William Charles Dement (July 29, 1928 – June 17, 2020) was an American sleep researcher and founder of the Sleep Research Center at Stanford University. He was a leading authority on sleep, sleep deprivation and the diagnosis and treatment of sleep disorders such as sleep apnea and narcolepsy. For this pioneering work in a previously uncharted field in the United States, he is sometimes referred to as the American father of sleep medicine.
Dement was born in Wenatchee, Washington, in 1928. In the 1950s, of those who also studied at the University of Chicago he was the first to intensively study the connection between rapid eye movement and dreaming. His fellow student Eugene Aserinsky had mentioned to him that "Dr. Kleitman and I think these eye movements might be related to dreaming".&nbsp;
Aserinsky, along with his and Dement's adviser Nathaniel Kleitman, had previously noticed the connection but hadn't considered it very interesting. Dement had an interest in psychiatry, which in those days considered dreams to be important, so he was excited by the discovery and was eager to pursue it. From the University of Chicago, he received an MD in 1955 and a PhD in neurophysiology in 1957 for the thesis Rapid eye movements during sleep in schizophrenics and non-schizophrenics and their relation to dream recall supervised by Kleitman.
He began his work in sleep deprivation at Mount Sinai Hospital in the late 1950s – the early 1960s. In 1964, he monitored and assisted Randy Gardner's successful attempt to break the record for longest time without sleep. He was among the first researchers to study sleeping subjects with the electroencephalogram (EEG), and he wrote "I believe that the study of sleep became a true scientific field in 1953, when I finally was able to make all-night, continuous recordings of brain and eye activity during sleep."&nbsp;
Studying these recordings, he discovered and named the five stages of sleep. In collaboration with Dr. Christian Guilleminault, Dement proposed the measure that is still used for the clinical definition of sleep apnea and the rating of its severity, the Apnea Hypopnea Index (AHI). Dement, professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at Stanford University School of Medicine, taught the large and popular "Sleep and Dreams" course at Stanford, which started in 1971.
In 1975 he launched the American Sleep Disorders Association, now known as the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, and served as president for its first twelve years. In that same year he and Mary Carskadon invented the Multiple Sleep Latency Test used to measure sleepiness, a test of how quickly people fall asleep, sleep onset latency, during several daytime opportunities.
He was also chairman of the National Commission on Sleep Disorders Research, whose final report led directly to the creation of a new agency within the National Institutes of Health, the National Center on Sleep Disorders Research. Dement was the author of The Promise of Sleep and The Sleepwatchers, and wrote the first undergraduate textbook in the field. The Promise of Sleep was featured in the 2012 independent comedy film Sleepwalk with Me, and Dement also made a cameo appearance in the film.
At the start of his academic career, he was a jazz musician and played bass. While at the University of Washington, he played with Quincy Jones, a time during which he also befriended Ray Charles. During the late 1980s, while at Stanford, he was known to have played, on at least one occasion, with artist-in-residence, Stan Getz. He lived with his family in northern California. Dement died in Stanford, California, on June 17, 2020, from cardiovascular disease at the age of 91.

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Josh Waitzkin is an American chess prodigy, international martial arts champion, and author. He was the basis for the book and film “Searching for Bobby Fischer”, which portrayed his childhood rise to the top of the competitive chess world. Waitzkin has since become a successful author, public speaker, and entrepreneur.
Waitzkin was born in New York City and began playing chess at the age of six. He quickly rose to prominence, becoming the youngest U.S. Chess Federation master in history at the age of nine. He went on to become the National Chess Champion three years in a row, and at the age of twelve he achieved the rank of International Master.
In addition to his success in the competitive chess world, Waitzkin also trained and competed in martial arts. After becoming the National Tai Chi Push Hands Champion and the National Tai Chi Chuan Champion, he went on to win the World Championship of Tai Chi Push Hands in 1997.
Waitzkin retired from competitive chess at the age of sixteen to pursue other interests. He attended Columbia University, where he majored in English and studied philosophy and psychology. After college, Waitzkin immersed himself in the world of poker. He became a professional poker player and won the 2006 World Series of Poker.&nbsp;
In addition to his professional successes, Waitzkin is an accomplished author. He wrote the book “The Art of Learning”, which explores his journey to mastery in both chess and martial arts. He also wrote “The Art of Learning: A Journey in the Pursuit of Excellence” and “The Art of Learning Journal”. Waitzkin has been featured in numerous publications, including The New Yorker, The Wall Street Journal, and The New York Times.&nbsp;
Today, Waitzkin is a sought-after public speaker and consultant, as well as a business coach. He has spoken at a variety of conferences and events, including TEDx and the World Economic Forum. In addition to his public speaking engagements, Waitzkin is the co-founder of the Waitzkin Institute, which provides consulting and coaching services to individuals and organizations. He also serves as the chairman of the board of directors for the International Chess Federation.&nbsp;
Josh Waitzkin is an inspirational figure who has achieved success in multiple fields. His dedication to excellence, combined with his ability to adapt to new challenges, has enabled him to achieve a level of success rarely seen in any single field.

