The Science of Self

Peter Hollins
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Despite so many studies being done on improving ourselves, it can be hard to find specific, actionable steps to make our lives better. Bestselling authors cut out the jargon and pop psychology to give insight and tips to be a better you. If you want proven ways and applicable tips to live a better life, listen in weekly and improve your life from the inside out!

  1. Beat Procrastination with Lazy Productivity Hacks: The Ten-Minute Rule and Other Tricks

    1D AGO

    Beat Procrastination with Lazy Productivity Hacks: The Ten-Minute Rule and Other Tricks

    00:01:26 Keep on Top of Tasks With the Ten-Minute Rule 00:03:03 Start With the Low-Hanging Fruit 00:03:49 Use a Timer 00:05:02 Keep Tabs on the Bigger Picture 00:06:53 Focus on Output and Not Outcome 00:08:26 TAKE ACTION Self-Discipline On Autopilot: Do The Right Thing, Easily And Habitually (Live a Disciplined Life Book 21) By Peter Hollins /home/russell/Dropbox/NMGMedia/CompletedWorks/AutopilotHollins/BookBitly.txt https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GJ3JLX5W How to make self-discipline automatic, second nature, and habitual. The biology of self-control and how to hack your body's limitations Understanding all the roadblocks to motivation and self-control - almost all are psychological Why you must start managing your TIME, not your energy The role your neurotransmitters play in self-discipline Clarifying your areas of control and interest for maximum adherence How to make discomfort your best friend How to "surf the urge" and "zazen" Emotional kung fu and how to use your emotions to your advantage Tools to get started, keep going, overcome distractions, and follow through every single time. Self-discipline is the ability to do what you don't want to do. It allows you to push through, conquer, and achieve. Without this gritty trait, nothing is possible in life. Keep that in mind.

    10 min
  2. Beethoven's Unheard Symphony: How to Thrive Despite Challenges

    APR 24

    Beethoven's Unheard Symphony: How to Thrive Despite Challenges

    Peter Hollins explores how Beethoven, despite losing his hearing, continued to create masterpieces and inspire others with unwavering commitment. Discover the power of focusing on your vision and pushing through challenges to achieve greatness. You'll learn practical insights to stay motivated and elevate your own craft. ⏱ CHAPTERS 0:00 Intro 2:15 The Struggle Begins 4:19 Live Performances and Masterpieces 5:20 Challenges and Resilience 6:25 Overcoming Adversity Through Music 7:58 Beethoven's Symphony Premiere 9:31 Early Musical Education 12:08 Direct Sales to Publishers 13:39 Unique Voice and Vision 15:45 Personal Achievements and Goals 17:25 Summary of Today’s Study Join us as we dive into the fascinating world of neuroscience with Peter Hollins, where you'll discover how even legendary figures like Beethoven harnessed their creativity and self-discipline to overcome incredible obstacles. Whether you're a musician looking to boost your mental performance or someone seeking better time management and productivity hacks, our channel offers insights that blend leadership wisdom with scientific understanding to keep you motivated and committed on your journey of personal growth.

    18 min
  3. Navigating Suffering through Buddhist Wisdom and Mindfulness Practices

    APR 16

    Navigating Suffering through Buddhist Wisdom and Mindfulness Practices

    How to Suffer Well: Timeless Knowledge on Dealing with Hardship and Becoming Anguish-Proof (Live a Disciplined Life Book 12) By: Peter Hollins Hear it Here - https://adbl.co/3v4lpg3 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09W1NCBQX Your capacity to handle suffering determines where you get in life. How do you want to live? Life is tough, so you better get a helmet. Life is not a walk in the park. You'll run into pain, anguish, and obstacles. But who says that they need to affect you? Build immunity to emotional, mental, and physical discomfort and suffering. It can be trained. How to Suffer Well is a literal guidebook to defeating the voices in your head that tell you to give up. Instead, they'll be replaced with voices that tell you it'll be okay, this will pass, and life goes happily on. It might sound difficult, but this is all teachable. You'll learn how to become the most zen person you know. Wouldn't it be nice to only experience the positive side of emotions? How to tolerate the rigors of life without collapsing. Increase your mental pain tolerance to that of superhuman levels. Peter Hollins has studied psychology and peak human performance for over a dozen years and is a bestselling author. He has worked with a multitude of individuals to unlock their potential and path towards success. His writing draws on his academic, coaching, and research experience. Greatly expand your comfort zone and build layers of mental armor to ensure your happiness. Guest chapter by acclaimed blogger Jason Merchey on the balm of humor to quell suffering. Why suffering is life, but attachment is suffering Tried and true paths to overcoming suffering Defenses against negativity, expectations, and things outside of our control How to live in the present, unhindered by the past or the future How compassion and purpose assist in suffering better

