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How To Escape Your Brain's Default Mode Network | Zindel Segal and Norman Farb
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Exploring the Intricacies of the Brain's Default Mode Network
The brain's default mode network was originally responsible for the body's interior state but can now be intentionally activated. It activates when individuals reflect on personal relevance, such as questioning their honesty. The default network takes over when tasks become habitual and effortless, allowing the mind to wander. Individuals with deep-seated habits like rumination show heightened default network activity. The network perpetuates habits, particularly self-referential ones, as individuals often focus on self-evaluation and personal impact during idle moments.
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