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Thank you very much! Have a question: when you achieve to do something and you end up loving it, can you trick yourself to believe it sucks, so AMCC is building up though?
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.
It's also just how the scientific profession works - you always have to cite a reference for where you get your information from. He could be honest and non-narcissistic (probably true) but it could also be because he is competent at his job
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
Thank you for this! The" failing is guaranteed" part really resonates with me at the moment, and probably with many others too. We just need to get back up and back on track! 😁
Your words encapsulate a powerful truth about personal growth. The journey to becoming our ideal selves is fraught with challenges, yet each step, no matter how small, is a victory. Embracing failure as a part of the process is key to maintaining momentum and finding meaning in our efforts. It's this very struggle that shapes our character and brings fulfillment. By acknowledging this, you're fostering a mindset that values persistence and resilience, inspiring others to persevere in their own paths to self-improvement.
Sooooo true, life is worthless and you feel so worthless without meaning or knowing your working towards something. Man I can’t tell you how true that is. I have been there and I feel like I’m just coming out of it slowly but surely. After my divorce and I didn’t have my wife and kids to wake up to and go to work for everyday I felt like I was just existing and had nothing to look forward to and nothing to work towards. Basically I was dead. I had no feeling to anything and had no emotion at all. It’s the worst feeling to have when u have no feeling at all. I would still function and smile everyday as usual but that smile was forced and it was so hard to do cause it was fake and I despise fake. I’m trying to this day to find and gather myself so that I can get my life and myself back. I take it dad by day and just to get through a day takes soooo much energy. I use to get upset cause I woke up again in the morning and I would ask why?!!! I use to be a very disciplined man. I went to the gym daily and if I didn’t get off work till 2 in the morning I would go to the gym cause it was something I told myself I was going to do. The gym was my passion and it still is but I just don’t go and boxing is my passion and I miss it the most. I need to stop being a girl and get myself in order, that I know
Self Discipline is total FREEDOM. Counterintuitive to most perspectives. It is a foundation of integrity. So solid that you have no concerns to even have to fight off... Why it's so peaceful... It is the way to have it all... The work and the play.❤
Freedom is the ability to choose and live with the ramifications of our choices. I see this link with Discipline because being disciplined is one of the hardest choices to make and requires lots of will power.
@@westmantooth6846 💯 Stoicism - an ancient Greek school of philosophy founded at Athens by Zeno of Citium. The school taught that virtue, the highest good, is based on knowledge; the wise live in harmony with the divine Reason (also identified with Fate and Providence) that GOVERNS nature, and are INDIFFERENT to the VICISSITUDES of fortune and to pleasure and pain.
@@pseudo_ra Will Power can be commanded by the skillful use of one's IMAGINATION. ✨ We were never supposed to stop using it 👁️ It is the most powerful tool our Creator gave us... This is one of its very purposes.
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
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.
Same here! I started going to the gym with my husband this month and omg , the struggle to even get my gym clothes on is ridiculous. I come up with all these excuses as to why "It's not a good time". But when I just push through it and drag myself out the door even if I'm in such a grumpy mood I actually leave the gym feeling better and motivated for "life" lol.
The question is: Why do you need self confidence in first place ? Do you need to be ever stimulated in order to feel you are alive and feeling good ? Our happiness does not depend on any external factors. It's about the discovery of the dimension of the everlasting consciousness, our presence, which is the ultimate self. When you discover this space in yourself, you don't care about low or high self esteem, confidence, achievements, it's a completely different way to see the life, with real joy, strength and happiness. It's no effort, because you don't need to pull yourself. You can learn more about by watching Eckhart Tolle videos, or Allan Watts, Ramana Maharshi, Krishnamurti, etc. Good luck. 👍
Pushing through tasks that challenge us, especially those involving physical effort, can be incredibly empowering. It builds self-confidence and resilience, demonstrating that we are capable of more than we initially believe. This process of overcoming discomfort is transformative, fostering a deeper sense of achievement and personal strength. It's a testament to the idea that growth often comes from pushing our limits. By embracing these challenges, we not only enhance our physical capabilities but also fortify our mental and emotional resilience.
00:01 Voluntary exercise has positive effects on health metrics, while forced exercise leads to negative impacts. 02:06 Stress enhances performance by harnessing ability to focus and memory formation 04:18 Willpower is not a limited resource, and it's related to motivation and discipline. 06:28 AMCC controls tenacity and willpower 08:33 Cardiovascular exercise at 65-70% heart rate can increase the size of AMCC. 10:23 Identify micro and macro sucks for better productivity 12:17 Deadlines and pressure can increase productivity 14:07 Pushing ourselves just a little bit beyond our sense of satisfaction. 15:58 Mud\Wtr is a healthy alternative to morning coffee
Stop the press. Been listening to huberman for years. But, I possibly just heard the most profound thing he's ever said. Starting from 10 minutes and 40 seconds. It is good to want things that suck. We should not only welcome those things, but we should desire them, and we should even celebrate them. They both literally and physiologically create life. We should not aim to remove all pain or all the things that suck from our life. Just the opposite. We should make sure we have them in our life. Point being, pain is okay. In fact, by design it is good. Wrapping my head and heart around this one is not easy.
Suffering is inevitable but you get to choose your own variety of it. Do nothing and the consequences are your suffering, or voluntarily suffer now to avoid the consequences of inaction. We each have a natural tendancy towards convenience and comfort but you can choose to give those up for something greater.
We develop self-esteem by doing yards things, repeatedly. Overcoming, pushing limits, surprising ourselves, these are the things which lift us up and develops confidence and self-esteem. That this a surprise to the newer generations shows how many have been robbed of opportunities to develop resiliency by rewarding them for doing essentially so little as to be laughable. The level of anxiety in young people has been there for a while now and I think it has so much to do with not learning to do the hard things, gutting through it coming out the other side. Belief in self is huge.
Definitely. But you can’t want it too much. If you learn to enjoy the pain then it becomes too volitional, and it no longer has the same level of suck.
Dr. Huberman's perspective on embracing discomfort is indeed thought-provoking. The idea that seeking out and celebrating challenging experiences can lead to profound personal growth is transformative. Pain and struggle, often seen as obstacles, are reframed as essential components of a fulfilling life. This mindset encourages us to view adversity as an opportunity for development rather than something to avoid. It's a powerful shift in thinking that aligns with the natural human capacity for resilience and adaptation, ultimately leading to a more enriched and purposeful existence.
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.
Loving oneself is undeniably a cornerstone of effective self-discipline. When we operate from a place of self-compassion, the tasks we undertake are imbued with purpose and a genuine desire for self-improvement. This love acts as a motivator, making the pursuit of our goals feel more like a nurturing journey rather than a burdensome obligation. It's a reminder that the foundation of discipline is not just about strict routines but also about a profound respect and care for our own well-being. This balance is crucial for sustainable personal growth.
Regarding that “do a little bit more” principal - According to Arnold Schwarzenegger, when he asked Muhammad Ali how many reps he did, this was Ali’s reply: “First, I go until I’m exhausted. Then I start counting reps.” On the self discipline front, one of the best pieces of advice I ever read was “Always do the hardest thing first.”
The principle of pushing beyond exhaustion to count reps, as exemplified by Muhammad Ali, underscores a profound truth about self-discipline and perseverance. This approach teaches us that true growth begins where comfort ends. Additionally, prioritizing the hardest tasks first can set a powerful tone for the day, building momentum and confidence. These insights highlight the importance of embracing challenges and structuring our efforts for maximum impact. This philosophy not only enhances physical resilience but also fortifies our mental and emotional strength, leading to a more disciplined and accomplished life.
Great episode. Key to survival is purpose. We all need one when we wake up in the morning, or we're just barely existing (if not already dead). Same as loneliness - it's not lack of companionship, it's lack of purpose.
Yesss!! Purpose is everything, even if you manufacture purpose, one must have purpose to keep going. Find one, even if you have to start small. Being accountable to something or to someone, real or imagined. When we listen to the voice in our head that tells us we have no purpose, it's LYING to you! Think of someone you love/loved and you valued in your life, whether living or not. Or even a figure you admire. Talk to them. Write to them in a journal. Ask them for advice, imagine them supporting you. Volunteer at an animal shelter. Become accountable to someone or something. You will feel purposeful.
@@lauriecolaprete3460 May you have found something that brings you love, and to which you can give love, a smile, a gift of a kind word. Blessings on you.
