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Modern WisdomSep 25, 2021

#376 - Beau Lotto - The Neuroscience Of Awe, Distraction and Anxiety

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Guest: Beau Lotto

Notable books mentioned: Never Split the Difference by Chris Voss

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Guest: Beau Lotto
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Beau Lotto is is a professor of Neuroscience at the University of London and an author. Beau is the founder of the Lab Of Misfits which he describes as "lunatic fringe neuroscience". He's created nightclubs in his lab where every action people take is measured, he's locked people in dark rooms and waited to see what happens and he's got actors to have a fit on the floor to observe how people respond. Expect to learn the neuroscience of why awe makes us feel so connected to the world around us, how donating a lot of money to charity can turn off that girl you're trying to impress, why unanswered questions cause so much anxiety, how distraction occurs in our brains and much more...
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Chris Voss's book, Never Split the Difference, is recommended as a super accessible read that covers negotiation tactics, including the importance of understanding the other side's position.

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Sentiment: Highly Recommended
For: Individuals interested in negotiation and conflict resolution
Key quote: So his book, Never Split the Difference, is, you would, I would recommend, super accessible read, you'll chew through it.
The host mentions 'Never Split the Difference' to highlight effective negotiation strategies in conflict situations. Chris Voss's approach emphasizes understanding the other party's perspective to achieve resolution.
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