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The Brain Blown PodcastMini: How to make change, do somethingClosing out season 3, the BBP ends on an explicit note.
The best way to move from a state of numbness or avoidance is to do something. Anything. And Laine walks us through some prime examples as we head into an important election season.
Fair warning: Laine's passion in this one is so strong, you may want to mind your audio levels. ;)
Join us for a final quick dive into making social change possible, and check out our full episode on Social Change if you...2024-10-3022 minThe Brain Blown PodcastMini: How to make change, call-in cultureHow do make social change feel feasible? Look to sway those who are already with you.
In this mini-episode of Brain Blown, we explore the power of making changes within our own social movements -- like how we made bullying "uncool" and how the GLBT+ adapted the quickest to COVID-19 restrictions.
Join us for a quick dive making social change possible, and check out our full-episode on Social Change if you haven't!
For more ways to get involved with the Brain Blown Community, head...2024-10-1615 minThe Brain Blown PodcastNeuroscience of Social ChangeHave you ever felt that knot in your stomach when faced with a new idea that challenges everything you’ve believed?
Social change is inevitable, but it often brings discomfort and resistance. And when you're fighting for a social movement, it can feel impossible trying to fight "against the grain" and change people's ways, thoughts or beliefs.
In this episode of Brain Blown, we’ll explore how emotions inevitably overpower rational thinking (contrary to popular belief) and the implications it causes. We’ll delve into the neuroscience behind our resistance to change and discuss the po...2024-09-2652 minThe Brain Blown PodcastMini: Belonging beyond human relationshipsEver notice how easy it is to feel connected to someone if they're wearing your team's jersey or a t-shirt of your favorite band?
You might think it's cause it's familiar or you found something in common, but in truth, it's another way we find belonging.
In this mini-episode of Brain Blown, we explore how our brains create powerful connections beyond human relationships:
Discover how our brains attach to ideas and symbols as strongly as to people
Learn how these attachments can trigger reactions as intense as physical disgust
Uncover how...2024-08-1416 minThe Brain Blown PodcastNeuroscience of Social Media & BelongingYour brain on social media: It's not just addictive, it's transformative. Here's why.
In this episode of the Brain Blown Podcast, we're logging into the neuroscience of social media and belonging.
We'll explore:
Why that notification "ping" feels so irresistible
How social media taps into our primal need for connection
The surprising ways our brains react to likes, comments, and shares
Why teenagers' brains are particularly susceptible to social media's allure
The neural pathways that light up when we're scrolling – and how they're changing over time
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Beyond the Head Start Presented by DimplesFrom Postpartum Depression to Extreme Self Care: The Story of Emily RaberExplore the personal experience of Emily and her battle with hair loss - its emotional impact, challenges, and the journey to self-care with hair toppers. The discussion also provides practical advice on dealing with thinning hair, decisions about hair behavior, and emotional growth. Alongside personal stories (including how Emily spontaneously shaved her head one day), we delve into informational discussions about selecting the right hair topper. Guidance, ranging from online color selection to life changing self-care routines, help demystify the hair topper selection process. The discussions emphasize the importance of mindset, establishing skills to manage hair loss, and the...2023-11-0900 min