This conversation delves into the concepts of pressure and stress, emphasizing the importance of understanding the difference between a challenge response and a stress response. The discussion highlights how language influences our perception and environment, and offers adaptive strategies for managing pressure effectively.

Takeaways

Treat your recovery the way you treat training.
Pressure needs pressure.
The perception of stress is where we need to start.
Rather than stress response, use a challenge response.
A challenge response means it's open-ended.
It's responsive, it's adaptive.
It means “I've got a capacity to adapt.”
If we change that frame, we can change outcomes.
Your language shapes your environment.
It shapes your world.
Stress is the #1 driver of performance.
Are you taking it personally or professionally?

My takeaways:

Optimize your hardware (start with the body) to improve your vocational capacity.
Does your diary reflect your standards? Do you have time scheduled to take care of your body, your nutrition.
Treat your recovery like a training session - most people are under recovered. Your recovery 3 x your capability.
Wearables - if you understand the data, the leverage is huge.
Your identity is tied to your input. Truly maximising productivity means less input and more output, but people are reluctant to use leverage as they may lose the validation of their self-worth.
If we want exponential growth we have to push ourselves to the limit, but we need recovery to consolidate the gains.

LinkedIn: Will Foden [https://www.linkedin.com/in/will-foden-796...] , www.builtforpressure.net or info@willfoden.com

The Legacy, by James Keir. [https://www.amazon.co.uk/Legacy-James-Kerr...]
The Art of Impossible, by Steven Kotler [https://www.theartofimpossible.com]
Do Hard Things, by Steve Magnus [https://www.stevemagness.com/do-hard-things]

In this conversation, Liz interviews Tina Woods, a system architect and social entrepreneur, about the intersection of longevity science, AI, and healthcare policy. They discuss the urgent need for systemic change in healthcare, the importance of individual behaviour and community connection, and the role of our environments in health. Tina shares her insights on health equity, the significance of joy and connection in life, and her personal journey into DJing and dancing as a means of fostering community and well-being.

Check out Tina’s Raves at: ⁠https://www.longevityrave.world⁠
You can find Tina on IG: ⁠Tina Techtonic ⁠and LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/tinamariewoods⁠


Key Takeaways
Behavioural change is crucial for individual health and well-being.
Longevity and Joyspan are shaped by our environments.
Health equity is becoming a significant focus in longevity discussions.
Community and connection are essential for overall well-being.
Dancing and music can enhance joy and health.
Age should not limit one's ability to pursue passions.
Small, consistent changes can lead to significant health improvements.
Social connections are vital for mental and physical health.
Kindness and compassion are necessary for a healthier society.

Summary

The longer you put off health, the harder it’s going to be. In this conversation, Zac Armstrong shares his unique approach to health optimization for high-achieving executives, drawing from his extensive military background. He emphasizes the importance of both mindset and physical health, addressing issues like burnout and the need for sustainable habits. Who are you giving time to, and what are you getting back? If you left this world tomorrow, is the job going to care? Or the people you care about? Working an 80 hour week is great, but if you spend 3 hours a week, which is about 1% of your week to this, what you really want in life is accomplishable. Zac discusses the power of visualization and journaling in achieving personal transformation, and he highlights the challenges within the medical industry regarding preventative health.

Takeaways

- Mindset is as important as physical health.

- Ask yourself: Who are you giving time to, and what are you getting back?

- Sustainable habits are key to long-term success.

- Journaling is the most important habit Zac encourages client to develop.

- Visualization can enhance goal achievement.

- Beliefs are powerful. Your mind will help you gravitate towards the goals you visualise without you doing anything consciously.

- Small changes can lead to significant results.

- Energy levels reflect overall fitness, and positive energy is infectious - makes you a better coworker, makes you a better spouse.

- Believability is crucial for personal transformation.