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Emotional Intelligence 2.0

Amygdala, dopamine, shame — instead of “just calm down”

Author: Pol Grek, Laura Grek

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Evidence grades in the author’s approach: A — strong data; B — solid studies; C — limited data; D — observation.

Who this book is for

  • Emotions grab the wheel
  • Shame and guilt run the day
  • You want skills, not affirmations

About

Why the amygdala outruns thought; cheap social dopamine; shame and guilt; STOP, RAIN, breath. Self-help tools — not a substitute for therapy.

Inside

  • Amygdala vs prefrontal cortex
  • Social media dopamine
  • STOP, RAIN, breath
  • Shame through self-compassion
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“Just calm down” is the most useless advice a nervous system can get. The amygdala fires faster than thought. That isn’t weak character. It’s architecture. The question is how to regain control after the body already hit threat mode.
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This book is educational and does not replace a physician, therapist, or financial advisor.
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