Leading Nutrition Entrepreneur: "I Thought It Was Mental Health...It Was My Brain"

In this episode, Ben chats with leading nutrition entrepreneur
and founder of Heights, Dan Murray-Serter about the link between
brain health and mental health. Dan shares how discovering
neuroplasticity changed his life, why gratitude can be a
superpower, and how ADHD and entrepreneurship often go hand in
hand. From simple daily habits to building mental resilience,
Dan’s insights reframe how we look at burnout, anxiety, and brain
fog. Dan also shares his top tips for neurodivergent
entrepreneurs trying to build sustainable success.


Disclaimer: This episode was recorded in November 2024,
and all information discussed reflects that time. 


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00:00 Introduction


1:37 Inside Dan’s Brain 


2:42 I Can’t Live Like This: Discovering Neuroplasticity


5:57 The Superpower of Gratitude: Dan’s Top Tips for Creating
Life-Changing Habits 


8:34 What Dan Has Learnt About His Brain 


10:13 Golden Advice That Changed Ben’s Perspective 


11:48 How Do You Build Mental Resilience?


13:12 Dan’s Top Two Books To Read


17:58 The Danger Of Overanalysing VS Taking Action


19:40 ADHD & Entrepreneurship: Why Are They Often Best
Friends?


22:38 Why Dan is Self-Diagnosed with ADHD


27:21 Reflecting On Childhood Through An ADHD Lens 


28:02 Cambridge University Offer VS April Fools Day


29:42 The Reality of Having a Disabled Parent


34:35 Heights: Brian Nourishing Supplements 


37:33 Why Dan Started Heights


39:11 Brain Health VS Mental Health 


43:45 How Dan’s Research Led To Heights


47:00 The Dream Neurodivergent and Neurotypical Team 


49:40 Supplements VS Pharmaceuticals


52:33 Feeling Constantly Unwell VS Simple Interventions 


53:50 Advice For Neurodivergent Entrepreneurs 


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[ADHD, Autism, Dyscalculia, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, Tourette's etc.]
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