#521: Dr. Andrew Huberman — A Neurobiologist on Optimizing Sleep, Enhancing Performance, Reducing Anxiety, Increasing Testosterone, and Using the Body to Control the Mind | The Tim Ferriss Show

This podcast episode discusses various topics related to well-being and personal growth, including the impact of vision and breathing on our internal state, the importance of light exposure for optimal sleep, strategies for regulating the circadian clock, sleep aids and stress reduction techniques, and the power of hypnosis and psychedelics. It also delves into personal stories of overcoming depression and trauma, as well as the role of adventure, plant medicine, and understanding the mind-body connection in mental health. Additionally, the podcast explores topics such as fear and trauma, DHT and testosterone optimization, hormone supplementation, caffeine consumption, the vagus nerve, and the power of poetry and self-awareness. The episode concludes with an advertisement for Theragun and Helix Sleep products.

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#521: Dr. Andrew Huberman — A Neurobiologist on Optimizing Sleep, Enhancing Performance, Reducing Anxiety, Increasing Testosterone, and Using the Body to Control the Mind

The Tim Ferriss Show

Tim Ferriss and Andrew Huberman: The Science of Vision and Breathing

Vision and Breathing: Unlocking the Secrets to Surviving Any Year

Optimize Your Sleep with Light and Exercise

Optimizing Your Circadian Clock: Light Exposure and Temperature Minimum

Sleep Aids: Melatonin, Phosphatidylserine, and Beyond

Understanding Stress and Non-Sleep Deep Rest for Better Sleep and Stress Reduction

Physiological Sigh: A Powerful Breathing Technique for Stress Reduction and Relaxation

Hypnosis, Psychedelics, and the Exploration of Consciousness

The Future of Beneficial Brain Change: Synergistic Combinations of Behavioral Tools, Pharmacology, and Brain Machine Interfaces

A Journey of Transformation: From Young Screw-Up to PhD Professor

From Depression to Recovery: A Personal Journey Through Darkness and Light

The Transformative Power of Hoffman Process and Other Life-Changing Practices

The Power of Adventure, Plant Medicine, and Biology for Mental Health

A near-death experience in a shark cage

Fear, Trauma, and the Power of the Body

The DHT Dilemma: Effects on Libido, Fear, and Hair Growth

Exploring Testosterone Optimization: Supplements, TRT, and Dosages

Hormones, Peptides, and Cognitive Enhancement: A Balancing Act for Vitality and Longevity

Caffeine's Effects and Countermeasures: From Yerba Mate to GABA

Exploring the Vagus Nerve: From Stimulation to Gut-Brain Connection

The Transformative Power of Poetry, the Importance of Self-Knowledge, and the Art of Regulating the Nervous System

Theragun and Helix Sleep: Tim Ferriss's Favorite Gadgets

#521: Dr. Andrew Huberman — A Neurobiologist on Optimizing Sleep, Enhancing Performance, Reducing Anxiety, Increasing Testosterone, and Using the Body to Control the Mind

The Tim Ferriss Show

00:00Tim Ferriss and Andrew Huberman: The Science of Vision and Breathing

Tim Ferriss and Andrew Huberman: The Science of Vision and Breathing

05:57Vision and Breathing: Unlocking the Secrets to Surviving Any Year

Vision and Breathing: Unlocking the Secrets to Surviving Any Year

15:41Optimize Your Sleep with Light and Exercise

Optimize Your Sleep with Light and Exercise

21:38Optimizing Your Circadian Clock: Light Exposure and Temperature Minimum

Optimizing Your Circadian Clock: Light Exposure and Temperature Minimum

30:01Sleep Aids: Melatonin, Phosphatidylserine, and Beyond

Sleep Aids: Melatonin, Phosphatidylserine, and Beyond

39:06Understanding Stress and Non-Sleep Deep Rest for Better Sleep and Stress Reduction

Understanding Stress and Non-Sleep Deep Rest for Better Sleep and Stress Reduction

48:16Physiological Sigh: A Powerful Breathing Technique for Stress Reduction and Relaxation

Physiological Sigh: A Powerful Breathing Technique for Stress Reduction and Relaxation

56:20Hypnosis, Psychedelics, and the Exploration of Consciousness

Hypnosis, Psychedelics, and the Exploration of Consciousness

1:04:06The Future of Beneficial Brain Change: Synergistic Combinations of Behavioral Tools, Pharmacology, and Brain Machine Interfaces

The Future of Beneficial Brain Change: Synergistic Combinations of Behavioral Tools, Pharmacology, and Brain Machine Interfaces

1:11:47A Journey of Transformation: From Young Screw-Up to PhD Professor

A Journey of Transformation: From Young Screw-Up to PhD Professor

1:19:26From Depression to Recovery: A Personal Journey Through Darkness and Light

From Depression to Recovery: A Personal Journey Through Darkness and Light

1:27:29The Transformative Power of Hoffman Process and Other Life-Changing Practices

The Transformative Power of Hoffman Process and Other Life-Changing Practices

1:34:23The Power of Adventure, Plant Medicine, and Biology for Mental Health

The Power of Adventure, Plant Medicine, and Biology for Mental Health

1:40:25A near-death experience in a shark cage

A near-death experience in a shark cage

1:45:44Fear, Trauma, and the Power of the Body

Fear, Trauma, and the Power of the Body

1:52:36The DHT Dilemma: Effects on Libido, Fear, and Hair Growth

The DHT Dilemma: Effects on Libido, Fear, and Hair Growth

1:59:46Exploring Testosterone Optimization: Supplements, TRT, and Dosages

Exploring Testosterone Optimization: Supplements, TRT, and Dosages

2:07:43Hormones, Peptides, and Cognitive Enhancement: A Balancing Act for Vitality and Longevity

Hormones, Peptides, and Cognitive Enhancement: A Balancing Act for Vitality and Longevity

2:15:09Caffeine's Effects and Countermeasures: From Yerba Mate to GABA

Caffeine's Effects and Countermeasures: From Yerba Mate to GABA

2:23:39Exploring the Vagus Nerve: From Stimulation to Gut-Brain Connection

Exploring the Vagus Nerve: From Stimulation to Gut-Brain Connection

2:30:11The Transformative Power of Poetry, the Importance of Self-Knowledge, and the Art of Regulating the Nervous System

The Transformative Power of Poetry, the Importance of Self-Knowledge, and the Art of Regulating the Nervous System

2:37:09Theragun and Helix Sleep: Tim Ferriss's Favorite Gadgets

Theragun and Helix Sleep: Tim Ferriss's Favorite Gadgets