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Sorry I don’t know about multiplying spheres, can you remember what else I was talking about?

@@Meta-Think I'm trying to find the video; I think it was about physics or math or something like that. The video was like talking about a physics theory? You wrote a comment on it that I didn't really understand but found interesting; I can't remember exactly what your comment was but I remember words like "multiply", "gum", and that you a paper on it? It was a recent comment, like yesterday maybe. I feel stupid asking this. Anyway what are you exactly? What do you do? I have yet to watch your videos but I'll do it soon. I'm just busy. I'd be happy if you could give a summary of what you do?

@@tallahoramismo Oh that comment - I was making a joke in reference to someone else’s physics theory. I was pretending to hypothesize there were gum balls the size of planets or something like that. Just a bit of fun. Myself I’m a cognitive science teacher at a university and finishing my PhD.

@@Meta-Think oh ok. Anyway, I fell into this rabbit hole of physics as I was searching for ways to solve my problem-I have OCD and I have these fears that are consuming my time and energy, and are making me depressed. It has been destroying my life for more than a decade now. I saw a video that to get rid of fears, you need to face them but every time I did, it's too painful that I have to run away. Do you know of other ways to get rid of OCD and fears where the process is less painful or can skip the pain part?

@@tallahoramismo There’s no way to skip the pain part, but there are meditation techniques where you can transcend them, and they stop being painful in the same way. For me, what works like magic is a meditation technique called Vipassana that I’ve done for 20 years. Go to dhamma•ørg to find a free course in your area

That’s a good question: “what causes meta-emotions?” The answer is the inborn mechanics of our brain. Human physiology is designed to have a negative response to pain - we are built to pull our hand from a flame thinking “pain, bad”. If we feel something sharp under our foot we pull it back thinking “pain = bad.” It is an evolved survival mechanism of all animals. We are built by nature so that all negative feelings provoke a second negative feeling that prompts us to act. Our minds are also built this way. A feeling of sadness or anger causes a secondary negative feeling, which can cause a third and a fourth. This happens within the lowest mechanisms of mind. They are automatic and can run out of control unless we consciously intervene.

Meta-emotions are automatic emotional reactions that increase negative feelings. For example, sadness can cause more sadness which then causes despair which causes depression. Metacognitive training in the perception of emotional impermanence stops meta-emotions. The refined perception of the moment-to-moment changes in sadness disengages the mechanism that causes secondary negative emotions. My newest paper is on precisely this - it’s on my website (see bio info). “The computational mechanisms of detached mindfulness”.

​@@Meta-Think Thank you! Will look into that. Very intresting, do you have a video on precisly this as well, about the interplay of metaemotions and metacognitions? These concepts are quite advanced and hard to grasp sometimes, heheh....

@@Tjenaretjenaremannen I totally understand, here’s a lecture I have on it with animations to illustrate the concepts, start at time index 14:15 czcams.com/video/Y9zp9swuOQI/video.htmlsi=PYv5N7zo2pl1B7FP

@@Meta-Think thank you so much, will have a look on that!

That’s terrific - can you tell me which university?

@@Meta-Think I suppose if you’re curious no harm. Simon Fraser University up in BC Canada

@@MK-bj8pd Fantastic - I teach cognitive science at Carleton University in Ottawa. Thanks so much for letting me know, always happy to know my videos have been useful - feel free to check out the rest of my channel!

Hi there, is your issue that your mind keeps wandering when you are reading? Or is it that your focus is relatively stable but you have trouble understanding the things you read?

@@Meta-Think unfortunately I have a problem with both of them sometimes.

@@Mohammad-bg1xc While I can’t say for certain I suspect your lack of comprehension comes from lack of stable attention. When thoughts intrude on you while reading, it obstructs your ability to keep track of the ‘through line’ of the overall idea. I suggest this particular exercise to increase reading attention stability: If you close your eyes you’ll see a changing pattern on the back of you eye lids. You’ll notice there are dark and light patches. Focus on the dark patches, but narrow down your attention to a smaller and smaller section of the dark pattern, as small as you can go. ‘Squeeze’ your mind to keep thoughts from intruding. This will take practice to build up the procedural knowledge that will then be deployed by your brain automatically when reading a book. Your attention will more automatically go toward the dark printed text of what you’re reading. You’ll find thoughts don’t intrude as much, and you can understand more easily. Try for 5 minutes before reading, and practice it while taking breaks from reading. I suggest 5 minute practices 5 times a day. Like a muscle, building your attention stabilizing procedures takes time, so keep at it!

You’re very welcome - thank you from Canada for watching 🇨🇦

Thanks for being interested in metacognition!

Yes, big time. It helps people disconnect negative metacognitive beliefs like ‘I need my worry’ or ‘my anxiety is a signal something is wrong’. When people believe the correct things about their thoughts and feelings, they are better able to direct them beneficially.

@@Meta-Think Very interesting, the reserach seem to be very promising indeed, suggesting larger effect sizes than CBT, especially for GAD.

