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Firing & Wiring
Hosted by Interocept Labs · EN
Dive into the science of your mind with cognitive neuroscientist, Dr. Bethany Ranes, and clinical psychologist, Dr. Norah Kennedy. Joined by host, Jena Mahne, Firing & Wiring helps break down useful information about common mental quirks and challenges, while also providing tips and tricks to help you tune into your very best thinking.
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Episode 3: Help! I Need to Think Outside the Box!
1w ago00:32:50Tap to summarizeHave a question for the experts? Click here to submit it and we may feature it on a future episode!Ever been told to "think outside the box" only to find yourself staring blankly at your screen, trying harder and getting nowhere? In Episode 3, Dr. Bethany Ranes and Dr. Norah Kennedy join host Jena Mahne to unpack the neuroscience of creativity and the aha moment, including why forcing creative thought is basically the worst thing you can do. Spoiler: your best ideas aren't coming from your desk; they're coming from your shower, your walk, your mind wandering, or any other random unstructured time. Tune in to learn how to actually set yourself up for creative breakthroughs at work (yes, even if you have a packed calendar and a skeptical boss). No hustle culture required, just science.Want more nerdy cognitive content to help you master your mind?Follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram to get that sweet, sweet neuroscience fix between episodes!Interested in our customized one-on-one Cognitive Ecosystem™ training program? Visit the Interocept Labs website or schedule a consult today!
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Episode 2: Help! How Much AI Is Too Much?
4w ago00:35:30Tap to summarizeHave a question for the experts? Click here to submit it and we may feature it on a future episode!AI isn't necessarily a problem, but how you're using it might be.In Episode 2, the hosts of F&W break down the cognitive science of offloading, why handing tasks off to AI might unintentionally erode mental skills you can't afford to lose, and how one simple shift in your prompting style can change everything.Join us for an AI conversation that's all science and no fearmongering (not an easy feat!). Shout out to Karl in Minneapolis, MN for this episode's awesome topic!BONUS CONTENT: Here is a link to Dr. Ranes’ LinkedIn post on using AI to encode rather than offload - enjoy! https://acesse.one/c4pcoh3Want more nerdy cognitive content to help you master your mind?Follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram to get that sweet, sweet neuroscience fix between episodes!Interested in our customized one-on-one Cognitive Ecosystem™ training program? Visit the Interocept Labs website or schedule a consult today!
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Episode 1: Help! I Avoid Tasks When I'm Under Pressure!
Apr 2800:31:29Tap to summarizeHave a question for the experts? Click here to submit it and we may feature it on a future episode!Ever wonder why pressure at work can leave you paralyzed instead of productive? Could the mantra of "pressure makes diamonds" might actually be keeping you stuck? In Episode 1, cognitive neuroscientist Dr. Bethany Ranes and clinical psychologist Dr. Norah Kennedy join host Jena to break down the neuroscience of overwhelm, procrastination, and motivation - including why your brain is, frankly, a little lazy by design. Tune in for real strategies (no fluff, just science) on how to set yourself up to do your best work, even when the pressure is high or you feel like dragging your feet.Want more nerdy cognitive content to help you master your mind?Follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram to get that sweet, sweet neuroscience fix between episodes!Interested in our customized one-on-one Cognitive Ecosystem™ training program? Visit the Interocept Labs website or schedule a consult today!
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