Dave Asprey’s FULL Masterclass on Cognitive Enhancement : 1217
The Human Upgrade with Dave Asprey
Dave Asprey
4.6 • 7.3K Ratings
🗓️ 29 October 2024
⏱️ 84 minutes
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Summary
Unlock the mastermind secrets to cognitive enhancement as Dave Asprey shares his ultimate brain-boosting biohacks in this powerful episode of The Human Upgrade. Discover how Dave elevated his IQ, reversed Asperger’s, and overcame brain fog through advanced neurofeedback, BDNF-boosting supplements, mitochondrial enhancers, and the power of the groundbreaking 40 Years of Zen program.
Explore revolutionary techniques, from ancient meditation practices to modern nootropics and smart drugs, all designed to amplify memory, focus, and resilience. Learn the science behind cognitive enhancement, from ketones like C8 MCT oil to essential supplements like Vitamins D, K, A, and magnesium that fuel optimal brain function.
If you’re seeking proven methods to enhance neuroplasticity, boost mental endurance, or reduce brain fog, this episode is packed with actionable insights. Whether you’re aiming to maximize mental performance or unlock the latest in brain science, Dave’s mastermind approach offers a comprehensive guide to upgrading your mind and achieving peak potential.
Prepare to boost cognitive abilities, harness your mind’s true power, and achieve new levels of clarity with Dave’s most effective brain and body biohacks—culminating in the transformative experience of 40 Years of Zen.
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• Dave Asprey’s Linktree – https://linktr.ee/daveasprey
• Dave Asprey’s Book: Smarter Not Harder – https://daveasprey.com/books
• Upgrade Collective: Join The Human Upgrade Podcast Live – https://www.ourupgradecollective.com
• Own an Upgrade Labs – https://ownanupgradelabs.com
• Upgrade Labs – https://upgradelabs.com
• Mendi Neurofeedback Device – Home neurofeedback device for attention and focus improvement https://www.mendi.io
• Ketone IQ by HVMN – Go to https://ketone.com/dave for 30% off your first subscription of Ketone IQ.
• Qualia NAD – Support for mitochondrial function and cellular energy https://qualialife.com/dave (use code DAVE for discounts)
• Vitamin DAKE – Fat-soluble vitamin complex designed by Dave Asprey https://vitamindake.com
• Minerals 101 – Comprehensive mineral supplement for cognitive and metabolic support https://shopsuppgradelabs.com/products/minerals-101
Timestamps:
• 00:00 Intro
• 00:32 Introduction to Cognitive Enhancement
• 01:41 Dave’s Personal Journey and Struggles
• 04:15 Discovering Cognitive Enhancement Tools
• 11:36 Exploring Neurofeedback and Brain Training
• 14:22 The Power of Mitochondria and Neuroplasticity
• 23:45 Supplements for Cognitive Enhancement
• 32:33 The Role of NAD+ in Brain Function
• 34:41 Foundational Supplements for Brain Health
• 36:17 Essential Supplements for Cognitive Function
• 37:29 The Importance of Magnesium and Zinc
• 39:14 Meditation and Breath Work for Brain Health
• 40:07 Avoiding Toxins for Better Brain Function
• 42:56 The Impact of EMFs on Brain Health
• 46:25 Neurofeedback and Cognitive Enhancement
• 01:05:01 The Power of Ketamine in Neurofeedback
• 01:09:49 Final Thoughts and Recommendations
• 01:09:49 Testimonials
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| 0:00.0 | I went down to Peru and I found a shaman and said I want to do Iowaska. |
| 0:04.0 | He looked him and he said, Dave, inside your brain is total chaos. |
| 0:07.2 | I don't know how you're standing here in front of me. |
| 0:09.3 | 90% of people who've come through 40 years as then, these are high-performing executives. They probably bump their head when they were a kid or an adult. You're not stuck with the brain you have. Long-term meditation changes brain structure. You want to get the same brain as someone who's done up to 40 years of daily |
| 0:24.6 | meditation practice, but you want to do it days. |
| 0:27.2 | And I'm going to walk you through what I actually do on myself and with clients because there's |
| 0:32.0 | things you can pick up from this. |
| 0:34.0 | You're listening to the human upgrade with Dave Asprey. |
| 0:37.0 | You've been asking me actually for years to put together a show where I basically interview |
| 0:46.7 | myself to talk about the things I do for cognitive enhancement. |
| 0:52.0 | So I'm going to share that with you, |
| 0:54.4 | a pretty comprehensive list. |
| 0:56.6 | It's not going to go to every little detail, |
| 0:59.2 | but I'll tell you the stuff that I've done |
| 1:01.8 | to reverse Asperger's to improve my IQ by at least 12 |
| 1:06.3 | points and I say at least because your IQ varies on a day-to-day basis and it's hard |
| 1:10.7 | to measure that and just walk through my journey of cognitive enhancement because this is |
| 1:16.4 | something that everyone could use today. When your brain works better, well |
| 1:20.9 | you're hard to program. |
| 1:23.0 | And things just are easier. |
| 1:25.0 | This is also in part, but not completely a summary of my major New York Times science bestseller |
| 1:31.8 | book called Head Strong, which is to this day still many people's |
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