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Positive Feedback Loop

Positive Feedback Loop

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Positive Feedback Loop! We discuss tech, history, and culture and we have fun disagreeing with each other. ;-) Co-hosts: Luis, Ray, and Steph. Find us on Twitter: twitter.com/thepflpodcast! "Lost episodes" (episodes we've removed): Ep.38 (Watercooler chat - mind-reading robots eat your money)
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Running Man Self Regulation Skills Project

Armando Dominguez PhD Health Psychology, Educator, Martial Artist, Researcher

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Understanding Stress, Anxiety, and Decision-Making: Unveiling Your Paleo-Caveperson Wiring Explore the fascinating interplay of stress, anxiety, and pain on our ability to think, choose, and act in modern life through the lens of our paleo-caveperson wiring and survival programming. Discover why we sometimes exhibit socially inappropriate behaviors under stress and find it challenging to make sound decisions in tense situations. Gain insights from psychology, neuropsychology, physiology, soc ...
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Live Beyond Average Podcast

Live Beyond Average Podcast

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The founders of Run2Gun Health & Fitness & SEEKER Supplements, Jordan & Amy Miller hosts this lifestyle podcast to share their journey & experiences on how the mindset of “living beyond average” is shaping their life and those around them.
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Have you ever felt down about life or yourself? Lost a job, partner, etc., and couldn't shake the negative feelings, blaming yourself repeatedly with no positive outlook insight? Join HOPE Center Harlem and #theprofessorofpositivity, J.U Jones, an Announcer and Nonprofit Administrator in Education and Social-Emotional Learning, every fourth Monday of each month as he interviews regular people who remembered their worth after struggling and then conquering life's myriad of issues. From storie ...
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Ep 103. Neurotransmitters play a crucial role in shaping human actions and behaviors, particularly those we label as successful or skillful. Skill building inherently involves effort, and to sustain this effort, there must be a rewarding payoff that reinforces the behavior. In today’s fast-paced world, we constantly strive to elevate our behaviors …
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Ep 102. In today’s modern world, we’ve lost the essential rites of passage that once guided our transition into adulthood and defined our roles within tribes, families, and communities. Without these critical milestones, many people feel lost—like aimless souls drifting without purpose or direction. These individuals often face life’s challenges un…
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Ep 101. The influence of environment—both our internal personal environment and the external world—significantly shapes and conditions who we become over a lifetime. Sometimes, this impact can be sudden, life-threatening, and even transformative. In the narrative of our lives, we often align ourselves with the charisma, talents, and strengths of a …
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Ep 100. In today's fast-paced world, we often find ourselves caught in cycles of procrastination, hesitation, and self-doubt, leading to unnecessary stress and limiting our success. Understanding our primal survival instincts – often referred to as the "F's of survival" – can unlock the key to overcoming these challenges. Rooted in biology and psyc…
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Ep 99. In today's fast-paced world, how we interact with our environment, the stressors we face, and our relationships—whether personal or professional—are deeply influenced by our attachment styles. This powerful psychological concept shapes the way we respond to both positive and negative experiences. Understanding your attachment style is key to…
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I'm sure you've experienced a time where you shared a dream or idea with someone and you didn't get the response back from them the way you expected. There are times when you are being rooted in the truth of your authenticity that you will need to protect your dreams from those who don't see like you do. You will also need to protect your dreams fr…
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Ep 98. Many of our deepest fears are biologically wired into us, embedded in our ancestral programming that stretches back to primordial times—before written history. These innate, visceral fears are primal and often pre-verbal, shaping the choices we make daily and gripping our ability to truly self-realize. On the transformative path of becoming …
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Ep 97. Humans, like all animals, have evolved to live in groups for safety, security, and the opportunity to thrive. Our deep-rooted need for belonging—whether to a family, tribe, city, or modern corporation—has been crucial for survival and genetic legacy. According to evolutionary psychology, shame and guilt are powerful self-correcting mechanism…
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Ep 96. Every day, we navigate life within a set of personal boundaries. These limits shape our behavior across various settings—from home to school, work, and even casual encounters at the grocery store or one-on-one interactions. Social boundaries, though often unspoken, are essential for maintaining harmony in our relationships and minimizing str…
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Ep 95. In the wake of recent elections, we've witnessed the growing divide in society, with contrasting views and beliefs often fueling hostility—not only between political factions but also among neighbors and citizens around the globe. This polarization has become more evident, leaving us questioning how we can bridge the gap and promote unity. W…
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Ep 94. In today’s world of constant social media immersion and emotionally charged commentary, we are bombarded daily with messages designed to shape our opinions, often based on emotions that are carefully crafted to market products to us. These emotional triggers form an invisible bond with consumerism, leading us to believe we need products to f…
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Ep 93. Understanding Stress: From Eustress to Distress and Beyond Stress is an inevitable part of life, but not all stress is created equal. In this episode, we dive deep into the two major types of stress: eustress (positive stress) and distress (negative stress). Learn how your unique response to stress shapes your mindset, actions, and behavior.…
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Ep 92. How Stress Affects Your Body and Mind: Mastering Stress with Fitness Training. Stress is a constant factor in modern life, much like it was for our ancient ancestors. Whether we were paleo hunter-gatherers or navigating today’s fast-paced world, stress triggers a physiological response in our bodies, activating the same fight-or-flight mecha…
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ep 91. Social interaction, with its challenges and complexities, is shaped by deep-rooted influences that play a crucial role in defining who we become as individuals. From the foundational stages of parenting, to navigating the school system, and eventually maturing into adolescence and adulthood, we face immense pressure to conform. This pressure…
