1. If you were to study at university again how would you do it? different strategiest etc im really struggling in school from ADHD symptoms.
2. If you lived in Scandinavia during the winters how would you try and live as healthy as possible, when sun, grounding and seasonal food isnt really an option?
Could you share how often or for how long you cycle the supplements you use? Basically a ultimate list for cycling each supplement and the reasons for doing so.
Just am discovering that I have ADD. Not a hyperactive type. I have been lost in smoking weed, psychedelics and video games for the last 8 years... After separating myself from these habits I am finally waking up to the idea that I have no idea who I am, what my purpose is and who I want to be and as you can probably imagine it is a very daunting task to discover who I am and who I want to be. Your story of being someone that also had to learn to deal with ADHD in a world designed for the neurotypical type really stood out to me. I'm also from MN. I love to study and acquire information and am able to hyperfocus at levels the neurotypical individual cannot, but struggle deeply to retain information on a level where I am able to teach it to someone and I deeply enjoy being able to do that. I love making things more efficient and anything that involves movement/traveling. I have tried the stimulant methamphetamines to treat it and felt like a zombie for a few years. Am considering trying other non stimulant medications before doing so, but would prefer staying as natural as possible and without the need to be dependent on anything.
Curious if there's any personal advice you can give someone at this point in the journey?
Gather as much data about yourself as possible. Extract emotions & judgement from your actions and simply observe with curiousity.
Once you gather enough data (about 3 weeks work), start making hypotheses:
"i feel my best when I'm _____"
"______ drains me of energy"
"______ comes extremely easy to me"
Then ask yourself "what would this look like if it were easy?"
Building a life that compliments your ADHD is a never-ending game. You need to enjoy the process. Stop fixating on what you want and fixate on who you need to be to get what you want.
Its going to be difficult and there will be times that feel like you're hitting your head against a brick wall
But the effort you put in will be paid back ten-fold on a long enough timeline
I have a very specific ask. I had an absolutely enlightening experience with psilocybin. Dosed at only .9 grams(I’ve used 5gs once before)
After the height of the trip, abt 1 hr. The subsequent 4 hours were nothing short of what I imagine taking NZT-48 would feel like.
I was the most articulate, sociable, concise, clear, motivated, positive. I’ve ever experienced. And the people around me noticed and noted it. This was not psychedelic delusion.
How can I recreate this state. My life would be forever transformed and unrecognizable if I could hold this state for even 1 month.
What neurotransmitter pathways can replicate this? I’ve tried other BDNF raising supplements.
Would transform me and my life permanently if I can work this out
States like this are fleeting, you objective should be to internalize this state and takeaway as much information as possible.
Try simply repeating the micro-dose at lower doses. While you're in that state, "download" how you think, act, feel. Your body language, your thought processes. Internalize them and you'll be able to tap into that state when you're sober
What do you typically consume for liquids? I think you mentioned you don't do dairy but been trying to get vitamins/minerals through OJ, milk and coffee so interested to hear your take or what you would use as alternatives.
Random but - how do you mitigate mold exposure, especially when travelling to warmer climates? I’m gonna be in Florida & Latam for the winter and I know mold is typically an issue
Been exposed to black mold before, nasty stuff
I think a post about how you travel would be super useful. Shower filter, packing essentials, location selection, etc
To be honest, I don't. The pros of no-frill, non-neurotic adventure outweigh the burden of neuroticism.
When I travel, I focus on what I CAN control. I assess the pros & cons of travel "gear"
I focus on physical activity, food, and light. I bring a peeler, knife & small wooden cutting board. I always find fresh fruit & veggies. I sleep with the windows open as much as possible. Other than that, I go where adventure takes me
I wake up with white coated tongue every day. I think it's candida but my gut feels fine, my stools are normal, and I eat very clean. I've had leaky gut in the past though from taking multiple antibiotics, eating processed food, and from Accutane. Only other notable side effect is acne, oily skin and a bit more gas than usual. Should I still treat this as candida? If so, what should I do?
