Jamie Wheal
Jamie Wheal is a performance expert, author, and founder of the Flow Genome Project, an organization dedicated to optimizing human performance through science and adventure. He co-authored Stealing Fire with Steven Kotler, which explores how elite performers—from Silicon Valley executives to Navy SEALs—use altered states of consciousness to achieve breakthrough success. Wheal’s work blends neuroscience, psychology, and cultural history to examine how humans can achieve flow states, creativity, and transformative experiences. His solo work, Recapture the Rapture, continues this exploration with a focus on meaning-making in a rapidly changing world, offering frameworks for deep connection and self-transcendence.
In 'Stealing Fire' by Steven Kotler, readers are taken on a profound journey exploring how Silicon Valley innovators, Navy SEALs, and visionary scientists are reshaping our understanding of human potential and performance. Through captivating storytelling, Kotler delves into the worlds of peak performance, altered states of consciousness, and the pursuit of ecstasis, offering insights on how these realms intersect to drive creativity and productivity in our lives and workplaces. By shedding light on cutting-edge techniques and technologies, the book challenges conventional thinking and inspires readers to tap into their untapped capabilities. 'Stealing Fire' is a compelling exploration of the frontiers of human achievement and a testament to the power of pushing boundaries.