The Dr CK Bray Show

The Olympic dream continues as Dr. Bray dives into the mechanics of peak performance and mastery. Learn what steps many of the Olympic athletes have taken to become peak performers. It isn’t as difficult as you think and applies to all aspects of life. You will learn how to apply these methods to any new hobby or skill you decide to undertake. If you haven’t listened to episode 388, Dr. Bray recommends you listen to that first and then jump into this podcast. **Peak by Anders Ericsson **The Art of Impossible Steven Kotler (Great book to read on this subject)

The Olympics are on, and if you are watching as many sports as I am (so much for going to bed early and getting a good night's rest), then you may have wondered, "How do these individuals get so good at what they do?" That is what I am talking about on today's podcast. The information will shock you, as new research is teaching us the best way to learn quickly and master new skills. You don't want to miss this episode which is full of science to increasing your performance in both work and life. **Daniel Coyle wrote the book "The Talent Code" that is well worth reading and contains excellent research. I shared his outstanding work in this podcast, along with more recent research.

If you could go to lunch with anyone in the world, who would you choose? A study done over fifty years ago asked those questions and the responses included the president of the United States, ivy-league college presidents, and world-renowned musicians and artists. The same questions were asked a few years ago and the two of the top responses were Britney Spears (free Britney) and Paris Hilton. When asked what they would like to be when they grow up the responses were rich, famous or to work with someone famous. Ouch! Today on the Dr. CK Bray show Dr. Bray shares the best way to create meaning, purpose, and fulfillment in your life. He discusses the best way to change the world and unfortunately, it isn't by being rich or famous. Learn what the research has to offer on this topic.

Today’s podcast focuses on Neuroscience in the News! Dr. Bray has been reading the latest research and found five topics that range from the important to the, well, let’s say less important! In less than 15 minutes, Dr. Bray discusses the latest research about: 1. Sleep 2. A new device to help with the OCD problem of hair-pulling. 3. Why food porn can increase your social media following. 4. How disadvantaged neighborhoods can influence the brain connections of children. 5. A psilocybin update on depression. Be up to date on the latest brain research and enjoy a laugh or two while listening to Dr. Bray explain the latest research.

All will be well with the world after you win your millions. Except it won’t, because of a scientific term called Hedonic Adaption. Hedonic adaption is a theory that people quickly become accustomed to pleasurable things in their lives and return to their normal set point of happiness. Today Dr. Bray shares the ways to raise your happiness setpoint! Research *Phillip Brickman & Coates; Costa & Marcea, Alice Boyes

Dr. Bray takes on the Mt. Everest of life’s questions on today’s show. Dr. Bray discusses the importance of having meaning and purpose in your life and what happens when you don’t. He also shares insights on discovering what brings meaning and purpose and the benefits of taking on one of life’s biggest challenges. This 20-minute show will have you laughing one minute and then seriously contemplating the direction of your life the next. **Thanks to Dr. James Pennebaker and Dr. Jordan Peterson for their research which contributed to this podcast.

If the doctor gives you a prescription, one-third of individuals won’t fill it. Of the two-thirds who do fill it, half won’t take the medication or will take it incorrectly. Yet if you take your pet to the vet, you are highly likely to fill the prescription and give it correctly to your beloved animal. Why is that? Why do you treat your pet and other people better than you treat yourself? A question that Dr. Bray will dive into on today’s podcast, along with understanding the importance of taking time to think about where your life is going and how your perceived value influences where your life is headed. Assignment: Take an hour or two over the next week to think about Dr. Bray’s value questions and the three step plan. Selfauthoring.com References: James Pennebaker Jordan Peterson QUOTES BY DR. BRAY “You are responsible to treat yourself well.” “Do what is more meaningful!” “It is a terrible strategy to be unaware so you don’t see yourself failing.”

A fable from Aesop, a trip to Moab, Utah, and a calendar with how many weeks Dr. Bray has left to live inspired this podcast on one of the most important human questions you will ever face. Don’t miss this episode as Dr. Bray discusses the science, psychology, and personal stories on a meaningful and purposeful life.

We slip into communication patterns when we fail to develop a variety of responses to people’s comments, we become predictable and we aren’t prepared for conversations where we’re caught off guard. We often go silent when someone says something we don't like, hurts our feelings or we disagree with. You can handle a political environment if you understand how the conversation works and how to turn it around.

Being rich is no longer all about money, it is also about time. The pandemic sparked thinking about how we spend our time and how we could choose to spend our time differently, in a way that would create a more rich, fulfilling and happy life. Today, Dr. Bray shares his thoughts and research on time poverty and time prosperity. As the world continues to change it may be the right moment to take a good look at how you spend your time. ***Please see Ashley Whillans article “ Which of these time traps is eating all your time?” Apologies to Ashley who Dr. Bray referred to as Jenny Whillans in the podcast.