Struggling over here. I hate to admit but hit a slump the past few days. Mental health has been bad. Frustrated with the back pain and the MN darkness is hitting me hard. Not sure what I am seeking with this question, so apologies for the vagueness. Anything to address this lull in my life? Aimlessness, lack of deliberation and meaning in my day to day activities (going through the motions), general emotional numbness/anhedonia, apathy, lack of fulfilling relationships, etc. I used to have such a zest and curiosity for living and learning, now I am just chugging along lackadaisicly. I am making a commitment to wake up at 5:30 every morning and fix my sleep schedule. I am also planning a solo jungle trip in January to Costa Rica. Found a little shanty with good wifi in the Osa Peninsula, just going to emerse myself in nature, stay grounded and reflect on life. I recall you speaking about the "ebbs and flows" of life and how there are times when we need to retreat into ourselves, spending time away from people to reflect and gain clarity. I have an inclination that says I need to have one of those times. Just to really reflect and ask myself, "who do I want to be and where am I heading in life"? Health is such an end-to-end practice. I am jacked and look great, but truly not indicative of pure health. Any insights for me man?
The solution is to get as close to a "blank state" as possible. I remove all unnecessary burdens & responsibilities. I get rid of all the "junk" thats weighing me down, both material and immaterial.
I know that this state is transient. It comes and goes with the changing of seasons. I try to carve out my isolation time with a solo trip (your trip is ideal)
My biggest objective is to avoid the cope. The distractions, the scrolling, the video games, the quick reliefs. I'm in this state for a reason and need to hear what its telling me.
I also avoid acting on my anti-social urges. When I'm in this state I want to push people away. I'm frustrated with myself internally and my psyche wants to project that frustration on people on things in my environment
"I feel like x because of y, Its all y's fault". When in reality if you got rid of all the "y"s in this context (people, places, things), you'd still feel the way you do. So I make sure to flip that script. To be irrationally grateful for the people around me. To do acts of kindness when I'm feeling like being the opposite. Tipping more, giving money to homeless people, helping old ladies across the street.
Some seasons are ruts. Your only objective should be to learn as much as you can from it and get through it. Then the next time it comes around you'll be more prepared. Flash forward a few years and you'll handle it like a champ, It may not even get its grips on you in the first place
Hey Noah I saw your post about cybersecurity wrecking your health and wanted to know what your experience in cybersecurity was like and how you transitioned out of it and your path to your current life? I would love to hear your story as I currently work in cybersecurity, this is my fourth year. I find that it can negatively affect my health in terms and sleep and stress so I would appreciate any advice for working in cybersecurity or transitioning out of it. Thank you!!
I joined a cyber security startup as a contractor my junior year of college. Stuck with it and came on as a co-founder the year after graduating.
It felt good to be doing something big. I thought it was a golden ticket. I enjoyed rapidly acquiring skills
But spending 10 hours a day behind a computer in my basement robbed me of who I was as a man. I saw a photo of myself one day and knew I needed to change things. So I left most of my equity on the table. Took what I learned the last 2 running a startup and started helping marketing agencies with their operations. Then lead generation, then I started my own agency with what I learned from those agencies. Then used that agency to build deeper partnerships with health brands and start my own
Learn as much as you can about human behavior and growing tribes. Study historical figures. Soak up Works by seth Godin, Start with Why by simon sinek. Ask yourself why any one person or brand is successful or unsuccessful.
Inundate yourself in the world of attention and slowly test & take shots until it starts to click. Value value value
How would you approach rheumatoid arthritis, if it were your mother?
Any recommendations for male fertility?
Colds hands and feet (winter in Spain but not very cold). Possible imbalances? How to solve them?
Two questions:
(I have ADHD)
1. If you were to study at university again how would you do it? different strategiest etc im really struggling in school from ADHD symptoms.
2. If you lived in Scandinavia during the winters how would you try and live as healthy as possible, when sun, grounding and seasonal food isnt really an option?
Could you share how often or for how long you cycle the supplements you use? Basically a ultimate list for cycling each supplement and the reasons for doing so.
