Podcast appearances and mentions of Lisa Feldman Barrett

Seven And A Half Lessons About The Brain From the author of How Emotions Are Made, a myth-busting primer on the brain in the tradition of Seven Brief Lessons on Physics and Astrophysics for People in a HurryHave you ever wondered why you have a brain? Let renowned neuroscientist Lisa Feldman Barrett demystify that big gray blob between your ears. In seven short essays (plus a bite-size story about how brains evolved), this slim, entertaining, and accessible collection reveals mind-expanding lessons from the front lines of neuroscience research. You'll learn where brains came from, how they're structured (and why it matters), and how yours works in tandem with other brains to create everything you experience. Along the way, you'll also learn to dismiss popular myths such as the idea of a “lizard brain” and the alleged battle between thoughts and emotions—or between nature and nurture—to determine your behavior. Want to be a guest on Book 101 Review? Send Daniel Lucas a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/17372807971394464fea5bae3 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An elaboration on episode 49's description of the brain as a prediction engine, focusing on a theory of what emotions are, how they're learned, and how emotional experiences are constructed. Emotions like anger and fear turn out to be not that different from concepts like money or bicycle, except that the brain attends more to internal sensations than to external perceptions. If the predictive brain theory is true, the brain is stranger than we imagine; perhaps stranger than we can imagine. Main sourcesLisa Feldman Barrett, "The theory of constructed emotion: an active inference account of interoception and categorization," Social Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience, 2017.Lisa Feldman Barrett, How Emotions Are Made: The Secret Life of the Brain, 2017.Andy Clark, The Experience Machine: How Our Minds Predict and Shape Reality, 2024.Other sources"... Chemero's approach in his book Radical Embodied Cognitive Science (episode 43)...""... Clark suggests something like this in his 1997 book, Being There, covered in the unnumbered episode just before episode 41...""... Remember how, last episode, I distinctly remember driving seated on the left side of the car while in Ireland..."George A Miller, “The Magical Number Seven, Plus or Minus Two: Some Limits on our Capacity for Processing Information,” 1956. ("... replicating an experiment from 1949...")CreditsPicture of the University of Illinois Auditorium is from Vince Smith and is licensed CC BY 2.0. It was cropped.

In this episode of Diary of an Empath, I sit down with Dr. Lisa Feldman Barrett, one of the world's leading experts in psychology and neuroscience, to break down the truth about emotions, mood, and how your brain really works.We explore why emotions aren't universal, how your brain is constantly predicting your feelings based on past experiences, and why your mood is a reflection of your body's internal “budget.” Dr. Barrett also shares how childhood adversity and poverty shape emotional development in ways most people don't realize.We dive deep into emotional regulation, challenging outdated views on emotions and mental health, and giving you practical insights to help you better understand yourself and the people around you.If you've ever wondered why you feel the way you do or how to manage your emotions more effectively, this conversation is for you.Dr. Lisa Feldman Barrett is a Professor of Psychology, ranked among the top 0.1% of most cited scientists in the world, and the author of Seven and a Half Lessons About the Brain.Follow Dr Lisa: X - https://g2ul0.app.link/JlkAHKXhCSb Website - https://g2ul0.app.link/TWOO6vZhCSb You can purchase Dr Lisa's book, ‘Seven and a Half Lessons About the Brain', here: https://g2ul0.app.link/35oJGs4hCSbChapters00:00Exploring the Brain's Role in Mood and Emotion03:45Childhood Adversity and Its Long-term Effects08:11Understanding Mood and Body Budgeting14:30The Brain's Predictive Nature and Emotional Responses20:59Understanding the Brain's Predictive Nature28:52The Complexity of Emotions and Predictions37:00The Role of Temperament in Emotional Experience44:45Surprises in Emotional Science and Public PerceptionFor psychic readings, Astrology, Therapy or Coaching with Keresse, click below:www.therapeutichealingbyreese.comFollow me on Instagram!https://instagram.com/_keresse_?utm_medium=copy_linkFollow me on Facebook!https://www.facebook.com/TherapeuticHealingByReese/TikTok:@DiaryofanEmpathpodcast

Memories appear to be constructed by plugging together stored templates. Do concepts operate the same way?SourcesSuzi Travis, "False Memories are Exactly What You Need", 2024.Lisa Feldman Barrett, "The theory of constructed emotion: an active inference account of interoception and categorization," Social Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience, 2017.CreditsImage of street warning from Dublin, Ireland, via Flickr user tunnelblick. Licensed Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Generic.

Ever wondered why you keep falling for the wrong person? Why the butterflies in your stomach always seem to lead to heartbreak?Here's the truth:You're not broken. You've just misunderstood your own emotions.In this video, I walk you through groundbreaking research from neuroscientist Lisa Feldman Barrett—and how your childhood, trauma, and worst day cycle are writing the emotional script of your life without you even knowing it.You'll learn:Why we confuse emotional triggers with loveHow your brain predicts emotions based on past painWhy both narcissists and victims are playing out the same shame-based patternHow to finally escape the Worst Day Cycle

Send us a textWhen Marine veteran Jim Rojas found himself in an acting scene opposite Linden Ashby, something unexpected happened. Though Jim wasn't even on camera or in character, Ashby reached across with profound gratitude after the scene wrapped. This moment revealed to Jim that his lifelong mental habits—creating different versions of himself in various scenarios—had perfectly prepared him for acting. What began as childhood coping mechanisms had become a sophisticated operating system for his mind.Jim calls this "spiritual shape-shifting," and it's revolutionizing how people approach everyday challenges. At its core is the Stanislavski system—a century-old acting methodology built on seven questions that dissect any moment: Who am I? Where am I? When is it? What do I want? Why do I want it? How do I get it? What's in my way? By systematically answering these questions, actors create authentic experiences within imaginary circumstances. Jim realized these same questions could help anyone navigate real-world situations with greater awareness and effectiveness.The science backs this approach. From Dr. Lisa Feldman Barrett's theory of constructed emotions to programs like Sense Theater helping autistic children understand social interactions, these techniques have proven their value far beyond the stage. Jim's "intangible toolbox"—presence, awareness, emotional regulation, empathy, critical thinking, and more—represents skills systematically taught to actors that benefit everyone.In his book "All Your Best Selves," Jim details how these performing arts techniques can transform your life anytime, anyplace, with anyone. As he powerfully states: "When we gave the world literacy for reading, it changed the world. When we gave people mathematical literacy, it changed the world. Why wouldn't it change the world if we gave people mental and emotional literacy in a systemic way?" Discover how accessing all your best selves could lead to the richer, fuller life you deserve. https://www.amazon.com/dp/1647469740/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=164743261Want to be a guest on Living the Dream with Curveball? Send Curtis Jackson a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1628631536976x919760049303001600

Max and Matt get deep into what our emotions really are—and what we can do about them. They explore the mind-blowing science of how emotions aren't just reactions but predictions, shaped by past experience and cultural cues. Drawing from the work of Dr. Lisa Feldman Barrett, they unpack why your anxiety, stress, or anger might not mean what you think it means, and how we actually have way more agency than we give ourselves credit for. From parenting triggers to intrusive thoughts, from yelling at your kids to feeling stuck in shame, they talk about how to hit pause, reset your emotional reactions, and stop being a passenger to your own feelings. Oh, and yes, they manage to fit in the Buddha, Gabor Maté, and why a toddler yelling “I tooted” might be the wisdom we all need. Let's gooo!Buy Violet Archer on Amazon HereMilkless on InstagramMilkless on TikTok

When we name a class name `Invoice`, are we communicating or thinking metaphorically? I used to think we were; now I think we aren't. This episode explains one reason: ordinary conversation frequently uses multiple metaphors when talking about some concept. Sometimes we even mix inconsistent or contradictory metaphors within the same sentence. That's not the way we use metaphorical names in programming.SourcesLakoff and Johnson, Metaphors We Live By, 1980. (I worked from the first edition; there is a second edition I haven't read.)Andy Clark, Being There: Putting Brain, Body, and World Together Again, 1997. Lisa Feldman Barrett, "The theory of constructed emotion: an active inference account of interoception and categorization," Social Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience, 2017.CreditsPicture of cats-eye marbles from Bulbapedia, the community-driven Pokémon encyclopedia.

