Brain Science: Neuroscience, Behavior
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The fundamentals of being human
Brain Science: Neuroscience, Behavior
08/06/19 • 46 min
In this inaugural episode, Mireille and Adam explore what it means to be human at the most basic level. Our goal is to explore the inner-workings of the human brain to better understand our humanity. What are we capable of? What are the common experiences of life we all share? We start by asking the question, “what are the fundamentals of being human?”
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Designed to feel
As humans, we are fundamentally designed to feel. Feelings aren’t facts but they are feedback. When we can consider our feelings in conjunction with other data, we’re apt to make wiser decisions. Whether our feelings or they don’t, they’re still feedback.
- We have a complex brain, a mind, and relationships (brainstem: the Reptile brain + limbic system: the mammalian brain and the neocortex: the Human brain.
- We have emotions.
- We are energy-based beings (electrical current makes us tick). Neurons that fire together, wire together.
a. Where attention, energy flows—we feed whatever it is we focus on. Happiness/changes in how feel can be modified in part by what we choose to focus on. Example - getting a job.
b. Dan Siegel says it like this “Where attention goes, neuro firing flows, and neuro connections grow.”
Designed to connect
As humans, we are fundamentally designed to connect and be connected with others. When we don’t have a community wherein we can be our authentic selves, we’re apt to struggle more than we would without them.
- Is connection or touch with other humans required?
- Attachment is 100% learned - it is not genetically determined. That brings hope because we can modify our relationship as we, too, change.
We all struggle
As humans, we do not get the option to opt out the struggle. We may not be able to pick our struggles, but, nonetheless we all struggle.
Adam says “Admit the struggle. Identify the lie. Seek the truth.”
As it relates to coping, the value of naming our struggles is so important. It involves more aspects of the brain when we put words to our struggles so that we’re better able to cope.
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Your brain on burnout
Brain Science: Neuroscience, Behavior
12/20/22 • 47 min
We’re back! This is from our “lost episodes” — This is your brain...and this is your brain on burnout, any questions? OK, but seriously, burnout effects everyone, even if they/you don’t admit it. Burnout is a state of physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion caused by prolonged stress. It can affect ANYONE, but it is especially common among high-performers who push themselves to the limit. In this episode, we dive into the latest research on burnout and its effects on the brain, as well as offer practical advice for preventing and managing burnout. If you’re heading into 2023 feeling overwhelmed and drained, this episode is for you.
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- Burnout and the Brain
- Alexandra Michel, MPH on Twitter
- Are you headed towards burnout?
- Simple Burnout Triage
- Brain Science #30: I’m just so stressed
- Recovering from burnout
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What does it mean to be Indistractible?
Brain Science: Neuroscience, Behavior
08/17/20 • 48 min
Distractions will always exist – managing them is our responsibility. We often talk about the need for new information in order to change the old patterns of our brain. One of the best ways we can do this is through reading good books. In this episode, Mireille and Adam discuss the highlights of Nir Eyal’s book, Indistractible – how to control your attention and choose your life. In his book, Nir highlights this clear connection between people’s distraction and its relationship to psychological discomfort, otherwise known as pain. He says, “all behaviors, whether they tend toward traction or distraction are prompted by triggers, internal or external. When we learn how to recognize these “triggers,” there is opportunity for change. And changing in the direction that you desire, as based on what you value, is key to having the life you want to live.
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- Nir Eyal’s website
- Indistractable: How to Control Your Attention and Choose Your Life
- How to Control Your Attention and Choose Your Life — Nir Eyal @ RSA Events
- Check out The Boring Conference
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The Neuroscience of touch
Brain Science: Neuroscience, Behavior
06/13/20 • 48 min
How much do you focus on your sense of touch? Have you ever considered how or why this sense is so critical to our lives and how we manage ourselves? In this episode, Mireille and Adam discuss the neurophysiological underpinnings of our sense of touch and how our brains process these sensory experiences. According to David Linden, Ph.D., Professor of Neuroscience at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, “The sense of touch is intrinsically emotional.”
Not only is touch relevant to our emotional experience, but it is a foundational aspect of the development of our nervous system and it impacts how we manage stress and respond to pain. It isn’t surprising then to consider that touch is also extremely relevant to our relationships as we are apt to feel more connected to those with whom we engage in touch.
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- The Power of Touch
- Harlow’s Classic Studies Revealed the Importance of Maternal Contact
- Touch: The Science of Hand, Heart, and Mind (book)
- The Neuroscience of Touch and Pain
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Step away to get unstuck
Brain Science: Neuroscience, Behavior
05/14/20 • 42 min
In this episode, Mireille and Adam talk through the challenge of problem solving. It’s all to common to utilize the “try harder” approach when things aren’t working out the way you’d like. While that kind of effort is valuable, this approach is often wrought with further frustration, wasted time and less than desirable results. This episode offers you an alternative perspective and ways that you can practice getting unstuck and utilize more of the resources of your unconscious mind.
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- A neuroscience approach to innovative thinking and problem solving - this covers the research and study from Corinne Canter and Dr Trisha Stratford
- Freud and the Unconscious Mind
- Brainwave Basics
- The Pomodoro Technique created by Francesco Cirillo
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Developing a mental framework
Brain Science: Neuroscience, Behavior
04/17/20 • 39 min
The quality of your thinking depends on your mental framework. To become a better thinker you need to have an understanding of this mental framework and how you view the world. But, what exactly is a mental framework? How have we all been programmed throughout our lives? In what ways have you been programed that you like, don’t like, or want to change? Join us as we explore and examine the key components of developing a mental framework.