    10 min
  4. Unlocking the Learning Potential: Mastering Active Reading for Enhanced Information Processing and Cognitive Growth

    APR 9

    Unlocking the Learning Potential: Mastering Active Reading for Enhanced Information Processing and Cognitive Growth

    How to Self-Learn: Teach Yourself Anything, Become an Expert, and Memorize Everything (Learning how to Learn Book 20) By: Peter Hollins Hear it Here - https://adbl.co/3Q3Wvqd https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B4JVYQ7Y Learn effectively when you have to be both the teacher and student. How to learn smart. Self-learning is not just about performing better in the classroom or the office. It’s about being able to aim your life in whatever direction you choose and conquering the obstacles in front of you. Replicable methods and insights to build expertise from ground zero. How to Self-Learn focuses not only on learning, but what it means to direct your own learning. Anyone can read a book, but what about more? You will learn to deconstruct a topic and then construct your own syllabus and plan. Gathering information, initial research, having a dialogue with new information - unlock these skills and you will unlock your life. Make complex topics painless and less intimidating to approach and break down. Peter Hollins has studied psychology and peak human performance for over a dozen years and is a bestselling author. He has worked with a multitude of individuals to unlock their potential and path towards success. His writing draws on his academic, coaching, and research experience. Science-based methods to help your brain absorb and retain more. • Essential memory-boosting techniques. • How to deeply encode information into your brain. • How to understand the bigger picture of how your brain learns. • Understanding the learning mindsets you need, and the ones you must avoid. • Models and frameworks for every phase of learning and memory. Most people have multiple careers in their lives. Self-learning is how you keep up and adapt. The only thing that is given in life is that it will change. Seasons change. Moods change. You will change. Whatever happens, you will need to adapt to your new circumstances. Survival of the fittest isn’t just something that exists in science textbooks - it’s what happens in every phase of your life. The ability to learn is what determines whether you sink or swim. .

    7 min
  5. Finding Meaning in the Ashes: Viktor Frankl's Logotherapy and the Power of Choice

    APR 2

    Finding Meaning in the Ashes: Viktor Frankl's Logotherapy and the Power of Choice

    00:00:22 Hello listeners 00:01:28 We’ll first turn our attention to the much-admired author Viktor Frankl Legendary Self-Discipline: Lessons from Mythology and Modern Heroes on Choosing the Right Path Over the Easy Path By Peter Hollins Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/legendaryselfdiscipline https://www.amazon.com/dp/B089G6MNQC Fight temptation, tame your impulses, and learn to persevere. We know we should use self-discipline, just like we know we should budget more wisely, or eat more healthy. But just because we know about something doesn’t mean we know how to do it. See role model; copy role model. It's the quickest path from Point A to Point B. Legendary Self-Discipline teaches you tough lessons in clear ways. Want to learn to resist distraction, push through your pain, and embrace a life of hardship yet ultimate fulfillment? The ancient Greeks were onto something. Not only that - we’ll dive into a few more modern role models to emulate, and understand how we can cope with the difficulties of life, yet never stop and keep on going. This book imparts a multitude of lessons in two sections. The first section is on mythology and seeing willpower and great hardship play out - this allows you to understand the best mindset. The second section is on real-life titans of self-discipline and perseverance - this shows you what is truly possible. How to keep going when the going gets tough. Peter Hollins has studied psychology and peak human performance for over a dozen years and is a bestselling author. He has worked with a multitude of individuals to unlock their potential and path towards success. His writing draws on his academic, coaching, and research experience. Learn the willpower lessons that have withstood the test of time. Pandora’s Box, the 12 labors of Hercules, the story of Arete and Kakia, Icarus and Daedalus, and many more tales to capture your imagination and motivate you to be better. Plus, well-known modern figures such as Victor Frankl, Stephen King, Thomas Edison, and Benjamin Franklin. Identify the tiny changes you can make for huge results in your life. Many times, what we want is not complex. You might even call it simple. Yet, it is rarely easy. And that’s because self-discipline holds us back. Our habits, addictions, and limited comfort zone control us. But that’s no way to live. Take inspiration from heroes of old and present-day warriors. Achieve your long-term goals by clicking the BUY NOW button. This is the sixth book in the “Live a Disciplined Life” series, as listed below: 1.The Science of Self-Discipline: The Willpower, Mental Toughness, and Self-Control to Resist Temptation and Achieve Your Goals. 2.Finish What You Start: The Art of Following Through, Taking Action, Executing, & Self-Discipline. 3.Neuro-Discipline: Everyday Neuroscience for Self-Discipline, Focus, and Defeating Your Brain’s Impulsive and Distracted Nature. 4.Mind Over Matter: The Self-Discipline to Execute Without Excuses, Control Your Impulses, and Keep Going When You Want to Give Up. 5. Practical Self-Discipline. 6.Legendary Self-Discipline: Lessons from Mythology and Modern Heroes on Choosing the Right Path Over the Easy Path.