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(David Kessler is also the name of another author, a hospice expert who worked with Elisabeth Kübler-Ross, although David A. Kessler did co-author a book on elder care.) David Aaron Kessler is an American pediatrician, lawyer, author, and administrator (both academic and governmental).&nbsp;
He was the Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) from November 8, 1990, to February 28, 1997, and has subsequently held administrative and academic posts at Yale and the University of California at San Francisco.
(David Kessler is also the name of another author, a hospice expert who worked with Elisabeth Kübler-Ross, although David A. Kessler did co-author a book on elder care.) David Aaron Kessler is an American pediatrician, lawyer, author, and administrator (both academic and governmental).&nbsp;
He was the Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) from November 8, 1990, to February 28, 1997, and has subsequently held administrative and academic posts at Yale and the University of California at San Francisco.&nbsp;

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Adam Grant is an American psychologist and author widely known for his work on the science of giving, creativity, and organizational psychology. He is the top-rated professor at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania and a former professor at the University of Michigan. His first book, Give and Take: A Revolutionary Approach to Success, was a New York Times bestseller.
Grant is a leading authority on the science of giving, creativity, and organizational psychology. He has written or co-written six books, including Originals: How Non-Conformists Move the World and Option B: Facing Adversity, Building Resilience, and Finding Joy. He has also written for The New York Times, The Atlantic Monthly, Harvard Business Review, and other publications.
Grant's research focuses on how giving, taking, and exchanging advice affects an individual’s success. He has studied how to maximize the benefits of giving, how to encourage more successful collaborations, and how to foster an environment of innovation and creativity. He has also explored how to assess and develop leadership potential within organizations and how to build workplace cultures where employees are empowered to do their best work.
Grant has received numerous awards and honors, including being named one of the world's 40 most influential management thinkers by Thinkers50 in 2015, one of the world's 50 most influential management thinkers by Thinkers50 in 2018, and one of the world's most influential management gurus by The Observer in 2018. He is a recipient of the Carnegie Medal for Excellence in Mentoring and was named the Most Influential Thinker of the Decade by Poets &amp; Quants in 2020.
In addition to his academic and writing career, Grant is a frequent speaker for organizations, universities, and conferences around the world. He has presented to audiences of thousands at TEDx events, and he has been featured on television and radio programs such as The Oprah Winfrey Show, 60 Minutes, and NPR’s Fresh Air. He has also served as a visiting professor at Stanford, Cornell, and INSEAD, and he is currently a visiting professor at the London School of Economics.

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Gary Mack is a leading sports psychology consultant and counselor who has worked with athletes in the NBA, NFL, NHL, WNBA, and Major League Baseball. He is president of two consulting firms, Sports Assist and Planning Solutions; the director of sports psychology for Griffey International; and team counselor for the Phoenix Suns and Phoenix Mercury.

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Nick Littlehales is a sleep coach to a wide variety to of athletes and teams, including British Cycling and Team Sky; NBA, NFL, and NHL teams; Olympic and Paralympic athletes; international soccer teams; Rugby Union and Rugby League; and corporate clients such as GE.

