Anterior Midcigulate Cortex Growth
Will power has been a topic on the podcast recently and it was expressed that doing something challenging and particularly doing something you don’t enjoy will actually grow the AMC as fascinating as that is. I’m curious if there is any evidence that the anterior midcigulate cortex grows when we refrain from doing something we derive delight. As a recovering alcoholic, willpower, discipline and self-control are very attractive behaviors. The phenomenon of craving is often very uncomfortable but let’s say one refrains from their DOC(drug of choice), would this then grow the AMC contributing to one’s willpower in addiction?
How does self hypnosis actually work?
I've been doing self hypnosis for over 2 years with success, I'd love to know how it actually works however, how does it change the brain? And can someone change their physical body with thoughts? I know you can simulate a tiger attack, I'm not sure what that does exactly I'd have to look into it, maybe you can shine a light on this?
How does testosterone and AAS work in the brain?
What mechanisms does testosterone and AAS take in the brain to affect things like drive, confidence, anxiety, happiness, satisfaction, sense of well-being? What about growth hormone? Does it make someone feel younger by having higher levels? Does testosterone affect the brain in such a way that that an individual thinks and feels like they can build more musle therefore creating a physical response similar to a placebo effect? Any other interesting information you can provide?
Andy Galpin Blood Marker
I believe Dr. Galpin said, rather casually, that if he saw one blood marker above a certain level, that's all he needed to know that the person was fit. It wasn't the typical Galpin multi-faceted answer, but I forgot what that marker was, and what the level was. I tried to search through his six part series but couldn't find it. Was it Hemoglobin? It was something relatively straightforward. By the way, I'm a big fan of the work you do, your approach, and your humility. Eunu Chun