    14 min
  6. Decoding Our Ancestors: How Evolutionary Psychology Explains Fear, Phobias, and Irrational Behavior

    MAR 26

    Decoding Our Ancestors: How Evolutionary Psychology Explains Fear, Phobias, and Irrational Behavior

    00:00:25 Hello listeners 00:05:59 Phobias 00:12:04 Anxiety and Fear 00:20:38 Does Free Will Exist? 00:25:30 Takeaways 00:00:25 Hello listeners 00:05:59 Phobias 00:12:04 Anxiety and Fear 00:20:38 Does Free Will Exist? 00:25:30 Takeaways Psychological Triggers: Human Nature, Irrationality, and Why We Do What We Do. The Hidden Influences Behind Our Actions, Thoughts, and Behaviors. (Understand Your Brain Better) By: Peter Hollins Hear it Here - https://bit.ly/psychologicaltriggershollins Understand, avoid, and defeat the subconscious causes of your irrational and self-defeating behaviors. It’s only human nature. A psychological trigger is something that causes us to act out of urgency - not correctness or even happiness. It’s a switch that is flipped outside of our consciousness. This is fertile ground for some of the worst decisions of our lives. Seize control and of your impulses and make better decisions. Psychological Triggers is an introduction to yourself - your impulses, your desires, and everything in your subconscious that drives you to action. It answers the question, “Why did I just make a terrible choice when I know I shouldn’t have?” We are all slaves to our triggers, and this book seeks to identify them to better battle them. We might think we are making our decisions independently and out of free will, but you’ll discover that to be far from reality. Master your psychology, master your life. Peter Hollins has studied psychology and peak human performance for over a dozen years and is a bestselling author. He has worked with a multitude of individuals to unlock their potential and path towards success. His writing draws on his academic, coaching, and research experience. Think clearly and triumph over your human nature. •The triggering effects of social pressure and conformity. •How everyday emotions are behind some of the most powerful triggers. •Natural, biological, evolutionary human drives - can you regulate them? •Simple thinking traps we all fall victim to. •The notion of free will and whether it truly exists. Beat psychological triggers, reclaim your free will, and irrationality. Is purely rational thinking, devoid of emotion and human drives, a reality? Probably not. But you can certainly live free from your worst impulses and irrational hunches, which are what psychological triggers create more often than not. See yourself thrive from consistently making beneficial decisions and defeating your primal psychology. Understand, avoid, and defeat the subconscious causes of your irrational and self-defeating behaviors. It’s only human nature. A psychological trigger is something that causes us to act out of urgency - not correctness or even happiness. It’s a switch that is flipped outside of our consciousness. This is fertile ground for some of the worst decisions of our lives. Seize control and of your impulses and make better decisions. Psychological Triggers is an introduction to yourself - your impulses, your desires, and everything in your subconscious that drives you to action. It answers the question, “Why did I just make a terrible choice when I know I shouldn’t have?” We are all slaves to our triggers, and this book seeks to identify them to better battle them. We might think we are making our decisions independently and out of free will, but you’ll discover that to be far from reality. Master your psychology, master your life. Peter Hollins has studied psychology and peak human performance for over a dozen years and is a bestselling author. He has worked with a multitude of individuals to unlock their potential and path towards success. His writing draws on his academic, coaching, and research experience. Think clearly and triumph over your human nature. • The triggering effects of social pressure and conformity. • How everyday emotions are behind some of the most powerful triggers. • Natural, biological, evolutionary human drives - can you regulate them? • Simple thinking traps we all fall victim to. • The notion of free will and whether it truly exists. Beat psychological triggers, reclaim your free will, and irrationality. Is purely rational thinking, devoid of emotion and human drives, a reality? Probably not. But you can certainly live free from your worst impulses and irrational hunches, which are what psychological triggers create more often than not. See yourself thrive from consistently making beneficial decisions and defeating your primal psychology. .

    28 min
  7. From Eureka to Empires: Archimedes' Genius and the Legacy of Scientific Discovery

    MAR 19

    From Eureka to Empires: Archimedes' Genius and the Legacy of Scientific Discovery

