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Andrew Huberman
앤드루 휴버먼
Stanford neuroscientist and host of the Huberman Lab podcast
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- Quotes 345
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Cultivate Intrinsic Motivation
MindsetFocusing on the reward at the end of a task can diminish the enjoyment of the work itself; try to find satisfaction in the process to sustain long-term effort.
Prioritize High Intensity for Brain Health
ProductivityHigh-intensity interval training can lead to better improvements in hippocampal function and structure compared to low-intensity exercise.
Invest in Long Term Cognitive Gains
LearningShort-term intensive physical interventions can yield cognitive benefits that are maintained for several years after the training ends.
Embrace the Shame Quotient
LearningAdults often avoid new skills because they fear looking incompetent; leaning into this discomfort is essential for neuroplasticity.
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Value the Clutch State
MindsetHigh performance does not always require a flow state; performing at one's best often involves 'limbic friction' and hard cognitive work.
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Target Optimal Not Normal Ranges
StrategyStandard laboratory 'normal' ranges may not be the same as 'optimal' ranges for preventing cognitive decline or maximizing health.
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The Volume Cap for Cognitive Preservation
FocusLimit physical training volume to avoid total exhaustion if high-level cognitive work is required later in the day.
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Balance Aerobic and Resistance Training
LearningAerobic exercise primarily benefits gray matter and memory, while resistance training supports white matter and executive decision-making functions.
Prioritize Bioavailable Supplement Forms
LifeWhen choosing supplements like magnesium, one should opt for bioavailable forms like glycinate over cheaper alternatives to ensure effective absorption.
Value Expert Communication
LeadershipA founder should prioritize clarity in communication when sharing complex information to ensure it is actionable for the audience.
Embrace Lifelong Physical Rigor
ResilienceMaintaining athletic challenges in adulthood supports cognitive function and personal resilience.
Total Commitment in Partnerships
LifeA relationship or partnership should feel like a total internal 'yes' rather than a negotiation of compromises to be successful.
Supporting quotes
I think my cognition is better when I'm doing more cardio and when the repetition ranges are a little bit or higher, which is not to say that people who lift heavy are dumb
Source Andrew Huberman Transcript for Andrew Huberman: Relationships, Drama, Betrayal, Sex, and Love | Lex Fridman Podcast #393 - Lex Fridman, 2023 (opens in a new tab)
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Trust Interoceptive Signals
DecisionsThe body provides immediate signals of comfort or unease that are often more accurate than logical over-analysis.
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what's great about getting older is that you stop questioning the signals that come from, I think deeper recesses of your nervous system to say, "Hey, this is not good," or, "Hey, this is great, more of this."
Source Andrew Huberman Transcript for Andrew Huberman: Relationships, Drama, Betrayal, Sex, and Love | Lex Fridman Podcast #393 - Lex Fridman, 2023 (opens in a new tab)
2 more supporting quotes are in the member records.
Acknowledge Internal Drives
MindsetUnderstand that humans possess varying ratios of aggressive and pleasure drives which dictate their behavior and interactions.
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Prioritize Friendship in Partnerships
LifeA successful long-term romantic relationship should be built on a foundation of genuine friendship, trust, and delight in each other's presence.
Prioritize Accuracy Over Deadlines
ContentIt is better to delay a product or content release to ensure it meets high quality and accuracy standards rather than rushing a flawed version.
Structure Content Before Execution
ContentHe uses a whiteboard to sculpt the flow and elements of a topic, taking photos of the bullet points to use as a guide instead of a teleprompter.
Prioritize Peace for Deep Work
ProductivityA stable personal life and a lack of distraction are essential for dropping into a generative, productive work state.
Use Supplements Sparingly
FocusIf using cognitive enhancers like L-tyrosine or PEA, limit them to once or twice a week to prevent crashes and maintain long-term sensitivity.
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