O que é aprender para você?E quando digo aprender, não me refiro àquela aprendizagem formal, empilhada, mecânica — que encaixota, separa e silencia a curiosidade. Falo de um processo vivo, afetivo e contínuo. Um movimento constante entre o saber e o não saber.Sou fascinado por esse tema — e minha convidada de hoje no Metadoxos também. Nira Bessler fez da curiosidade seu norte e da aprendizagem sua paixão; até entender que, no fundo, o que a movia era o desejo de aprender. Aprender exige energia, conexão, presença — e, sobretudo, afeto. E talvez seja justamente isso que falte nas formas como o sistema e as organizações têm promovido o aprender: espaço para a conexão real. Ainda tratamos o aprender como acúmulo – mas Nira nos convida a olhar para a aprendizagem como travessia. Nira é apaixonada por neurociência e através de muitos estudos, principalmente guiados pela renomada Lisa Feldman Barrett, ela explica como o cérebro funciona no processo de aprendizagem. Nossa conversa traz o tédio como espaço fértil da imaginação, e mostra como só o afeto é capaz de mobilizar a energia necessária para aprender de verdade. Vem conferir e compartilha conosco como é para você esse processo do aprender.Host:Marcelo CardosoProdução:Gabriela Szulcsewski@travs.estudio

Was wäre, wenn wir in Wirklichkeit gar nicht glücklich sein wollen? Wenn das Streben nach Glück Bullshit wäre? Obwohl wir alle denken „ich will doch glücklich sein“ oder „Glück fühlt sich toll an“ - könnte es doch auch sein, dass Glück am Ende nur ein PR-Trick ist… In dieser Folge kriegt ihr einen steile aber sehr spannende These. Fühlt euch gut betreut Leon & Atze Start ins heutige Thema: 09:48 min. VVK Münster 2025: https://betreutes-fuehlen.ticket.io/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leonwindscheid/ https://www.instagram.com/atzeschroeder_offiziell/ Der Instagram Account für Betreutes Fühlen: https://www.instagram.com/betreutesfuehlen/ Mehr zu unseren Werbepartnern findet ihr hier: https://linktr.ee/betreutesfuehlen Tickets: Atze: https://www.atzeschroeder.de/#termine Leon: https://leonwindscheid.de/tour/ Quellen: Der Artikel von David Pinsof: Happiness Is Bullshit https://www.everythingisbullshit.blog/p/happiness-is-bullshit Und sein Fortsetzungsartikel dazu: Happiness Is Bullshit Revisited https://www.everythingisbullshit.blog/p/happiness-is-bullshit-revisited Die Argumentation von Andy Clark: Clark, A. (2024). The experience machine: How our minds predict and shape reality. Random House. Wer tiefer einsteigen will, zum Thema Vorhersagen in unserem Hirn und Belohnungen: Schultz, W. (2016). Dopamine reward prediction error coding. Dialogues in Clinical Neuroscience, 18(1), 23–32. Schultz, W. (2024). A dopamine mechanism for reward maximization. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. Das passt zur Idee mit dem Topfschlagen: »Your Brain Predicts (Almost) Everything You Do«, schreibt Lisa Feldman Barrett in ihrem Buch und liefert eine Reihe von Argumenten und Beispielen. Barrett, L. F. (2023). Siebeneinhalb Lektionen über das Gehirn. Rowohlt. Und eben Andy Clark: Clark, A. (2024). The experience machine: How our minds predict and shape reality. Random House. Die Studie mit den Ratten: Warlow, S. M., Naffziger, E. E., & Berridge, K. C. (2020). The central amygdala recruits mesocorticolimbic circuitry for pursuit of reward or pain. Nature communications. Eine Übersicht zu Wanting vs. Liking Nguyen, D., Naffziger, E. E., & Berridge, K. C. (2021). Positive affect: nature and brain bases of liking and wanting. Current Opinion in Behavioral Sciences. Und hier nochmal tiefer mit Fokus auf Drogen Robinson, T. E., & Berridge, K. C. (2024). The incentive-sensitization theory of addiction 30 years on. Annual Review of Psychology, 76. Redaktion: Dr. Leon Windscheid Produktion: Murmel Productions

Dr Lisa Feldman Barrett, who is in the top one percent of most cited scientists in the world for her revolutionary research in psychology and neuroscience. She is a Distinguished Professor of Psychology at Northeastern University, and also holds appointments at Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts General Hospital, where she is Chief Science Officer for the Center for Law, Brain & Behavior. In addition to the books Seven and a Half Lessons About the Brain and How Emotions are Made, Dr. Barrett has published over 260 peer-reviewed, scientific papers appearing in Science, Nature Neuroscience, and other top journals in psychology and cognitive neuroscience, as well as six academic volumes. She has also given a popular TED talk with over 6.5 million views. From this conversation, you'll learn: — Dr Barrett's groundbreaking theory of emotions and its implications for mental health and wellbeing — How emotional "granularity" can enhance your quality of life — Why everything we see is a "concept" and why this matters — Dr Barrett's thoughts on free will and personal responsibility. And more. You can learn more about Dr Barrett's work by going to: www.lisafeldmanbarrett.com --- Dr. Lisa Feldman Barrett is a psychologist, neuroscientist, professor, bestselling author, and one of the most cited scientists in the world. She received a National Institutes of Health Director's Pioneer Award for her revolutionary research on emotion in the brain. These highly competitive, multimillion dollar awards are given to scientists of exceptional creativity who are expected to transform biomedical and behavioral research. She also received a Guggenheim Fellowship in 2019, the APS Mentor Award for Lifetime Achievement in 2018, and the APA Distinguished Scientific Contribution Award in Psychology in 2021. Among her many accomplishments, Dr. Barrett has testified before Congress, presented her research to the FBI, consulted to the National Cancer Institute, appeared on Through The Wormhole with Morgan Freeman and The Today Show with Maria Shriver, and been a featured guest on public television and podcast and radio programs worldwide. She is also an elected fellow of the American Academy of Arts & Sciences and the Royal Society of Canada. --- Interview Links: — Seven and a Half Lessons About the Brain - Lisa Feldman Barrett: https://amzn.to/3CWM1VQ — How Emotions are Made - Lisa Feldman Barrett: https://amzn.to/3Rx1BeT — Dr Barrett's website: www.lisafeldmanbarrett.com — Matter and Consciousness - Dr Iain McGilchrist: https://bit.ly/3RGSQz0 3 Books Dr Porges Recommends Every Therapist Should Read: — Between us by Batja Mesquita - https://amzn.to/3FdYkxT — The End of Trauma by George Bonanno - https://amzn.to/3AW1fbL — How Emotions are Made by Lisa Feldman Barrett - https://amzn.to/3GVdxFl

What if your anxiety isn't fear, and your trauma might not be real? Dr. Lisa Feldman Barrett reveals how your brain creates emotional illusions. Dr. Lisa Feldman Barrett is a Professor of Psychology and among the top 0.1% of most cited scientists for her revolutionary research in psychology and neuroscience. She is also the author of books such as ‘Seven and a Half Lessons About the Brain'. In this conversation, Dr. Lisa and Steven discuss topics such as, how anxiety is a predictive error in the brain, the shocking truth about childhood trauma, how trauma can be contagious, and why you don't have any free will.  00:00 Intro 02:22 Lisa's Mission 04:14 Why Is It Important to Understand How the Brain Works? 10:48 Measuring Emotions 13:55 What Is the Predictive Brain? 16:08 Examples of the Brain Making Predictions 24:13 Is the Predictive Brain at the Root of Trauma? 31:27 Cultural Inheritance, Trauma, Anxiety, and Depression 36:29 How Reframing Past Events Can Change Identity 42:41 Meaning as a Consequence of Action 44:11 How to Overcome Fear by Taking Action 45:43 Prediction Error 47:37 Learning Through Exposure 49:47 Dangers of Social Contagion 54:06 Anxiety in the Context of Social Contagion 58:33 Is Social Media Programming Us to Be Sad? 1:02:08 Ads 1:03:03 First Step to Overcoming Mental Health Issues 1:05:18 Chronic Pain 1:08:23 What Is Depression? 1:09:17 Body Budgeting and Body Bankruptcy 1:12:26 How Stress Contributes to Weight Gain 1:15:00 Depression in Adolescents 1:17:02 Is Depression a Chemical Imbalance? 1:18:30 The Story of Lisa's Daughter 1:21:09 Oral Birth Control as a Risk Factor for Depression 1:24:07 How Lisa Helped Her Daughter Overcome Depression 1:29:11 Social Support 1:35:26 Lisa's Daughter's Recovery from Depression 1:39:12 Does Alcohol Affect the Body Budget and Increase Depression Risk? 1:42:45 Ads 1:44:00 Can People Change Emotions by Smiling? 1:45:49 Lisa's Perspective on ADHD 1:48:01 The Power of Words to Facilitate Emotion 1:52:26 Stress as a Burden to the Metabolic Budget 1:53:27 Lisa's View on God and Religion 1:54:25 What Is the Meaning of Life in Lisa's Opinion? 1:59:32 Question from the Previous Guest Follow Dr Lisa:  X - https://g2ul0.app.link/JlkAHKXhCSb  Website - https://g2ul0.app.link/TWOO6vZhCSb  You can purchase Dr Lisa's book, ‘Seven and a Half Lessons About the Brain', here: https://g2ul0.app.link/35oJGs4hCSb  Watch the episodes on Youtube - https://g2ul0.app.link/DOACEpisodes  The 1% Diary is back - and it won't be around for long, so act fast! https://bit.ly/1-Diary-Megaphone-ad-reads You can purchase the The Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards: Second Edition, here: https://g2ul0.app.link/f31dsUttKKb  Sign up to receive email updates about Diary Of A CEO here: https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt  Ready to think like a CEO? Gain access to the 100 CEOs newsletter here: https://bit.ly/100-ceos-newsletter  Follow me: https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb Sponsors: Ekster - http://partner.ekster.com/DOAC and use code STEVEN to get an extra 10% off on top of their current Spring sale Shopify - https://shopify.com/bartlett Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us a textIn this episode, Joe sits down with Dr. Lisa Feldman Barrett, a leading neuroscientist and author of How Emotions Are Made, to explore groundbreaking insights on how emotions are formed and how we can better understand and regulate them. Together, they dive deep into the science behind emotions, how the brain predicts our feelings, and how we can gain more emotional agency in our personal and professional lives. Joe and Dr. Barrett cover:The theory of constructed emotions and how emotions are predictions, not reactionsThe role of the brain in regulating the body and how it shapes emotional experiencesWhy uncertainty feels like anxiety—and how to reframe itHow emotional granularity can help us build better emotional vocabulary and controlPractical steps to improve emotional regulation and decision-makingThe impact of body budgeting on mood, stress, and overall healthWhether you're leading a team, navigating personal relationships, or simply trying to better understand your emotional life, this conversation will give you powerful tools to enhance your emotional intelligence and well-being.Lisa Feldman Barrett, PhD, is among the top 0.1% most cited scientists in the world for her revolutionary research in psychology and neuroscience. She is a University Distinguished Professor of Psychology at Northeastern University. She also holds appointments at Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts General Hospital, where she is Chief Science Officer for the Center for Law, Brain & Behavior.In addition to the books Seven and a Half Lessons About the Brain and How Emotions are Made, Dr. Barrett has published over 275 peer-reviewed, scientific papers appearing in Science, Nature Neuroscience, and other top journals in psychology and cognitive neuroscience, as well as six academic volumes published by Guilford Press. She writes regularly about science in the popular press, including The New York Times, The Guardian, Scientific American, BBC Science Focus, Popular Science, Nautilus, BigThink, Cosmopolitan,  Time magazine, MIT Technology Review, and more (see full list). Her popular TED talk has been viewed over 7 million times.A Special Thanks to Our Sponsors!Veteran-founded Adyton. Step into the next generation of equipment management with Log-E by Adyton. Whether you are doing monthly inventories or preparing for deployment, Log-E is your pocket property book, giving real-time visibility into equipment status and mission readiness. Learn more about how Log-E can revolutionize your property tracking process here!Meet ROGER Bank—a modern, digital bank built for military members, by military members. With early payday, no fees, high-yield accounts, and real support, it's banking that gets you. Funds are FDIC insured through Citizens Bank of Edmond, so you can bank with confidence and peace of mind. Visit

