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The Myth of Right Brain vs. Left Brain
The idea that the right brain is holistic and emotive while the left brain is analytical and sequential is false, although the left brain is linguistically dominant in most right-handed people. Language is found in both the left and right hemispheres of the brain for left-handed individuals.
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The idea that the right brain is all about creativity and the left brain is all about logic is false.
1:13:10 - 1:16:08 (02:57)
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The idea that the right brain is all about creativity and the left brain is all about logic is false. The left side of the brain is linguistically dominant for most people, regardless of whether they are right or left-handed.
ChapterThe Myth of Right Brain vs. Left Brain
EpisodeThe Science of Emotions & Relationships
PodcastHuberman Lab
The speaker shares his admiration for the Italian language and culture, particularly the way Italians express themselves and their love for good food.
1:16:08 - 1:17:28 (01:20)
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The speaker shares his admiration for the Italian language and culture, particularly the way Italians express themselves and their love for good food.
ChapterThe Myth of Right Brain vs. Left Brain
EpisodeThe Science of Emotions & Relationships
PodcastHuberman Lab
Contrary to popular belief, the left side of the brain is not analytical while the right side is emotional and creative.
1:17:28 - 1:18:58 (01:29)
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Contrary to popular belief, the left side of the brain is not analytical while the right side is emotional and creative. Research has shown that the two hemispheres are more connected than previously thought, and there's no scientific basis to support the idea of "left-brained" or "right-brained" people.