Summary
Neuronerds reunite! In this episode, Holly and Katie are back after a little break to get nerdy about the complexities of stress, particularly during the holiday season. They discuss the impact of seasonal changes on mental health, the neuroscience behind stress responses, and the importance of understanding cognitive load.
Chapters
00:00 Autumnal Reflections and Seasonal Changes
11:54 Understanding Holiday Stress: Cognitive Load and Emotional Judgments
15:05 The Brain's Response to Stress: Allostatic Load and Neuroception
17:55 The Dynamics of Stress and Overwhelm: The Lazarus Model
21:01 Understanding Stress and Coping Mechanisms
25:39 The Role of Memory in Stress Perception
27:01 Predictive Nature of the Brain
28:08 The HPA Axis and Stress Response
33:09 The Insula's Role in Stress Experience
38:47 Practical Tips for Managing Holiday Stress
Keywords
stress management, neuroscience, holiday stress, mental health, emotional well-being, cognitive load, self-perception, mind-body connection, HPA axis, practical tips