Are human emotions universal? Or do they vary from one place to the next and from one time period to the next? It's a big question, an old question. And every discipline that's grappled with it brings its own take, its own framings and forms of evidence. Some researchers appeal to cross-cultural experiments; others turn to neuroimaging studies or conceptual analysis. Some even look to fiction. My guest today is Dr. Bradley Irish, an Associate Professor of English Literature at Arizona State University. Brad is the author of a new book, The Universality of Emotion: Perspectives from the Sciences and Humanities; in it he maps the landscape of debate around this long-contested topic. Brad is also the author of numerous articles and books on the emotions in Shakespeare's plays, as well as in the work of other early modern authors. Here, Brad and I talk about both sides of his work—his writing as an observer of cross-disciplinary debates about the universality of emotion and his writing as a scholar of literature. We sketch four prominent theories of emotions—basic emotions theory, appraisal theories, psychological construction theories, and social construction theories. We weigh the idea that some emotions are more universal than others. We talk about the role that language might play in our emotional experience. And we consider why many literary scholars tend to be deeply suspicious of claims about human universality. Along the way, Brad and I also touch on: the theory of ur-emotions, the aims of literary analysis; disgust, anger, schadenfreude, anxiety; frogs and public dissections; Shakespeare as a supposedly universal poet; and Brad's latest project on neurodiversity in literature. If you're enjoying the show, we would be most grateful if you could give us a rating or review, maybe even a shout-out on your social media platform of choice. For those who listen on Spotify, you can also now leave comments on individual episodes—which is a great way to let us know what you think. Alright friends, on to my conversation with Brad Irish. Enjoy! A transcript of this episode will be posted soon.   Notes and links 7:00 – For an example of an anti-universalist treatment from a literary scholar, see here. See also Dr. Irish's brief essay on the idea of universality in literary studies. 12:00 – For Dr. Irish's first book—on emotions in the early modern period—see here.  15:00 – For a recent review/update of the “basic emotions theory” tradition, see here.  21:00 – An influential early paper on facial expressions of emotion across cultures. A more recent, critical perspective on the relationship between facial expressions and emotions.  23:00 – For a review of social constructionist approaches to emotion, see here. 24:00 – A recent review of the “appraisal theories” of emotion. 26:00 – Psychological constructionist theories of emotion are most strongly associated with the work of Dr. Lisa Feldman Barrett and colleagues. For an articulation of these views, see here. 33:00 – For more on the relationship between language and emotion, see influential recent studies here, here, and here.  39:00 – The paper introducing the concept of “ur-emotions.” 44:00 – Dr. Patrick Colm Hogan's book, What Literature Teaches Us about Emotion. 49:00 – Dr. Irish's book, Shakespeare & Disgust: The History and Science of Early Modern Revulsion. 58:00 – For an influential paper on disgust in general, see here. For more on moral disgust in particular, see here. 1:07:00 – For the idea that disgust evolved to help us avoid disease, see here. 1:15:00 – For more on the idea that fictions can be thought of as simulations of psychology and the social world, see our earlier episode on stories. 1:16:00 – For more about Dr. Irish's latest research project, see his new book, Literary Neurodiversity Studies.   Recommendations Emotion Theory: The Routledge Comprehensive Guide, edited by Andrea Scarantino   Many Minds is a project of the Diverse Intelligences Summer Institute, which is made possible by a generous grant from the John Templeton Foundation to Indiana University. The show is hosted and produced by Kensy Cooperrider, with help from Assistant Producer Urte Laukaityte and with creative support from DISI Directors Erica Cartmill and Jacob Foster. Our artwork is by Ben Oldroyd. Our transcripts are created by Sarah Dopierala. Subscribe to Many Minds on Apple, Stitcher, Spotify, Pocket Casts, Google Play, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also now subscribe to the Many Minds newsletter here! We welcome your comments, questions, and suggestions. Feel free to email us at: manymindspodcast@gmail.com.  For updates about the show, visit our website or follow us on Twitter (@ManyMindsPod) or Bluesky (@manymindspod.bsky.social).

Mindshifters Radio 4-2-2025 First Hour - Tim Hayes - Reading from the book - How Emotions Are Made: The Secret Life of the Brain by Lisa Feldman Barrett - and discussion about how we create our emotions.

Ever wonder how tracking your emotions can boost your productivity, relationships, and mental clarity? Join me this week as we dive deep into the How We Feel app — exploring the science behind it, how it rewires your brain, and why emotional awareness is so important and valuable. I use research and insights from Lisa Feldman Barrett, Daniel Goleman, Jonathan and Tristan Collins, and Marc Brackett.

In this Season 2 finale of Psychologically Speaking, Leila reflects on the space between intention and action the often messy, foggy middle that so many of us occupy quietly.She shares listener insights, one reader's poetic take on language and liminality, and introduces the psychology of emotional granularity (via Dr. Lisa Feldman Barrett) to help us name and navigate our emotional states with more clarity.Plus: practical tools for neurodivergent listeners, thoughts on joy as a breadcrumb—not a reward and a first look at Season 3: The Joy Experiments.If you've felt in-between lately… this one's for you.

In this episode, I explore the concept of biorhythms and how they impact our daily fluctuations in energy and mood - something we all experience. What is the connection between your body and mind? With insights from "How Emotions Are Made" by Lisa Feldman Barrett, I highlight the importance of treating low moments as temporary - observe and understand your body's signals. Through personal anecdotes, such as experiences at the climbing wall, I illustrate how sudden mood changes can be seen as part of our natural ebb and flow, rather than a crisis. I advise against making rash decisions during these "off" days and remind you to be nice to yourself! Stay curious and embrace those unique rhythms. Emotions can often be just noise needing patience and observation. Whether it's the weather, sleep, or subtle stressors, recognizing and navigating these elements can lead to a more balanced and less reactive approach to life's challenges.  Based on personal experience - of course! I'm human. (The quote about butterflies is attributed to a number of people! Lisa Feldman Barrett mentions her daughter's karate teacher using it... and it might be orignally from Rob Gilbert - motivational speaker.  Not sure! It's a good image though.) “It's all right to have butterflies in your stomach. Just get them to fly in formation”     (Video version over on YouTube)

'Reading' Emotion in Emails & Other Ways Our Brains Mislead Us with Dr. Lisa Feldman BarrettIn this episode of The WorkWell Podcast™, Jen Fisher speaks with Dr. Lisa Feldman Barrett, University Distinguished Professor of Psychology at Northeastern University with appointments at Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts General Hospital, and author of "How Emotions Are Made" and "Seven and a Half Lessons About the Brain."Episode Highlights:Why we can't actually "read" emotions in faces, voices, or body languageThe science behind your brain's "body budget" and how it affects workplace performanceHow social stress can impact your metabolism by up to 104 caloriesWhy trust in coworkers and management significantly affects productivityThe truth about psychological safety and why some discomfort is necessary for growthHow to handle emotions in virtual environments and email communicationsUnderstanding the difference between guessing and reading emotions in workplace interactionsPractical strategies for making yourself more predictable to reduce others' stressQuotable Moment:"What you put into the world with your actions and your words literally shapes the world that you live in. You have to decide what kind of a world you want to live in and what sort of impact you want to have on other people." - Dr. Lisa Feldman Barrett Resources:Learn more about Dr. Lisa Feldman Barrett's groundbreaking research on emotions and the brain at her websiteBooks: "How Emotions Are Made" and "Seven and a Half Lessons About the Brain"

