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The Science of Self | Personal Development Podcast

by Peter Hollins | Personal Development Author

Looking to boost your motivation, build better habits, and improve your mental health? The Science of Self delivers research-backed personal development strategies focused on behavior change and habit formation. This podcast presents the work of Peter Hollins — researcher and bestselling author in applied psychology and human performance — narrated by Russell Newton. Each episode breaks down the science behind motivation, mental performance, and lasting behavior change into clear, actionable strategies you can use right away. New episodes every week.

Latest episodes

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BECOME ONE OF ONE | Audiobook Preview | Unlocking Hidden Solutions with Your Diverse Skill Set - Voice over Work - An Audiobook Sampler

In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of combining seemingly unrelated skills to solve complex problems. The Weekly Collision technique is introduced as a s

Oct 19
23 min

BECOME ONE OF ONE | Peter Hollins Audiobook | Chapter 6 - Voice over Work - An Audiobook Sampler

The Wright brothers’ journey to flight began with a simple letter in 1899. Wilbur wrote to the Smithsonian asking for guidance on what to read about flying machines. The

Oct 19
25 min

BECOME ONE OF ONE | Audiobook Preview | Unlocking Hidden Solutions with Your Diverse Skill Set

In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of combining seemingly unrelated skills to solve complex problems. The Weekly Collision technique is introduced as a s

Oct 19
23 min

BECOME ONE OF ONE | Peter Hollins Audiobook | Chapter 6

The Wright brothers’ journey to flight began with a simple letter in 1899. Wilbur wrote to the Smithsonian asking for guidance on what to read about flying machines. The

Oct 19
25 min

BECOME ONE OF ONE | Audiobook Preview | Chapter 4 Learning Skills: Depth vs Breadth - Know When to Stop - Voice over Work - An Audiobook Sampler

You don't have to be the best at one thing. You become rare by combining a handful of solid skills. This book lays out a four-step method for doing it: See It, Stack It,

Oct 14
24 min

BECOME ONE OF ONE | Audiobook Preview | Intro - Voice over Work - An Audiobook Sampler

You don't have to be the best at one thing. You become rare by combining a handful of solid skills. This book lays out a four-step method for doing it: See It, Stack It,

Oct 13
12 min

BECOME ONE OF ONE | Audiobook Preview | 1 - Voice over Work - An Audiobook Sampler

You don't have to be the best at one thing. You become rare by combining a handful of solid skills. This book lays out a four-step method for doing it: See It, Stack It,

Oct 13
26 min

BECOME ONE OF ONE | Audiobook Preview | 2 - Voice over Work - An Audiobook Sampler

You don't have to be the best at one thing. You become rare by combining a handful of solid skills. This book lays out a four-step method for doing it: See It, Stack It,

Oct 13
24 min

BECOME ONE OF ONE | Audiobook Preview | 3 - Voice over Work - An Audiobook Sampler

You don't have to be the best at one thing. You become rare by combining a handful of solid skills. This book lays out a four-step method for doing it: See It, Stack It,

Oct 13
26 min

BECOME ONE OF ONE | Audiobook Preview | 1

You don't have to be the best at one thing. You become rare by combining a handful of solid skills. This book lays out a four-step method for doing it: See It, Stack It,

Oct 13
26 min

BECOME ONE OF ONE | Audiobook Preview | 2

You don't have to be the best at one thing. You become rare by combining a handful of solid skills. This book lays out a four-step method for doing it: See It, Stack It,

Oct 13
24 min

BECOME ONE OF ONE | Audiobook Preview | 3

You don't have to be the best at one thing. You become rare by combining a handful of solid skills. This book lays out a four-step method for doing it: See It, Stack It,

Oct 13
26 min

BECOME ONE OF ONE | Audiobook Preview | Intro

You don't have to be the best at one thing. You become rare by combining a handful of solid skills. This book lays out a four-step method for doing it: See It, Stack It,

Oct 13
12 min

Why Your Plans Keep Failing (And the One Structural Fix That Actually Works)

The if-then plan isn't just about breaking bad habits—it's the foundation of a personal operating system that runs your daily routine without depleting willpower. Learn h

Oct 1
28 min

Why Mixing Up What You Study Actually Makes It Stick

Interleaving practice—mixing related concepts instead of drilling one at a time—produces better learning efficiency and retention than traditional study methods. Peter Ho

Sep 9
32 min

Why Taking Breaks Before You're Tired Makes You Sharper

Peter Hollins explains how cognitive micro breaks can reset your focus and enhance mental performance before mental fatigue sets in. Learn the neuroscience behind task sw

Sep 4
11 min

The Note-Taking Method That Actually Works for Hard Material

Peter Hollins breaks down the QEC method—a powerful note taking system for mastering complex subjects. By formulating questions, gathering evidence, and drawing conclusio

Aug 28
8 min

Why Forgetting Is Actually Making You Smarter

Why does cramming fail while spacing works? Spaced repetition learning leverages the spacing effect to strengthen synaptic connections through retrieval practice—forcing

Aug 11
32 min

Why Your Schedule Keeps Failing (And What Time Blocking Actually Fixes)

00:00:57 Chapter 3: Work With the Time Blocking Method 00:04:42 Block Your Recurring Activities First 00:06:58 Theme Your Day to Reduce Switching 00:11:30 Block You

Jul 2
14 min

The 1-3-5 Rule: Prioritize 1 Big Task, 3 Mediums, 5 Small Ones Daily

00:00:49 Separate Tasks Based on Importance 00:04:39 Identify Your One Big Task 00:07:14 Plan Your Three Medium Tasks 00:09:27 Select Five Small Tasks 00:13:45 He

Jun 23
14 min

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