RareErth Podcast

Bringing Neuroscience to the Masses: Dr. Siddharth Warrier

Jun 15, 2021

Dr. Siddharth Warrier is a seasoned neurologist and passionate content creator dedicated to making neuroscience accessible. In this engaging chat, he explores how social expectations and internet trolls impact our brains. He shares insights on optimal brain health practices and the importance of information hygiene. Warrier also delves into the complexities of habit formation and skill acquisition, proving that understanding our brain is key to happiness and personal growth. Plus, he reflects on the creative connections between medicine and poetry for a truly captivating discussion.

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Dr. Siddharth Warrier emphasizes the significance of understanding how social expectations and online interactions impact our brain's response and mental health.

He discusses the role of environmental factors in facilitating behavior change, underscoring the importance of mindful information consumption for optimal brain hygiene.

Dr. Warrier advocates for integrating creativity into medicine, highlighting how artistic pursuits can enhance the multifaceted identities of healthcare professionals.

Deep dives

Exploring the Mind of a Neurologist

Dr. Siddharth Varyar, a neurologist with nearly a decade of experience, explains his fascination with neuroscience and human behavior. His YouTube channel, 'Neuroscience is Everything', serves as a platform to explore various topics related to science and mental health, bringing diverse guest perspectives to his audience. He emphasizes the importance of understanding human behavior through a scientific lens, revealing how his passion for the brain has shaped his career choice. This connection between his professional expertise and content creation highlights the role of curiosity in his life.

Intro

2min

Navigating Multiple Identities in Neurology

4min

Creativity in Medicine

8min

From Rhymes to Rhythms: The Poetic Journey

4min

Navigating the Medical Landscape

11min

Navigating Social Media and Mental Health

15min

Navigating Gender, Neuroplasticity, and Personal Identity

17min

Books, Evolution, and Existential Reflections

4min

The Evolution of Success and Happiness

9min

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Understanding Neuroscience for Emotional Wellness

3min

Dr. Siddharth Warrier is a Neurologist with close to a decade experience. He is an MD Medicine with super specialisation DM (Neurology). He also holds his MRCP-UK degree from London.

Dr. Siddharth, off duty is an impressive Youtuber. On his channel, he explores science, mental health and human behaviour through the perspective of Neuroscience. He likes to share his enthusiasm and knowledge through his Podcasts, Instagram Live Sessions, Public Speaking and Poetry. In fact one of his poems won a special prize in the International Hippocrates Conference for Medical Poetry in London. He has also appeared on TedX explaining the Neuroscience behind learning.

In this episode, Dr. Siddharth explains:

-How our Brain functions towards social expectations and Internet trolls

-How our environment directly affects our behaviour change

-What are the optimal practices to boost Brain Health

-How consumption and elimination of information leads to Brain Hygiene and much more.

He also discusses skill acquisition and habit formation.It was an honour to have him join on the RareErth Podcast. You don't want to miss this one.

Here are few notable quotes from this conversation

"In today's world, being literate means being technically capable"

"Poetry is a play with language"

"Habits are outsourcing decision making"

"Happiness is a scam"

"Neuroscience is beautiful. Don't be harsh on your Brain"