'Reading' Emotion in Emails & Other Ways Our Brains Mislead Us with Dr. Lisa Feldman BarrettIn this episode of The WorkWell Podcast™, Jen Fisher speaks with Dr. Lisa Feldman Barrett, University Distinguished Professor of Psychology at Northeastern University with appointments at Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts General Hospital, and author of "How Emotions Are Made" and "Seven and a Half Lessons About the Brain."Episode Highlights:Why we can't actually "read" emotions in faces, voices, or body languageThe science behind your brain's "body budget" and how it affects workplace performanceHow social stress can impact your metabolism by up to 104 caloriesWhy trust in coworkers and management significantly affects productivityThe truth about psychological safety and why some discomfort is necessary for growthHow to handle emotions in virtual environments and email communicationsUnderstanding the difference between guessing and reading emotions in workplace interactionsPractical strategies for making yourself more predictable to reduce others' stressQuotable Moment:"What you put into the world with your actions and your words literally shapes the world that you live in. You have to decide what kind of a world you want to live in and what sort of impact you want to have on other people." - Dr. Lisa Feldman Barrett Resources:Learn more about Dr. Lisa Feldman Barrett's groundbreaking research on emotions and the brain at her websiteBooks: "How Emotions Are Made" and "Seven and a Half Lessons About the Brain"

Are emotions something that happen to you, or are they bodily signals we interpret? Does everyone show emotions in the same way -- that is, are there particular markers of the face or the body that always mean anger, sadness, or joy? And what does this have to do with Charles Darwin, the truth about facial expressions, or the movie Inside Out? Join Eagleman with this week's guest, neuroscientist Lisa Feldman Barrett, author of hundreds of papers and "How Emotions are Made", for a deep dive into the truth about our feelings.

On this week's episode, we are wrapping up 2024 by revisiting some of our favorite episodes of the year. This year, we spoke to some of the world's top athletes, entertainers, and experts across a variety of topics. Listen to the Best of 2024 WHOOP Podcast moments with Pro Footballer, Cristiano Ronaldo on the importance of talent and work ethic (2:06), Performance Chef, Dan Churchill on elevating performance with nutrition (4:51), Gut Health Doctor, Dr. Megan Rossi on the super 6 of the gut microbiome (9:45), Multi-Platinum Recording Artist, Mike Posner on changing your mindset and life outlook (11:53), Rock climbing Legend, Alex Honnold on visualizing risk and consequence (18:36), Psychologist and Author, Dr. Lisa Feldman Barrett on the brain-body connection (21:57), 3x World Champion, Patrick Mahomes on preparation and planning (23:53), NWSL Team Co-Owner, Brittany Mahomes on training after having a baby (25:52), CEO of Parent Data and Best-Selling Author, Emily Oster on the need for parenting research (27:15), Couples therapist, Julie Mennano on the characteristics of a healthy relationship (31:02), and Global Football Star, Virgil van Dijk on navigating a leadership role (33:32). Resources:Cristiano Ronaldo - Episode 272Dan Churchill - Episode 269Dr. Megan Rossi - Episode 283Mike Posner - Episode 273Alex Honnold - Episode 264Dr. Lisa Feldman Barrett - Episode 262Patrick Mahomes - Episode 287Brittany Mahomes - Episode 286Emily Oster - Episode 297Julie Mennano - Episode 278Virgil van Dijk - Episode 295Follow WHOOPwww.whoop.comTrial WHOOP for FreeInstagramTikTokXFacebookLinkedInFollow Will AhmedInstagramXLinkedInFollow Kristen HolmesInstagramLinkedInSupport the show

As we wrap up another incredible year of Live Well, Be Well, I'm excited to share with you my personal top takeaways from the fascinating conversations that have shaped 2024. In this special solo episode, I reflect on the transformative insights gained from speaking with some of the brightest minds in health, wellbeing, and personal development.I explore how our understanding of stress, longevity, friendship, decision-making, and compassion has evolved through these meaningful conversations. What makes this episode particularly special is how it demonstrates that true wellbeing isn't just about physical health – it's a multifaceted journey that encompasses our mental, emotional, and social wellbeing too.Thank you for listening! Let me know your thoughts on this episode, and don't forget to share it with anyone who might find it helpful.Sarah Ann***Thank you to my wonderful sponsors! EXHALE COFFEE | Ridiculously healthy coffee works well for me. https://exhalecoffee.com/pages/sarahUse code FREETRIALSARAH for your free trial.Squarespace | A website makes it real. http://squarespace.com/LiveWell Get a free trial and use code LIVEWELL for 10% off your first website or domain purchase. ***If you enjoyed this episode you might also like:The #1 BETTER HEALTH Technique You Never Knew Existed! Dr Kristin Neffhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jKq069w4rjISimon Sinek: The 8-Minute Rule That Could SAVE YOUR Friendshipshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3JCjOQv9Y5EDr. Chris Van Tulleken: How Ultra-Processed Foods Are Making Us Sickhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6SxK9MFmH4c***Fuel Your Mind Weekly: Subscribe to Our Free Mental Wellness Newsletter

Back in 2020, we released a two-part conversation (S1 Ep15 and 16) with neuroscientist Dr Lisa Feldman Barrett. We're long-time admirers of Lisa's work and were thrilled that she agreed to join co-hosts Jean Gomes and Scott Allender to discuss her work on The Evolving Leader podcast. It's also clear that Lisa Feldman Barrett's work is a big hit with our listeners as four years after release these two episodes continue to sit at the top of our listener chart, so here we've decided to pull them together into a special extended episode.Lisa Feldman Barrett is profoundly changing our understanding of the brain and in particular, our emotions. Since the ancient philosophers, and into our last century of scientific endeavour, emotions have been seen as hard-wired responses to external stimuli, located in specific regions of the brain. Lisa's work has over-turned this age-old model which shapes everything from our current beliefs about emotional intelligence to facial recognition software widely being deployed around the world.Beyond this extended conversation, you'll find more of Lisa Feldman Barrett's work in her two books, Seven and a Half Lessons About the Brain (2020) and How Emotions are Made (2017), as well as hundreds of peer reviewed scientific papers appearing in Science, Nature Neuroscience and other top journals in psychology and cognitive neuroscience.Other reading from Jean Gomes and Scott Allender:Leading In A Non-Linear World (J Gomes, 2023)The Enneagram of Emotional Intelligence (S Allender, 2023)Social:Instagram           @evolvingleaderLinkedIn             The Evolving Leader PodcastTwitter               @Evolving_LeaderYouTube           @evolvingleader The Evolving Leader is researched, written and presented by Jean Gomes and Scott Allender with production by Phil Kerby. It is an Outside production.Send a message to The Evolving Leader team