Need consultation...dm you
Hey Noah,
Just am discovering that I have ADD. Not a hyperactive type. I have been lost in smoking weed, psychedelics and video games for the last 8 years... After separating myself from these habits I am finally waking up to the idea that I have no idea who I am, what my purpose is and who I want to be and as you can probably imagine it is a very daunting task to discover who I am and who I want to be. Your story of being someone that also had to learn to deal with ADHD in a world designed for the neurotypical type really stood out to me. I'm also from MN. I love to study and acquire information and am able to hyperfocus at levels the neurotypical individual cannot, but struggle deeply to retain information on a level where I am able to teach it to someone and I deeply enjoy being able to do that. I love making things more efficient and anything that involves movement/traveling. I have tried the stimulant methamphetamines to treat it and felt like a zombie for a few years. Am considering trying other non stimulant medications before doing so, but would prefer staying as natural as possible and without the need to be dependent on anything.
Curious if there's any personal advice you can give someone at this point in the journey?
Thank you for all you've done.
Hyperfocus on how your brain works.
Gather as much data about yourself as possible. Extract emotions & judgement from your actions and simply observe with curiousity.
Once you gather enough data (about 3 weeks work), start making hypotheses:
"i feel my best when I'm _____"
"______ drains me of energy"
"______ comes extremely easy to me"
Then ask yourself "what would this look like if it were easy?"
Building a life that compliments your ADHD is a never-ending game. You need to enjoy the process. Stop fixating on what you want and fixate on who you need to be to get what you want.
Its going to be difficult and there will be times that feel like you're hitting your head against a brick wall
But the effort you put in will be paid back ten-fold on a long enough timeline
Read "the drummer and the great mountain"
How to live seasonally in a place that only has one season like South Florida?
Living seasonally really means living locationally accurate in accordance with weather & sun changes.
If the weather & sun doesn't change much, neither should you. Continue doing what you're doing as long as it aligns with your environment
I have a very specific ask. I had an absolutely enlightening experience with psilocybin. Dosed at only .9 grams(I’ve used 5gs once before)
After the height of the trip, abt 1 hr. The subsequent 4 hours were nothing short of what I imagine taking NZT-48 would feel like.
I was the most articulate, sociable, concise, clear, motivated, positive. I’ve ever experienced. And the people around me noticed and noted it. This was not psychedelic delusion.
How can I recreate this state. My life would be forever transformed and unrecognizable if I could hold this state for even 1 month.
What neurotransmitter pathways can replicate this? I’ve tried other BDNF raising supplements.
Would transform me and my life permanently if I can work this out
States like this are fleeting, you objective should be to internalize this state and takeaway as much information as possible.
Try simply repeating the micro-dose at lower doses. While you're in that state, "download" how you think, act, feel. Your body language, your thought processes. Internalize them and you'll be able to tap into that state when you're sober
What do you typically consume for liquids? I think you mentioned you don't do dairy but been trying to get vitamins/minerals through OJ, milk and coffee so interested to hear your take or what you would use as alternatives.
- Reverse osmosis water with trace minerals and electrolytes
- Carbonated water (I use a soda stream)
- Small amounts of juice in carbonated water
- Coconut water
- Hibiscus, Ginger, and other herbal teas
- Pomegranate juice, tart cherry juice, watermelon juice
Also fruit & watery vegetables like cucumbers/celery. I get most of my hydration from food
Random but - how do you mitigate mold exposure, especially when travelling to warmer climates? I’m gonna be in Florida & Latam for the winter and I know mold is typically an issue
Been exposed to black mold before, nasty stuff
I think a post about how you travel would be super useful. Shower filter, packing essentials, location selection, etc
To be honest, I don't. The pros of no-frill, non-neurotic adventure outweigh the burden of neuroticism.
When I travel, I focus on what I CAN control. I assess the pros & cons of travel "gear"
I focus on physical activity, food, and light. I bring a peeler, knife & small wooden cutting board. I always find fresh fruit & veggies. I sleep with the windows open as much as possible. Other than that, I go where adventure takes me
I wake up with white coated tongue every day. I think it's candida but my gut feels fine, my stools are normal, and I eat very clean. I've had leaky gut in the past though from taking multiple antibiotics, eating processed food, and from Accutane. Only other notable side effect is acne, oily skin and a bit more gas than usual. Should I still treat this as candida? If so, what should I do?
Thanks in advance.
Get a methane test! This will be more conclusive, but yes sounds like candida
Hey brother,
Thanks for the Q&A again. Appreciate your time.
