No.1 Brain Scientist: My Brain Shut Down & I Realised Everything I Believed Was Wrong!

In this interview, Steven Bartlett speaks with Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor, a neuroscientist, about how understanding the different parts of the brain can improve mental health and overall life satisfaction. Dr. Taylor explains the four distinct parts of the brain, each associated with different personalities and skill sets, and how societal focus on the left-brain's logical thinking leads to imbalance and unhappiness. Drawing from her personal experience of suffering a stroke, she shares insights on trauma, the importance of living in the present moment, and practical techniques, including the use of specialized glasses, to consciously choose which part of the brain to engage. The discussion covers lifestyle choices for optimal brain health at a cellular level, such as prioritizing sleep, nutrition, hydration, and movement, emphasizing the significance of acknowledging and valuing all emotions, including negative ones, for a fulfilling life.