The Art of Manliness How to Achieve Cognitive Dominance
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Nov 17, 2021 Dr. Mark McLaughlin, a practicing neurosurgeon and author of Cognitive Dominance, shares his expertise on mastering fear in high-pressure situations. He discusses how fear can paralyze us and the concept of cognitive dominance as a tool to overcome this. Mark outlines a four-quadrant model to help listeners manage stressors, breaking down emotional responses for clearer decision-making. He emphasizes transforming fear into a manageable force and highlights the importance of mentorship and Stoic philosophies in developing composure and resilience.
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Origin of Fear Exploration
- Dr. McLaughlin's fear of failing patients led him to explore extreme fear.
- He struggled balancing patient care with objective decision-making in surgery.
Fear of Freakout
- Fear of freakout includes avoidance, poor coping, and reverting to lesser self.
- Recognizing these behaviors helps identify and manage the fear response.
Cognitive Dominance Defined
- Cognitive dominance is defined as enhanced situational awareness for rapid, accurate decisions under stress.
- It's about maintaining poise and composure like Kipling's poem "If" describes.
