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EMOTIONAL: Do Your Feelings Make You Smarter?

The Next Big Idea

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Understanding Emotions and Their Social Impact

This chapter explores the intricate relationship between emotions and the brain's ability to predict future threats, emphasizing the role of core affects in our emotional states. It also discusses the evolutionary significance of social emotions, such as guilt and empathy, in promoting cooperation and community among humans.

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