Building Quote by Bryan Johnson
“Transitioning and finding flow in my cognitive stride from when I sold Braintree in 2013 to building OS Fund and Kernel in 2014 and 2016 respectively, required careful introspection and the recalibration of cognitive habits. The contrast was jarring and disorienting initially.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast with Tim Ferriss, 2019
He describes how moving from a major acquisition to new ventures forced deep self‑analysis and adjustment of mental habits, which felt disorienting at first.
In simple terms: Changing jobs required rethinking how you think.
Key Takeaway
Reflect and adjust your mental habits when shifting roles.
Themes
career transition
self‑reflection
adaptation
Mood
introspective
determined
curious
Type
personal
professional
motivational
When to use this quote
- starting a new company
- post‑acquisition period
- personal development
Key Concepts
cognitive flexibility
habit formation
identity shift
Questions to Reflect On
- How did you identify which habits to change?
- What helped you regain orientation?
A Different Perspective
The process may overlook external factors like market forces.
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