Why We Snap, Body Language, Emotional Abuse

Why We Snap (11:21) Douglas Fields, Ph.D., is a neurobiologist whose recent book, “Why We Snap: Understand The Rage Circuit In Your Brain” explains the cause for these sudden outburst of rage. According to Dr. Fields, the violent behavior is the result of the clash between our evolutionary hardwiring and triggers in our contemporary world.  Dr. Fields says that, “The sad truth is that the right trigger in the right circumstance can unleash a fit of rage in almost anyone.” and that same pathway in the brain “can also enable us to act heroically and altruistically before our conscious brain knows what we are doing.” So, what is the difference between becoming a hero and become an attacker? Dr. Fields explains.  Your Body Language Shapes Who You Are (56:30) Amy Cuddy, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor at Harvard Business School, uses experimental methods to investigate how people judge and influence each other and themselves. She gave the second most popular TED Talk, entitled “Your Body Language Shapes Who You Are.” Dr. Cuddy explains how our body language is an expression of what you are feeling and influences how others perceive you as a person.  Emotional Abuse (1:45:06) Julie Nelson (the "Child Whisperer") has a master's degree in Marriage, Family, and Human Development. She teaches classes such as Applied Parenting and Marriage and Relationship Skills at Utah Valley University. Dr. Matt and Julie talk about  "Gaslighting" or emotional abuse.  "Gaslighting" or emotional abuse and the effect on families and children. Julie also shares her money tips to help the abused partner.