The hottest Substack posts of mindmagic

And their main takeaways
39 implied HN points 24 Mar 23
  1. Attention has three aspects: reach, duration, and flexibility.
  2. Reach is about the limits of working memory, duration is how long you can focus, and flexibility is how quickly you can switch focus.
  3. Improving concentration can be achieved through specific exercises like games, meditation, and continuous learning.
157 implied HN points 29 Sep 21
  1. The human mind is more powerful than we think, with many capabilities like learning fast, controlling emotions, and communicating complex ideas.
  2. Uniting spiritual traditions and scientific progress can help us control emotions and improve mental skills.
  3. Exploring mental biomes, conditioned reminders, and non-verbal thinking can enhance intelligence in various directions.
19 implied HN points 01 Apr 23
  1. Increasing and sustaining awareness can be done through innovative methods.
  2. Engaging in arbitrary day-long rules can lead to unexpected situations and personal growth.
  3. Exploring different cultural practices, like Russian smileys, can offer new perspectives and challenges.
19 implied HN points 30 Sep 22
  1. Practice staring at objects to improve focus and attention span.
  2. Try to see the world like a newborn by suppressing semantic markup language.
  3. Experiment with staring skills on complex objects like shadows, trees, animals, and yourself.
39 implied HN points 07 Nov 21
  1. Self-love can boost productivity by preserving energy and focus.
  2. Choosing activities that meet your needs leads to freedom from burdens.
  3. Being playful and finding joy in tasks can make work feel like a dance.
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19 implied HN points 10 Apr 22
  1. Our bodies are our primary anchors in the physical world, so it's important to get along with them.
  2. Regular exercises for relaxation, localized sensations, and standing still can help improve body awareness.
  3. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle through physical exercises, proper breathing, and a good diet is essential.
19 implied HN points 02 Feb 22
  1. The diversity of hobbies shapes us - it's better to try many things than be a master of one.
  2. Engage in activities like movement, sound, visuals, structures, abstract concepts, and languages.
  3. Mix hobbies for unique brain learning experiences and efficiency.
19 implied HN points 08 Oct 21
  1. Proper Breathing techniques can impact attention and stress reduction.
  2. There is a strong correlation between fitness and mental health.
  3. Diet and quality of sleep play a crucial role in brain chemistry processes.
0 implied HN points 12 Dec 21
  1. Death can be seen as an advisor, guiding us to reflect on the present moment.
  2. Embracing the idea of death can help us focus on the now and avoid rigid pursuits.
  3. Various cultures, like the Samurai, have used the concept of death as a tool for personal growth.
0 implied HN points 10 Feb 22
  1. Official visual style has been established, including a poster image and a logo.
  2. Near-term goals include restructuring content in Notion and planning for group calls.
  3. Publishing frequency may vary due to new job commitments, aiming for posts every 2-3 weeks.
0 implied HN points 23 Oct 21
  1. Stay reasonable and skeptical in critical thinking.
  2. Explore rationalist websites like LessWrong and Meaningness.
  3. Read books on critical thinking and rationality like 'Thinking Fast and Slow'.