" You don't become confident by shouting affirmations in the mirror, but by having a stack of undiniable proof that you are who you say you are. Outwork your self-doubt .. " Alex Hormozi
Self Discipline is total FREEDOM. Counterintuitive to most perspectives. It is a foundation of integrity. So solid that you have no concerns to even have to fight off... Why it's so peaceful... It is the way to have it all... The work and the play.
I listen to these podcasts/ RU-vid videos from the usual suspects regularly , and I love them. I’ve gained so much knowledge and appreciation for the hosts and the topics discussed. This makes me always question myself for personal improvement based from the info communicated …. However, I have one question/ thought pattern often which non of them seem to address…. I am a carpenter/ builder, done it since I was 16, now 34. All the training/ exercise advice they give seems to be aimed at people with ‘office jobs’ trying to get fit, or athletes trying maximise performance …. No criticism what so ever, but… If you’ve ever worked on a building site, particularly for long periods of time, it’s one of the most physically demanding career choices you could make. I work 9 hour days , 6 day a week humping timber, digging holes, pouring concrete etc etc. I’m not blowing my own trumpet, The point I’m getting at is… I’d be interested to hear some scientific data on people that work such physical lives, other than athletes. Ie construction workers, farmers, miners etc. we are exposed to lots of toxic chemicals, dust but that’s part of the job and we accept that our lives maybe cut short from the exposure. That being said, I’ve met some of the toughest, strongest most resilient people on building sites that do no other form of exercise. To add briefly to a long post, apologies…being British, I think the class system plays a huge part. Working class Northerners are a tough breed full stop.
Well put! My husband is a plasterer. And for a long time I was following all the advice on nutrition, excercise etc and wanting him to adhere to what I was trying to to, until I realised what you just said… It would be great to find advice, research etc, that would applies.
I love this because what motivates you is bigger than you. Lately I’ve been devoting myself to my higher self and service to the world and I’ve been so much more productive and disiplined
I think it's so true how you should confront the challenge that is darkest to you and only you. That's why so many people look outside but in reality only you'll know what's darkest to you. I love running, I can't get my head around why people struggle to go to the gym and run. It's like an actual addiction for me. However, even though I'll push myself... My AMCC is probably not growing from it. Therefore, I should tackle something like cooking for my family because you me cooking sucks.
For me it is the opposite - I find repetitive exercise insanely boring. I had to start playing basketball again so I could trick myself into regular cardio because it was linked to something that would also engage my mind (reading plays, being in the right place ahead of time, defensive schemes, etc). I can't understand why people would run or go to the gym for the sake of it vs the discipline of maintaining fitness.
Happens to me with cycling, I love it, I'll do up to 60 km everyday without a problem and at this point I feel so empty when I don't go out, I sometimes cycle twice a day. I think my AMCC grows when I stay home and do hard tasks instead of going cycling which is my escape. Running though is hard as fuck to me so I'll do it a bit more often
Keep running! I've been running 30+ yrs, when you are older it isn't so much fun, but the reward of doing something difficult that your body doesn't want to do, is actually more.
@@hola_chelo Yeah I love biking but I find having to get my bike out of the shed and lock everything up is what accelerates my AMCC I guess, because it sucks haha. This is a really interesting thread, keep telling us what you guys doing difficult with exercise. I love running because I can listen to my music which is a brilliant thing to do
When I was trying to dig myself out of this financial, mental and emotional hole I was in, I created this rule 'one shit thing a day'. Even if it was as small as a phonecall. I got myself out of that hole
For my fellow Christians out there - the biblical pirnciples of not fulfilling the desires of the flesh, taking up your cross daily and the act of overcoming explained through science! How cool is that
@@mikes2120just so you know the Bible has been proven to be historically accurate. the Dead Sea scrolls (the oldest written documents found) contain all books of the Bible, except Esther. Whether or not Jesus walked on the earth isn’t the question, the question is whether or not he was a liar. That’s up for you to decide. You can’t deny history, but you are free to deny what Jesus said as true. You should dive in man, and look into it. if you’re right nothing changes. However if I’m right, you’ll burn in hell unless you repent. Just sum to think about 😁
There really was a flood? Wow. You are absolutely, irrefutably wrong. Also there have been about 3k recorded gods. Who is to say you worshipping the wrong one isn't *worse* than worshipping none?
