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The Limitless Mind with Jo Boaler
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Low risk drinking guidelines from the NIAAA:
Healthy men under 65:
No more than 4 drinks in one day and no more than 14 drinks per week.
Healthy women (all ages) and healthy men 65 and older: No more than 3 drinks in one day and no more than 7 drinks per week.
One drink is defined as 12 ounces of beer, 5 ounces of wine, or 1.5 ounces of 80-proof liquor. So remember that a mixed drink or full glass of wine are probably more than one drink.
Abstinence from alcohol Abstinence from alcohol is the best choice for people who take medications that interact with alcohol, have health conditions that could be exacerbated by alcohol (e.g. liver disease), are pregnant or may become pregnant or have had a problem with alcohol or another substance in the past.
Benefits of “low-risk” drinking Following these guidelines reduces the risk of health problems such as cancer, liver disease, reduced immunity, ulcers, sleep problems, complications of existing conditions, and more. It also reduces the risk of depression, social problems, and difficulties at school or work.
Today on the podcast, I'm thrilled to introduce author, speaker and professor Jo Boaler.
Dr. Jo Boaler is a professor of education and equity at Stanford University and the faculty director of youcubed—an education resource that has reached over 230 million students.She was named by the BBC as one of eight educators “changing the face of education.”
We discuss the six keys of learning presented in Boaler's most recent book, The Limitless Mind.
The six keys are based in science and underscore the main idea of the book that the human brain is capable of learning anything if we are dedicated, if we believe in ourselves and if we work through struggle.
By understanding that we aren't born innately "gifted" and we can truly learn anything.
Key #1 is really all about neuroplasticity and I’ve talked about it before on the podcast. This podcast loves neuroscience and Iearning HOW the brain works and understanding that neuroscience validates how our brains can actually be rewired is so powerful. Key #1:
- Every time we learn, our brains form, strengthen, or connect neural pathways. We need to replace the idea that learning ability is fixed, with the recognition that we are all on a growth journey.
For me, learning the neuroscience is what helped build the foundation in self-belief. Believing that it’s possible to change a negative habit pattern like drinking is easier to believe if our brains are capable of changing.
Key #2 The times when we are struggling and making mistakes are the best time for brain growt