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Ep 90. Embracing Mortality: How the Awareness of Death Can Empower Your Life The concept of death is often considered a morbid preoccupation by many, yet it holds profound wisdom for those seeking to unlock their full potential. Death serves as a powerful reminder of our mortality, pushing us to make the most of the limited time we have. By embraci…
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Ep 89. What drives human behavior to survive and thrive is our innate need for basic sustenance—breathing, drinking, and eating—actions that fuel life. These essential actions trigger the release of pleasure chemicals, including dopamine, which create euphoric feelings and positive reinforcement. This euphoric payoff not only validates our survival…
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Ep 88. The forces that shape human behavior and identity are deeply rooted in our biological and psychological makeup. Our physical biology, mental capacity, and social environment all play pivotal roles in defining who we are. However, one of the most significant influences on our lives is how we perceive ourselves—our self-image and internal narr…
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Ep 87. How Our Reactions to Stress and Environment are Shaped by Self-Regulation: Mastering Emotional Control, Breathing, and Posture Our responses to external situations, environments, and relationships are deeply influenced by our physical state, mental perceptions, and emotional regulation. Effective self-regulation occurs at the intersection of…
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Ep 86. Unlock the Power of Your Breath: A Journey to Stress Relief and Emotional Freedom Breath is our ever-present companion, influencing how we experience joy, fear, terror, and bliss. The way we breathe is an adaptive response shaped by our patterns over time, especially when faced with environmental stressors. Our brain's survival circuits guid…
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Ep 85. In today’s fast-paced world, stress and sudden surprises can activate our sympathetic nervous system, triggering a fight-or-flight response. But what happens when we hold our breath in fear instead of exhaling? This often leads to anxiety and neurotic behaviors, which can be detrimental to our mental health. When we don’t have effective copi…
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Ep 84. How Memory Shapes Our Adaptability to Life’s Challenges Memory plays a crucial role in how we adapt to our environment. The malleable nature of memory significantly influences our beliefs about the world around us, as well as our reactions and adaptations to daily situations. When our memories and experiences are predominantly negative, we a…
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Ep 83. Unlocking the Power of Dreams: Enhancing Skills and Self-Understanding Dreams play a crucial role in our lives, often seen as a way to solve problems and consolidate memories. However, there's much more beneath the surface of our understanding of dreams. They not only help us navigate challenges but can also significantly enhance our physica…
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Ep 82. The concept of the mind-body connection has evolved into a more nuanced understanding: mind-body awareness. This perspective indicates that rather than viewing the mind and body as separate entities, we recognize their intricate relationship as interconnected. Recent advancements in technology, such as MRI and fMRI, have provided us with dee…
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Ep 81 Have you ever asked your children, "Where did you learn that?" or found yourself reflecting on your own upbringing when someone asks you the same? These common questions highlight the profound impact of observational learning on our development. Often, what our children say or do stems from experiences outside the home—experiences that can ra…
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Ep 80 Behaviors and skills either caught like a contagion or taught. Learning new skills and behaviors is an exciting journey, often driven by observing and imitating others. This process of skill acquisition is not only thrilling but also fueled by dopamine, which enhances feelings of pleasure and motivation. As you progress through the stages of …
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Ep 79. Discover the profound insights from philosophical and psychological perspectives on desire, free will, and human behavior. The Buddha famously stated that desire is the root of all suffering, a concept explored through various lenses of thought. Arthur Schopenhauer believed that every interaction is a microcosm of the universal strivings tha…
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Ep 78 In this insightful exploration, we delve into the Halo Effect, Recency Bias, and Hypnotic Effects and their profound impact on emotional dysregulation. Discover how our admiration for celebrities and heroes often leads us to elevate them beyond their true worth, distorting our perception and judgment. When we pedestalize individuals due to th…
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n today’s episode, we explore the intriguing concept of attentional costs and their impact on our energy levels. Have you ever felt drained after engaging in a new experience or facing a frightening event? This phenomenon, known as attentional fatigue, occurs when our brain’s focus is stretched thin, especially in environments that constantly chang…
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Episode 76. Unlock the Power of Visualization for Peak Performance and Recovery: Techniques Anyone Can Use Visualization techniques are widely recognized at the elite athletic level, benefiting individual sports like golf and swimming as well as team sports such as rugby, American football, basketball, and hockey. The core concept here is that ment…
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Ep 75 In modern times, navigating life from physical survival to fiscal stability brings inevitable stress and difficulty. Overcoming challenges not only builds resilience but also triggers growth in the Anterior Mid Cingulate Cortex. Conversely, frequent fear responses can amplify the Amygdala’s influence. Harnessing positive thoughts and imagery …
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Ep 74 On my journey through life, I've been fortunate to learn from incredible mentors who profoundly shaped my perspective and growth. Their guidance fostered my curiosity, allowing me to ask questions—even the difficult ones—that ignited my passion for learning. Through brainstorming sessions and adventurous explorations, these experiences have i…
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Ep 73. Communication takes various forms to transmit information, but often our interpretations can be inaccurate. Language serves as an imperfect medium to convey the messages and thoughts of our minds to others. Aristotle once described spoken language as "sound with meaning," emphasizing its role as a conduit of thought. Metaphor, a product of l…
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Ep 72. Placebos are known for their powerful effects in pharmaceutical experiments. In our daily lives, we rely on beliefs, expectations, and predictions to guide our ethical decisions, adhere to guidelines, and shape our behaviors. These psychological placebos are crucial as we strive for success. Our personal experiences and observations profound…
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