main points I got from this: - mindset and beliefs greatly determine our perception and behaviour - willpower grows through facing and overcoming challenges in life (the things we don't want to do but know will be good for us, not things we already enjoy doing) - willpower is related to our will to live and continue living motivation and willpower is the car that drives us from apathy to tenacity - we can grow our willpower and change our lives in as little as 6 months so.. stay in a good mindset, willpower your way through hard tasks, give it a couple of months and see how you life is going
This actually explains why extreme cold exposure is so effective at boosting someone's mindset! No one, and I mean NO ONE actually wants to do it, no matter how often one has already done it. So I guess the aMCC is highly affected by this practice. Very cool! (sorry for the obligatory pun)
Yes, you can learn to want to do it. I fffing love it. But after a longer break I do it because I don't want to do it. I did it 5-8 times in a week with sauna for 18 months row. 3 times in cold water and sauna start, between and after. Cold exposure from 3-20mins per. For me 8mins seems to make the trick. Time at sauna is at least 6mins in 140-160 heart beat.
This just made my day … I do deal that I can do many great things .. I have and I will again .. but for where I am at now … it’s these micro struggles that are quick sand and literally suffocating me So yes … Doing these little things is almost everything ❣️
I have mad respect for the people who designed the set, the director and gaffer. Amazing cinematography, I will definitely create the same look. Keep going good team work.
Romans 3:27 talks about the law of faith (the word for faith is simply put persuasion). this conversation shows the truth of the law of faith and how real it is.
@NoteGPT Summary: The video discusses the science behind building extreme discipline, highlighting the effects of exercise, stress, and mindset on health and performance. It emphasizes the importance of the anterior mid singulate cortex (AMCC) in generating tenacity and willpower. The speaker also mentions the significance of micro and macro sucks, tasks that challenge and push individuals outside their comfort zones, in building discipline. Highlights: Exercise, particularly voluntary exercise, leads to improvements in health metrics. Mindset and belief play a significant role in the effects of stress on health. The AMCC is a crucial brain structure involved in generating tenacity and willpower. The AMCC’s size and activity increase with successful resistance to tempting behaviors. Micro and macro sucks, challenging tasks that individuals don’t want to do, help build discipline. Keywords: stress, exercise, health metrics, mindset, belief, AMCC, tenacity, willpower, micro sucks, macro sucks, discipline.
I love the micro and macro sucks!! That helped me understand your point. I'm still not sure how to 'enjoy' the challenging or painful process but I'll definitely reflect on it. I totally understand that I've been programmed by reward and that's why exercise and healthy eating is hard to do on my own. That's a great revelation - thank you!
nice. i rmemeber many years ago buddhist/hindu monks said the same things. like dandapanialso says "to build willpower do a little bit more than you set out to do". AMCC was legendary information
Very good interview and i really enjoy dr, Huberman’s podcasts! He was about to say something to explain further but the interviewer cuts to an example and couldn’t catch what the dr. was about to say.. thanks though to able to make everyone enjoy the subject!
He didnt get to finish his point about Group A's 5 minute negative Video about stress vs. Groub B's 5 minute positive video about stress. I think i can draw the conclusion on my own, but I wanted to hear Huberman's take.
Super interesting to hear this. A few years ago I had pushed myself to start going to the gym. It was challenging and I didn't want to do it, but I went anyways. I got in shape and ended up slowly not going anymore. Now, 3 years later, I've started going at least 5 days a week over the last 8 months... and although I'm now in the best shape of my life, and push myself super hard when I go. The struggle to want to go isn't there anymore. I actually really look forward to it. And I notice my ability to discipline myself is no where close to where it was a few years ago. So thank you for explaining this! It really clarified A LOT of what had created my self discipline back in the day. That same self discipline I had also gave me a much greater desire to live. So I guess this means its time to get after it again! haha
My thoughts exactly. Another comment mentioned cold plunges. I am going tk test a sauna approach. I guess we will have to monitor ourselves ana adapt. No doubt new research will be done. If we set ourselves an alarm for stupid early every once in a while might be good at keeping us on point. Good luck
@@michaelsmith9714 the micro sucks and macro sucks explanations that was given will definitely help! I used to think of it as listening to the "I should" voice in my head. I got really good at just responding to myself when I noticed myself thinking "I should do this". Now I think I give myself more excuses not too because physically and mentally I'm a lot better off than I was a few years ago. But I'm definitely not continuing to push myself like I have before. I've stopped learning new things, stopped creating new goals for myself, and a lot of my passion for life has slowly faded. But even with all that said I'm no where near as depressed and angry as I was like 6 or 7 years ago. Recently getting out of a relationship that had been holding back growth for me has put a lot of things into perspective. Never sacrifice your happiness to try and make someone else happy. In the end you both lose.
