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Rapamycin extends mouse lifespan 9–14%
NAD+ precursors reverse aging in humans
Blue-light glasses improve sleep quality
Walking 10 min after meals blunts glucose
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How to Succeed at Hard Conversations | Chris Voss — Whalespan

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How to Succeed at Hard Conversations | Chris Voss

Andrew Huberman2h 53m · 2023-10-02

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✓Well SupportedAndrew Huberman drinks Athletic Greens twice a day, typically once in the morning and again in the afternoon or late afternoon, mixed with water and lemon or lime juice.✓Well SupportedInside Tracker's platform provides actionable protocols to adjust blood markers into ideal ranges for health.✓Well SupportedRegular blood work is essential for monitoring factors impacting immediate and long-term health.✓Well SupportedInside Tracker's platform helps users understand blood test data and provides protocols to adjust numbers into ideal ranges.Well Supported

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Bookmarking — the dossier-vs-overview split is the right call. Most of the time I want overview; sometimes I want receipts.

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Ag One (formerly Athletic Greens) is a vitamin, mineral, and probiotic drink that provides foundational nutritional needs.

✓Well SupportedMomentous supplements are offered as a single source for supplements discussed on the Huberman Lab Podcast.

✓Well SupportedDeliberate cold exposure should feel uncomfortable and trigger a 'cold shock' response.

✓Well SupportedAG1 helps buffer against stress and supports cellular and tissue needs due to its adaptogens and micronutrients.

✓Well SupportedZero alcohol consumption is healthier than any level of consumption, with two drinks per week being the upper limit for non-alcoholics to avoid additional health risks.

✓Well SupportedSupplements can be beneficial for easing sleep transition, improving sleep depth, and enhancing focus.

✓Well SupportedDeliberate cold exposure, particularly up to the neck in water, can be used to achieve important endpoints related to mental health, physical health, and performance.

✓Well SupportedSunglasses are acceptable in the middle of the day but should be avoided in the early and late parts of the day, unless driving directly into the sun for safety.

✓Well SupportedThe primary benefit of cold exposure is the feeling of well-being after exiting the cold.

◐Partially SupportedSpeaking in a low-frequency voice can entrain the listener's brain to fire at a low frequency, changing their emotional tone.

◐Partially SupportedEngaging in spiritual practice, which can include prayer or focusing on things outside oneself, is beneficial for well-being.

◐Partially SupportedIndividuals should learn to differentiate between gut feelings and fear responses.

◐Partially SupportedLabeling the motivators behind negative emotions can deactivate anger.

◐Partially SupportedThe 'sounds like' questioning technique is a potent tool for active listening and understanding.

◐Partially SupportedMirroring involves repeating one to three words of what someone has said, typically not more than five.

◐Partially SupportedPeople are resilient to pain if they are warned that bad news is coming before it is delivered.

◐Partially SupportedThe sense of urgency in a request, such as a claim of a loved one being kidnapped and demanding money, should be the first flag for a potential scam.

◐Partially SupportedMirroring can be used in place of asking clarifying questions to encourage deeper explanation.

◐Partially SupportedA request for expediting something within 24 hours is a red flag and likely indicates a scam.

◐Partially SupportedAsking 'how' or 'what' questions prompts deep thinking and allows assessment of reaction.

◐Partially SupportedSending a concise text message stating the need for discussion can prepare the recipient for difficult news.

◐Partially SupportedThe body possesses innate knowledge and signals that should be heeded.

◐Partially SupportedEgo depletion is partly mediated by dopamine.

◐Partially SupportedMaintaining physical fitness, including weightlifting and interval training, is important for overall health and can be achieved through consistent practice.

◐Partially SupportedApproaching negotiations with a playful and positive mood can lead to personal wins.

✕Not SupportedTrying to resolve issues by staying up all night is counterproductive to biology.

◐Partially SupportedLow-frequency sound can entrain the brain to a low frequency, inducing calm.

◐Partially SupportedFamily members can cause deep emotional wounds to each other inadvertently.

◐Partially SupportedPhysical and psychological well-being are interconnected.

◐Partially SupportedThe survival brain is predominantly negative, estimated at approximately 75% negative reactions.

◐Partially SupportedUsing observational statements can help verify gut feelings and uncover underlying issues.

◐Partially SupportedHumor, emotional support, friendship, and mutual understanding are important tools for processing difficult experiences and maintaining functionality, particularly in high-stress professions.

◐Partially SupportedAsking 'how' or 'what' questions prompts deep thinking.

◐Partially SupportedNegotiations via text or phone are diminished environments for information exchange compared to face-to-face interactions.

◐Partially SupportedMirroring with an upward inflection can help someone hear their own thoughts aloud.

◐Partially SupportedTaking occasional time off to recharge is important when working on difficult cases or sieges to avoid burnout.

◐Partially SupportedHigh-frequency sound cannot be followed by neuronal firing, suggesting a unique property of low-frequency sound for emotional tone.

◐Partially SupportedGood-natured humor, hard work, and appreciation for activities contribute to mental health.

◐Partially SupportedProactively identifying and verbalizing predictable negative emotions in a negotiation can help deactivate them.

◐Partially SupportedChris Voss uses cold plunges and saunas as part of his health practices.

◐Partially SupportedPlunge cold plunges are easy to maintain and keep clean, which is essential to prevent bacterial growth.

◐Partially SupportedPracticing negotiation skills in low-stakes interactions can improve negotiation abilities for high-stakes situations.

◐Partially SupportedA good diet, overall, is a foundational pillar for maintaining health, even if not perfect.

◐Partially SupportedNeuroscience has limited knowledge of real-time brain interactions, relying on fMRI of isolated tasks.

◐Partially SupportedFireside offers weekly interactive group coaching for approximately $1,000 per year.

◐Partially SupportedWhen planning a car trip, guessing the other person's desired route and allowing them to correct you leads to a better collaborative outcome.

◐Partially SupportedRelaxation allows individuals to see the big picture, while tension leads to tunnel vision and reduced capabilities.

◐Partially SupportedThe auditory system actively suppresses the perception of one's own voice during speech.

◐Partially SupportedEmpathy, defined as making someone feel understood, can be effective even with individuals experiencing severe mental disarray.

◐Partially SupportedDeactivating negative emotions by calling them out is a more effective strategy than reinforcing positive ones.

◐Partially SupportedChecking the source of a request is a crucial step to verify authenticity and avoid falling for a scam.

◐Partially SupportedAutonomic nervous system response can indicate deception.

◐Partially SupportedEngaging service workers with 'labels' helps maintain mental flexibility.

◐Partially SupportedObserving and articulating a likely negative emotion during venting can be more helpful than simply letting someone vent.