EP. 1830

09/29/25

Andrew Huberman

“Curiosity is basically the gateway to brain change. And the data support that cynicism is the way you make your brain filled with cement.”

Andrew Huberman: The Reason Why Faith-Based Practices Matter When It Comes To Your Mental Health

The world’s most respected neuroscientist just admitted something that shocked everyone: prayer saved his mental health. After decades of relying purely on science, Andrew Huberman discovered that faith-based practices don’t just feel good—they literally restructure your brain for better health, clearer thinking, and deeper peace. But here’s what makes this conversation revolutionary: he doesn’t stop at spirituality. Huberman reveals the exact protocols he uses to hack his nervous system, from morning cortisol optimization to evening wind-down routines that guarantee better sleep. He exposes cynicism as the ultimate brain killer and shows you how curiosity becomes your superpower for lifelong learning. You’ll walk away with a complete system for transforming your mind, backed by both cutting-edge science and ancient wisdom.

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"Cynicism is the belief that things are one way and they're not gonna change. I'm absolutely convinced that cynicism is the enemy of all good things. The worst thing for brain plasticity is cynicism."
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And now let’s jump into episode 1830 of The School of Greatness!

Some Questions I Ask:

  • “Is there any science or research behind prayer or faith that helps people heal their body, their mind, or their souls?”
  • “What have you personally gained in the last year and a half since diving deeper into the practice of faith and prayer?”
  • “What happens to the brain or the body when we express our emotions, whether it be through tears, through crying, through physiological release of some type?”
  • “If you had to say, these are my top three science backed protocols to support you personally, and the evidence is just abundantly clear that if you follow these protocols, you’ll have more peace, more clarity, more focus, more freedom – what would those three things be?”
  • “How does someone shift their mindset in believing they’re deserving of creating financial abundance?”
  • “What is cynicism? Can you explain what is that?”
  • “What happens when we do it and when we block the flow of emotions that we want to release, but then we stiffen up?”

In this episode, you will learn:

  • Discover why prayer and faith-based practices create measurable health benefits that pure meditation cannot match
  • Transform cynicism into curiosity using the exact neuroscience principles that unlock lifelong brain plasticity
  • Master the cortisol rhythm protocol that optimizes your energy, focus, and sleep quality every single day
  • Learn the revolutionary “activation” technique that replaces traditional meditation with targeted brain state changes
  • Break through learning plateaus using the self-testing method that prevents forgetting and locks in new skills
  • Plus much more…
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