Struggling over here. I hate to admit but hit a slump the past few days. Mental health has been bad. Frustrated with the back pain and the MN darkness is hitting me hard. Not sure what I am seeking with this question, so apologies for the vagueness. Anything to address this lull in my life? Aimlessness, lack of deliberation and meaning in my day to day activities (going through the motions), general emotional numbness/anhedonia, apathy, lack of fulfilling relationships, etc. I used to have such a zest and curiosity for living and learning, now I am just chugging along lackadaisicly. I am making a commitment to wake up at 5:30 every morning and fix my sleep schedule. I am also planning a solo jungle trip in January to Costa Rica. Found a little shanty with good wifi in the Osa Peninsula, just going to emerse myself in nature, stay grounded and reflect on life. I recall you speaking about the "ebbs and flows" of life and how there are times when we need to retreat into ourselves, spending time away from people to reflect and gain clarity. I have an inclination that says I need to have one of those times. Just to really reflect and ask myself, "who do I want to be and where am I heading in life"? Health is such an end-to-end practice. I am jacked and look great, but truly not indicative of pure health. Any insights for me man?
Jared i feel you bro, im in the exact same situation as u i relate word for word.
Funny, I'm in a very similar state right now.
The solution is to get as close to a "blank state" as possible. I remove all unnecessary burdens & responsibilities. I get rid of all the "junk" thats weighing me down, both material and immaterial.
I know that this state is transient. It comes and goes with the changing of seasons. I try to carve out my isolation time with a solo trip (your trip is ideal)
My biggest objective is to avoid the cope. The distractions, the scrolling, the video games, the quick reliefs. I'm in this state for a reason and need to hear what its telling me.
I also avoid acting on my anti-social urges. When I'm in this state I want to push people away. I'm frustrated with myself internally and my psyche wants to project that frustration on people on things in my environment
"I feel like x because of y, Its all y's fault". When in reality if you got rid of all the "y"s in this context (people, places, things), you'd still feel the way you do. So I make sure to flip that script. To be irrationally grateful for the people around me. To do acts of kindness when I'm feeling like being the opposite. Tipping more, giving money to homeless people, helping old ladies across the street.
Some seasons are ruts. Your only objective should be to learn as much as you can from it and get through it. Then the next time it comes around you'll be more prepared. Flash forward a few years and you'll handle it like a champ, It may not even get its grips on you in the first place
Why always get stomach/ abdominal pain on taking 5ml of MCT oil?
MCT oil is a gut irritant. Some are more sensitive than others. Lower the dose and take with food
Hey Noah I saw your post about cybersecurity wrecking your health and wanted to know what your experience in cybersecurity was like and how you transitioned out of it and your path to your current life? I would love to hear your story as I currently work in cybersecurity, this is my fourth year. I find that it can negatively affect my health in terms and sleep and stress so I would appreciate any advice for working in cybersecurity or transitioning out of it. Thank you!!
I joined a cyber security startup as a contractor my junior year of college. Stuck with it and came on as a co-founder the year after graduating.
It felt good to be doing something big. I thought it was a golden ticket. I enjoyed rapidly acquiring skills
But spending 10 hours a day behind a computer in my basement robbed me of who I was as a man. I saw a photo of myself one day and knew I needed to change things. So I left most of my equity on the table. Took what I learned the last 2 running a startup and started helping marketing agencies with their operations. Then lead generation, then I started my own agency with what I learned from those agencies. Then used that agency to build deeper partnerships with health brands and start my own
If you love it, stick with it. But ask yourself what you value most in life. Does your work trajectory align with that?
Your insights and/or pillars for growing brands?
I can give you a better answer if you elaborate more
I work with a gym/community which is a bit of a blue ocean. So any tips on growing that?
More specifically, what do you think makes people want to stay engaged and join a movement?
Also I dabble in my own personal health brand so I am guessing the advice is transferable or would it be different?
Thank you
Learn as much as you can about human behavior and growing tribes. Study historical figures. Soak up Works by seth Godin, Start with Why by simon sinek. Ask yourself why any one person or brand is successful or unsuccessful.
Inundate yourself in the world of attention and slowly test & take shots until it starts to click. Value value value