 Issue #71 I July 24, 2025  Photography by Hayden Williams   Welcome to The Mindset by Super Age. This week, we’re exploring places where people don’t just live long, they live connected, purpose-filled, healthy lives. We’re also dipping our toes into the science of flow state, that magical space where time slows and innovation happens. We look at what flow state actually is, why it matters for longevity, and how to train yourself to enter it more often. You’ll also find new research on everyday ingredients that may be messing with your hunger signals, plus, we’re sharing a meditation on awe, to slow down, connect and heal our bodies. Let's dive in.   You’ve felt it before, that immersive state where you lose track of time, distractions vanish, and your creativity ignites. That’s flow. But it’s not just for athletes and artists. Flow state is one of the most powerful, repeatable drivers of peak performance, emotional resilience, and long-term vitality. And research shows, flow isn’t random, it’s trainable. We break down the neuroscience of flow, how it affects your brain and body, and seven science-backed ways to access flow more often in your daily life.   Marketers want us to think “zero sugar” means zero consequence. But the artificial sweeteners they add to all of our foods add up, and the consequences aren’t good. A study in Nature Metabolism found that sucralose, a common sweetener in sugar-free foods and drinks, may confuse your brain’s hunger signals, especially in women and people living with obesity. The findings: Instead of satisfying your sweet tooth, sucralose can increase appetite by delivering flavor without fuel, disrupting brain regions tied to satiety and reward, and possibly causing your body to store more fat, regardless of the number of calories you take in. We take a look at where artificial sweeteners are hiding in your foods, how these sweeteners could be sabotaging your health goals, and what to do instead.  Sponsor Spotlight: Pendulum  Protect Your Gut Barrier And Fire Up Your Metabolism. Your gut lining is your body’s frontline defender, stopping toxins and unwanted substances before they can cause harm. But stress, diet, antibiotics, and aging can weaken this barrier, letting toxins slip through, and tanking your metabolism. Pendulum Akkermansia is the first probiotic on the market featuring live Akkermansia muciniphila, a breakthrough bacterial strain shown to fortify the gut barrier, reduce permeability, and support balanced digestion, while also curbing food cravings. With 100 million active units per dose, it replenishes this essential strain that naturally declines with age. Why does this matter?
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