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Jocko Willink is an American retired Navy Seal officer, author, podcaster, and public speaker. He is best known for his involvement in the Battle of Ramadi, his success in the Navy SEALs, and his leadership philosophy, which is based on discipline, hard work, and respect for others.
Willink was born in Easton, Pennsylvania, on September 8, 1971. He joined the Navy in 1990 and, after graduating from Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL (BUD/S) training, was assigned to SEAL Team 3. During his service in the Navy, Willink completed multiple deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan and was eventually assigned to Task Unit Bruiser, the most decorated special operations unit of the Iraq War. During the Battle of Ramadi, Willink and his team helped to clear the city of insurgent forces, and their exemplary performance earned them the Navy Cross.
Willink retired from the Navy in 2010 and soon after began to share his leadership philosophy. He has authored several books, including Extreme Ownership, Leadership Strategy and Tactics, and Way of the Warrior Kid, as well as co-hosting the popular podcast Jocko Podcast.
Willink is also a respected public speaker, giving talks all over the world on topics such as leadership, discipline, and team building. He is a sought-after keynote speaker for both corporate and military events.
Willink is an advocate for physical and mental fitness, often speaking about the importance of proper nutrition and exercise. He also encourages people to push themselves and strive to become the best versions of themselves.
Willink is a highly respected figure in the military and business worlds, and his words have been an inspiration to many. His leadership philosophy is one that emphasizes discipline, hard work, and respect for others, and these values are ones that have served him well throughout his career.

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Tim Ferriss is an American author, entrepreneur, and public speaker. He is best known for his bestselling book, The 4-Hour Workweek, and for his podcast, The Tim Ferriss Show. Ferriss has been featured in the Time 100 Most Influential People list and has been recognized as one of Fast Company's "Most Innovative Business People."
Ferriss was born in East Hampton, New York, in 1977. He attended St. Paul's School in Concord, New Hampshire, and graduated from Princeton University with a degree in East Asian Studies in 2000. After college, he worked in sales and marketing for a data storage company before starting his own business, BrainQUICKEN, which he eventually sold.
In 2007, Ferriss wrote The 4-Hour Workweek, which became an international bestseller. The book proposed a new way of working that focused on efficiency and productivity and encouraged readers to pursue their dreams and passions. The book was credited with launching the "lifestyle design" movement and has been translated into 35 languages.
In 2010, Ferriss launched his podcast, The Tim Ferriss Show, which is now one of the most popular podcasts in the world. He interviews high-profile guests from various fields, including business, sports, and entertainment. Ferriss has also written several other books, including The 4-Hour Body, The 4-Hour Chef, Tools of Titans, and Tribe of Mentors.
Ferriss has been an active investor, advisor, and board member for a number of companies, including Uber, Evernote, Shopify, and Duolingo. He is a founding member of the Silicon Valley investment firm K9 Ventures and is also a venture partner at the venture capital firm Collaborative Fund.
Ferriss is active in the philanthropic community and has been involved with a number of charities, including DonorsChoose.org, The International Rescue Committee, and the Michael J. Fox Foundation. He is also a member of the Clinton Global Initiative.

Arianna Huffington is a Greek-American author, syndicated columnist, and businesswoman. She was born Arianna Stassinopoulos on July 15, 1950, in Athens, Greece. She moved to the United Kingdom with her family when she was 16 and later studied economics at Girton College, Cambridge.
After graduating, Huffington began her career as a writer and commentator and was a prominent conservative commentator in the UK during the 1970s and 1980s. She later moved to the United States, where she continued her career as a political commentator and became a naturalized citizen in 1990.
In 2005, Huffington co-founded The Huffington Post, a news and opinion website, with Kenneth Lerer and Jonah Peretti. AOL acquired the site in 2011 for $315 million. She served as the site's editor-in-chief from 2005 to 2016.
Huffington is also a prolific author and has written several books, including "The Sleep Revolution," "Thrive," and "The Fourth Instinct: The Call of the Soul." She is also a public speaker and has delivered speeches on various topics, including well-being, media, and politics.
In 2016, Huffington resigned as editor-in-chief of The Huffington Post to focus on her health and wellness startup, Thrive Global, which focuses on reducing workplace stress and burnout. She is still the CEO of Thrive Global.
AOL acquired the Huffington Post in 2011 for $315 million. In 2016, she stepped down as editor-in-chief of The Huffington Post to focus on her new startup, Thrive Global, which aims to end the "epidemic of stress and burnout" by offering corporate wellness programs and products. Huffington is also an author, having written 14 books, including the best-seller "Thrive: The Third Metric to Redefining Success and Creating a Life of Well-Being, Wisdom, and Wonder."

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Nassim Nicholas Taleb is a Lebanese-American essayist, scholar, statistician, and former trader and risk analyst whose work focuses on problems of randomness, probability, and uncertainty. He is the author of several books, including "The Black Swan: The Impact of the Highly Improbable," which was published in 2007 and became a bestseller.
Taleb is a former trader and risk analyst and has worked as a professor of risk engineering at New York University's Tandon School of Engineering. He has a background in mathematics, statistics, and computer science and has published numerous papers in academic journals on topics related to randomness and uncertainty.
Taleb's main area of research is the study of "black swans," which he defines as rare events that have a large impact and are typically not predictable. He argues that traditional risk assessment methods, such as using historical data to predict future events, are inadequate because they fail to consider the possibility of black swan events.
Taleb is also known for his criticism of the concept of "normalcy" in statistics and his skepticism of the use of mathematical models in finance and economics. He has argued that the assumptions made in these models are often unrealistic and can lead to dangerous oversimplifications.
In addition to his work in academia, Taleb is also a public intellectual and has written several books for a general audience. His books have been widely discussed and debated in the media and have been translated into multiple languages.
Taleb is a strong advocate for antifragility, a concept he has developed and popularized in his books. Antifragility is the property of a system or entity that improves when subjected to volatility, shocks, stressors, or disorder and doesn't just remain indifferent to them.
Taleb's writing style is often characterized as provocative and contrarian, and he is known for his strong opinions on a wide range of topics. His work has been influential in the fields of economics, finance, and risk management and has also been discussed in the broader cultural and intellectual conversation.

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Ryan Holiday is an American author, marketer, media strategist, and entrepreneur. He is the author of several bestselling books, including his most recent, Perennial Seller, as well as popular titles such as The Obstacle Is the Way, Ego Is the Enemy, Conspiracy, and Growth Hacker Marketing. Holiday has written for the New York Times, Forbes, the Wall Street Journal, and other publications. He has also been featured in Time, The New Yorker, and The Washington Post.
Holiday is the founder of Brass Check, a creative consulting agency that specializes in marketing, media strategy, and creative consulting. He has worked with some of the world’s most successful authors, entrepreneurs, and public figures, including Tony Robbins, Tim Ferriss, Robert Greene, and Tucker Max. His clients also include media companies such as VICE, MTV, and Complex. He has also served as a consultant to brands such as American Apparel, Google, and Gillette.
As an author, Holiday has written nine books, three of which have become New York Times bestsellers. His books focus on topics such as personal and professional development, marketing, and media strategy. His most recent book, Perennial Seller, is a guide to creating and sustaining success in business, publishing, and life.
As a media strategist and consultant, Holiday has helped launch and reinvigorate several brands and campaigns. His work spans from creating marketing campaigns for startups and Fortune 500 companies to working as a creative consultant for media companies and major brands.
Holiday's work has been featured in major publications, including the New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Fast Company, and The Washington Post. He has also appeared on television shows such as the Colbert Report, Late Night with Jimmy Fallon, The Today Show, and podcasts such as the Tim Ferriss Show and the Joe Rogan Experience.&nbsp;
In addition to his work as an author, media strategist, and consultant, Holiday is a frequent public speaker. He has been a keynote speaker at events such as SXSW, the World Business Forum, and the Inc. 5000 Conference. He also teaches marketing and media strategy classes at the University of California, Berkeley.
Holiday is passionate about helping others achieve their goals and dreams. He has created several online courses and resources to help entrepreneurs, creatives, and marketers better understand the media landscape, marketing, and creative strategies. He also serves as the Managing Director of the media startup, Contently and is an adviser to several startups and companies. He is also a mentor to many aspiring entrepreneurs and creators.

