Stanford Root

Schedule

Stanford Root

Schedule

SOMGEN 267

Vitality and Performance Optimization in the Age of AI

UNITS:1
GRADING:Medical Option (Med-Ltr-CR/NC)
LEVEL:Graduate
GER:—

How Can We Live with Exceptional Energy in the Age of Artificial Intelligence? This course is built for individuals who want to elevate their physical, mental, social, and spiritual vitality while performing at the highest level. Students will develop a powerful set of skills focused on enhancing their long-term performance through experiential learning and evidence-based frameworks Students learn elite time-management strategies, sleep optimization, stress resilience, and methods to strengthen meaningful relationships. A defining feature of the course is the creation of a personal Vitality Action Plan. The goal is to align one's values, goals, and aspirations with demanding careers and complex lives Students consistently rank the elite guest speakers as a course highlight. This year features the former commander of Navy SEAL Team Five, a world-renowned sleep physician and a Harvard Medical School professor who was an All-American athlete at Stanford. Each speaker will share candid life insights and lead small-group discussions on the eight pillars of vitality The course uniquely blends storytelling, expert insights, and actionable lessons to significantly enhance students' personal and professional lives. Previous students who completed the course had an SOMGEN 18% increase in their overall vitality. The curriculum was created by Dr. Allan Mishra, Adjunct Clinical Associate Professor of Orthopedic Surgery and author of Dare To Be Vital.

Syllabus for selected term:
View Spring 2027 Syllabus

Sections

1 Term
Seminar 1Open
ID: 23102
0 / 30 enrolled
DAYS:Wednesday
TIME:3:30 PM – 5:20 PM
LOCATION:TBD
INSTRUCTOR:
Kugler, John, Mishra, Allan
1unit

SOMGEN 267: Vitality and Performance Optimization in the Age of AI

1 units · Medical Option (Med-Ltr-CR/NC)

How Can We Live with Exceptional Energy in the Age of Artificial Intelligence? This course is built for individuals who want to elevate their physical, mental, social, and spiritual vitality while performing at the highest level. Students will develop a powerful set of skills focused on enhancing their long-term performance through experiential learning and evidence-based frameworks Students learn elite time-management strategies, sleep optimization, stress resilience, and methods to strengthen meaningful relationships. A defining feature of the course is the creation of a personal Vitality Action Plan. The goal is to align one's values, goals, and aspirations with demanding careers and complex lives Students consistently rank the elite guest speakers as a course highlight. This year features the former commander of Navy SEAL Team Five, a world-renowned sleep physician and a Harvard Medical School professor who was an All-American athlete at Stanford. Each speaker will share candid life insights and lead small-group discussions on the eight pillars of vitality The course uniquely blends storytelling, expert insights, and actionable lessons to significantly enhance students' personal and professional lives. Previous students who completed the course had an 18% increase in their overall vitality. The curriculum was created by Dr. Allan Mishra, Adjunct Clinical Associate Professor of Orthopedic Surgery and author of Dare To Be Vital.

Offered in Spring 2027 at Stanford University.

Spring 2027 sections

  • Seminar — Wednesday 3:30 PM – 5:20 PM — Kugler, John, Mishra, Allan (Graduate)

More SOMGEN courses

  • SOMGEN 160A: Sexual Assault Prevention (FEMGEN 160A)
  • SOMGEN 160B: Sexual Assault Prevention (FEMGEN 160B)
  • SOMGEN 203: Literature and Writing for Military Affiliated Students
  • SOMGEN 206: Global Medical Issues Affecting Women (FEMGEN 206)
  • SOMGEN 213: The Art of Observation: Enhancing Clinical Skills Through Visual Analysis
  • SOMGEN 219A: Principles of Medical Education
  • SOMGEN 219B: Advances in Medical Education
  • SOMGEN 226: Narratives In Military Medicine
  • SOMGEN 227A: Career Exploration Opportunities (CEO) Internship Program Practicum
  • SOMGEN 231A: Clinical Mandarin in Practice and Application
  • SOMGEN 231B: Clinical Mandarin in Practice and Application
  • SOMGEN 299: SPRC Education Program Internship

All SOMGEN courses · All departments