Kwik Brain with Jim Kwik

What has 2020 taught us? There is no way we could have known or prepared for the year we’ve had. We are experiencing a unique moment in history, and with the new year ahead, I wanted to share some of the learning and re-learning this year has brought.  In this episode, I discuss the significance of kindness, the impact of giving, the value of novelty, and so much more. As we reflect on these thing...

How does food affect your mental health?  Now more than ever, people have become more health-conscious about diet and exercise as it pertains to matters like cholesterol, high blood pressure, or weight loss, but not many are discussing the connection between food, the brain, and its impact on mental well being.  Here to discuss this topic with us today is our phenomenal guest,  Dr. Uma Naidoo . Um...

Can you minimize stress with meditation?  In today’s show, we welcome our extraordinary guest, international speaker, and best-selling author,  Emily Fletcher . Emily is the founder of Ziva Meditation and the leading expert in meditation for performance. In this episode, Emily enlightens us of the exponential power of meditation. She explains that mediation is not just a way to reset your day but...

What foods and nutrients are best for the brain?  In today's show, we continue our conversation with our phenomenal guest,  Shawn Stevenson . Shawn is a nutritionist, best-selling author, and creator of the #1 Nutrition and Fitness podcast on iTunes,  The Model Health Show . In this episode, Shawn shares more about our brains' makeup and which foods are best for memory, focus, and optimal brain fu...

How do you eat smarter for your brain? Our brains are considered one of the most complex yet delicate systems in the universe, not to mention it’s the one organ that controls everything we do.  It makes sense then that we do all we can to protect it, right?  Today, I’m delighted to welcome back an exceptional guest,  Shawn Stevenson , to discuss this topic. Shawn is the best-selling author of one...

Is it possible to reduce anxiety with food?  If this year has been giving you more anxiety and stress than usual, we want to share with you some simple tips you can use today!  To talk about this topic, I'm thrilled to welcome back  Liana Werner-Gray . She is a #1 Bestselling Author, International Speaker, Health Coach, and natural food chef with an amazing story.  In this episode, we brought Lian...

Gratitude is not only the greatest of virtues but the parent of all others. ~Cicero What are you grateful for in this moment? Every Thanksgiving, people reflect on what they’re most thankful for. This tradition can actually rewire your brain, and giving thanks year-round has tremendous benefits for your mind and body. Gratitude is an appreciation of what is meaningful to you, and you can train you...

How can movement help you to reset your mind? As promised, we will be continuing the conversation around what it takes to reset our brains during these uncertain times.  This week, I’m thrilled to welcome back my good friend and movement coach,  Aaron Alexander . Aaron is also a manual therapist, author of  The Align Method,  and host of Apple Podcasts #1 ranked show in Nutrition, the Align Podcas...

How do you perform a mental reset? Thank you for joining me for a very special episode of Kwik Brain! Today we are celebrating and sharing our 200th episode LIVE. Considering the year we’ve had, and the coming of a new one, I saw no better opportunity than to share 5 simple steps on how to R.E.S.E.T your brain and upgrade your life. In this episode, I discuss some common challenges this year has b...

How do you unlimit and unlearn fear? We get so many comments from people in our community on how fear has been holding them back. Struggles and perceived failures from this year have brought on amygdala hijacks like never before. In this episode, I share how fear is merely a signpost to be used to our advantage. By superimposing the Limitless Model to fear, I show you the keys to upgrading your mi...

How do you do manage your stress response for higher brain performance?  You might be surprised to find out the relief that can come from simple decision making, endurance building, and good sleep.   Today I’m excited to welcome back our special guest,  Dr. Greg Kelly . He is a Naturopathic Physician (N.D.), lead product formulator, and author.  In this episode, Dr. Greg uses the analogy of “the s...

How do you create a limitless morning routine? I’ve been asked countless times how I start my day, so I could not be more thrilled to share today’s live podcast show with you. In this episode, I highlight some of the most useful practices and resources for making each day limitless. There is no one size fits all when it comes to making each day your best day, but I’m dedicated to revealing all of...

How do you increase your emotional agility during difficult times? I’m excited to welcome a very special guest today,  Dr. Susan David . Susan is an award-winning Harvard Medical School psychologist and author of the #1  Wall Street Journal  bestselling book,  Emotional Agility .  In this episode, Susan shares how emotional agility includes skills like curiosity, compassion, and courage that deter...