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Kelly McGonigal is a health psychologist and lecturer at Stanford University known for her work in the field of "science help," which focuses on translating insights from psychology and neuroscience into practical strategies that support health and well-being.
A longtime advocate of self-compassion and mindfulness as stress-coping strategies, McGonigal has altered her focus on the problematic aspects of stress; in a talk at the TEDGlobal 2013, she emphasized the importance of an individual's subjective belief in themselves as someone who can cope successfully as being a crucial factor in their actual response to stress.
McGonigal, the identical twin of game designer Jane McGonigal, was brought up in New Jersey by public school teacher parents who emphasized intellectual attainment. Although she is now grateful for their protectiveness, McGonigal says it seemed like "lockdown" at the time. She describes her upbringing as "both good and stressful." She received a B.A. in psychology and a B.S. in mass communication at Boston University and her Ph.D. at Stanford University, where she is a lecturer in psychology and teaches a public course on willpower.
A practitioner of meditation, McGonigal was the chief editor of the peer-reviewed journal, the International Journal of Yoga Therapy, from 2005 to 2012 and advocated yoga and similar mindfulness practices as a way to recharge and direct attention and mental resources to achieve desired outcomes. The rationale was based on studies on the effect of meditation on the brain and the Ego depletion model, also called the 'strength' theory of self-control, proposed by a team led by Roy Baumeister.
McGonigal's simple summary of the 'strength' theory of self-control: "Self-control is like a muscle. When used, it gets tired." As a writer and researcher on self-control, McGonigal has frequently been cited for her views on how willpower can be built up and directed. However, having emphasized the role of meditation practices for fighting stress to enable better functioning in challenging circumstances, McGonigal altered her standpoint somewhat in 2013 and now highlights the attitude taken to stress as the crucial factor.
McGonigal defines willpower as "the ability to do what you really want to do when part of you really doesn't want to do it" and says that humans experience conflicts between impulse and self-control in personal and social contexts, giving examples such as a craving for sweet foods, the urge to be sarcastic or complaining, and the desire to procrastinate.
Humans have evolved adaptations to control their instincts and successfully resist impulsive drives because living in groups requires self-control, and this—McGonigal says—means taking the harder option. According to McGonigal, willpower failure or success can spread through a group because humans tend to mirror the behavior of those they are socially connected with.
The part of the self that enables us to act in a way that is consistent with our long-term goals is based in the prefrontal cortex. McGonigal advocates body-mind practices that she says prioritize the function of the prefrontal cortex rather than parts of the brain that are orientated toward instant responses, which is the brain's default setting when under stress.
According to McGonigal, the practice of meditation is an effective way to establish the primacy of the prefrontal cortex, thus enabling a choice to do the harder thing when that is required for attaining a long-term goal. McGonigal believes exercising self-control can help build up willpower in the same way as, over time, physical exercising can increase the capacity to exercise.
She says: "If you do it with awareness and intention, it can make you stronger. The strength develops over time, even if you feel temporarily weaker. But I think this only works when you have this mindset and feel like you are consciously choosing to "use" your willpower. If you feel like you are being drained by everything you "have" to do (or not do), that lack of autonomy is even more stressful than exercising self-control." The promise of happiness from cravings often misleads in McGonigal's view, and she gives techniques of mindfully focusing attention on the actual experience when indulging a craving or temptation so as to compare it with the expectation of reward that preceded it.
One use of willpower that McGonigal sees as counterproductive is thought suppression or trying not to think about temptations such as cravings. McGonigal believes thoughts become more intrusive through thought suppression, and it is best to simply register that an unwanted thought has occurred without believing in it or acting on it. 
Energy to pursue activities is less scarce than to resist temptation, says McGonigal, suggesting that people give their brains healthy "wants" such as vegetables or a walk after lunch so that weight loss becomes a by-product of choice. Learning to be a friend and mentor to ourselves rather than equating self-control with self-criticism is the attitude that she advocates.

