Moriel Zelikowsky

Andrew Huberman, a Stanford neuroscientist, leads a discussion with fellow experts Moran Cerf, David Eagleman, and Moriel Zelikowsky on harnessing motivation and willpower. They uncover strategies to master productivity through self-narrative and emotional resilience. The conversation dives into how nutrition and exercise fuel motivation, while also revealing the brain's remarkable adaptability, even in overcoming trauma. Insights into the impacts of social interaction and isolation provide a comprehensive look at how our experiences shape our motivation and decision-making.

Moriel Zelikowsky, an assistant professor of neurobiology at the University of Utah, explores the fascinating links between the brain, fear, and isolation. She reveals how extreme social isolation affects both mice and humans, leading to persistent fear and violence. Moriel questions common advice for PTSD treatment, suggesting that social interactions might be more beneficial than support groups. She also discusses the surprising neurochemical changes triggered by isolation and the adaptive role of fear in our lives.