Could you clarify a little on what you mean that your discipline levels are jo where close to what they were? Do you mean that even if you workout consistently, it doesn't feel like disciplining you because you don't mind doing it? And therefore, it means that you don't feel as good at disciplining yourself doing other stuff?
@@gediminaskulakauskas8799 yeah that's right. I also mean I tend to procrastinate other things a lot more now too. Awhile back I'd jump at things as soon as they popped into my head.
I just dont know how he could hit the upload button after rewatching his interview not realising how many times he cut huberman off before he could finish his point or story 😳
I do like that story about spending more energy thinking about whether to run or walk the next 50’ than the net difference between physically running and walking the next fifty feet
Seriously not even 1 comment about the power of intention and believe here? This is for me the most important thing out of this 16 minutes, that if you believe that stress is bad, it's going to have bad impact on you, and I believe this is the same with everything. This shows exactly how the media, more specifically what we read and feed to our brains can have impact on our entire life and how quickly we can be switched.
@@someone7773 there is good and bad stress... You literally need stress to live. And everyone experiences stress this isn't a competition, nor a pity party.
@@spacebar9733 u don’t need stress to live. Anxiety tells you if you’re doing something you’re not supposed to be doing. Or if you’re not doing something you’re supposed to be doing. Stress in all forms is the hormone cortisol and seriously bad for you Dawg
Micro/macro suck: I'm a mental health therapist and I've always used my own term "embrace the suck" to encourage my patients to reexamine how they perceive annoying--but necessary and mood enhancing-- tasks (e.g., exercise, ADLs, etc)
Very interesting about Anorexia. I have one kid who had a year of high danger from this condition and it makes me wonder about repurposing the brain function for her studies , her coordination exercises (not aerobic stuff so much) - getting her that sense of reward via things that will actually help her
I've been noticing it my entire life. For example, I can walk far away from home and go back tired, and at the last kilometer I'd feel almost completely exhausted. But I have to force myself to walk that kilometer, and after completing this I feel like I'm alive, and no depression can push me to the ground.
3:03/3:04 minute topic - tenacity and will power 6:21: research on humans and challenge impending feeling /still tenacity and willpower ... AMCC 7:40 - super agers and their AMCC
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Watching a video about discipline was a micro-suck, but getting through it and learning was pleasant!
points disused - 1. Voluntarily doing things have a +ve impact- Experiment done on mice- one mice was allowed to do voluntary exercise and other was forced to do whenever the first one did. Result- the one who do voluntarily saw good psychological result and other saw -ve psychological results. Humans brains work the same way. 2. What you believe is how you feel- Experiment done on people- one group was shown presentation of how stress is good for your health and other group was shown how stress is bad or you. Result- They started to feel what they were told and believed in. 3. AMCC (we have two in either side) is a part of brain responsible for various activities. important ones are Tenacity, Willpower and Will to live. If you do hard things (micro and major suck) it will increase in size and can be used in other activities (Calluses the mind - David Goggins)
this contradiction between the experiment with mice who are forced to exercise (negative physiological parameters), and forcing themselves on humans to exercise willpower as an amcc activation that brings benefits I understand it to mean that the key here is attitude - forcing oneself and sustaining action of one's own volition despite pain as a challenge has a positive effect, while forcing oneself with apathy without faith and will - without the desire to overcome, cutting oneself off - causes harm
The bit about the AMCC not being involved if you simply enjoy something is interesting. I essentially hate every run that I do and I feel truly miserable in the last few minutes. I guess this means my AMCC is really being activates?
9:00 so you say if I live all my life doing hard stuff that I don't want to do I'll live longer to keep doing stuff that I don't want to do? Wow! That's exciting!
I was trying to write a book for the last 15 hours and am high on cocaine and heroin because it helps MY ADHD but im not making progress, and suddenly this pops up because im on my phone the entire time! Thank you 🙏
So in the beginning Andrew says that voluntary exercise has positive effects while forced exercise has negative ones. But when it comes to pushing that extra mile for the amcc activation isn't that somewhat linked to forcing urself in some way? I just felt curious about this like is there any way to avoid said negative effects when forcing urself to keep persevering in any activity?
