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Your Brain at Work
The Storytelling Machine: How Our Brains Create our Reality
Mar 11, 2021
Renowned neuroscientist Dr. Lisa Feldman Barrett discusses the brain's role in shaping our reality and behavior. Topics covered include the construction of emotions, the impact of the virtual world on synchronization, challenges in virtual communication, the power of synchronization and communication, and the significance of a rich vocabulary for creating meaning and self-awareness.
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- Our brains create a story about the world and people around us, influenced by our identity.
- Understanding the process of emotion construction helps us develop more control over our emotions.
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Key Point 1: Your brain tells a story shaped by your identity
Your brain receives information through electrical activity and chemical signals, creating a story about the world and people around us. This story is shaped and shaded by our identity, influencing how we interact and make decisions.
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