Posts Tagged ‘anger’

Snip your Amygdala Before you Snipe Back

Yesterday,  on a walk in the woods with a gifted young leader, I once again saw his ethics, openness and willingness to become vulnerable in order to learn new skills. Without notice a mountain biker appeared on our winding path and startled my friend’s dog Jack, who in return snapped at the bikers feet. The [...]

The Brain on Cortisol

Long before you realize the problem, your brain may be wired to fail in ways that might surprise you. How so?
Let’s say you find yourself crankier than normal.  You may suffer anxiety, or fear taking that risk that will move you forward at work. When this happens, you’ve likely stirred up a chemical hormone in your brain that pushes [...]