What if we started seeing grief as a form of trauma—could it help us make sense of the confusing ways our mind and body react to loss? In this conversation, Debbie sits down with Meghan Riordan Jarvis, a psychotherapist who's spent her life helping people navigate the heartbreak of loss. She's here to talk about her new book, Can Anyone Tell Me? Essential Questions About Grief and Loss, and to share her personal and research-based wisdom on this tender subject. We look into the messy, complicated emotions that grief can bring—like anger, guilt, regret, and anxiety—and Megan offers simple, meaningful ways to cope. We also tackle the bigger picture: why we need more honest conversations about death and how we can show up better for each other in times of loss. We hope you'll join us for this meaningful conversation that might just give you a little clarity, hope, and comfort wherever you, or even the loved ones you are supporting, are on your grief journey.  Listen and Learn:  Why grief education is key to feeling less alone, less afraid, and truly understood How we can reconnect in the face of profound loss Loss, grief, and mourning: uncovering the nuanced definitions and how they shape our healing journeys How Meghan's two very contrasting losses shaped her approach to grief and healing The varying emotions of grief and why anger and anxiety might be more common than expected The shifting waves of loss, unexpected triggers, and lasting connections The idea of signs from loved ones Could the signs we receive from loved ones beyond death be more than just coincidence? Resources:  Can Anyone Tell Me?: Essential Questions about Grief and Loss: https://bookshop.org/a/30734/9781649632593 Meghan's Website: https://meghanriordanjarvis.com/ Connect with Meghan on:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meghan-riordan-jarvis-ma-licsw-071051142 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/griefismysidehustle/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meghan.riordan.jarvis/?hl=en Books Meghan mentioned in the episode:  The Grieving Brain: The Surprising Science of How We Learn from Love and Loss by Mary-Frances O'Connor: https://bookshop.org/a/30734/9780062946249 How Emotions Are Made, by Lisa Feldman Barrett: https://bookshop.org/a/30734/9781328915436 Permission to Feel by Marc Brackett: https://bookshop.org/a/30734/9781250212832 Anxiety: The Missing Stage of Grief: A Revolutionary Approach to Understanding and Healing the Impact of Loss by Claire Bidwell Smith: https://bookshop.org/a/30734/9780738234786 Grief Works: Stories of Life, Death, and Surviving (A Practical Guide to Grief and Loss) by Julia Samuel: https://bookshop.org/a/30734/9781501181542  About Meghan Riordan Jarvis Meghan Riordan Jarvis, MA, LCSW, is a podcast host, TEDx speaker, and trauma-trained psychotherapist specializing in grief and loss. With 20 years of experience, she speaks on the importance of understanding grief and supporting grievers. Meghan hosts the popular blog and podcast Grief Is My Side Hustle and offers a free writing workshop, Grief Mates. She is founder of the Grief Mentor Method: Six Core Concepts to Creating a Personalized Grief Process and is the author of End of the Hour, a memoir on trauma, loss, and healing. Her new book is called Can Anyone Tell Me? Essential Questions about Grief and Loss.  Related episodes:  117. Bearing Unbearable Loss: A conversation About Grief with Joanne Cacciatore 356. Navigating the Challenges of Caregiving with Allison Applebaum 354. A Family Guide to Dementia with Brent Forester 183. Permission to Feel: Emotional Intelligence with Marc Brackett 309. The Language of Emotions with Karla McLaren 216. Managing Anger and Irritability, Featuring Russell Kolts 320. Anger and Forgiveness with Robyn Walser 341. Self-Forgiveness with Grant Dewar 291. Finding Freedom From Regret with Robert Leahy  118. Moral Injury and Shame with Lauren Borges and Jacob Farnsworth Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Recipe of Emotions: Crafting Responses for Success Emotion as Sensation: How Our Past Shapes Our Emotional Responses Episode 230 (Kim is based in San Francisco) In this conversation we explore: The Connection Between Emotions and Sensory Experiences Why Emotional Awareness Matters in Both Life and Leadership Practical Strategies to Gain Control Over Your Emotions How to Avoid Being a ‘Slave' to Your Emotions The Power of Emotional Granularity Using Interoception to Improve Emotional and Physical Awareness How to Rethink Negative Experiences Through Conscious Reframing Balancing Compassion and Empathy as a Leader Daily Practices to Connect with Your Emotions How Emotions Serve as Tools for Learning and Growth About our guest, Kim Korte: Kim Korte hosts the Flavors of Emotions podcast and is the author of Yucky Yummy Savory Sweet: Understanding the Flavors of Emotions. She offers a process to help us make sense of our feelings through the lens of a chef understanding flavors in a recipe. This unique approach to emotion management blends culinary metaphors with emotional education in a digestible format, making the complex world of feelings accessible and actionable. As a Sensory Perception and Emotion Management Strategist, she aims to help people develop creative action around how they experience the world and their emotions. Learn more about Kim and and her book https://www.kimkorte.com/ Listen to her podcast "Flavors of Emotions: https://www.flavorsofemotions.com/ ----- Excerpts from this conversation with Kim Korte: In your book, you compare emotions to food and and sensation. Food sensations and flavors. How did you come up with that connection? I learned about the theory of constructed emotions, which is a very common and probably fairly widely accepted idea that we construct our emotions using our experiences, kind of like ingredients that and a recipe. And I got this idea after reading how emotions are made, The Secret Life of the Brain, by Lisa Feldman Barrett. It was an eye popping book, and it got me to think about how if emotions are created from perceptions, then our whole world is like giving us ingredients that we use, and the recipes are everything that we've experienced previously. So we're always living today in the past, unless we're more conscious of what's going on in our current experience. That level of consciousness is what helps us to examine and change the quote, unquote recipe if it's not the right one, or if it's not working for us and the process of flavor, it's not a sense sensory system, like everything that we taste, everything we see, all of these things, these are sensory systems. And taste is a combination of sensory systems you taste with your nose, you taste with your mouth. They even have shown that what you see and what you hear like, if it's crunchy, you think it's fresh, but even music going on around you, you might think, Oh, this music isn't impacting me, but it really can impact the flavor and your experience of food, and the same is true of our emotions. Everything that we experience is a our emotions, rather are a combination of our sensory experiences. That's what influences us. So this is where I got these food metaphors and cooking metaphors. ----- Think of it like a pepper. There's different kinds of peppers, there's bell peppers, and there's jalapenos, and there's habaneros. And yet, we don't attribute hot spiciness to every single pepper out there, right? Because we've learned to distinguish the differences situationally and. Experientially of different peppers. And so the same can be true with our fears, because we tend to have this like one size fits all approach to a lot of emotions, and we we feel one emotion more than others, and we haven't allowed ourselves to recognize that fear can be like a pepper, even love can be like a pepper, and have different gradations of it, different levels of quote, unquote, heat. And with that, you are able to break down that fear into seeing it in its different states. It could be irked, could be nervous. It could be irate, you know? It could be, you know, I need to run for the door, panic. Same with love.... ----- ----more---- Your Intended Message is the podcast about how you can boost your career and business success by honing your communication skills. We'll examine the aspects of how we communicate one-to-one, one to few and one to many – plus that important conversation, one to self. In these interviews we will explore presentation skills, public speaking, conversation, persuasion, negotiation, sales conversations, marketing, team meetings, social media, branding, self talk and more.   Your host is George Torok George is a specialist in communication skills. Especially presentation. He's fascinated by the links between communication and influencing behaviors. He delivers training and coaching programs to help leaders and promising professionals deliver the intended message for greater success.   Connect with George www.SpeechCoachforExecutives.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgetorokpresentations/ https://www.youtube.com/user/presentationskills https://www.instagram.com/georgetorok/  

Gary Buxton admits he spends his life stuck in rabbitholes. As a psychologist and executive coach, he loves nothing more than to geek out about the evidence base for coaching, ensuring his own practice is built on the latest science.While Gary is a firm believer that coaching is always a process and never a destination, in this episode of The Coach's Journey Podcast he warns against the pitfalls of being overwhelmed by study, reminding us that it is through practice that we cultivate and nurture our own unique coaching stance.Gary's own journey has encompassed work as a director, CEO and head hunter in the private sector, as well as helping people back into work in the social impact sector, honing his coaching skills in diverse, challenging settings.Awarded an MBE in 2014 for Services to the Young People of England, Gary now trains new coaches on the Barefoot Coaching postgraduate programme, He is a qualified coach mentor and coach supervisor with ICF, and is on his way to becoming a chartered coaching psychologist with the British Psychological Society.In conversation with host Ruth Saville, Gary explores a vibrant array of concepts from psychology and coaching that centre around creating balance in our lives and having our value reflected in our work.In this episode, Gary and host Ruth Saville also talk about:· The benefits of keeping a third of your time free for play· How to nurture your task-positive and default mode networks· What psychologists have to teach coaches...and vice versa!· How to turn your friends into your marketing departmentGary also speaks about how to hold onto the value of your work in a coaching landscape filling up with new tools, technology and solutions, and how to put enough of yourself out into the world to allow people to choose you.Things and people we mentioned (that you might be interested in): Academy of Executive Coaching https://www.aoec.com/British Psychological Society https://www.bps.org.uk/Lisa Feldman Barrett https://lisafeldmanbarrett.com/Barefoot Coaching https://barefootcoaching.co.uk/Robert Holden https://www.robertholden.com/ICF https://coachingfederation.org/Three Principles and Sydney Banks https://threeprinciplesfoundation.org/about-sydney-banksCoaching Psychology Network https://www.thecoachingpsychologynetwork.com/BetterUp https://www.betterup.com/en-gbCoachHub https://www.coachhub.com/en/Know You More https://www.knowyoumore.com/Rich Litvin https://richlitvin.com/The Little ACT Workbook by Michael Sinclair https://www.hachette.co.uk/titles/michael-sinclair/the-little-act-workbook/9781780592435/The Coach's Casebook by Kim Morgan and Geoff Watts https://barefootcoaching.co.uk/product/the-coachs-casebook-kim-morgan-geoff-watts-2015/Simplifying Coaching by Claire Pedrick https://www.3dcoaching.com/shop/simplifying-coaching/Erik de Haan https://instituteofcoaching.org/erik-de-haan

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Într-o lume în care productivitatea este adesea măsurată în ore lucrate, Lisa Feldman Barrett propune o abordare nouă: bugetarea energetică. Spre deosebire de gestionarea timpului, acest concept se concentrează pe modul în care creierul alocă resursele energetice pentru a menține funcționarea optimă a corpului și a minții. Creierul, care consumă aproximativ 20% din energia corpului, operează prin mecanisme de predicție și feedback pentru a aloca energia acolo unde este cel mai necesar. Astfel, gestionarea stresului, odihna adecvată și menținerea unui echilibru între activitățile solicitante și cele de rutină devin esențiale pentru bunăstarea noastră. Acest episod oferă o privire în adâncime asupra modului în care putem prioritiza energia, nu timpul, și cum putem crea un stil de viață care să ne susțină sănătatea mentală și fizică. Descoperim strategiile și tacticile prin care putem naviga mai bine provocările cotidiene, optimizând consumul energetic și promovând un echilibru interior mai sănătos. Acest episod este produs și distribuit cu susținerea E.ON Energie România. Resurse: 1.https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8493823/pdf/cer-06-21.pdf 2.https://www.affective-science.org/pubs/2017/barrett-tce-scan-2017.pdf 3.Lisa Feldman Barrett, How Emotions Are Made

