Dr Daniel & Tana Amen
Dr Daniel & Tana Amen
Why Humans Aren’t Designed to be Happy
Why Humans Aren’t Designed to be Happy
Why Humans Aren’t Designed to be Happy
Wednesday 14th August 2019
Dr. Daniel and Tana Amen discuss why our brains are wired for anxiety instead of happiness on The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast.
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Get the buttons here!Why We're Wired for Anxiety, Not Happiness: A Deep Dive with Dr. Daniel and Tana Amen
Our brains are not designed for happiness; they're designed for survival. Anxiety is a healthy response that has been mislabeled as a disorder.
Ever wondered why happiness feels so elusive? In this thought-provoking episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen unravel the complex relationship between our brains and the concept of happiness. They argue that our brains are not designed for happiness but for survival, which often translates into anxiety. With billions of dollars poured into the happiness industry, the Amens question whether we’ve been sold a false promise.
Drawing from evolutionary psychology, they explain how anxiety has been a crucial survival mechanism throughout human history. But it's not all doom and gloom—Dr. Amen and Tana offer practical advice on how to shift your focus towards gratitude, faith, and community to enhance your well-being. They also touch on how trauma can affect our genes and inherited behaviors, providing a nuanced look at how our past shapes our present.
If you're curious about the intersection of biology, psychology, and society, this episode is a must-listen. It's a fascinating journey into understanding why we feel the way we do and how we can harness that knowledge for better mental health.