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Academy of Ideas
Are We Enslaved to One Side of the Brain? – The Sickness of Modern Man
Apr 21, 2024
Exploring the theory of an imbalanced reliance on one side of the brain leading to societal issues, roles of the brain's hemispheres in survival and understanding, harmonizing functions for optimal cognitive processing, dominance of the left hemisphere in modern society, and the negative effects of left hemisphere dominance on society
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- Balancing left and right brain functions is essential for optimal adaptation to various situations.
- Over-reliance on left brain attention can lead to power-seeking, manipulative mindsets and disconnection from reality.
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The Impact of Brain Hemispheres on Attention
The human brain is bipartite with two hemispheres, left and right, each specializing in different attention functions. The left hemisphere focuses on narrow, precise attention needed for survival while the right hemisphere provides broad, open attention for monitoring surroundings. Both hemispheres work together to balance control and understanding of the environment. McGill-Christ highlights how the balance between the two hemispheres is crucial for optimal functioning in adapting to various situations.
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