Sign up to receive Peter's email newsletter: https://bit.ly/4c602k2 Original release date: 4/6/20 In this episode, originally recorded to be the 100th episode of The Drive, Peter discusses topics that he has changed his mind about since starting the podcast as a result of preparing for interviews as well as from the actual conversations. Peter also reviews some of his favorite moments from the first 99 episodes, shares what books he’s currently reading, and much more. Initially scheduled to be released as episode 100, this was delayed due to recent podcasts covering COVID-19. We discuss: -Definition of “strong convictions loosely held”, and the value in trying to shoot down your own hypotheses [2:20]; -Metformin—How Peter’s strong convictions have changed since 2018 [8:00]; -Getting a dog—Why Peter caved and how it’s going so far [15:45]; -Rapamycin—How Peter’s feelings have evolved, and the questions still needing to be answered [20:45]; -Archery, the joy of pursuing mastery, and the importance of stillness [26:50]; -Zone 2 training—Why Peter has made it a big component of his exercise regimen [37:30]; Deadlifts—Why Peter now believes it’s extremely beneficial to longevity when done properly [41:45]; -Read any good books lately? [50:00]; -Baby aspirin for preventing blood clotting—Why Peter no longer takes it, and a few alternative options [53:15]; -Generic drugs—How and why Peter’s mind has shifted on generic drugs [55:45]; -Omega-3 fatty acids, EPA and DHA—How Peter’s long-held views have changed [58:15]; -How Peter got better at saying “no” [1:02:30]; -Does Peter have any favorite episodes of The Drive? [1:07:15]; and -More. Show notes page: https://peterattiamd.com/strong-convictions-loosely-held/ -------- About: The Peter Attia Drive is a weekly, ultra-deep-dive podcast focusing on maximizing health, longevity, critical thinking…and a few other things. With over 30 million episodes downloaded, it features topics including fasting, ketosis, Alzheimer’s disease, cancer, mental health, and much more. Peter is a physician focusing on the applied science of longevity. His practice deals extensively with nutritional interventions, exercise physiology, sleep physiology, emotional and mental health, and pharmacology to increase lifespan (delay the onset of chronic disease), while simultaneously improving healthspan (quality of life). Learn more: https://peterattiamd.com Subscribe to receive exclusive subscriber-only content: https://peterattiamd.com/subscribe Sign up to receive Peter's email newsletter: https://peterattiamd.com/newsletter Connect with Peter on: Facebook: http://bit.ly/PeterAttiaMDFB Twitter: http://bit.ly/PeterAttiaMDTW Instagram: http://bit.ly/PeterAttiaMDIG Subscribe to The Drive: Apple Podcast: http://bit.ly/TheDriveApplePodcasts Overcast: http://bit.ly/TheDriveOvercast Spotify: http://bit.ly/TheDriveSpotify Google Podcasts: http://bit.ly/TheDriveGoogle