How do you do show up as the best version of yourself? We all have those days when we don’t show up as our best selves, but it really doesn’t help to beat yourself up about it. The solution could be quite simple. Today I’m excited to welcome our special guest, Dr. Greg Kelly . Greg is a Naturopathic physician (N.D.), lead product formulator, and author. In this episode, Greg shares the importance...

How do you sleep better during a pandemic?  Stress is something that we are all familiar with, but stress during a pandemic is quite different.  Many people are suffering from poor sleep quality as a result of these new and overwhelming stresses. Today we are glad to welcome my good friend and returning guest,  Dr. Michael Breus,  for insight.  Michael is a Clinical Psychologist, author, and host...

How do you overcome fear & self-doubt? If you have ever asked yourself this question, you are certainly not alone. One of the challenges many of us face is the fear that we are not enough. As a result, we live in uncertainty, sometimes with a lack of confidence that keeps us from achieving our highest potential. Today, our extraordinary guest is  Lewis Howes , a  New York Times  bestselling au...

How do you become an incredible listener?  Today I’m excited to welcome an extremely special guest, one of my mentors, and legend,  Larry King .  Larry is recognized worldwide as one of the best media personalities of our time. He’s widely known for his TV interview and phone-in talk show, “Larry King Live” on CNN. In this episode, Larry shares the broadcasting secret that afforded him immense suc...

How do you develop resilience?  It’s true that it takes grit to accomplish your goals, learn better, and achieve more, but what if you think you don’t have what it takes? On today’s show, we welcome our extraordinary guest,  Joe De Sena . Joe is a  New York Times  bestselling author, podcast host, and founder and CEO of Spartan races. In this episode, Joe trumps the myth that mental toughness is a...

How do you stop worrying about what people think? If you are someone who has limited yourself in any area because you worry about other people's opinions, expectations, or criticisms, this is an episode you don't want to miss. On today's show, we welcome back one of our dear and long time friends, Shelly Lefkoe. Shelly is the Co-founder of Lefkoe Institute and expert at transformation. Our convers...

Today’s show was recording during a live podcast episode that I decided to do for the Kwik Community about valuable lessons I’ve learned that have helped improve my quality of life over time.  After my birthday recently, I created space and time to reflect on the last year’s events and gathered some takeaways that I couldn’t be more excited to share with you now.  This episode is a culmination of...

What does it take to discover your purpose?  If you are struggling to find your passion and fulfill your purpose, this is an episode you can’t afford to miss. We have my dear friend and author of  Think Like a Monk , Jay Shetty, on the show today. Jay is a purpose coach, host of the #1 Podcast,  “On Purpose,”  and former monk on a mission to Make Wisdom Go Viral.  In this episode, I speak with Jay...

How do you access the miracle mindset? I’m excited to welcome an extraordinary guest and friend, JJ Virgin, to the show. JJ is a celebrity Nutrition Expert, Fitness Hall of Famer, and New York Times bestselling author of The Virgin Diet . JJ was also an integral part of the launch of my new book, Limitless. In this episode, I get the privilege of talking with JJ about her book, Miracle Mindset , a...

How do you achieve your optimal flow state?  Today we welcome our extraordinary guest,  New York Times  bestselling author and award-winning journalist,  Steven Kotler . Steven is one of the world’s leading experts on high performance and the master of flow.  In this episode, Steven shares about the science of “flow” and how it is strongly tied to motivation. If you have ever wondered the best way...

What is the only belief that matters?  Today we are in for a special treat as we welcome Tom Bilyeu to the show. Tom is a serial entrepreneur, thought leader, and co-founder of the empowerment media studio, Impact Theory. I am particularly excited because I have had the honor of being a guest on his show and today we get to reverse the rolls a bit.  In this episode, Tom shares his perspective abou...

How do you attain the mindset of a champion?  Today we welcome my friend and mindset coach, Dr. Jeff Spencer . Jeff is an author, Olympian, and Cornerman to some of the world’s highest achievers from Fortune 500 leaders to Gold Medal Olympians. In this episode, Jeff shares the blueprint of the champion’s mindset — an essential tool for thinking to win. As many of us have or will face challenges, a...