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The secret to unparalleled success is not enduring endless misery.\nIn fact, it's the opposite. We learn how to amplify our abilities in any domain by making the process more enjoyable and actionable.\nThe brain is like a muscle analogy is a harmful myth. It is based on some half-truths that on the surface make sense.\nLearn:\n\nWhy we fail at doing hard things\n\nThe differences between brain and muscle training\n\nHow to train the brain for success\n\nThe biggest misunderstanding of Stoicism.\n\n\nFurther reading:\n\n\nFeel Good Productivity - Ali Abdaal - UK Book - US Book\n\n\n\nSlow Productivity - Cal Newport - UK Book - US Book\n\n\n\nThe Art of Learning - Josh Waitzkin- UK Book - US Book\n\n\n\nSponsors:\nCozy Earth: Luxury Bamboo sheets and Loungeware that become softer as you use them.\n35% off code 'GROWTH' - CozyEarth.com\n\nSleepyClub: Doctor-approved natural sleeping aid that improves sleep quality. Safe to take every day.\n20% discount code 'GROWTH20' - SleepyClub.co.uk\n\nShortForm: Summaries and guides for the world's best books and ideas.\nFREE trial and 20% off annual fee - ShortForm.com/Psychology\n\nJournal Prompts\n\nFree prompts - Make Hard Things Fun\n\n\nInfluence the Show\n\n\nMeet Sam - Free call\n\n\n\nFeedback - Request and Ideas Form\n\n\n\nGrowth Mindset pod\nSam Webster explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement.\n\n\nWatch - YouTube (Growth Mindset)\n\n\n\nMail - GrowthMindsetPodcast(at)gmail.com\n\n\nInsta - SamJam.zen\n\n\n\nNewsletter - Explosive Thinking\n\n\n\nChapters:\n00:00 Introduction: The Value of Time\n01:00 Challenging Conventional Wisdom\n01:55 The Mind vs. Muscle Debate\n02:54 Memory and Creativity\n04:22 Analogies and Insights\n07:21 Differences Between Brain and Muscle\n11:06 The Role of Stress and Play\n14:53 Finding Enjoyment in Learning\n15:30How to enjoy learning an instrument\n19:24 Why Alexander the Great Achieved so Much\n23:42 The Big Conclusion\n28:33 Final Thoughts and Community Engagement\n\nTopics:\ntraining the brain vs muscle growth\nhow to effectively train your brain\ndifferences between brain and muscle training\nstress effects on brain vs muscle\ncareer change for personal enjoyment and growth\nentertaining the mind for enhanced learning\ncognitive training vs physical exercise\nbest practices for cognitive enhancement\nlearning an instrument brain training\nThe secret to Alexander the Great's success\nhow stress impacts brain functionality\nimproving brain function without stress\nusing entertainment to boost brain power\npractical tips for brain training\nunderstanding brain health and physical fitness\ninnovative methods to train the brain\ncognitive development through entertainment\neffective brain workouts for professionals\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices