You 2.0: The Mind's Eye

This Hidden Brain podcast episode interviews psychologist Emily Balcetis about how vision affects behavior and goal achievement. The interview explores three techniques: narrow focus (concentrating on a specific target), materializing (making abstract goals tangible), and visual framing (arranging the environment to encourage desired actions). Balcetis details studies showing how these techniques improve performance in various contexts, including a study where focusing on a finish line made it seem closer and reduced perceived exertion. The episode concludes by discussing the importance of using a combination of these techniques depending on the specific goal and situation, emphasizing the need for flexibility and adaptability. A practical example is using a visual calendar to track progress and maintain perspective.