Recommended by Brain Geek

A small, honest shelf.

Everything here, we use ourselves. Some links may be affiliate — they never change what we recommend.

Books

  • Stolen FocusJohann Hari
  • Why We SleepMatthew Walker
  • The Molecule of MoreLieberman & Long
  • Deep WorkCal Newport

Nootropics

  • Magnesium GlycinateFor sleep & calm
  • L-TheanineSmooth focus with caffeine
  • Omega-3 EPA/DHAMembrane health
  • Creatine MonohydrateUnderrated cognition aid

Apps

  • OpalBlock distractions on the phone
  • AnkiSpaced repetition done right
  • BearBeautiful, frictionless notes

Audio & Focus

  • Brain.fmFunctional music for focus
  • AirPods ProActive noise cancelling

Sleep & Recovery

  • Eight Sleep PodThermal sleep system
  • Manta Sleep MaskTotal blackout, zero pressure