00:00 🐭 Exercise's impact on health differs based on voluntary vs. forced activity, impacting various health metrics positively or negatively. 01:38 🧠 Mindset significantly influences stress effects on health-positive or negative narratives about stress impact physiological responses. 04:24 💪 Willpower, glucose levels, and beliefs interact in affecting tenacity; mindset influences performance depending on perceptions about willpower's limitations. 08:19 🧭 The anterior mid cingulate cortex (AMCC) plays a pivotal role in tenacity, willpower, and life motivation, affected by challenging tasks and exercise. 10:11 🏋♂ Engaging in "micro sucks" or "macro sucks" (challenging tasks) enhances the AMCC's activity, boosting tenacity and willpower for various life endeavors.
I’m spending three of the past hours trying to write an essay. I’m already drunk after a couple of beers because it helps my ADHD but I’m not making much progress, and suddenly I get this pop up! Thank you 🙏
just so you know, that alcohol is gonna give diminishing returns and you wont catch on to it till after. look up huberman on alcohol. it fucks your brain up pretty bad.
Trust me bro i have ADHD and have used every drug under the sun. Thinking that alcohol or amphetamines are going to actually help you be productive is a very common cope, but it’s not true at all.
So, he first said that forced exercise doesn't have as much positive effect, then says that AMCC gets bigger and helps with tenacity and cognitive functions if one exercise when he doesn't want to. He said that AMCC is a very tiny part of brain but what they say about regular agers losing their brain size and mass is related to AMCC. Which is it? Is forced exercise better? Is amcc big that causes brain mass reduction when aging?
Good questions. I think the difference is made when YOU force yourself to overcome challenges (unlike those rats)... And succeed at it (or else, you burn out and feel helpless or even depressed).
here for huberman. took away a lot from what he had to say but was really annoyed by the interviewer who instead of being curious and asking questions, came off as trying to go toe to toe and prove his own knowledge, even cutting huberman off multiple times. i actually don't think he asked a single question, just statements about what he knew in response to anything huberman said. not to mention the tone deaf boston marathon comment lol.
Based on this AMCC theory, it might be instructive to revisit Victor Frankel's book "Mans Search for Meaning" in regards to the belief in a purpose as it relates to the will to live. I am in particular referring to his anecdotal observations about selected labourers who survived the German Concentration Camps and those who didn't.
So basically: to be disciplined, do tiny little shitty things back to back. So to be more disciplined, be desciplined hahahha. This was mad fascinating regardless. Got me motivated to want to increase my AMI
Exercise, Intermittent Fasting and Cold Showers - Life changing and available to everyone - push yourself for one week and then you won’t want to stop you’ll have so much will power and momentum 💪
Here's the question haunting me like a poltergeist now from this conversation; Huberman cites the rodents running voluntarily/running forcibly, & concludes how the "running forcibly" reaped no benefits to their exercise, rather, quite the opposite (still bizarre to me, but plausible), then later he discusses of course the aMCC and how according to his citation, precisely doing that which is undesirable renders growth of the cortex.. Are these two theses not at odds of each other? Do the forced rodents have their decrements in metrics, but enlarged aMCC's? Do the voluntary rodents have unaffected ones? I'm reasoning that perhaps there may be a fundamentally-altering distinction between being externally _forced_ and technically-voluntarily performing unenjoyable tasks. But in that case, how doesn't the voluntary aspect simply overarch the joylessness of the task? Also, after completion, you're likely to get pumped full of dopamine & adrenaline, which not only satisfies immediately after the fact, but renders it more likely to be enjoyed over time; so what of this? Well.. I guess this is a bit more than one haunting question 😅
I have been chronically depressed for over 15years with an addictive and self destructive life style. I am having panic attacks when sober because of the realization that I have wasted my time. I am desperate but feel totally behind.
Procrastinating is a coping mechanism. You've got to chip away at it bit by bit by being .... Disciplined Also I've realized that a lot of the shit I was doing was not focused enough on my overall goals. So I just don't do much anymore because it wasn't necessary in the first place, life, culture, family, etc. was telling me to value those things. And of course I didn't/don't want to do them because they weren't serving ME. I was just holding a place for everyone else. Status Quou is death
