Stealing Fire - How Silicon Valley, the Navy SEALs, and Maverick Scientists Are Revolutionizing the Way We Live and Work

by Steven Kotler, Jamie Wheal

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Book Summary

In recent years, the quest to unlock exceptional human performance has moved from the fringes of science into mainstream culture. "Stealing Fire" explores how elite performers—from Silicon Valley entrepreneurs to Navy SEALs—are leveraging altered states of consciousness to amplify creativity, accelerate learning, and solve complex problems. Steven Kotler and Jamie Wheal unravel the science, practices, and societal impacts behind this pursuit, offering a comprehensive look at how the boundaries of potential are being redefined in personal and professional spheres.

  • Altered states of consciousness are increasingly seen as tools for peak performance, not merely escapist...

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