Your Brain On Climate
Psychogeography, with Philippa Holloway
Feb 21, 2022
Dr. Philippa Holloway, an expert in psychogeography and exploring unconventional places, joins the host to discuss the impact of our environment on our emotions. They explore the rich history and meanings within the Chernobyl exclusion zone, the concept of psychogeography, and how our surroundings shape our behavior and actions. They also discuss the upcoming release of Philippa's novel, 'The Half Life of Snails', which explores the legacy of Chernobyl and its effects on people's behaviors and emotions.
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- Our environment plays a significant role in shaping our emotions, behaviors, and well-being, and by consciously de-familiarizing familiar surroundings, we can identify what is not working and make changes for the better.
- Psychogeography is a conscious study of how place influences our behavior and emotions, highlighting the importance of reconnecting with our local areas and landscapes, noticing the details, and making small changes to our daily behaviors in order to have a positive impact.
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The Influence of Environment on Behavior and Well-being
Our environment plays a significant role in shaping our emotions, behaviors, and well-being. By consciously de-familiarizing familiar surroundings, we can identify what is not working and make changes for the better. This involves being aware of how the design of a place influences our movement and emotions, as well as recognizing our conceptual understandings and associations with specific spaces. Understanding the connection between our environment and our experiences can help us make positive changes and appreciate the impact of our surroundings on our emotional and physical health.
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