Longevity Starts in Your Brain with Kayla Barnes Lentz

On this special World Mental Health Day episode, Jim challenges the traditional view of mental health by reframing it as mental fitness.  Mental health isn’t just the absence of illness—it’s the presence of strength, resilience, and clarity. Jim shares eight science-backed, actionable tools designed to help you train your brain the same way you would train your body.  Jim also explores the importance of somatic tools like breathwork and movement, the surprising impact of social connection on longevity, and how mood-tracking technology and AI-based apps can support daily self-awareness.  You’ll walk away with practical steps to help you feel more focused, grounded, and motivated.  / / / Are you ready to take the next step on your brain optimization journey? / / / Choose your own adventure. Below are the best places to start: >>> Join Limitless Live 2025 in San Diego 8-10 December >>> Discover Your Unique KWIK BRAIN C.O.D.E To Activate Your Genius Take your first step by choosing one of the options above, and you will find everything you need to ignite your brilliant brain and unlock your exceptional life, allowing you to achieve and surpass all of your personal and professional goals. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, Jim reveals one of the most overlooked learning tools we all have access to—sleep.  Far from being just rest, sleep is your brain’s secret classroom, where real learning continues long after you’ve closed your books. We’ll explore how your brain processes information, forms memories, and even solves problems while you sleep, turning your nightly rest into a powerful tool for accelerated learning and long-term retention.  Drawing on neuroscience and real-world strategies, Jim explains the different stages of sleep and offers practical tips to enhance your brain’s overnight performance. You’ll discover actionable rituals, the role of supplements and powerful tools that can help deepen your rest and enhance brain function.  Whether you're a student, a professional, or simply someone who wants to learn more in less time, this episode will help you sleep smarter and wake up sharper.  / / / Are you ready to take the next step on your brain optimization journey? / / / Choose your own adventure. Below are the best places to start: >>> 30 Days of the World's Best Student Success Program >>> Join Limitless Live 2025 in San Diego 8-10 December >>> Discover Your Unique KWIK BRAIN C.O.D.E To Activate Your Genius Take your first step by choosing one of the options above, and you will find everything you need to ignite your brilliant brain and unlock your exceptional life, allowing you to achieve and surpass all of your personal and professional goals. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Have you ever walked away from a conversation thinking, why did that get so heated? Wishing you’d found the right words instead of freezing up or overreacting. The truth is, the next argument you have doesn’t have to be an argument at all.  In this episode, I’m joined by trial lawyer and bestselling author Jefferson Fisher, who has spent his career navigating high-stakes conversations where every word matters. Together, we break down simple but powerful strategies you can use to stay calm, confident, and clear—even in the heat of conflict.  You’ll learn how a single word swap can transform an entire conversation, how to pause before reacting so you don’t get emotionally hijacked, and why confidence isn’t something you summon beforehand but something you earn by how you speak. If you’ve ever wanted to argue less, influence more, and finally feel heard, this episode will give you the tools to make your next conversation the one that changes everything. / / / Are you ready to take the next step on your brain optimization journey? / / / Choose your own adventure. Below are the best places to start: >>> 21 Days of the World's Best Thinking Program >>> Join Limitless Live 2025 in San Diego 8-10 December >>> Discover Your Unique KWIK BRAIN C.O.D.E To Activate Your Genius Take your first step by choosing one of the options above, and you will find everything you need to ignite your brilliant brain and unlock your exceptional life, allowing you to achieve and surpass all of your personal and professional goals. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What if the key to unlocking a child’s potential isn’t about forcing more facts, but about sparking more joy?  Too often, learning feels like a chore—but it doesn’t have to. In this episode, I’ll show you how to make learning irresistible, not just for children but for learners of any age.  You’ll discover how to connect knowledge to their passions, why making it fun and story-driven dramatically boosts retention, and the powerful shift that happens when you model lifelong learning yourself.  Whether you’re a parent, teacher, mentor or simply someone who wants to inspire the people around you this conversation will give you practical tools to instill curiosity, confidence, and a love of learning that never fades. / / / Are you ready to take the next step on your brain optimization journey? / / / Choose your own adventure. Below are the best places to start: >>> 30 Days of the World's Best Student Success Program >>> Join Limitless Live 2025 in San Diego 8-10 December >>> Discover Your Unique KWIK BRAIN C.O.D.E To Activate Your Genius Take your first step by choosing one of the options above, and you will find everything you need to ignite your brilliant brain and unlock your exceptional life, allowing you to achieve and surpass all of your personal and professional goals. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What if intelligence isn’t a fixed score, but a story you get to keep rewriting? If you’ve ever felt underestimated, overlooked, or boxed in by labels, this episode will help you rise above them and unlock the brilliance within you. Dr. Scott Barry Kaufman was once placed in special education and told he didn’t belong in “gifted” programs. Yet today he’s one of the most respected cognitive scientists of our time. His journey proves that labels—“broken,” “disabled,” “not smart enough”—don’t define your destiny. In this powerful conversation, Scott and I explore how to rethink intelligence, potential, and even Maslow’s famous hierarchy. You’ll discover why IQ tests miss the most important parts of your mind, how neurodiverse traits like ADHD and dyslexia can be hidden superpowers, and why self-actualization isn’t about climbing a pyramid—it’s about learning to sail your own ship. By the end, you’ll see that your potential is not a number. It’s not predetermined. It’s a moving target you can expand every day with passion, perseverance, and belief. / / / Are you ready to take the next step on your brain optimization journey? / / / Choose your own adventure. Below are the best places to start: >>> 30 Days of the World's Best Student Success Program >>> Join Limitless Live 2025 in San Diego 8-10 December >>> Discover Your Unique KWIK BRAIN C.O.D.E To Activate Your Genius Take your first step by choosing one of the options above, and you will find everything you need to ignite your brilliant brain and unlock your exceptional life, allowing you to achieve and surpass all of your personal and professional goals. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.