On this episode of Conversations with Tom, Tom joins neuroscientist, psychologist, and author Dr. Lisa Feldman Barrett to discuss such matters and more as they explore how the human brain develops it's responses to the world and why it's important for us to not only understand it for our own sake, but for the benefit of others as well. They discuss the difference between emotion and affect, how our brains develop during childhood, how culture is built into our brains, how concepts are formed and used within our brains, what our body budgets are, and why we should be always approach each other with empathy and compassion first. Order Lisa's Book, ‘Seven and a Half Lessons About The Brain': lisafeldmanbarrett.com/books/seven-and-a-half-lessons-about-the-brain/ [Original air date: November 12, 2020]. SHOW NOTES: Intro | Tom introduces today's guest, neuroscientist, and author Lisa Feldman Barrett. [0:03] Emotions | Lisa discusses the key differences between experiencing emotion and affect. [0:39] Brain Guesses | Lisa breaks down how our brains process data to inform us how to feel. [9:07] Semantic | Lisa reveals why the notion that we don't experience emotion isn't semantic. [19:59] Development | Lisa discusses the early development and wiring of a baby's brain. [25:34] Culture | Lisa discusses how our cultures are developed into us at an early age. [31:04] Usability | Lisa breaks down culture and how they serve us in our pursuit of our goals. [37:31] Concepts | Lisa discusses what concepts are and how they work in our mind's eye. [42:21] Stuck in the Past | Lisa discusses why people are stuck on past experiences. [54:30] Body Budget | Lisa shares what your body budget is and how you balance it. [57:19] Deficits | Lisa discusses the traits of today's world that drains our body budgets. [1:03:53] Give and Take | Lisa shares how we influence and balance each other's body budgets. [1:11:46] Responsibility | Lisa shares why we need to educate ourselves on body budgets. [1:16:52] Little Things | Lisa shares the things we should be mindful of for a more fulfilling life. [1:23:23] Different Paths | Lisa discusses the benefits and disadvantages of a zen approach. [1:25:19] Goals | Lisa discusses how we prioritize in pursuit of achieving our goals. [1:37:58] Empathy | Lisa shares the practice of approaching people with compassion. [1:42:36] FOLLOW TOM: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/tombilyeu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS: Get 5 free AG1 Travel Packs and a FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D with your first purchase at https://impacttheory.co/AG1pod. Secure your digital life with proactive protection for your assets, identity, family, and tech – Go to https://impacttheory.co/aurapod to start your free two-week trial.  LISTEN AD FREE + BONUS EPISODES on APPLE PODCASTS: apple.co/impacttheory Feeling stuck? Check out Billion Dollar Habits and unlock the mindset strategies that helped me achieve all my goals. This community will show you how to gain clarity and build discipline so you can become the person you've always wanted to be. Click here to learn more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this clip, my guest is Dr. Lisa Feldman Barrett, a renowned neuroscientist and psychologist specializing in the science of emotion. We delve into the fascinating concept of the brain's "body budget"—how our brains predict and regulate the needs of our bodies through a process called allostasis.Lisa explains how disruptions in this body budgeting system can manifest as depression and anxiety, essentially viewing depression as a "bankrupt" body budget. We discuss the profound connection between our physical state and our emotions, and how changing the meanings we assign to our physical sensations can transform anxiety into determination. This episode offers actionable insights to help you retrain your brain, manage your emotions, and foster a healthier mind-body relationship.Connect with Dr. Lisa Feldman BarrettWebsitelisafeldmanbarrett.comYoutubeyoutube.com/@lisafeldmanbarrett7059Listen to the full episode here.Watch the full episode on YouTube here.***Thank you to my wonderful sponsors!BON CHARGE | Science-backed beauty, wellness and recovery products.https://boncharge.com/LIVEWELL?rfsn=8119877.ae1cd73Use code LIVEWELL for 15% off.OptimallyMe | Personalised insights for optimal health.https://bit.ly/lwbw20Use code LWBW20 for 20% off.Squarespace | A website makes it real.http://squarespace.com/LiveWellGet a free trial and use code LIVEWELL for 10% off your first website or domain purchase

In our last conversation with Dr. Lisa Feldman Barrett [Where emotions come from (and why it matters) Part 1] a couple of weeks ago we looked at her theory of where emotions originate. This has important implications for things like: How our 'body budgets' affect our feelings How we make meaning from our feelings so our internal experience makes sense That we don't always understand other people's feelings very well! The introduction to the theory plus the conversation plus the take-home messages would have made for an unwieldy episode, so I split it in half. Today we conclude the conversation with Dr. Barrett and I also offer some thoughts about things I think are really important from across the two episodes, including: What we can do with the information our feelings give us How long we should support children in feeling their feelings (given that they don't always mean what we think they mean!) and when we should help them move on Some tools we can use to re-regulate in difficult moments with our kids Dr. Lisa Feldman Barrett's Books (Affiliate Links) How Emotions are Made: The Secret Life of the Brain Seven and a Half Lessons About the Brain Other episodes mentioned 129: The physical reasons you yell at your kids Jump to Highlights 00:59 Introducing today's episode and featured guests 05:01 People in chaotic or uncertain situations, like poverty or neurodivergence, face greater challenges due to the increased stress on their body budgets. 18:02 Understanding and managing personal needs as a parent, along with emotional flexibility, can lead to more effective responses to children. 23:46 Parents need to balance their own feelings with their children's by asking if their kids want empathy or help. They should remember that every interaction is a chance to teach kids how to manage their emotions. 31:07 Parents can view their empathy for their children as a sign of competence, balancing their own needs with their child's emotions. 34:22 Jen draws conclusions from Dr. Lisa Feldman Barrett's research on emotions, highlighting how parents can use this understanding to empower their children in navigating feelings and enhancing emotional literacy. References Barrett, L. F., Adolphs, R., Marsella, S., Martinez, A. M., & Pollak, S. D. (2019). Emotional expressions reconsidered: Challenges to inferring emotion from human facial movements. Psychological Science in the Public Interest, 20, 1–68. Barrett, L.F. (2012). Emotions are real. Emotion 12(3), 413-429.

I'm delighted to welcome Mark Groves, a Human Connection Specialist, founder of Create the Love, host of the Mark Groves Podcast, and co-author of Liberated Love onto the show. Mark's work bridges the academic and the human, inviting people to explore the good, the bad, the downright ugly, and the beautiful sides of connection.In this episode, Mark shares his journey of maturation that led him and his wife to co-author a wonderful book that I read in one take. We discuss emotional maturation, emotional regulation and co-regulation that overcome codependency patterns, the importance of friction in a relationship, the immense impact of parental influences on our sense of being, as well as why emotional maturation is so important when running a business. What is Covered: -The relationship experience that led Mark on the path of emotional exploration and maturation-Why our emotional journey always leads back to the relationship with parents or caregivers-Why it's said that love and trauma are next door neighbours -How relationship friction enables us to grow in love-Transformation from codependency to co-regulation in a relationship-The importance of emotional maturation in parenthood-The connection between money, love and intimacy Resources:-Access our '21 days of Expansion' Audio Activation Process gift: https://nickyclinch.lpages.co/podcast-gift-21-days/ -Mark's Websites: https://markgroves.com/ + https://createthelove.com/ -Liberated Love by Mark Groves and Kylie McBeath https://markgroves.com/book -Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl https://www.amazon.com/Mans-Search-Meaning-Viktor-Frankl/dp/0807014273/ -How Emotions are Made by Lisa Feldman Barrett https://www.amazon.com/How-Emotions-Are-Made-Secret/dp/0544133315 -The Mark Groves Podcast: https://markgroves.com/podcast/ -Find Mark on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@markgroves -Follow Mark on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/createthelove -Visit my website: https://nickyclinch.com/ -Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicky_clinch/ -Find me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nickyclinchmaturation -Let's connect on LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/company/nicky-clinch-surrender