Aha mostly. I could give you a list of movies that promote good thinking.

@@Meta-ThinkI strongly push myself to think rationally and do metacognition yet something sometimes feels very influential like movies or social media, can you recommend some interesting books you found that are must read . By the way I am a CS graduate and interested in AI and brain science

@@parvesh-rana Very nice! Remember that metacognition has a few dimensions, such as directing your thoughts by rational principles, and training your attentions and emotions through meditation. If you can become a master of both, you can be a master of your own mind. Two books I’d recommend, “Seekers” by Daniel Boorstin, and “Buddhism” by Smith and Novak.

@@parvesh-rana As for movies, I recommend “Agora” and the “Cosmos” mini series (old and new versions).

Aha thanks so much - will keep doing my best!

For the thumbnail, engage attention with a snippet of the model in relation to AI. You could use an image from Dall-e :)

Great suggestions - thank you! I'll work on the thumbnail :)

Huh?

Hey thanks - we actually filmed at my friend’s place who’s a wiz with all things video-related. I did the editing.

Oh, sorry about that - I am speaking to my students. I lecture twice a week at Carleton University in Ottawa and I don’t post all of them since they can get a bit repetitive.

@@Meta-Think Thank you for the clarification! I enjoy the lecture videos very much. I wouldn't mind having more of them, even if they're repetitive. I've found that immersing oneself in an idea(s) for extended periods of time helps to engrain them more deeply in one's mind. I suppose I could rewatch the same videos, but that would be... repetitive :)

@@michaeldacosta7504 I certainly plan on putting more up in due time. Glad you’ve been enjoying them!

Thanks for your nice comments! I haven't personally done scientific research on this, but I do combine the two myself - and I highly recommend it! Have you done any meditation?

@@Meta-Think Not in any kind of structured way, but I absolutely resonate with the idea that calming your mind is key to doing ANYTHING successfully. I am diagnosed with ADHD, which is supposed to be compulsory, but if I'm being honest with myself, it only is when I'm not in control.

@@CodingThingsIRL oh yeah, totally understand. I have ADHD too - that was my main motivation for doing 1,000+ hours of mediation and doing a PhD in metacognition research! My method is the Vipassana technique I mention in the video

I know what you mean. First thing to realize is that motivation is key. The deep brain is motivated by a cost-benefit analysis - if it perceives the cost (the harm) of something to be terrible enough, and the benefits good enough, people can be motivated to cross mountains and win against overwhelming odds. First thing you have to tell your brain is that not doing all that it can to protect itself will lead to the worst possible outcome. Feel it. Allow yourself to become terrified by the possibility of your whole life ending up as nothing and being alone (or whatever the worst possible outcome is for you). Then think about what you want in life (people, meaning, happiness) and all the benefits you can obtain if you have enough discipline. All this will allow you to become as resolved as a soldier standing on death ground. Write down the daily habits you need to avoid the worst possible fate, and to achieve your happiest possible outcome. Then do it. Dig deep. Do whatever it takes.

Thank you 🙇

@@zetr0-boy546 You can do this.

How’s everything going that we talked about?

Well, it’s like most of the time I try to stay conscious like not repeating same unhealthy habits, but I have some dark side it’s like keep regrets, why did choose this, why again tempted by those things which is not helping me to feel good about me, so for me I feel so coexisting in my old pattern and new one. But I do remember most of the time I should do this instead of that old unhealthy habits.

Absolutely - it means taking control of your thoughts and emotions - and crafting our environment to make up for our psychological limitations. I think you’d benefit from this video I made - the tips I give I actually do myself! czcams.com/video/AkQRrYHaMPQ/video.htmlsi=muW-VcotIysjoyxC

okay thankyou for your response @@Meta-Think

It’s my pleasure!

So glad you liked it - feel free to send me any thoughts!

@@Meta-Think yes sir absolutely ❤️

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Glad you're enjoying it!

Terrific - I like the ambient idea 💡

@@Meta-Think Thanks :D

I suggest having a meditation routine where you focus on your breath, try to feel the sensation of your breath on the touch of the skin below the nostrils above the upper lip. When your mind wanders, bring it back. If you really want to give yourself the best change, I suggest going to a 10day Vipassana intensive course. They are free (you can donate after or not) and they’re the best way to learn. I’ve done about a dozen of them.

@@Meta-Think thank you

For that exact question I made a whole video on how to overcome screen addiction - let me know your thoughts! czcams.com/video/AkQRrYHaMPQ/video.htmlsi=i-I4aq0qlN1E5W1K

Hey thank you, I really hope so! The video is less about specifics and more intended to inspire. I appreciate your comment!

You got it 😉

That’s a good one - what always worked for me was to leave my phone/alarm across the room so I would physically have to get out of bed to turn it off. Remember to hit snooze!