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Patrick McKeown is a graduate of Trinity College Dublin. In 2002, Patrick completed his clinical training in the Buteyko Breathing Method at the Buteyko Clinic, Moscow, Russia. This training was accredited by Professor Konstantin Buteyko. Having suffered from asthma, rhinitis and sleep-disordered breathing for over 20 years, Patrick offers both theoretical knowledge and his own experiences to help clients to overcome similar challenges.&nbsp;
To date, Patrick has written seven books and produced four DVD sets about the Buteyko Method, including three Amazon.com and Amazon.co.uk category bestsellers: Close Your Mouth, Asthma-Free Naturally, and Anxiety Free: Stop Worrying and Quieten your Mind.
His latest book, titled "The Oxygen Advantage", enhances sports performance by improving functional breathing patterns and applying unique breath hold exercises to simulate altitude training at sea level. The Oxygen Advantage is considered a foremost authority on breathing for exercise performance, and is currently translated into fourteen languages.&nbsp;
Patrick is Clinical Director of the Buteyko Clinic International and Chairman of its Advisory Board. He is also Director of Education for OxygenAdvantage.com and expert Breathing Advisor to XPT Life co-founded by Laird Hamilton and Gabby Reece. Patrick's professional memberships include Fellow of The Royal Society of Biology and Academy of Applied Myofunctional Sciences. Journal publications include the Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine.
Patrick provides international instructor breathing re-education and training to address a variety of health conditions including sleep issues and asthma through ButeykoClinic.com and for resilience and improved sports performance through OxygenAdvantage.com
McKeown is also the creator of SportsMask, designed to improve breathing efficiency and respiratory musle strength, as well as the Buteyko Belt for improved functional breathing for health. His work has been featured on BBC, MensHealth, Mercola, Ted talks, Dr Oz magazine, Ben Greefield, Dave Asprey’s Bulletproof podcast and more.

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Nir Eyal is a bestselling author, entrepreneur, and lecturer on the topics of consumer psychology and behavior design. He is well-known for his book Hooked: How to Build Habit-Forming Products, which focuses on understanding how technology companies create products that users become addicted to.
Eyal has a background in business and psychology, having received his MBA from Stanford University and a BSc in Psychology from the University of Pennsylvania. He has worked in the tech industry for over a decade and has held executive positions at several companies, including Yahoo and Time Warner.
Eyal has also founded two tech companies, AdNectar and Insightera, and is an investor in several startups. He has been an advisor or board member for numerous companies, including Eventbrite, Product Hunt, and BloomThat.
In addition to his business career, Eyal has written several books, including Hooked, Indistractable: How to Control Your Attention and Choose Your Life, and The Business of Habit: Designing Products and Services That Create Loyalty. He also writes a popular blog and hosts a podcast called The Nir and Far Show.
Eyal is a sought-after speaker, presenting to audiences all over the world. He has been featured in publications such as The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and Forbes and has been a guest on many podcasts, including The Tim Ferriss Show and The Joe Rogan Experience.
If you are interested in gaining a better understanding of how to design products and services that capture and keep users’ attention, Nir Eyal is an excellent resource. His books, blog, podcast, and talks offer valuable insights into the world of consumer psychology and behavior design.

Christopher R. Vaughan’s poems have appeared in numerous publications, including Cincinnati Review, Review Americana, Off the Coast, Del Sol Review, and Hawai’i-Pacific Review. His criticism regularly appears in Kenyon Review Online and Great River Review. He is a recipient of the 2020 Princemere Poetry Prize.