Have you ever wondered where our emotions come from? Do you think that if you look at a person's face, you can have a pretty good idea of how they're feeling? But at the same time, do your child's feelings seem mysterious to you, like you can't figure them out? Listener Akiko introduced me to Dr. Lisa Feldman Barrett's theory of where our emotions come from, and I found it fascinating. It presents compelling evidence that the ways we've thought about emotions up to now may be entirely wrong. We might think we can match a specific arrangement of facial features (like a scowl) with a particular emotion (like anger), but not everyone scowls when they're angry and people also scowl when they aren't angry. We tend to infer characteristics about our child from things like their tone, so we might hear a 'snarky' tone and think: "My child doesn't respect me," when actually they're feeling hurt because their need for consideration hasn't been met. And sometimes there isn't a deep psychological reason why they're having big emotions...sometimes it's a challenge in balancing what Dr. Barrett calls their 'body budget' (and some of our big emotions come from challenges in balancing our body budgets as well). Dr. Barrett is the author of over 275 peer-reviewed articles on the topic of emotions and is among the top 0.1% of cited scientists in the world, so it was a real honor to speak with her about how our emotions are made...and what this means for: How we make meaning out of our emotions (which is critical to understanding the trauma we've experienced) How we talk with kids about emotions ("You hit Johnny and now he's feeling sad" might not be the best way to do this); What to do with big emotional expressions that seem to 'come out of nowhere' - which actually happens fairly rarely. This episode opens with me defining Dr. Barrett's theory of emotions so we didn't have to waste 20 minutes of our precious hour together to do that. I also wanted to share my thoughts on the implications of these ideas for our families and the episode would have been too long so I split it in half. In this episode you'll hear the introduction to the theory, half of the conversation with Dr. Barrett, and my thoughts on what we've heard so far. In an upcoming episode we'll hear the second half of the interview as well as my overarching take-aways from across the two episodes. And just a reminder that if you're having your own big emotional reactions in response to your child's difficult (but age-appropriate) behavior, there are real reasons for that. We discuss meaning-making in the conversation with Dr. Barrett: in the Taming Your Triggers workshop we focus heavily on making meaning out of your experience. Whether you've experienced trauma and need help seeing the connections between your experiences and your triggered feelings towards your children, or if you need help with your body budgeting today, in Taming Your Triggers we'll help you to: Feel triggered less often; Find ways to meet your needs - and your child's needs - on a much more regular basis; Learn how to repair effectively with your child on the (far fewer!) occasions when things didn't go the way you would have hoped. Sign up now, and we'll get started on Monday October 14 - so we can finish in time for you to actually enjoy the holidays this year. Enrollment closes very soon! You'll get a short module of content once a week for 10 weeks, along with some homework to help you put the ideas into practice. You'll get to learn with a group of amazing parents who want to create this kind of shift in their own families as well, and with all the support you need from me. Click the image below to join me in Taming Your Triggers! Dr. Lisa Feldman...

In this episode, we discuss Autism and the Default Mode Network. According to Lisa Feldman-Barrett, the Default Mode Network has many names because it has been discovered, named, rediscovered, and renamed many times. I do not disagree with the Science regarding Autism and the Default Mode Network. However, I disagree with the Interpretation of the Data. This IS our Default; our preferred state; the core of the Autistic Phenotype.After listening to this episode and understanding B.3, you can understand MOST of Autism. The only reason you cannot understand ALL of Autism from these two episodes is the amount of Phenotypes branching off of B.3 and our Default Mode. Autism IS preference for ALONENESS and SAMENESS. This minimizes sensations and distractions that interfere with our internal world. This state is NOT abnormal, how society interferes with it makes it abnormal.If you want more Autistics to ACHIEVE, then understand your interaction, interference, and interpretation of what YOU think Autism is provides the delta of how much we are prevented in life. This, of course, becomes slightly different the more profound the Autistic Phenotype is with that specific person.In this episode, we will explore the different brain regions and the goals of these regions as it relates to our phenotypes. We will get into some "Thinking in Picture" and thinking styles. This will be a good time because of a future guest on From the Spectrum Podcast discussing Autism and Creativity. This is exciting for me.Lisa Feldman-Barrett Core System (DMN) https://lisafeldmanbarrett.com/2017/02/05/core-systems/0:41 Research at UT-Austin and the Importance of the INFRARED LIGHT study with Autism5:48 Autism and the Default Mode Network (DMN); Buzzword in Science7:19 Humans and our Prediction Machine and Sensory Processing; Innate or Learned; Oxytocin in the Autistic Phenotype;9:36 History of DMN (from Lisa Feldman-Barrett) and the many names; Core Systems11:58 medial Prefrontal Cortex (covered in many episodes); roles, E/I, connectivity, Internal Calculators14:45 Posterior Cingulate Cortex (PCC); Self-Referential Thinking, Memory, Attention, Task-Switching and the harms of calling it ADHD18:03 Angular Gyrus; Language, Sensory Processing "Bee Movie" example, Mental Images, Narratives, Empathy21:12 Supplementing Relationships23:36 Sensation-Perception24:30 Precuneus; Self-Awareness, Episodic Memory, Prediction and Strategic Planning25:52 Social Cognition; Social Cues and Skills27:50 Autism and Anxiety- Avoidance, Breathing (Physiology), and Valence (how we feel)28:48 Internal Calculators; Metabolic Bank Account and Demands29:26 the DMN is a Misnomer and the Default (tendency, phenotype) of the Autistic33:04 Reviews/Ratings, Contact InfoX: https://twitter.com/rps47586Hopp: https://www.hopp.bio/fromthespectrumemail: info.fromthespectrum@gmail.com

Lisa Feldman Barrett, PhD, is among the top 0.1% most cited scientists in the world for her revolutionary research in psychology and neuroscience. She is a University Distinguished Professor of Psychology at Northeastern University. She also holds appointments at Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts General Hospital, where she is Chief Science Officer for the Center for Law, Brain & Behaviour. In addition to academic work, Barrett has written two science books for the public, How Emotions are Made and Seven and a Half Lessons About the Brain.This episode begins with Lisa talking about how the brain's processes can help overcome anxiety related to public speaking, and how sensations interpreted as anxiety can be redefined as determination or arousal through cognitive reframing.Peter and Kasia explore the philosophical implications of neuroscience concepts such as free will and the self, the construction of social reality, and environmental influences on leading a meaningful life.Learn more about Lisa Feldman Barrett and read her books!Keep up to date with Peter!Website: www.petersinger.infoSubstack: https://boldreasoningwithpetersinger.substack.com/YouTube: www.youtube.com/@peter_singerKeep up to date with Kasia!https://www.facebook.com/katarzyna.delazariradek Executive Producer: Rachel Barrett (sadly no relation to Lisa Feldman Barrett)Thanks to our volunteer researcher Hendrik Dahlmeier and Mihika ChechiIf you are enjoying this podcast, consider supporting us over at PATREON Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cortisol is synonymous with stress. However, according to Dr. Lisa Feldman Barrett, it isn't really the ‘stress hormone' we all think it is. In today's episode, Dr. Feldman Barrett shares a different view on how the brain handles stress and uncertainty, and that it is always predicting and shaping our reality.She talks about "body budgeting" and how it is linked to depression and anxiety, and her take on SSRIs and mental health made me rethink everything I thought I knew about the "fight or flight" concept.Dr. Lisa Feldman Barrett is a university professor, psychologist and neuroscientist. She's one of the most cited scientists in the world, with over 270 published papers. Her work has shaped our understanding of emotions, the mind, and the brain, and she has written two books that break down complex brain science for everyone. If you want to understand your emotions or improve your mental health, you need to hear this, and make sure you add her books to your reading list: "Seven and a Half Lessons About the Brain" and "How Emotions Are Made". This episode might just change how you see your brain and emotions, and how you experience things on a daily basis.Sarah Ann***Thank you to my wonderful sponsors!BON CHARGE | Science-backed beauty, wellness and recovery products.https://boncharge.com/LIVEWELL?rfsn=8119877.ae1cd73Use code LIVEWELL for 15% off.OptimallyMe | Personalised insights for optimal health.https://bit.ly/lwbw20/Use code LWBW20 for 20% off.Squarespace | A website makes it real.http://squarespace.com/LiveWellGet a free trial and use code LIVEWELL for 10% off your first website or domain purchase.***If you enjoyed this episode you might also like:4 Types of Stress: How to Manage Each One | Mo Gawdat & Alice Lawhttps://youtu.be/CknAbrLXuhQ?si=QfT2jnfq2Qxmt46eDr. Shefali: How To BREAK FREE From The Self-Awareness TRAPhttps://youtu.be/k_9oQBSE4uU?si=nWyy0dVEfYc8uu_EMo Gawdat: How To Transform Stress Into Successhttps://youtu.be/5THJeXv5X7s?si=fkAX9baNqJ4isyC0***Let's be friends!

That self generated feeling of being an outsider when with a group of people - familiar? New word - 'self-outsidering'. What are the symptons and drivers of this unhelpful self-squashing feeling - and what reframes and actions might help. The 'self' part of this is the key! You are doing it to yourself. Something has triggered this 'outsider' feeling - what might it be? What are the FIBs that are holding you back - fears, illusions and baggage. Your host shares a couple of personal anecdotes - briefly - that might resonate ... or surprise! REFERENCES Emotional Intelligence by Daniel Goleman  How Emotions are Made by Lisa Feldman Barrett  *********   More on 'unsquashing' - have a look at my website. The Mystery of the Squashed Self - Self-help book with a difference!  Beware the self squashing prophecy - TEDx 

On this week's episode, we're talking with Rick Griffin about the ways that understanding neuroscience can transform ourselves and our relationships, the impact of community-based education, and the power of staying curious in every interaction. Rick is the Founder and CEO of the Neuro Leadership Academy, a new enterprise committed to using neuroscience to facilitate personal and professional development. Rick holds a master's degree in education and uses his education to develop innovative content and to deliver engaging presentations. He speaks to thousands of groups from all over the country and is widely recognized for his work with trauma- informed and resilience-based practices. As the former Executive Director of a trauma-informed therapeutic residential program for struggling teens, Rick has first-hand experience with developing and implementing strategies and structures that foster resilience. His experience allows him to consult seamlessly with schools, businesses, and community organizations. Mr. Griffin continues to be on the leading edge of training design. As a Master Trainer for Community Resilience Initiative, he has developed several outstanding trauma and resilience focused programs and practices including the Certified Trauma-Informed Specialist (CTIS), a micro-credential for Occupational Therapist and other school-based mental health professionals. He has also authored several engaging eBooks, including his latest eBook, Keeping PACE With the Brain, an insightful eBook that delves into how social domains stimulate brain responses and guide our actions, emotions, and motivations.  Referenced Resources: Community Resilience Initiative: https://criresilient.org/ Neuro Leadership Academy: https://neuro-la.com/about-us/ How Emotions are Made by Lisa Feldman Barrett: https://lisafeldmanbarrett.com/books/how-emotions-are-made/ The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk : https://www.besselvanderkolk.com/resources/the-body-keeps-the-score Dr. Nadine Burke Harris Ted Talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/nadine_burke_harris_how_childhood_trauma_affects_health_across_a_lifetime?subtitle=en The views and opinions expressed on Awareness 2 Action are those of the guests and host and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the Prevention Department or Northwestern Community Services.

