Rockwell Kent, doing much with very little
There is a rare time of day when I feel at the peak of my abilities. My body is energized, my spirit is calm, and my mind is focused like a laser beam. I don't reach my peak state during a refreshing sleep or a quiet night. Instead, I achieve it by breaking a sweat with mace or kettlebell workouts and then alternating between hot and cold showers. According to Stanford neuroscientist Andrew Huberman, an ice shower can increase dopamine levels as much as nicotine, and the effects last even longer [1].
It's amazing that such a simple button exists to switch the body into turbo mode. Fortunately, there is plenty of ice water available everywhere you go. Water can have a profound effect, whether it's providing a sense of Nirvana or causing pneumonia. It all comes down to the right dose and attitude. The cold should be manageable but uncomfortable, much like a session of psychotherapy. And a voluntary mindset can eliminate the seemingly insurmountable barrier.
I'm continuously reminded that everything we need is right at our fingertips. For example, an entrepreneur might struggle with a problem for years, but one conversation can transform it into a gift. The co-founders' conflict disappears when the false assumption that fuelled it is removed. A company can avoid the need for expensive venture capital if customers are willing to pay a premium for its products. These examples are countless, and they underscore the main fact that I cannot deny. It's not about the impasse that we face but rather the opportunities that we (don't) see.
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