Les 1
Why You Have Emotions
When it comes to stress and negative feelings, many view emotions as a burden. But even "negative" emotions have a very important evolutionary purpose. Only modern environments create a misalignment between our important feelings and practical outcomes. By learning the evolutionary purpose of your emotions, you can gain space from unwanted reactions, and feel and act more consciously.
Les 2
Testosterone Vs. Cortisol
Our feelings when under long-term stress most directly relate to steroid hormones-- a specific type of hormone that has a global effect on our bodies. Testosterone and Cortisol are the primary hormones activated during long-term stress. (Some of this lesson may apply more to males; however, all genders experience the same type of steroid response, but to varying degrees.)
Les 3
Winner Effect / Loser Effect
How we feel after engaging in a meaningful challenge greatly affects our hormones. This lesson covers two related biological phenomena: The "Winner Effect" and the "Loser Effect." While subjective in feeling, it can be objectively measured.
Les 4
Social Status, Inclusion, And Hormones
Humans are hyper-social beings. Most of our lives, and therefore most of our stresses, come through relating to people. Our self-perceived status (a.k.a "self-worth) has a huge effect on our hormonal profile. This lesson will give perspective on your social relations and why you should choose your friends carefully.
Les 5
Oxytocin & Resilience
Oxytocin is commonly known as the "cuddle hormone." But did you know it's incredibly important for your immune system, and even recovering muscle? This lesson teaches why it's not only okay, but incredibly important to "need people."
Les 6
Vocal Exercise: Emotional Regulation
The ancient Spartans only allowed one art form: Singing. Why? They believed that one's voice revealed underlying emotions. This is a follow-along exercise on vocal sounding as a proxy for emotional regulation. It borrows from Mongolian throat singing. (However, you can simply hum along the best you can.)
