Episode 9: Left Brain and Right Brain

What this episode covers

Catherine Roebuck joins me for a discussion of how to balance your brain. The left brain is a simplistic problem-solver with a narrow focus. It doesn’t understand people, it ignores context, and it constantly makes things up. The right brain maintains global awareness, remembers context, and loves complexity. The right brain understands and cares about people In a balanced brain, the right brain calls the shots and helps the left brain focus on what is most important. When you’re angry or frustrated, your left brain is in charge. You can’t solve relationship problems in that state. Catherine Roebuck joins James Christensen for a discussion of how to balance your brain. Key points: The left brain is a simplistic problem-solver with a narrow focus. It doesn’t understand people, it ignores context, and it constantly makes things up. The right brain maintains global awareness, remembers context, and loves complexity. The right brain understands and cares about people In a balanced brain, the right brain calls the shots and helps the left brain focus on what is most important. When you’re angry or frustrated, your left brain is in charge. You can’t solve relationship problems in that state. Singing, dancing, telling stories, going outside, and any kind of full-body movement can help you activate your right brain.