#92 Lisa Feldman Barrett: Balancing the Brain Budget
The Knowledge Project with Shane Parrish
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Navigating Emotions: Support and Decision-Making
This chapter explores the nuances of supporting friends and partners facing anxiety or anger, emphasizing the importance of understanding their needs for empathy versus solutions. It delves into the connection between breath, emotion, and cognition, presenting mindful breathing as a tool for emotional regulation and decision-making. The discussion reveals how emotions and rational thought are not opposing forces, but rather intertwined processes that can guide individuals in making informed, value-aligned decisions.
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