Jen talks to neuroscientist and psychologist Dr. Lisa Feldman Barrett about her latest book, '7 1/2 Lessons About the Brain.'

Dr. Barrett breaks down what is happening in the moments before a panic attack, and the mythology that won't die about humans having a lizard part of their brain that runs entirely on instinct and is the source of our emotions.

Dr. Barrett explains how our brain functions and believes that the more we know about our brain the more we can understand why and when uncomfortable feelings might arise.

For more information on Dr. Lisa Feldman Barrett's work or to purchase her books go here: https://lisafeldmanbarrett.com

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