Episode 9: Left Brain and Right Brain

Catherine Roebuck joins James Christensen for a discussion of how to balance your brain.

Key points:

• The left brain is a simplistic problem-solver with a narrow focus. It doesn’t understand people, it ignores context, and it constantly makes things up.

• The right brain maintains global awareness, remembers context, and loves complexity.

• The right brain understands and cares about people

• In a balanced brain, the right brain calls the shots and helps the left brain focus on what is most important.

• When you’re angry or frustrated, your left brain is in charge. You can’t solve relationship problems in that state.

• Singing, dancing, telling stories, going outside, and any kind of full-body movement can help you activate your right brain.