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David Sinclair is a world-renowned scientist and professor of genetics at Harvard Medical School. He is an authority in the field of aging, and his research focuses on understanding why we age and how to slow it down. He is the co-founder and co-chief editor of the journal Aging Cell, as well as a co-founder and co-director of the Sinclair Lab at Harvard Medical School.&nbsp;
Dr. Sinclair has made groundbreaking discoveries in the field of aging and longevity. He discovered a gene that controls the aging process and is currently researching ways to use this gene to extend the life and slow down the effects of aging. He has also identified a compound that could potentially reverse aging in mice and has been researching ways to develop a drug that could do the same for humans. His research has been featured in numerous publications, including the New York Times and The Atlantic.&nbsp;
In addition to his research, Dr. Sinclair is an advocate of healthy aging. He is the author of two books, Lifespan: Why We Age—and Why We Don't Have To and The Genetics of Health: Understand Your DNA to Transform Your Life, which provides insights into the science of aging and how to live a longer, healthier life. He is also the co-founder of the Institute for Aging Research and Education, which is dedicated to advancing the science of aging and promoting healthy aging.
Dr. Sinclair is a highly respected scientist and professor, and his work has been recognized with numerous awards and honors. He was named one of the world’s most influential people by Time Magazine in 2019 and is a recipient of the prestigious Albert Einstein Award for Outstanding Achievement in the Life Sciences. He has also been honored with the Breakthrough Prize in Aging Research and the American Society for Cell Biology’s worldwide recognition award for his research on aging.

The Champion’s Comeback is the ultimate athlete’s handbook. It will help you develop the core confidence you need to win, even when faced with devastating injuries, tough obstacles, or seemingly insurmountable odds. Your ultimate guide to overcoming losses and injuries and achieving greatness—on and off the field. Leading sports psychologist Jim Afremow knows what makes good athletes great, especially when they come back to wins after facing devastating injuries, tough obstacles, or seemingly insurmountable odds. In The Champion’s Comeback , he offers winning strategies for athletes of any age or skill level to get mentally psyched for competition, quickly rebound after a loss, overcome injuries (and the fear of re-injury), develop their mental toughness , stay focused on goals , and reach peak performance .

Tianna Bartoletta is an American track and field athlete who competes primarily in the long jump and the 4x100 meters relay. She won a gold medal in the long jump at the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympics and three World Championship gold medals. Bartoletta is known for her speed and power and is considered one of the best long jumpers in the world. She also competed at the 2012 London Olympics and won a gold medal with the US team in the 4x100 m relay. Bartoletta also went on to win the 2017 World Championship in the 4x100m relay.
Bartoletta attended the University of Tennessee. She won the SEC Indoor Long Jump, SEC Outdoor Long Jump, NCAA Indoor Long Jump, and NCAA Outdoor Long Jump titles, and both Indoor and Outdoor All-America honors. She was named Academic All-SEC and a Lady Vol Academic Honor Roll member.
Tianna is currently third all-time on the University of Tennessee's indoor performer lists in the 60m dash and long jump, fifth all-time in the triple jump and 55m, and sixth in the 200m.
Bartoletta was selected as the SEC Freshman Outdoor Field Events Athlete of the Year. She also won the long jump and 55m at the SEC Invitational, the long jump at the Penn State National Open, the Sea Ray Relays, the Knoxville Invitational, and the Gatorade Classic, and ran the opening 200-meter leg that set collegiate meet, stadium and school records in the sprint medley baton event at the Penn Relays for Tennessee. She is ranked first all-time in Tennessee’s history of the outdoor long jump at 6.89 meters.

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In The Champion's Comeback, Jim Afremow encourages us to see failure not as a setback, but as a stepping stone to success. He believes that failure is a part of the journey and it's how we respond to it that defines us. So, next time you face a setback, remember it's an opportunity to learn and grow.

Embrace Failure

Afremow emphasizes the importance of maintaining a positive mindset. He suggests that our thoughts can greatly influence our performance. So, if you want to be a champion, start by thinking like one. Replace negative thoughts with positive affirmations and see the difference it makes.

The Power of Positive Thinking

The Champion's Comeback explores the concept of mental toughness. It's not just about physical strength, but also about mental resilience. Afremow suggests that champions are made in the mind first, then in the field. So, work on building your mental strength and resilience.

The Importance of Mental Toughness

Afremow advises us to focus on the process rather than the outcome. He believes that by concentrating on the task at hand and giving it your all, the results will naturally follow. So, instead of worrying about the end result, enjoy the journey and give your best in every moment.

Focus on the Process, Not the Outcome

In The Champion's Comeback, discipline and consistency are highlighted as key factors in achieving success. Afremow suggests that it's not about doing extraordinary things, but about doing ordinary things extraordinarily well, consistently. So, stick to your routine, be disciplined, and success will follow.

