Stuff They Don't Want You To Know The Deceptive Brain
Nov 1, 2013
Ever wondered if warm drinks influence your opinion of strangers? Discover how neurochemicals can twist perceptions and boost empathy. Dive into the mesmerizing realm of sleep, from polyphasic patterns to the marvels of lucid dreaming. Unpack the brain's 'hate circuit' and its evolutionary role while exploring the fascinating concept of neuroplasticity through the lives of taxi drivers and monks. Unravel the psychological roots of tribalism and its impact on social dynamics. Get ready for a brain-bending journey!
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Warm Drink Trick
- Hold a warm drink when meeting someone to make them perceive you as nicer.
- This is similar to psychological priming, subtly influencing decisions.
Dog Photo Advantage
- Display a dog photo on your desk to be seen as a team player.
- This surprisingly doesn't work with cat photos.
Polyphasic Sleep Experiments
- Matt and Ben discuss polyphasic sleep, experimenting with two four-hour sleep chunks.
- Ben mentions the "Uber Man" sleep schedule, involving 20-minute naps for constant REM sleep.