Kwik Brain with Jim Kwik

Is the air you breathe affecting your brain?

If you’re familiar with the ten keys to a healthy brain, you know that one of the keys is clean environment. Part of that environment is the quality of the air you breathe. You can go weeks without eating, days without water, but you can only go minutes without breathing. Clean air is essential to not just your overall health, but your quality of...

Why do you remember some things and forget others?

When it comes to memory, your brain is programmed to forget. That’s why it’s not only important to train your memory, but understand the complex mechanism of how your brain actually records and retrieves the past. Your memories make you who you are and because of the way your brain transforms memories, you can use them to understand the present and imagine the future.

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How does sound impact your body and brain?

If you’re like most people, when you think of calming sounds, you think of music. The link between music and the powerful effect it has on your body, mind, and soul has been recognized since the dawn of time. But it isn’t the only thing you hear on a daily basis. And those sounds can have a powerful impact on not only how you feel, but how you perform.

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Can the games and activities you played as a child strengthen your brain as an adult?

When you were a child, playing with toys like Legos and puzzles, or even solving word games probably filled you joy and curiosity. They gave you a goal to work towards and provided hours of entertainment as you puzzled over them until you could see the final result. But these activities weren’t just fun, they were good for your neural development,...

What role does mental strength play in your child’s success?

There’s no doubt that kids need their parent’s love and support to become happy, healthy adults. But that same love and support can have a dark side if it results in you doing too much for them. Even though it can be hard to watch your kids struggle or face consequences for their decisions, allowing them to make mistakes just might be the most important thing you can do t...

Is medication always the answer to mental illness?

Anyone who has ever suffered from a mental health condition knows how isolating it can be. You’re desperate to get better, but often the answer is medication and management instead of actual healing. But there may be an entirely new range of treatment strategies available that are directly tied to lifestyle factors crucial in changing your metabolism allowing you to manage a wide r...

Can the biggest conflicts in your relationship actually bring you closer and create deeper intimacy?

Happy couples fight. But there is a difference between healthy conflict and unhealthy fighting. One leads to stronger marriages and relationships while the other ends in heartbreak, frustration, and loneliness. But even more importantly, how you fight can predict the future of your relationship.

I’m excited to welcome our guests Joh...

Can the right foods hold the key to unlocking a world of sharper vision, enhanced cognition, and optimal brain health?

Food is medicine. It’s more than simply a catchy phrase; it’s an empowering statement that can change your life. You can use modern knowledge to make daily decisions on what foods to eat that can not only prevent disease, but preserve your vision and cognition as you age.

I’m excited to welcome Dr. William Li as ou...

How can you cultivate more awe into your daily life?

On the spectrum of emotion, awe is probably one of the most elusive and misunderstood. It’s easy to feel awe when you encounter the wonders of nature, a piece of powerful music or art, or have a deeply spiritual experience. But is it possible to create and embrace a sense of awe in your everyday life?

I’m excited to welcome Dacher Keltner to the show today. Dacher is a professor ...

Do you believe you’re meant for more in life, but have been battling a little voice inside of your mind?

At some point, you’ve probably dealt with feeling like you’re just not good enough. Maybe you had imposter syndrome get in the way of pursuing your goals, or fear of failure paralyzed you before you even tried. It’s time to stop self-sabotaging and reclaim your birthright to confidence, success, and fulfillment.

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What is the secret to overcoming mental challenges under immense pressure?

When it comes to peak performance under intense circumstances, it doesn’t get more high-stakes than being a pro-athlete. Week after week, they have to perform at their best, not just for their own career, but for their entire team.

I’m excited to welcome Julius Thomas to the show today. Julius is a cognitive scientist, mental performance expert, and two-time...

How can you tap into your quantum body and quantum brain to live a healthier, longer life?

The idea of quantum energy might seem like a radical new idea pushing the boundaries of science. But the basis for these ideas go back thousands of years, when ancient healers understood that the body, mind, spirit, and universe were connected in fundamental ways. As science and technology have advanced, we’re finally able to study this inter...

How does dopamine shape your desires—both positively and negatively?

Dopamine is one of many neurotransmitters produced in your brain and is most commonly associated with pleasure. But there’s actually more to it than that. It’s the basis of motivation, incentivizing you to do things because you want something. And while that can lead to success and discoveries, it can also result in addictions of all shapes and sizes.

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How do you overcome procrastination to increase your overall productivity?

In our fast-paced world, there’s one thing we all have in common: stress. The longer your to-do list gets, the more pressure you’re going to feel, and that can derail your productivity and end your momentum.

Today, I’m going to peel back the layers that go into this universal struggle and introduce philosophies and techniques that have withstood the test of ...

Why is diet considered one of the most potent tools in protecting the brain against Alzheimer’s disease?

Even though we’ve made enormous strides in Alzheimer’s diagnosis and treatment over the years, your diet is still one of the major keys when it comes to prevention. And for good reason. When it comes to brain health, food isn’t just fuel, it becomes part of you. You literally are what you eat.

I’m excited to welcome Dr. Richard ...

How does the science of behavioral change help you make significant and long-lasting transformations in your life?

Breaking habits and creating change is hard. Even succeeding at a smaller goal, like a New Year’s resolution, is difficult. Even with a ton of research, they haven’t been able to identify a single reason why some people change and others don’t. But there are principles that make change more likely for everyone.

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How can you become limitless in the New Year?

One of the most common ways to start the New Year is by setting a goal to better yourself. But according to research, only 9% of people actually complete their New Year’s resolutions. And while goal setting is a powerful tool to better your life, the key to unlocking your fullest potential lies within your own mind.

I’m excited to dive into this topic for today’s episode. Being limitles...

What are the technological supervillains that can disrupt your productivity and state of mind?

With the rise of technology, a lot of aspects of our daily lives got better. Communication got easier, organization became streamlined, and access to unlimited knowledge was unlocked. But for all the benefits our hyperconnected world brings, there is also a darker side that can be a detriment to your productivity, communication, and overa...

How does embracing mind-body unity open up new possibilities to manage and enhance your health?

One of the best ways to connect your body to your mind is through mindfulness. But what exactly does that mean? And how do you become more mindful? If you’re like most people, the first thing that comes to mind is meditation. While meditation is a good practice, mindfulness itself is a way of being that has immediate results for your bod...