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- Have you ever wondered why your most 'logical' decisions are actually driven by your emotions?
- What if the secret to peak performance and professional success isn't suppressing your feelings, but learning how to leverage them?
- Did you know that neuroscience has revealed a way to transform your relationship with difficult emotions to build more effective habits?
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Key Takeaways from Emotional
- Discover why the traditional view of emotion versus logic is outdated, and learn how modern neuroscience proves that feelings are actually essential for making sound, rational decisions.
- Recognize how emotions that evolved to ensure our prehistoric survival can create challenges in modern life, and discover practical ways to harness them for personal and professional success.
- Understand the concept of 'core affect' to see how your body's physical baseline—like hunger or fatigue—subconsciously dictates your emotional state and everyday decision-making.
- Find out how deeply intertwined your mind and body truly are, including the astonishing scientific evidence that your gut microbiome can directly influence your personality.
- Learn how to deliberately build your determination by strengthening your brain's neural networks through accessible daily habits like regular exercise and mindfulness.
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Rewiring the Brain+
Emotional Contagion+
3 Strategies for Emotional Control+
Quiz — Test Your Understanding
Question 1 of 7
How has modern neuroscience updated the traditional understanding of brain structure regarding logic and emotion?
Question 2 of 7
What does the concept of 'core affect' explain about human behavior?
Question 3 of 7
According to the book, determination is generated through the interaction of which two neural networks?
Question 4 of 7
In the context of our emotional wiring, what does the term 'latency to peak' refer to?
Question 5 of 7
What was the key takeaway from studies on social media feeds and long-term social interactions?
Question 6 of 7
Which of the following best describes the emotional regulation strategy known as 'reappraisal'?
Question 7 of 7
How does the strategy of emotional 'expression' affect individuals in high-stress environments, according to a 2010 study of investment bankers?
Emotional — Full Chapter Overview
- 1Recommendation
- 2Science has overlooked our emotions.
- 3Core affect: learning to trust your gut
- 4Developing determination
- 5We can reshape our brains.
- 6Choose your inputs carefully.
- 7Three ways to manage your emotions
- 8Final summary
Emotional Summary & Overview
Emotional (2022) explores a long-misunderstood part of the human psyche: emotions. It shows how neuroscience is shedding light on the role and importance of our emotions – and gives tips on how to control our emotions to lead better lives.
Who Should Listen to Emotional?
- Businesspeople who want to be more successful and effective in their roles
- Individuals dealing with difficult-to-control emotions
- People struggling with motivation who want to form beneficial habits
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