Book · 2016 · Brain
The idiot brain
The idiot brain by Dean Burnett has been mentioned in 1 episode across 1 podcast (1 episode recommends it and 0 episodes discuss it), through . Most frequently brought up by Jack Maynard (1 episode) on The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett (1 episode).
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And then the best thing that she did was she went this book it was called the idiot brain and it explains how your body reacts to the feeling of like anxiety and like depression and let you know the whole fight or flight type thing.
Why people recommend it
The Idiot Brain by Dean Burnett is an accessible neuroscience book that examines the quirky, often counterproductive ways our minds handle everyday life, stress, and anxiety. On the podcast The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett, guest Jack Maynard discussed the publication during an episode broadcast on March 8, 2021, titled Jack Maynard: The Untold Story: How Being Thrown Out The Jungle Changed My Life. Maynard recounted a pivotal moment when a therapist recommended the book to help him cope with severe emotional distress. He explained that the publication provided valuable insights into how the human body reacts to feelings of anxiety and depression, breaking down complex neurological responses such as the classic fight-or-flight mechanism in understandable terms. Maynard credited the book with helping him comprehend the biological roots of his mental health struggles, offering listeners a clear example of how educational literature can aid in personal healing and emotional awareness.
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Jack Maynard and then the best thing that she did was she went this book it was called the idiot brain and it explains h… 1
“and then the best thing that she did was she went this book it was called the idiot brain and it explains how your body reacts to the feeling of like anxiety and like depression and let you know the whole fight or flight type thing”