Explore the critical role of emotions in human success through this 53-minute lecture from The Royal Institution. Delve into the evolution of emotional understanding, from Plato's theories to modern neuroimaging techniques. Discover how emotions vary across cultures and species, and learn about the value of emotional intelligence. Examine the concept of reappraisal as a tool for emotional regulation and understand how scientific research on emotions applies to real-world scenarios. Gain insights from bestselling author Leonard Mlodinow as he challenges the notion that rational thinking alone leads to success, presenting cutting-edge science that highlights the equal importance of feelings in achieving our goals.
Overview
Syllabus
Introduction
What is emotion?
Uncertainty in neuroscience
Plato's perception of the brain
Darwin's theory on human emotion
How does emotion vary culturally?
Other emotional creatures from fruit flies to bacteria
Why have we evolved to be emotional?
How neuroimaging has changed the emotional game
The value of emotional intelligence
Reappraisal as a tool for emotional regulation
What research can tell us about the real world
Taught by
The Royal Institution
