How to Build a Happy Life: Be Self-Aware
How to Age Up
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The Science of Emotions: Exploring Carrol Isard's Theory
The science of emotions, as explained by Dan Harris, focuses on the work of Carrol Izard. Basic emotions are automatic responses that are critical for survival and well-being. These emotions occur in the limbic system of the brain, which evolved millions of years ago. Izard proposed six categories of basic emotions: two positive (joy and interest) and four negative. While joy is obvious, interest also plays a crucial role in our pursuit of a happy life by helping us make progress.
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