While people have evolved as a civilization your brain is still operating at somewhat of a primitive level. Basically you are wired for ‘fight or flight’ in response to the dangers your ancient ancestors encountered, most of which were a threat to their survival and thus, very fear based. In our modern world, the only thing we ever need to be afraid of is running out of wine ((joke)) and yet our initial reactions stem from a brain wiring that perceives danger most often where it’s not. HOW TO … [Read more...] about Brain Wiring
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Golf and Other Four-Letter Words
One of the quickest and simplest ways to impact your play is with your language. And no, not THAT language! The brain attaches meaning and emotion to words we use without any conscious effort on our part. Much like when you don’t know the meaning of a word, you’ll have little or no emotional response other than perhaps confusion. When someone explains the word and you then understand you’ve been insulted you have the corresponding emotional reaction. CHOOSE CAREFULLY GRASSHOPPER Habitual … [Read more...] about Golf and Other Four-Letter Words