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August 9, 2025 36 mins

Dr. Sam Goldstein is a neuropsychologist, author, and expert on self-discipline, resilience, and tenacity. I share my questions & struggles around self-discipline with him, and he helps us understand the science behind them.

-Chapters:

(00:00) Introduction

(00:34) Life without self-discipline

(01:39) Being “overly” self-disciplined

(04:11) What if you’re not naturally disciplined?

(06:33) The dangers of technology

(13:27) Is technology reshaping human evolution?

(17:36) How to find intrinsic motivation

(22:54) How to let your genes shine

(26:55) What’s going horribly wrong in the world?

(35:36) Free ways to support the podcast!

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Where to find Sam:

His website with links to resources & books: https://samgoldstein.com/

TikTok: commonsensescience

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Bi-weekly digest:

https://jonaragogna.com/

Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jonaragogna

I wish you much love and success,

Jona

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