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- Classical conditioning
- That Discomfort You’re Feeling Is Grief
- The Danger of Absolute Thinking Is Absolutely Clear
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Managing our mental health
Brain Science: Neuroscience, Behavior
11/21/19 • 50 min
Mireille and Adam discuss key aspects of mental health and what it looks like to manage our own mental well-being. What are the key ingredients to managing it? How do our relationships and boundaries impact it? Are sleep, food, and activity really that important? We talk through these questions and more to better understand mental health and the ways in which we contribute to our well being.
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Mental health is a system issue — if one aspect isn’t working well, it impacts the system as a whole. Similar to that of a symphony, we, as individuals, work better when we acknowledge and allow all of our systems to work together. When key ingredients that contribute to our mental health are depreciated, we can expect that other aspects of our lives will be influenced as well. Mental health is variable. Just like our physical health, the knowledge base we have is always in flux. We never stop managing our mental health just like we don’t stop managing our money, health, relationships, etc. Remembering that there are always “knowns” and “unknowns” when we talk about health will help us better apply what we know about these things to us as individuals.
Key ingredients for mental health
Below are some key ingredients that impact our mental health.
Managing our physical bodySleep, food, and activity are critical — as are the rhythms of each of these.
- Sleep - at least 7 hours; 8 is better
- Food - this is variable for all bodies. Food is fuel and without food (fat, protein, carbohydrates and fiber) our bodies don’t “move” in the same way
- Activity - We need to exercise. We need to move around. Movement helps to “discharge” the negative and input the positive. It’s an exchange base.
As we’ve discussed previously, we fare better when we’ve got good social relationships and boundaries too. Boundaries involve consideration of our resources and the allocation involved in these. What are you committed to in terms of work responsibilities, home, relationships and relational demands, and stressors in general?
- Constraints are a good thing
- Boundaries provide clarity in terms of the expectations between you and others
- These are particularly helpful for kids and teenagers
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Your choice is your superpower
Brain Science: Neuroscience, Behavior
03/06/20 • 43 min
Mireille and Adam discuss the power of choice as it relates to our locus of control, decision making, and the changes we want to make in our lives. Emotions play a role in decision making as do our values and the perceived payout. When we are aware of the choices we make, we have the capacity to change them and henceforth, the direction of our lives, and the way we feel.
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- Who Moved my Cheese?
- Thinking, Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman — this review on NY Times was interesting to read
- The riddle of experience vs. memory by Daniel Kahneman from the TED Conference
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Humans and habits
Brain Science: Neuroscience, Behavior
09/27/19 • 49 min
Mireille and Adam explore the habit loop, the role of environment as a cue, behavior change, the role of dopamine, willpower as a finite resource, and the impact of social influences on habits.
As with any change, we need to collect data. Instead of trying to change a habit right away, treat yourself like a scientist in a data gathering stage and experiment with different rewards to better understand your habit loops. Making and breaking a habit is different for everyone.
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Key takeaways:
- Take stock of your resources
- Look at the context of your own life
- How does this benefit myself and my team/my board?
- Accountability — who’s on your team?
Links:
Book recommendations:
- The Power of Habit
- Atomic Habits
- Essentialism - The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg McKeown (Adam’s favorite chapter is “Protect the asset”)
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It all begins with empathy
Brain Science: Neuroscience, Behavior
08/06/20 • 46 min
Have you heard the phrase, “Put yourself in their shoes?” In this episode, the conversation focuses on the “HOW” and why it all begins with empathy. Empathy is the key that enables access to another person’s perspective and emotional state. It is also a fundamental aspect of building and sustaining relationships with others. The fascinating thing is that there are 3 types of empathy: cognitive, social, and empathic concern. Plus there’s a counterpart component called compassion that moves us to take action.
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- Brené Brown on Empathy vs. Sympathy
- Three Kinds of Empathy: Cognitive, Emotional, Compassionate by Daniel Goleman
- A Look in the Mirror Neuron: Empathy and Addiction
- Brain Science #6: Respect, empathy, and compassion ~ living and being beside others
- How to build a generative engineering culture
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How many episodes does Brain Science: Neuroscience, Behavior have?
Brain Science: Neuroscience, Behavior currently has 66 episodes available.
What topics does Brain Science: Neuroscience, Behavior cover?
The podcast is about Self Improvement, Neuroscience, Psychology, How To, Self Help, Podcasts, Technology, Education and Brain Science.
What is the most popular episode on Brain Science: Neuroscience, Behavior?
The episode title 'The fundamentals of being human' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Brain Science: Neuroscience, Behavior?
The average episode length on Brain Science: Neuroscience, Behavior is 50 minutes.
How often are episodes of Brain Science: Neuroscience, Behavior released?
Episodes of Brain Science: Neuroscience, Behavior are typically released every 4 days, 21 hours.
When was the first episode of Brain Science: Neuroscience, Behavior?
The first episode of Brain Science: Neuroscience, Behavior was released on Aug 6, 2019.
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