@@Meta-Think look I'm conscious after turning my alarm off by walking some steps and then clicking a picture (not random but it always has to be the accurate one! As selected) But I don't know what happens I just somehow end up in my bed again It's so damn weird nowadays even after waking up in the morning I somehow sleep again (never happened before this) Any suggestions?

@@KRISH2163 Hmmm well it sounds like you’re chronically sleep deprived, which happened to me for years growing up and I didn’t realize it. The body will insist on getting the sleep it needs. Count the hours you get - is it at least 7-8 or 5-6? Also, do you take an medication before sleeping? Try turning the light 💡 in the morning, and turning on music, and going to lie on your couch instead of your bed. Or go to extremes and get in the bathtub and turn on the water. I’m leaning toward you being sleep deprived and your body forcing you to make up for it.

@@Meta-Think that's probably the case! I'll try those things out in the morning!! Thank Youuu!!!!

You’re very welcome! And I think you’re right - it’s not about being totally focused the whole time you’re meditating, it’s about training your mind to resist distractions, disengage from rumination, and to develop a greater meta-awareness overall.

Ah how did I not know Huberman had a deep rest protocol - thank you for sharing!!

@@r.d.fodrek I have his virtusan app that has a ten minute nsdr and 30 min 40hz for free. Paid for longer.

That’s a good goal to have - there is a science around making good habits. It’s vital to pair your new routine with a cue. Choose one, and make an IF->THEN rule for it. IF I’m finished breakfast THEN I journal for five minutes. IF I finished my shower, THEN I meditate for 10mins. It’s important to set your timer as a deliberate block of time. Choose your cue. Choose your habit. Choose the amount of time. Let me know how that works.

Nice. Motto “How hard could it be?”

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Absolutely, narrative is crucial to teaching the right values!

oh you're right, they absoluetely used to do that!

Hi Tommy, I can tell you what I needed, which was to forcibly remove all compulsive distractions from my home environment. And I needed to stop watching shows and playing games that burned up my brain’s processing power at night. Even just a movie makes your brain consume GBs of data that you then process when you sleep instead of the crucial work that your life depends on. It helps to think of yourself as a soldier, or an elite athlete who has to scrutinize everything they do as either “helpful/non-helpful” to their goal. I would suggest locking yourself out of everything in your home that keeps your dopamine high, so that boredom will force you to do the activities that will lead to your future happiness.

I see, i understand you’re saying what worked for you, what you would recommend and i appreciate you answering my comment. I feel like this is a quite extreme approach though. I can’t really see a life where even watching a movie is considered too much, but idk. When i envision the life i want its a life where i can do what i must do, while still enjoying myself at the evenings. Surely this should be possible without removing everything?

@@tommykomo9890 I get what you’re saying. It’s not about never watching movies or gaming, it’s about being very deliberate when you’d choose to do them. Think of it like drinking, if you’re doing it every day out of routine, that can become a harmful runaway habit. For starters I might suggest going cold turkey for a week, or just locking yourself out of the things that are most compulsive that sabotage your long term self-interest. In five years you’ll never wish you spent more time in front of screens!

Very fair point of view! I extremely appreciate you taking the time answering me man.. you’re great. So when i eventually go back to say gaming or watching movies etc, how would that be scheduled? Could i do it everyday after ive done all my tasks? How do you do it? Do you work all day? What do you do for enjoyment? Dont have to answer the last question i understand its a bit personal. Once again, appreciate you!!

@@tommykomo9890 Thanks so much - it all depends on how you want to use your spare time, and if it interferes with your larger goals. Me, I have to cut it all out except for maybe once a week, if that. I’ve found that high stimulation entertainment that maxes out my senses makes reading and learning in my spare time unbearably boring. So I minimize that. Also I don’t work all day, it’s more a routine of good habits that pulls me along a path of productivity. Anything that’s superficially highly enjoyable should be a treat. Honestly I did eat a lot of junk food and watch a lot of movies during the holidays with family, but that’s what it’s for ;) This is just what works for me and you’ll have to decide your own self-discipline rules.

Hey thanks so much, I read my comments so let me know anything that comes to mind! :)

I can appreciate those words :)

So glad you liked it - let me know if you have any questions :)

​@Meta-Think are you aware of Kolb’s Experiential Cycle? I haven't watched the full video so maybe you do mention it, I wanted to know if K's cycle is connected to meta cognition in your opinion.

@@jeevacation It is absolutely connected, as it requires reflection and active thinking. I don't specifically talk about it but I will consider incorporating it, thank you!

@@Meta-Think Ah that's nice to hear, I try to do them weekly and try to be meta cognitive. I watch these videos when I'm in the gym or going to the gym and they've been very helpful and changed my views on a lot of things. Thank you for publishing these videos on CZcams. If you have a video on the cycle that you liked and found interesting, please do link it. Thanks again, for making the channel.

@@jeevacation So glad you like my content and found it meaningful - I posted it for people exactly like you to enjoy! I'll keep a lookout for a good video on the cycle and link if I find one. Keep on keeping on my friend!