“Although less than 2 percent of dopers are caught, research suggests that up to 40 percent of elite athletes use banned substances to enhance their performance. More than a quarter of the athletes we watch on TV could be competing dirty. While” — Brad Stulberg Copy Share Image
“Stress + rest = growth. This equation holds true regardless of what it is that you are trying to grow.” — Brad Stulberg Copy Share Image
“the brain rewards us with more dopamine for the act of seeking a reward than for the act of receiving one.” — Brad Stulberg Copy Share Image
“The good news is that just like the body, by stressing and allowing the mind to recover it also becomes stronger. Scientists have discovered… — Brad Stulberg Copy Share Image
“Exposure to nature not only helps with creativity, but it may also lower levels of Interleukin-6 (IL-6), a molecule associated with inflammation in the… — Brad Stulberg Copy Share Image
“In a society that glorifies grinding, short-term gains and pushing to extremes, it takes guts to rest.” — Brad Stulberg Copy Share Image
“When we create a space in which to practice our craft, it is beneficial to surround ourselves with objects that invite desired actions and… — Brad Stulberg Copy Share Image
“simply telling yourself “I am excited” shifts your demeanor from what they call a threat mindset (stressed out and apprehensive) to an opportunity mindset… — Brad Stulberg Copy Share Image
“Mindfulness is about being completely present in the moment, fully aware of yourself and your surroundings. It’s helpful to think of the meditation part… — Brad Stulberg Copy Share Image
“The process of setting a goal on the outer boundaries of what we think is possible, and then systematically pursuing it, is one of… — Brad Stulberg Copy Share Image
“Purpose fosters motivation; motivation lets us endure a greater perception of effort; and enduring a greater perception of effort often results in better performance.… — Brad Stulberg Copy Share Image
“Scientists have discovered that the more we resist temptation, think deeply, or focus intensely, the better we become at doing” — Brad Stulberg Copy Share Image
“(Just imagine if a runner doing intervals on the track came to a complete stop to check her phone after each and every notification.… — Brad Stulberg Copy Share Image
