT THE EPISODE:  In this episode, you will learn about: 00:00 Intro 00:42 The Origin of Flow State Onset 14:02 Getting Into Flow Vs Trauma  24:39 Flow's Relationship To Psychedelic States 29:32 Signals of Flow State Onset 39:08 Flow Triggers And Performance Benefits 44:41 What's Next For Flow Science?     Steven Kotler's Socials: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steven-kotler-4305b110 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevenkotler Twitter: https://twitter.com/steven_kotler   Dr. Michael Mannino's Socials: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-mannino-ma-phd-39782661 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/neuro_fit ‍ Steven Kotler, the founder and executive director of the Flow Research Collective, is one of the world's leading experts on human peak performance. He is an award-winning journalist and an author with over ten bestselling books.   Some of his works include: The Art of Impossible, The Future is Faster Than You Think, The Rise of Superman, Stealing Fire, and so much more! Look out for his latest upcoming book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad, where he debunks the old myths about aging and how you can boost your longevity through flow!

TODAY'S EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE FLOW RESEARCH COLLECTIVE Are you an entrepreneur, a leader, or a knowledge worker, who wants to harness the power of flow so you can get more done in less time with greater ease and accomplish your boldest professional goals faster? If you've answered this question with “hell yes” then our peak-performance training Zero to Dangerous may be a good fit for you. If this sounds interesting to you all you need to do is click here right now, pop in your application and one of our team members will be in touch with you very soon.   ABOUT THE GUEST: Steven Kotler, the founder and executive director of the Flow Research Collective, is one of the world's leading experts on human peak performance. He is an award-winning journalist and an author with over ten bestselling books.   Some of his works include: The Art of Impossible, The Future is Faster Than You Think, The Rise of Superman, Stealing Fire, and so much more! Look out for his latest upcoming book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad, where he debunks the old myths about aging and how you can boost your longevity through flow!   ABOUT THE EPISODE:   In this episode, you will learn about:  (0:00) Intro (1:36) The Age Limit For Peak Performance (4:22) The Origin of Peak Performance Aging (10:55) Aging Mindset & Lifelong Learning (19:06) Cultivating Cognitive Superpowers (27:12) Optimizing Physical Fitness As You Age (35:14) Becoming Risk Averse in Danger (40:46) Regenerative & Longevity Medicine (42:56) Broken Bones & Interoception (46:53) Turning Your Life Into a High Flow Blue Zone (52:40) Longevity: Diet & Gut Health (55:22) Importance of Having a Flow Partner (1:09:47) The Notion of Replacement Friends (1:13:20) Peak Performance Aging Demands Play   RESOURCES: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steven-kotler-4305b110/  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@flowresearchcollective  Website: https://www.stevenkotler.com/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/steven_kotler  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KotlerSteven/

Flow refers to the state of being completely immersed in an activity. It is defined as a mental state in which a person's full attention is held by a single task while enjoying the process. It is a level of consciousness where you are most comfortable and performs at your best. An individual experiencing flow can be said to be completely absorbed in what they are doing, with a resulting transformation in their perception of time. Steven Kotler, New York Times bestselling author, award-winning journalist, and the Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective, joins us to give us a sneak peek into his upcoming book, Gnar Country: Growing Old, Staying Rad, where he shares his personal experiences pushing himself beyond preconceived limits.  In this episode, Darius and Steven talk about park skiing, the psychology behind flow state and its benefits, and how to reach peak performance. They also tackle how having a positive aging mindset can slow down the effects of getting older. Topics include: How Steven got into writing and journalism Steven gives a sneak peek into his book Gnar Country What park skiing is all about Five major intrinsic internal motivators What is a flow state and what are its benefits Steven explains what “ghost dog” means What does peak performance look like Steven explains why grit is a limited resource Embodied cognition and its applications The benefits of having a positive aging mindset And other topics… Resources mentioned: Gnar Country: www.gnarcountry.com The Art of Impossible: https://www.amazon.com/Art-Impossible-Peak-Performance-Primer/dp/0062977539  Connect with Steven: Website: www.stevenkotler.com  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevenkotler/  Connect with Darius: Website: https://therealdarius.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusmirshahzadeh/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whoompdarius/ YouTube: https://therealdarius.com/youtube Book: The Core Value Equation https://www.amazon.com/Core-Value-Equation-Framework-Limitless/dp/1544506708 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

I was beside myself the first time I had the pleasure of speaking with Steven on the show in mid 2021, episode 135 and it's safe to say I was equally excited plus some to have him back. Today we talk about peak performance and aging, physical peak performance vs mental and the relationship between the two... We even talk about how Steven get's peak performance and seemingly unexpected longevity for the dogs that he and his partner care for in their hospice care dog sanctuary.... so YEP, this episode is up there with one of my faves! By the way for those who may not know Steven Kotler is a New York Times bestselling author, an award-winning journalist, and the Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective. He is one of the world's leading experts on human performance. 10 of Stevens 14 books are best sellers... you might have heard of The Art of Impossible, Stealing Fire, The Rise Of Superman and the list obviously goes on.  STEVEN KOTLER Website:  www.stevenkotler.com  TIFFANEE COOK Linktree:  https://linktr.ee/rollwiththepunches Website: www.rollwiththepunches.com.au LinkedIn:  www.linkedin.com/in/tiffaneecook/ Facebook:  www.facebook.com/rollwiththepunchespodcast/ Instagram:  www.instagram.com/rollwiththepunches_podcast/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/tiffaneeandco    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We are here to Get Real and Stay Rad with @TheKaceyKacem. Kacey joins @dynastyouthouse and @dynastyffaddict to go over trade addicts trades, news, and listener questions. dare i say, it was a rad time!!

We are here to Get Real and Stay Rad with @TheKaceyKacem. Kacey joins @dynastyouthouse and @dynastyffaddict to go over trade addicts trades, news, and listener questions. dare i say, it was a rad time!!

We are here to Get Real and Stay Rad with @TheKaceyKacem. Kacey joins @dynastyouthouse and @dynastyffaddict to go over trade addicts trades, news, and listener questions. dare i say, it was a rad time!!