In this Episode Julie and Ginger talk to Dr. Rick Cain. Rick specializes in the neuroscience of stress and well-being. He helps us explore how wellness practices in the biological domain of self-regulation, such as healthy eating, restorative sleep, and regular exercise, aid in our ability to regulate our nervous system and are pivotal for optimizing cognitive function, forming habits, and managing emotions. Rick teaches us about the concept of the "body budget," as coined by Lisa Feldman Barrett, PhD -https://lisafeldmanbarrett.com - and he ends with talking about how we can use mindfulness to help us avoid functioning on autopilot. Autopilot is a state of mind in which one acts without conscious intention or awareness of present-moment sensory perception. It's common for us to go through our days on autopilot, just trying to get through them. It's a normal part of the human experience, and it's okay sometimes to lose track of the present moment. It's important to recognize that when we're constantly on autopilot, we risk missing out on the small moments that make up our lives. The choice between operating on autopilot and cultivating a state of awareness is within our control.

This short comes from a two part conversation that co-hosts Jean Gomes and Scott Allender had with Dr Lisa Feldman Barrett back in December 2020 (S1 Ep15 and 16). LISTEN TO THE ENTIRE CONVERSATION:How emotions are made with Lisa Feldman Barrett (Pt 1)How emotions are made with Lisa Feldman Barrett (Pt 2)Lisa Feldman Barrett is among the top 0.1% most cited scientists in the world for her revolutionary research in psychology and neuroscience. Distinguished Professor of Psychology at Northeastern University, and Chief Science Officer for the Center for Law, Brain and Behaviour at Harvard, Lisa Feldman Barrett, is profoundly changing our understanding of the brain and in particular, our emotions. Since the ancient philosophers, and into our last century of scientific endeavor, emotions have been seen as hard-wired responses to external stimuli, located in specific regions of the brain. Lisa's work has over-turned this age-old model which shapes everything from our current beliefs about emotional intelligence to facial recognition software widely being deployed around the world.  Lisa Feldman Barrett has written two books, Seven and a Half Lessons About the Brain (2020) and How Emotions are Made (2017), as well as hundreds of peer reviewed scientific papers appearing in Science, Nature Neuroscience and other top journals in psychology and cognitive neuroscience.Social:Instagram           @evolvingleaderLinkedIn             The Evolving Leader PodcastTwitter               @Evolving_LeaderYouTube           @evolvingleader The Evolving Leader is researched, written and presented by Jean Gomes and Scott Allender with production by Phil Kerby. It is an Outside production.Send a message to The Evolving Leader team

Perhaps that jittery feeling in your stomach isn't anxiety, but determination. Lisa Feldman Barrett (@LFeldmanBarrett), a professor of psychology at Northeastern University In this episode, we explore the reality that comfort does not equate growth. Sometimes we need an anxiety reframe as Lisa Feldman Barrett suggests. " This isn't anxiety- this is determination." Rather than perceiving anxiety as a "sign" to back off and play it safe- consider it the necessary next step to growth. And rather than trying to predict the worst-conside the possibility, that you couldn't even imagine how amazing it was going to turn out. So when you start to feel all the feels- remember to "fly your butterflies in formation" and get to the other side of it...

Perhaps that jittery feeling in your stomach isn't anxiety, but determination. Lisa Feldman Barrett (@LFeldmanBarrett), a professor of psychology at Northeastern University In this episode, we explore the reality that comfort does not equate growth. Sometimes we need an anxiety reframe as Lisa Feldman Barrett suggests. " This isn't anxiety- this is determination." Rather than perceiving anxiety as a "sign" to back off and play it safe- consider it the necessary next step to growth. And rather than trying to predict the worst-conside the possibility, that you couldn't even imagine how amazing it was going to turn out. So when you start to feel all the feels- remember to "fly your butterflies in formation" and get to the other side of it...

In this episode, Dr. Greg Kelly interviews Dr. Lisa Feldman Barrett, renowned scientist in both psychology and neuroscience. They discuss the key concepts from her book, "Seven and a Half Lessons About the Brain," including how the brain predicts and constructs our experiences, the importance of body budgeting and regulating our internal systems, and the impact of social interactions on our nervous system. Dr. Barrett emphasizes the power of understanding these concepts to cultivate new experiences and have more control over our lives. Get ready for a fascinating conversation that sheds light on the inner workings of the brain. Sponsored by Qualia NAD+: https://qualialife.com/nad15. Use code nad15 when you shop Qualia NAD+ for 15% off your order. Get in touch. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/qualialife. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/qualialife. Email: support@qualialife.com.com.

A bug in Apple devices let children visit X-rated websites, even when parental controls were on. WSJ senior personal-tech columnist Joanna Stern joins host Julie Chang to discuss what the company is doing about it. Plus, some artificial intelligence systems are being trained to read emotions — but are they any good at it? WSJ contributor Lisa Feldman Barrett brings us the answer. Sign up for the WSJ's free Technology newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Lisa Feldman Barrett explores the science of how your brain really works. Eric and Lisa discuss a variety of practical strategies to improve your emotional well-being and resilience, based on the latest neuroscience research. Get ready to see your brain in a whole new light as you learn about the inner workings of your brain. In this episode, you will be able to: Discover how social interactions directly impact your nervous system and overall well-being Uncover the brain's crucial role in regulating your body and maintaining balance Explore the significance of emotional granularity for enhancing your overall well-being and self-awareness Learn effective strategies for managing body budget deficits and improving your emotional resilience Understand the pivotal role of the predictive brain in shaping your everyday experiences and emotions To learn more, click here!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Forget what you thought you knew about emotions—they're not predetermined reactions triggered by external stimuli, nor are they universal and imprinted in us. Instead, they're constructed by your brain, drawing from sensory input, cultural influences, and past experiences.This episode draws on the groundbreaking research and findings of Lisa Feldman Barrett, a venerated neuroscientist, psychologist, and the author of 'How Emotions Are Made: The Secret Life of the Brain.' Host Chris Oh shares her key insights from this eye-opening book that has transformed the way she understands emotions, and invites you into this new paradigm shift in understanding the science of emotion to empower yourself through your journey of mastering your emotions and becoming more emotionally intelligent, which you may be surprised to hear is also inherently linked to your health and well-being.If you've never heard of Lisa Feldman Barrett's renowned work on the science of emotions, be prepared for a transformative shift in your thinking.Learn more about P.S. Younger Self here.And, you can connect with host Chris Oh on Instagram here.

On this week's episode, WHOOP VP of Performance Science, Principal Scientist, Kristen Holmes is joined by Lisa Feldman Barrett, PhD. Dr. Feldman Barrett is a University Distinguished Professor of psychology at Northeastern University with appointments at the Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH). She is among the top 1% most-cited scientists worldwide over the past five years and has authored two best-selling science books, How Emotions are Made: The Secret Life of the Brain and Seven and a Half Lessons About the Brain. Kristen and Dr. Feldman Barrett discuss how Dr. Feldman Barrett got started in the field (3:35), realizing her research was taking shape (11:56), the human brain (16:25), modernity impacting brain evolution (24:17), affect and arousal (42:17), Seven and a Half Lessons on the Brain (53:41), people thinking about emotions (55:22), and what Dr. Feldman Barrett is obsessing over (1:00:39).Resources:Dr. Feldman Barrett's Website  Support the show

Emotions are like opinions — everyone has them. Thanks to the pioneering research of today's guest, we know that it's possible to transform our feelings by changing how we think and talk about them. Lisa Feldman Barrett is a psychologist and neuroscientist at Northeastern University and Harvard Medical School. In this episode, Lisa and Adam bust myths about how emotions are constructed in the brain and experienced in the body. They discuss the surprising evidence that language doesn't just describe emotions — it shapes them. And they examine how managing your emotions is easier than you may realize. Transcripts for ReThinking are available at go.ted.com/RWAGscripts

Most of us feel that our emotions are reactions to those outside of us. Someone cuts us off in traffic, and we say that the other driver made us upset. A friend brings over food when we're sick, and we say the friend offered us comfort. But psychologist and neuroscientist Lisa Feldman Barrett argues that our feelings are not, in fact, responses to the world — they're really predictions about the world. And she says we can exercise more control over those predictions than we realize.Did you know that Hidden Brain now has an app? You can download it and try out our first game — designed to help you sharpen your facial recognition skills — here.