"Most really smart people know what they think, but they don't know why they think it." In this fascinating episode of Milestone Moments, host Sheila Slick interviews Dr. Heath, a dual PhD neuropsychologist and forensic psychologist who translates complex brain science into practical tools for entrepreneurs and business leaders. With over 30 years of experience as a "neuromechanic" and cognitive toolbox expert, Dr. Heath reveals how unconscious thought patterns shape our decisions—and often hold us back.
Dr. Heath explains the three-level "pyramid of consciousness" that drives our thinking: the conscious (spotlight awareness), subconscious (periphery awareness), and unconscious (off-stage). He illuminates how even brilliant business leaders can fall victim to "over assimilation"—applying tools that worked in past situations to new problems where they no longer fit. The tendency to rely on fast, shallow thinking (what researchers call "System 1") rather than slower, deeper analysis ("System 2") often sabotages smart people precisely because they're accustomed to quick success.
The conversation provides actionable advice through Dr. Heath's "Three-Minute Mindset Reset"—a daily practice combining mindful breathing, affirmative writing, and spiritual connection. He emphasizes that most executives operate in a state of "oxygen debt," with suboptimal brain oxygenation hampering their cognitive performance. The episode concludes with information about Dr. Heath's Mindset Masterclass community and his upcoming course on overcoming anxiety, highlighting his holistic approach to optimizing mental performance through practical "shoe leather psychology."
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