The Real Science Of Willpower & Motivation - Neuroscientist Andrew Huberman

I'm only here because of discipline. I was in severe depression for 5 years. The only way I get myself up every day isn't inspiration or hope. I get up because I believe that I need to be productive. If I'm choosing to remain in this world, I need to do what I was made for as a man. I need to work towards something.

I used to believe everything the system told me. That life is about getting a job, paying bills, starting a family, and retiring one day if I’m lucky. Then I stumbled on this book by someone who dares to question all of it. Someone young – like really young – but with a mind sharper than most older people I’ve met. It’s not a book of answers. It’s a book of fire. And it made me realize I’ve been living in a mental prison, decorated to look like freedom. If you’ve ever felt like something’s off – this book won’t give you peace. But maybe that’s exactly what you need. They Called ME Black Sheep

I love how Dr Huberman always credits his colleagues whenever he cites their research. It's a sign of an honest, non-narcissistic man.

I’m proud of everyone here for taking steps to becoming the ideal version of themself. Progress isn’t linear, failing is guaranteed, and life is worthless unless you give it meaning. Best of luck to you all on your journeys

I was depressed since I was a child. I was in the streets at 10. I was an alcoholic by 14. I was in jail by 17. & I was selling fire arms by 18. I “was” depressed in these times… I turned that around when I realized this life is not all about me, I’m a man & I have shit to do. I’ve been 5 years away from that side of me. I’m perfecting the art of my own purpose now. & you’ll do the same my friend

I tried everything, preworkouts, youtube gurus, morning routines that nearly killed me. none of it hit. then i saw someone mention Testosterone Rewired by David Brooks in the comments and it literally changed my life. Something shifted. not overnight magic, but clarity. Following everything in that book past couple of weeks made me realize I was running on empty for YEARS. wish I knew about this years ago🔥

I found self-discipline to be much easier when you love yourself, and you realize you’re doing these “things” for your betterment. Don’t really love yourself, it’s much harder to make the effort.

Forcing myself to do things I don't want to do (particular when it comes to physical suffering) ends up giving me more self confidence than anything else.

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“Whether you think you can or can’t. You’re right.” - Henry Ford