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35. Brain Mapping: The Secret to Peak Performance? with Santiago Brand

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Brain Hack Your Way to Success: Unveiling Your Brain's Potential with Santiago Brand

Discover the secrets of your own mind! 🧠

Ever wondered what's REALLY going on inside your head? 🤔 Join Michelle O'Brien in this eye-opening episode of the Upward Spiral podcast as she dives deep into the world of brain mapping with special guest, Santiago Brand!

Santiago, a renowned sport and clinical psychologist specializing in brain optimization, guides Michelle through a live brain mapping session – and the results are fascinating! 🤯 They uncover surprising insights about Michelle's cognitive abilities, emotional regulation, and peak performance potential.

In this episode, you'll discover:

  • The power of brain mapping: A non-invasive tool that reveals your brain's unique patterns and potential.

  • The truth about mental health: Why personalized approaches are crucial, and how brain training can lead to transformative changes.

  • The heart-brain connection: How heart rate variability influences brain function and practical strategies to enhance both.

  • And much more! Including the impact of sleep, anxiety, and even social dynamics on your mental well-being.

    • Tune in now and unlock your brain's potential!

    Chapters 

    00:00 Introduction

    05:49 Exploring Brain Functionality and Performance

    11:58 Personalizing Mental Health Interventions

    17:51 Understanding EEG and Brain Activity

    23:56 The Default Mode Network and Attention

    39:40 Understanding Genetic Predispositions and Health Risks

    40:32 The Importance of EEG in Brain Mapping

    41:30 Distinguishing Between Diagnosis and Guidance

    42:27 Identifying Neuromarkers for Peak Performance

    44:20 The Double-Edged Sword of Ambition

    46:36 Enhancing Peak Performance Without Compromising Health

    48:29 Language Production and Cognitive Functions

    49:50 The Myth of Multitasking and Its Implications

    51:42 Impulse Control and Decision-Making

    53:09 Social Anxiety and Trauma Markers

    55:35 Regulating Emotional Responses and Dopamine Levels

    57:30 Stabilizing Brain Patterns for Better Mental Health

    58:57 The Impact of Hormonal Changes on Mental Health

    01:00:51 Understanding Dyslexia and Cognitive Challenges

    01:01:47 Brain Processing Speed and Intelligence

    01:02:40 Self-Regulation and Sensory Processing

    01:04:06 Cognitive Flexibility and Stubbornness

    01:06:28 Finding Balance Between Ambition and Personal Life

    01:08:55 Training the Brain for Better Decision-Making

    01:10:54 Connectivity in the Brain and Its Implications

    01:12:45 The Role of the Client in Therapy

    01:14:09 Embracing Self-Improvement and Personal Growth

    01:15:36 Understanding ADHD Tendencies

    01:17:30 Creating an Action Plan for Mental Wellness

    Don't forget to:

    • Subscribe to the Upward Spiral podcast for more inspiring episodes!

    • Leave a review and share your thoughts on this episode.

    • Check out Santiago Brand's YouTube channel (link below) for more brain-boosting tips!

    • Visit the New Leaf Counseling Center (link below) to schedule your own brain mapping session in Singapore.

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