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The Benefits of Play for the Brain
48:38 - 1:00:13 (11:35)
This episode explores the evolutionary uses of play for the self, others, and cultural formations, and how engaging in low-stakes thinking and play can expand the function of the prefrontal cortex to facilitate being more flexible, creative, and effective.
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This podcast discusses the importance of play and explores how different dimensions of it can help test and expand our brain's abilities by allowing us to see and engage in more possibilities and behaviors.
48:38 - 55:17 (06:39)
Play
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This podcast discusses the importance of play and explores how different dimensions of it can help test and expand our brain's abilities by allowing us to see and engage in more possibilities and behaviors.
ChapterThe Benefits of Play for the Brain
EpisodeUsing Play to Rewire & Improve Your Brain
PodcastHuberman Lab
This episode explores the evolutionary benefits of play in setting up the self and relation to others, as well as cultures as a whole.
55:17 - 1:00:13 (04:55)
Evolutionary Psychology
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This episode explores the evolutionary benefits of play in setting up the self and relation to others, as well as cultures as a whole. Playing helps people be more focused when trying to learn something new and not just rely on rote memory.