Have you ever said something in the middle of an argument that you immediately wished you could take back?

In those moments, it's easy to think you simply lost your temper. But according to neuroscience, something else is happening: your nervous system has shifted into a threat response, temporarily taking your brain's higher reasoning offline.

In this episode, Dr. Jeremy Pollack shares a simple, neuroscience-based technique that can help you regain composure in about 60 seconds, even in the middle of a difficult conversation. He also explains how to train a subtle physical cue that helps your brain return to a calm, thoughtful state before conflict escalates.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• Why emotional reactions aren't simply a matter of willpower
• What happens in your brain and nervous system during conflict
• A five-step process for coming back "online" when emotions take over
• How to create an automatic physical trigger that supports self-regulation
• Why this skill can transform conversations at work, at home, and everywhere in between

This episode explores one of the seven neuroscience-based principles from Dr. Jeremy Pollack's book, Wired for Peace: Using Seven Neuroscience-Based Principles to Resolve Conflicts.

If you're looking for practical, science-backed tools to navigate conflict with greater clarity, confidence, and connection, this episode is for you.

Resources

• Wired for Peace: Using Seven Neuroscience-Based Principles to Resolve Conflicts
• Learn more about Pollack Peacebuilding Systems or schedule a complimentary consultation at PollackPeacebuilding.com

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Host: Dr. Jeremy Pollack from Pollack Peacebuilding Systems

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