#385: The Power of Neuroplasticity, How to Change Your Thought Patterns, Habits + Beliefs w. Neuroscientist Nicole Vignola

Nicole Vignola, a neuroscientist, brain performance coach, and organizational consultant, shares her wealth of knowledge about the remarkable power of the human brain to transform thought patterns, habits, and beliefs. As an expert in neuroplasticity, Nicole challenges the notion of feeling 'stuck' in life, emphasizing the brain’s inherent ability to forge new synaptic connections and reshape pathways. She explores the evolution of mindset, debunking age-related plasticity myths and empowering listeners to harness their brain’s full potential for change. Nicole provides actionable strategies to interrupt ingrained thought patterns, optimize mental states, and cultivate well-being, including practical steps such as hydration, mindful tech use, and specific supplements. Through tangible tips to align thoughts with future goals and insights into improving sleep and managing anxiety, Nicole offers an inspiring conversation that will reshape your perspective on personal-development. Tune into this transformative discussion and feel empowered to embrace the incredible potential of your own mind, stepping into your Future Self's reality with confidence.Topics: – Understanding brain plasticity, dispelling misconceptions, and learning how it allows us to create new connections and neural pathways at any point in life. – How to become your ultimate self by harnessing the limitless potential of the brain’s plasticity. – Why the concept of changing one’s life isn’t common knowledge and strategies for believing that transformation is possible. – How to address feeling ‘stuck’ in life and why it is essential to challenge ingrained thought patterns and routines in order to move forward. – Why it is important to break conditioned habits and biases for personal growth. – Understanding the central executive and default networks in the brain, managing anxiety, and optimizing mental states for relaxation and productivity.– Breaking down the influence of technology, dopamine, and phone usage on mental health and quality sleep.– Nicole’s top wellness strategies for peak performance and well-being. – How to harness the power of the Reticular Activating System (RAS) to align thoughts with future goals, interrupt negative thought patterns, and incorporate tangible strategies.– Quick fire round of Nicole’s top brain hacks. Nicole Vignola’s Links:WebsiteInstagramTry the Superhuman Meditations app risk free → USE CODE 'PODCAST' FOR 6-WEEKS FREE• Hundreds of guided meditations powered by neuroscience for every mood + activity• 85% of users feel a shift after just 5 minutes of listening per day.Check out Mimi's favorite Organifi products and get 20% off at www.organifi.com/MIMI.Follow Mimi on Instagram hereFollow Mimi on TikTok hereFollow MIMI Podcast on Instagram hereJoin us on YouTube hereWebsite → mimibouchard.comCan a conversation change your life? It can if you listen to it at the right time. Every week on this podcast, Superhuman founder Mimi Bouchard holds deep, inspiring conversations with some of the most motivating people in the world who share the secrets of their incredible success. Whether they’ve built lucrative businesses, created amazing relationships, improved their health, grown their wealth, or turned their lives around in really big (and even small) ways, you'll hear fresh takeaways that you can put in place to create the life of your dreams and become the very best version of yourself.New episodes every Monday + Wednesday. Don't forget to share your thoughts by rating and reviewing the show - your feedback helps us create more of the content you love!