In this book, Jill Bolte Taylor recounts her experience of having a massive stroke in her left hemisphere at the age of 37. With her background in neuroscience, she was able to observe the progressive breakdown of her brain functions and later detail her eight-year recovery process. The book explores the duality between the logical left brain and the intuitive right brain, and it provides valuable information on recognizing stroke symptoms, the importance of caregiver attitude, and the brain's plasticity and resilience. Taylor's story is both a personal memoir and a guide for those affected by brain injury, emphasizing the potential for inner peace and recovery.
In "Whole Brain Living," Jill Bolte Taylor expands on her previous work by introducing a framework for understanding the four distinct characters within the brain. She explains how these characters—two from the left hemisphere and two from the right—influence our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Taylor provides practical strategies for integrating these characters to achieve greater self-awareness and emotional regulation. The book emphasizes the importance of understanding the brain's structure to improve mental well-being. It offers a unique blend of neuroscience and self-help, empowering readers to take control of their mental and emotional states.
The Truth About How Your Brain Really Works You NEVER Knew!
The Neuroscience Secret to Feeling Stress Free and Increasing Your Intuition!
You’ve heard the myth: left brain = logic, right brain = emotions. BUT WHAT IF EVERYTHING YOU KNOW IS WRONG?
Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor, renowned Harvard neuroanatomist and author of My Stroke of Insight and Whole Brain Living, is here to DESTROY this misconception and reveal how understanding the full power of your brain can TRANSFORM your life!
Dr. Taylor shares her incredible insights after suffering a life-threatening brain hemorrhage & stroke, which not only led her to become the expert in how our brains shape our perception, emotions, and reality, but also changed her perception of life and death forever. Find out how the 4 different characters of the brain control your actions, thoughts, and relationships – and how you can take CONTROL over your emotions and mental state.
Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor also breaks down:
- How trauma, pain, and even ruminating thoughts are all connected to your brain's wiring and how YOU can fix it
- Why cruelty might just be a reflection of someone's inner trauma – and how to heal from it
- The secret to unlocking more joy and awe in your life (your brain is wired for it!)
- How meditation, gratitude, and physical awareness can bring you back to the present moment & into deeper harmony with yourself.
- Tips on how to move past your emotional triggers, address cravings, and even tap into alternate energy frequencies to shift your mindset
- Her take on psychedelics and their connection to the rise of schizophrenia
This is an episode that will leave you questioning EVERYTHING you thought you knew about your brain, your emotions, and your life. TUNE IN to MBB today!!
Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor's Books:
- Whole Brain Living: https://www.drjilltaylor.com/whole-brain-living/
- My Stroke of Insight: https://www.drjilltaylor.com/my-stroke-of-insight/
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