    00:00:28 Hello listeners 00:01:03 “Give me a place to stand and a lever long enough, and I will move the world." 00:13:40 • Use breaks and rest strategically. 00:14:31 • Cut down on noise and distraction. 00:15:17 • Honor your random insights and epiphanies by writing them down when they happen. 00:18:00 • Find a task so engrossing that it makes the rest of the world disappear. 00:18:29 • It may sound obvious, but if you’re “on a roll,” don’t forcefully stop yourself. 00:18:46 • Even our passions can be a drag sometimes, but it’s often just a question of getting started and staying with a task long enough for our own natural momentum to kick in. 00:20:00 • Whatever you’re trying to learn, find ways to anchor it in your everyday life. 00:28:31 Questions for reflection 00:00:28 Hello listeners 00:01:03 “Give me a place to stand and a lever long enough, and I will move the world." 00:13:40 • Use breaks and rest strategically. 00:14:31 • Cut down on noise and distraction. 00:15:17 • Honor your random insights and epiphanies by writing them down when they happen. 00:18:00 • Find a task so engrossing that it makes the rest of the world disappear. 00:18:29 • It may sound obvious, but if you’re “on a roll,” don’t forcefully stop yourself. 00:18:46 • Even our passions can be a drag sometimes, but it’s often just a question of getting started and staying with a task long enough for our own natural momentum to kick in. 00:20:00 • Whatever you’re trying to learn, find ways to anchor it in your everyday life. 00:28:31 Questions for reflection Think Like the Greats: Lessons from History’s Top Performers, Champions, and Masters (Mental Models for Better Living Book 9) By Peter Hollins https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FD8QJZCV What if the secret to greatness isn’t talent, but how you think? Imagine channeling the calm discipline of Marcus Aurelius in chaos, the precision of Marie Curie in pursuit of truth, the inventive fire of Archimedes under pressure, the emotional genius of Shakespeare on the page, and the relentless artistry of Mozart in the face of rejection. THINK LIKE THE GREATS is not a biography compilation — it’s your mental upgrade, built on the tested thinking patterns of the world’s most iconic performers, inventors, creators, and philosophers. These were not just individuals of talent, but of uncommon perspective — and this book decodes their mental frameworks for modern use. Inside, you’ll uncover how to: Strengthen Mental Clarity and Control: Apply Stoic reasoning from Marcus Aurelius to stay steady in a turbulent world. Fuel Lifelong Curiosity and Grit: Embrace the scientific persistence and intellectual courage of Marie Curie to solve hard problems. Think in First Principles: Adopt Archimedes’ radical approach to innovation and insight — not just solving problems, but reframing them. Master Emotional Intelligence Through Story: Learn how Shakespeare used narrative to expose human truth and influence minds across centuries. Produce at a High Level with Consistency: Unpack the rituals and resilience behind Mozart’s relentless creativity and output. Whether you’re building a company, crafting your legacy, or just hungry to be better — the masters of history have already left the blueprint. This book hands it to you. Stop following the average path. Start thinking like the greats — and create your own enduring masterpiece.

    30 min
  8. Breaking Free: From Laziness to Laser Focus - Mastering Mindset & Action

    MAR 12

    Breaking Free: From Laziness to Laser Focus - Mastering Mindset & Action

    00:00:27 Hello listeners, welcome to The Science of Self 00:05:34 The Different Types of Laziness 00:20:21 Make the Serenity Prayer your new mantra How To Do Things You Hate: Self-Discipline to Suffer Less, Embrace the Suck, and Achieve Anything (Live a Disciplined Life Book 16) By: Peter Hollins https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CGRD68JL Doing things you hate is a skill. And it's a skill that is always in high demand. Look, you can teach hard skills. You can teach a monkey to do lots of things that humans can do. But you can't force them to work without a monkey revolt on your hands. All growth comes from discomfort and the ability to push through. How To Do Things You Hate is a primer on how you can embody the self-discipline to live the life you want. It's not easy; otherwise everyone would be there. It requires surmounting boulders, crossing oceans, and not a small amount of pain. It's always worth it, but are you able to get there? Are you tough enough? Can you find the motivation inside you somewhere? Are you able to taking it on the chin? After this book, you will be able to resoundingly say YES! Self-discipline and willpower are the best habits, because everything can stack on them. Peter Hollins has studied psychology and peak human performance for over a dozen years and is a bestselling author. He has worked with a multitude of individuals to unlock their potential and path towards success. His writing draws on his academic, coaching, and research experience. Not just more productivity, but you'll start to notice that your to-do list will always be DONE. -Diagnose and understand the exact type of laziness problem you have and why your butt is always glued to the couch. -The value of discomfort and how to love it with daily exercises and practices that make you absolutely monk-like. -The incredibly valuable 90-second rule of emotional volatility and self-mastery. -The doom loop of procrastination and how you are probably caught in it right now, every day. -How you should approach your daily tasks like a pro athlete with daily routines, and activation modes .

    24 min
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Despite so many studies being done on improving ourselves, it can be hard to find specific, actionable steps to make our lives better. Bestselling authors cut out the jargon and pop psychology to give insight and tips to be a better you. If you want proven ways and applicable tips to live a better life, listen in weekly and improve your life from the inside out!

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  • Creator
    Peter Hollins
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    248
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Peter Hollins
  • Show Website
    The Science of Self