[034] Under The Hood: Our Emotions

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This podcast episode offers an in-depth exploration of emotions and the brain. The host challenges the classical view of emotions as hardwired, suggesting instead that emotions are constructed by the brain based on prediction. Emma also discusses the impact of a mother's stress levels during pregnancy, the role of genetics in resilience, the effects of puberty on the brain, and the wide range of emotions humans can experience. The episode concludes with practical tools for managing emotions, including breathwork and emotional release techniques.
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Week 2 recap (00:00:26)
The brain's prediction process (00:09:41)
The speaker explains how the brain predicts and constructs emotions based on our environment, bodily sensations, reactions, memories, and cultural upbringing.
Emotions are not hardwired (00:12:07)
The speaker challenges the classical view of emotions as hardwired, explaining that emotions are not linearly linked to thoughts and actions, but rather constructed by the brain based on various factors.
Impact of stress on fetal development (00:14:44)
The speaker discusses how normal levels of stress in a mother during pregnancy can be beneficial for the baby's development, while extreme or toxic stress can have detrimental effects. The speaker also mentions the influence of the mother's lifestyle choices on stress levels.
Puberty and Brain Development (00:19:14)
Discussion on how puberty affects brain development, hormonal changes, and emotional adjustments in teenagers.
Teenagers and Emotional Regulation (00:20:20)
Exploration of how the maturation of the limbic system and prefrontal cortex impacts emotional regulation in teenage girls, leading to moodiness and impulsivity.
Belonging and Emotional Pain in Teenagers (00:21:34)
Explanation of the importance of belonging to a tribe for survival instincts and the emotional pain experienced by teenagers when excluded or bullied.
Fear and Emotions Spectrum (00:28:46)
The speaker discusses the wide range of emotions that humans can experience, from fear and anger to happiness and love.
Anxiety and Depression (00:29:56)
The speaker talks about anxiety and depression, their prevalence, and the relationship between the two. They also address the gender differences in seeking help for mental health issues.
Stress Response and Anxiety (00:32:38)
The speaker explains the stress response and how it relates to fear and anxiety. They discuss the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems and how anxiety can become a chronic state when the stress response is not properly regulated.
The fear response and anxiet

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