What do real people say about mental performance?
24 people recorded interviews about mental performance across 1 organisations. 3 of them mentioned improved mood, anxiety or stress in their own words. The most common timeframe people described was over a year. Every figure below is a count of what people said in their recorded interview — not a clinical trial or a survey.
First-hand accounts from people who talked about mental performance in their recorded interview.
Individual results vary. This is one customer's first-hand account of their own experience, recorded on camera and published unedited. It is not medical advice, and nothing here is intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any condition. Talk to a qualified healthcare professional before making decisions about your health.
What people said changed
Counts of interviews where the person described this in their own words.
- Mood & stress3 of 24 mentioned it
“Like, a lot more calm less angry, which is, kind of, how I started off this training.”Joanne Yammine
- Better systems3 of 24 mentioned it
“Because it's only when I invest in myself that I can actually be better to others and I think it's just going to be the consistency so I love that reset process.”Joanne Yammine
- Confidence3 of 24 mentioned it
“It's just a matter of focusing and really trusting myself, trusting the people that assisted me here at 40 Years of Zen and knowing that it's okay to not be perfect if I just dedicate myself to doing this the outcome…”Hitomi Hiramo
- Family & relationships2 of 24 mentioned it
“Moving forward, I am most excited about how I think my relationship with my wife will improve immensely.”Marc Chu
- More energy2 of 24 mentioned it
“There was an energy and understanding that I was bringing to relationships that was having me attract was to say like less than ideal partners and that feels shifted a lot and also the way that I interact in those par…”Blake Kingsbury
- Digestion1 of 24 mentioned it
“They were in the same position as I was and they did a great job, telling some stories more gut-wrenching than mine.”Oleg Ivanov
- Team & hiring1 of 24 mentioned it
“I think I'm going to be - oh geez, happily married with really great relationships at home, at work, kick-ass sort of team at work because I'm going to be a better leader and a better teammate.”Joanne Yammine
- Felt supported1 of 24 mentioned it
“I watched a lot of testimonials and heard I spoke to a lot of people who have gone through this program.”Robert Lobo
How long it took
- Over a year · 8
Stories in this topic
Showing 12 of 24 interviews.
- 40 Years of ZenWatchOvercoming deep-seated shame and dismantling ego to achieve radical self-honestyMia Medicus achieved a profound psychological shift at 40 Years of Zen, reporting a complete conviction that she no longer has the limitations she once feared. By dismantling layers of ego and reconnecting inner selves, she successfully let go of shame, gaini…Mia Medicus · 40 Years of Zen
- 40 Years of ZenWatchOleg Ivanov Achieves Emotional Balance and Self-Forgiveness Through Intensive Personal ResetsOleg Ivanov experienced a profound emotional shift at 40 Years of Zen by setting four specific intentions: becoming forgiving, empathetic, balanced, and free of fears. Through a week of intensive work and peer resets, he moved past ego-driven resistance to id…Oleg Ivanov · 40 Years of Zen
- 40 Years of ZenWatchAchieving emotional neutrality and improved leadership through deep self-reflection and resetsJoanne Yammine, reviewing 40 Years of Zen, achieved a significant breakthrough in emotional intelligence and leadership. By utilizing the program's 'reset process,' she transitioned from being easily triggered and angry to maintaining a neutral state. This sh…Joanne Yammine · 40 Years of Zen
- 40 Years of ZenWatchTransitioning from Manual Labor to Sales and Consulting Through Enhanced Mental ClarityDarryl Lind utilized 40 Years of Zen to shift his professional perspective from manual construction labor to sales and consulting. By accessing 'dream mode,' Lind realized he could set high expectations and act on them, ultimately aiming to reclaim time for h…Darryl Lind · 40 Years of Zen
- 40 Years of ZenWatchDeep Subconscious Shifts Leading to Increased Confidence and Professional GrowthWill Bernard describes 40 Years of Zen as a special experience for deep subconscious work. After one week, he reported increased confidence, a commitment to showing up with gratitude, and a playful perspective on life. He feels better equipped to lead his gro…Will Bernard · 40 Years of Zen
- 40 Years of ZenWatchOvercoming Fear and Limits to Release Personal Power and PotentialYanin Rivera, at 40 Years of Zen, reported a significant transformation by overcoming the fear and limits that previously held her back. By finding what was blocking her potential, she was able to release her inner power and return to activities she had stopp…Yanin Rivera · 40 Years of Zen
