543: R. Douglas Fields | Understanding Why We Snap
The Jordan Harbinger Show
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Instincts Under Pressure
This chapter recounts a personal experience of being robbed in Barcelona, leading to a spontaneous, instinctive response from the speaker. As a neuroscientist, they explore the neurocircuitry behind aggressive reactions and articulate the evolutionary underpinnings of human instincts in high-stress situations. Through personal anecdotes and scientific inquiry, the discussion highlights the interplay between instinctual aggression and rational thought, emphasizing the complexities of human behavior in the face of danger.
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