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What does the prefrontal cortex do in the brain? How is it connected to your emotions and behaviors? One of the regions of your brain is your prefrontal cortex. Psychiatrist and brain health expert Daniel G. Amen explains its vital functions in his book Change Your Brain, Change Your Life. Continue reading to learn what the prefrontal cortex does in the brain.
What’s the problem with logic? What do people value more than things? Why should businesses ignore what their customers say? In Alchemy, Rory Sutherland suggests that, to solve economic and political problems, we should leverage people’s illogical—and even magical—ways of thinking. If business and political leaders can better understand the human psyche, they can use it to tackle the issues of the modern world. Read more for several Rory Sutherland quotes from Alchemy that will give you a good sense of the book.
What does the anterior cingulate gyrus do? What does it have to do with decision-making and conflict resolution? Most people have never heard of the anterior cingulate gyrus, but they use it all the time. This part of your brain helps you think more effectively. Dr. Daniel G. Amen explains its role in his book Change Your Brain, Change Your Life. Keep reading to learn what the anterior cingulate gyrus does in your everyday life.
Would you like to influence people more effectively? Have you found that reason and facts don’t always do the job? According to Rory Sutherland, we should harness unconscious logic if we want to persuade people and influence their behavior. His insights and advice are valuable for business leaders, marketers, policymakers, parents, and anyone who seeks to influence others. Keep reading to understand the power of unconscious logic and learn how to persuade others by tapping into it.
Do you get stuck in negative thought patterns? Do you have compulsive behaviors you’d like to break free from? Psychiatrist and brain health expert Daniel G. Amen believes that you can change your life if you change your brain. He matches health and psychological problems with brain dysfunctions and offers solutions. He links being stuck in negative thoughts and behaviors with anterior cingulate gyrus dysfunction. Continue reading to learn how to get unstuck by addressing this part of your brain.
What are the functions of the temporal lobes? Why are they so important? Your brain is a remarkable organ. Various regions work together to allow you to function from moment to moment. The temporal lobes contribute to this overall function in the areas of language comprehension and memory recall. Read more to learn about the functions of the temporal lobes, as described by psychiatrist and brain health expert Daniel G. Amen.
Do you sometimes have trouble recognizing people or finding words? Are you hypersensitive? Why should you hum (even when you know the words)? In his book Change Your Brain, Change Your Life, brain health expert Dr. Daniel G. Amen discusses cognitive and psychological symptoms and links them to dysfunctions in various parts of the brain. One of these is temporal lobe dysfunction, and he lays out several symptoms and remedies. Continue reading to learn some of the signs of temporal lobe dysfunction and ways to optimize your health in this area.
What do you think of death? Is it something to be feared? What preparations should you make? Someday, you’re going to die. This is an obvious, unavoidable fact of life. Yet, author Sadhguru points out that almost everyone in modern society has implicitly agreed to ignore it. This reluctance to acknowledge death leads to enormous and unnecessary suffering. Continue reading for a comprehensive overview of Sadhguru’s Death: An Inside Story.
How does a healthy body contribute to a healthy brain? What do your social life and spiritual beliefs have to do with your brain health? According to Dr. Amen in Change Your Brain, Change Your Life, brain health plans require a holistic approach that addresses biological, psychological, social, and spiritual factors. He explains that these four tiers interdependently influence your overall health—and, by extension, your brain health and function. Read more to learn about Dr. Amen’s four-tiered approach to brain health.
What are the parts of the self? Are they mortal or immortal? When you die, only one part of you dies. And, that part isn’t really you. That’s the view of Sadhguru, a spiritual teacher based in India. In his book Death: An Inside Story, he explains his concept of the self and its components. Keep reading to learn about the two parts of the self and why Sadhguru’s perspective might give you some encouragement.