Prof. Steve Peters: Meet The Secret Weapon Behind Elite Athletes & The Top 1%

Renowned psychiatrist and best-selling author of ‘The Chimp Paradox’, Prof. Steve Peters, joins Jake and Damian for an in-depth conversation on unlocking human potential. With a background in helping elite performers in sports, business, and more, Steve shares his expertise on how the mind works and how to make the most of it.

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In this episode, he dives into how we can identify and align with our core values while tackling common challenges we face in daily life. From self-esteem struggles to understanding the ""chimp system"" in our brains, he breaks down the mental hurdles that hold us back and offers actionable insights to help move forward.

Steve also discusses the impact of social media on self-worth, the importance of resilience, and why shifting our mindset matters. He explains how childhood habits are formed, the role parents play in shaping these patterns, and whether it's possible to reverse some of the patterns formed early in life.

This episode offers a powerful exploration of how we can hack our brains to perform at our best, develop resilience, and embrace a healthier perspective on life.

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[ASOA_STRENGTH]

The Chimp Paradox changed my life! So much love and admiration for Prof Steve!

[SandIWorldofFun]

The Chimp Paradox genuinely changed my life and way of thinking when I read it over 10 years ago. Really enjoyed this episode.

[summerhi]

Great episode, peters really make me understand more about myself and the people around me! love this interview so much!!!

[lozb]

I've followed the professor for years and have his books hat I re read constantly. Amazing man

[GilesParker]

Seen Steve speak, absolutely amazing man. So humble and an incredible communicator.

[Mick-npbu]

I was always taught to be prepared for the worst but hope for the best 🤞still works 🙏

[NckA]

Quite possibly the most enlightening pod I’ve ever watched. That was excellent, thank you guys.

[davidcooze]

I'd say maintain resilience. Love anything to do with steve. ❤

[nxyy]

What a brilliant interview. Everything he says makes so much sense.

[monicaximenes]

You guys have great guests here and I really enjoy the podcast, but this one came at a time for me when I truly needed it. Thank you for creating this content and having amazing guests. By far one of my favorite episode. THANK YOU 🙏

[mrb]

The main main that fulfilled Ronnie O’Sullivans career potential and made him the GOAT. What a guy.

[andrewsema]

Another Great episode. Totally enjoyed it. Thanks HP.

[xsangelo]

Great interview, I've noticed that a lot of channels are dropping sponsorship/ads for 2025...

[michelleforrester]

Mind changing, I really really needed to listen to this❤ thankyou Prof Peters, I am buying your book too

[paulsmith]

Steve Peters I'd 💯 recommend anyone to buy his books or download them in 2025 and change your life forever.

Top man 🤝

[theanalyticsproject]

I'm an academic so maybe I'm being unfair, but I would have appreciated much more structure to this interview. I know Steve's work fairly well and I really didn't get much from this interview.