The Role of Discipline and Consistency

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Dr. Jim Afremow is a high-performance consultant and the author of several best-selling books on sport psychology and leadership. He provides mental skills training and leadership services to athletes, teams, and coaches at all levels of sport, as well as to corporate “athletes” and professionals across all achievement domains.
For over 20 years, Dr. Afremow has assisted numerous world-class athletes and teams. Major sports represented include NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL, UFC, MLS, PGA Tour, LPGA Tour and WNBA. Additionally, he has mentally trained several U.S. and international Olympians. He served as the staff sport psychologist for two international Olympic teams, the Greek Olympic softball team and India’s Olympic field hockey team.
From 2004 to 2013, he served as a licensed professional counselor and sport psychologist at Arizona State University. He then served as the peak performance coordinator and a mental skills coach for the San Francisco Giants baseball organization for three seasons.
Jim is also the author of the bestselling books The Champion's Mind, The Champion's Comeback, and The Young Champion's Mind. His latest book is The Leader's Mind, which he co-wrote with Emmy-nominated writer Phil White, who is also his co-host of the Champion Conversations Podcast.&nbsp;

Throughout the history of sport, certain athletes have risen above the rest to become elite performers. These athletes have proven that raw athletic ability is not enough—it's the mental game that matters most. Sports participation—from recreational to collegiate Division I levels—is at an all-time high. While the caliber of their games may differ, all athletes at every level have one thing in common: the desire to excel. How can you become a better athlete? Customizable pre-performance routines will help you reach your full athletic potential every time you step onto the field or court with hundreds of useful tips, breakthrough science andcutting-edgee workouts from top trainers around the world. The Champion's Mind will help you shape your body for longer, and healthier life.

Katrín Davíðsdóttir is a professional CrossFit athlete from Iceland. She began her career in CrossFit in 2011 and quickly made a name for herself as a top competitor. In 2012, she finished in 9th place at the CrossFit Games. The following year, she improved to finish in 6th place at the Games. In 2014, she had her best finish yet, coming in 3rd place at the Games.
In 2015, Davíðsdóttir won the CrossFit Games, becoming the third woman in history to win the title. She successfully defended her title in 2016, becoming the second woman to win the CrossFit Games back-to-back.
After her back-to-back win, Davíðsdóttir took a break from competing to focus on her mental and physical health. However, she returned to competition in 2018 and finished 12th place at the Games. In 2019, she finished in 4th place at the Games.
In addition to her career as a professional CrossFit athlete, Katrín Davíðsdóttir is also a personal trainer. She uses her knowledge and experience as a CrossFit athlete to help others achieve their fitness goals. She offers personal training services and works with clients to create personalized workout plans tailored to their specific needs and goals. She also works with clients on their nutrition and mental health, helping them to achieve a well-rounded and holistic approach to fitness. As a coach and personal trainer, Davíðsdóttir is dedicated to helping her clients reach their full potential and achieve their goals.

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In The Champion's Mind, Jim Afremow emphasizes the importance of maintaining a positive mindset. He suggests that champions aren't just physically strong, but mentally resilient too. They see challenges as opportunities, not obstacles. So, if you want to be a champion, start by changing your mindset.

Afremow encourages readers to set clear, achievable goals. He believes that having a target to aim for can help you stay focused and motivated. So, take some time to think about what you want to achieve and set some goals for yourself.

The Importance of Goal Setting

The Champion's Mind is all about embracing the journey, not just the destination. Afremow reminds us that true champions enjoy the process of getting better, not just the end result. So, don't rush things. Take your time, enjoy the process, and the results will come.

Embrace the Process

In his book, Afremow highlights the importance of discipline and consistency. Champions don't just work hard when they feel like it, they work hard every day. So, if you want to be a champion, you need to be disciplined and consistent in your efforts.

Afremow encourages readers to visualize their success. He believes that if you can see it in your mind, you can achieve it in reality. So, take a few minutes each day to visualize your success. It might just help you achieve your goals.

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