In this episode, Ben chats with leading nutrition entrepreneur and founder of Heights, Dan Murray-Serter about the link between brain health and mental health. Dan shares how discovering neuroplasticity changed his life, why gratitude can be a superpower, and how ADHD and entrepreneurship often go hand in hand. From simple daily habits to building mental resilience, Dan’s insights reframe how we look at burnout, anxiety, and brain fog. Dan also shares his top tips for neurodivergent entrepreneurs trying to build sustainable success.
Disclaimer: This episode was recorded in November 2024, and all information discussed reflects that time.
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00:00 Introduction
1:37 Inside Dan’s Brain
2:42 I Can’t Live Like This: Discovering Neuroplasticity
5:57 The Superpower of Gratitude: Dan’s Top Tips for Creating Life-Changing Habits
8:34 What Dan Has Learnt About His Brain
10:13 Golden Advice That Changed Ben’s Perspective
11:48 How Do You Build Mental Resilience?
13:12 Dan’s Top Two Books To Read
17:58 The Danger Of Overanalysing VS Taking Action
19:40 ADHD & Entrepreneurship: Why Are They Often Best Friends?
22:38 Why Dan is Self-Diagnosed with ADHD
27:21 Reflecting On Childhood Through An ADHD Lens
28:02 Cambridge University Offer VS April Fools Day
29:42 The Reality of Having a Disabled Parent
34:35 Heights: Brian Nourishing Supplements
37:33 Why Dan Started Heights
39:11 Brain Health VS Mental Health
43:45 How Dan’s Research Led To Heights
47:00 The Dream Neurodivergent and Neurotypical Team
49:40 Supplements VS Pharmaceuticals
52:33 Feeling Constantly Unwell VS Simple Interventions
53:50 Advice For Neurodivergent Entrepreneurs
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On "The Hidden 20%," host Ben Branson chats with neurodivergent [ADHD, Autism, Dyscalculia, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, Tourette's etc.] creatives, entrepreneurs, and experts to see how great minds.. think differently.
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Assistant Producer: Phoebe De Leiburné
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Music: Jackson Greenberg
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