- 40 Years of ZenWatchAchieving New Confidence and Healing Past Circumstances Through a Five Day SessionStewart Richards describes his experience at 40 Years of Zen as a transformative five-day span where he shed past burdens and gained new confidence. By utilizing specific tools and speaking his truth, Richards achieved a state of healing regarding past circum…Stewart Richards · 40 Years of Zen
- 40 Years of ZenWatchStreamlining Brain Function for Improved Professional Effectiveness and Personal Well-beingHitomi Hiramo reports that 40 Years of Zen streamlined her brain to improve professional effectiveness and personal relationships. By completing daunting mental tasks, supplements, and pod exercises, she achieved a tangible sense of well-being. She notes the…Hitomi Hiramo · 40 Years of Zen
- 40 Years of ZenWatchA profound transformation rocking two decades of self-development and growthRachel Brooks Smith describes 40 Years of Zen as one of the most profound experiences of her life, surpassing two decades of workshops, coaching, and retreats. Despite the challenging nature of the program, she reports that her entire being and world feel dif…Rachel Brooks Smith · 40 Years of Zen
- 40 Years of ZenWatchRobert Lobo Smashes Through Life Barriers to Achieve Greater Life SatisfactionRobert Lobo, reviewing 40 Years of Zen, reported smashing through lifelong barriers he previously thought were permanent. He achieved a significant increase in life satisfaction and a clearer path toward his goals. Lobo noted the results were greatly more tha…Robert Lobo · 40 Years of Zen
- 40 Years of ZenWatchAccelerated trauma processing and perspective shifts equivalent to twenty years of therapyDaniella Penhaskashi reports that 40 Years of Zen delivered a fast-forward version of brain processing, achieving shifts in one week that surpassed twenty years of traditional therapy. By incorporating the brain into the emotional process, she gained new ener…Daniella Penhaskashi · 40 Years of Zen
- 40 Years of ZenWatchAchieving Peace With the Past and Upgraded Personal and Professional PerformanceFranko Morales describes 40 Years of Zen as a life-changing experience that delivered upgraded levels for his personal and professional life. By participating in the program for a second time, Morales achieved peace with his past and a positive perspective, c…Franko Morales · 40 Years of Zen
What people were sceptical about first
- “If there were any objections, it was fear of not committing to work, or a hesitation to dive into your own consciousness, and maybe even fear of what lurks beneath. Both my wife and I, our curiosities overrode any of those objections.”Varun Adibhatla
- “Julia Carlson initially felt hesitant because the cost felt like a 'big investment.' However, she decided to proceed because she views herself as her best investment and concluded that the 'system upgrade' and wisdom gained were worth it.”Julia Carlson
- “Jane Ortiz admitted she had hesitations because of the price tag, which she noted is not the cheapest option available. However, she concluded it was a great investment in herself because the level of transformative change she achieved was something she previ…”Jane Ortiz
Frequently asked
- Can I overcome deep-seated shame through neurofeedback?
- Yes, Mia Medicus reported that during her time in the pods, she reached a point where she was ready to let go of shame entirely, stating it no longer had a place in her life. She found empowerment by reconnecting her inner selves at different ages and choosing to live fully for them. — Mia Medicus
- Will 40 Years of Zen help me if I'm already in therapy?
- Mia Medicus had already been working through themes in therapy before attending. She found that the experience provided a moment of complete conviction that nothing was wrong with her and that she lacked the limitations she previously worried about. — Mia Medicus
- How does 40 Years of Zen affect emotional reactions?
- Mia Medicus described a newfound sense of freedom where she no longer feels the need to react to everything around her. She realized she is in charge of how she acts and reacts, regardless of how it is perceived by others. — Mia Medicus
- Is the work at 40 Years of Zen uncomfortable?
- Yes, Oleg Ivanov noted that the process involves significant discomfort and openness in front of strangers, which he believes is why the specific scope of work isn't fully advertised upfront. — Oleg Ivanov
- What kind of personal goals can you set at 40 Years of Zen?
- Oleg Ivanov set four specific intentions for his week: to be forgiving, empathetic, free of fears, and balanced, which guided his daily work. — Oleg Ivanov
- Will I have to share my personal stories with others?
- According to Oleg Ivanov, the program involves sharing gut-wrenching stories and performing resets with other participants, which he found to be the hardest but most magical part of the experience. — Oleg Ivanov