Triple Point Training Deb Ajango: Emergency Preparedness
Apr 9, 2024
Deb Ajango, a wilderness medicine and risk management educator, discusses the brain's response in emergencies, the importance of realistic training, managing risks with checklists, and the impact of amygdala size on stress responses in this insightful podcast.
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Two Brains
- The brain has two parts: the old brain (inner, automated) and the new brain (outer, cognitive).
- The old brain prioritizes homeostasis and survival, while the new brain handles higher-level thinking.
Brain's Pattern Recognition
- Both parts of the brain rely on pattern recognition and habits.
- Without sufficient data, the brain fills in the blanks based on prior experiences.
Amygdala's Role
- The amygdala, part of the limbic system, identifies threats and opportunities, triggering survival responses.
- Unfamiliarity stimulates the amygdala, leading to heightened stress in new situations.